Homebuilding & Renovating

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SELF-BUILD CONSTRUCTION

Q How long does a SIPs build take to erect on site?

A typical two-storey 200m2 house could take just 12 days to factory fabricate and then 12 days to erect on site.

Compare this to a traditional timber frame construction, which will take at least three to four weeks to get the frame erected. On average, building with SIPs is 55% quicker than a timber frame build.

This means savings on costs like scaffolding, plant hire and site insurance, bringing overall project costs in line with other build systems. Allan Corfield

LOFT CONVERSIONS

Q Do I need planning permission to add a loft conversion to my terraced house?

Adding a loft conversion

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