Scottish Self-Build and Renovation Scottish Self-Build and Renovation

Scottish Self-Build and Renovation is delighted to be joined by Ben Trotter of Filpumps, based in Inverurie Aberdeenshire.
In this episode, we are discussing why it is so important to understand the main types of off-mains water supply available when considering a self-build project. Proceeding to develop the incorrect supply can result in problems such as a shortage of water, poor water pressure of failing water quality.  It addresses the main types of private water supply available, understanding their unique traits and making them work for each application.
Note that this is an audio recording of the webinar, and so, for the full version, including visual presentation, please check out our website https://scottishselfbuild.com. 

In this episode, we will be running through the window and door types by material (timber / pvc / alu / composite), discussing the benefits and disadvantages to each and description of terminology used in industry.

We are joined on our inaugural Scottish Self-Build and Renovation podcast by Duncan Robson of DWR Architecture Aberdeenshire who is going to provide an introductory overview of the various aspects of Self-build Projects from start to finish.  

Duncan will briefly cover topics including assessing your property’s potential, Money Matters, Architectural Design, Planning and Local Authority Permissions, Construction, Health and Safety, as well as Quality, Cost & Time Management.  A great beginner's guide to self-builds if you are contemplating the next exciting chapter in your life!

Scottish Self-Build and Renovation is delighted to be joined on its second programme by none other than Hamish Malcolm of Munro and Noble Financial Services who will be providing a step-by-step guide to self-build mortgages. 

Hamish will provide an overview of mortgage providers and available products, what lenders are typically looking for, other potential sources of finance for self-build projects, current changes being experienced due to current COVID challenges and options for re-financing at the end of your self-build project.

Based in Inverness, Hamish is a highly experienced independent adviser on commercial and residential lending.

Scottish Self-Build and Renovation is delighted to be joined on its third online programme by Kelly Tadd of Black Isle Renewables who will be presenting on future proofing your home and providing an introduction to heat pumps and how this can provide all your heating and hot water needs, reducing your carbon footprint and providing a comfortable indoor climate.
Based in Dingwall, Black Isle Renewables are specialists in environmentally-friendly, renewable heating systems and operate throughout North Scotland.

Scottish Self-Build and Renovation is delighted to be joined by Mike Bauermeister and Daniel Tweats of Kishorn Insulations. This webinar firstly introduces Kishorn Insulations, and then looks at the different ways heat escapes from your home by touching on some building science principles. Kishorn will go on to demonstrate the benefit of airtightness, the inaccuracies of UValues , and introduce Icynene spray foam insulation as a very effective solution.