Get Started On Site

Notify the authorities before starting construction, known as "breaking ground." This ensures compliance with local regulations and registers your project for necessary inspections and approvals.

Before starting construction, appoint a Principal Contractor (PC) in Northern Ireland or a Project Supervisor for the Construction Stage (PSCS) in the Republic of Ireland to ensure health and safety compliance.

As a homeowner (self-builder), you're legally responsible for managing on-site health and safety. Procedures are in place to show your compliance to the authorities.

A main contractor streamlines project management by overseeing coordination, providing expert guidance, and ensuring efficient execution of the construction process.

Direct labour means you take on the responsibility of hiring and managing individual tradesmen for each specific task, giving you more control over the project but requiring careful coordination and oversight.

The first step is to mark out the house, which means outlining the perimeter as a reference for all future work. This ensures accuracy and consistency throughout the construction process.

Choosing where to live during the build is a crucial decision that impacts both your project’s budget and your daily life. It’s important to factor in this cost early in the planning process.