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Enjoyed watching that with my porridge ? Agree that proper large panel SIPs would be better insulated, and stronger. Site safety is not exemplary, probably how most people would do it but not what you expect to see on a promotional video.

Hadn’t thought of that! Not sure if the DNO will entertain that assuming that they need to fit the meter? Would the spare phases just be terminated in a box before the meter?

Evening All, My first new topic so forgive me if it is the wrong section! I can see this has been discussed previously but I have a few specific questions ... Been quoted a electrical connection at £2400 single phase and £2600 three phase. Thinking about future generation and car charging, is it worth £200 extra? Are there any other additional costs or other implications to having three phase supply? For example meter, consumer unit, cabling etc. Planning to connect into a kiosk at the plot boundary with temporary building supply taken off. Eventually, I would run three phase to the garage and single phase to the house (hopefully without bothering the DNO!). Appreciate any advice!

I am also looking at MVHR for my new build starting early next year. I haven’t done the maths in as much detail but my conclusion was that heat recovery savings are marginal. Moving the air is probably going to cost more in reality, once ducting and filtration losses come into play. I think most people enjoy the comfort/health benefits and that is what I will be looking from the system. Main selection criteria for me would be investment cost, running cost, noise/vibration and reliability/serviceability with heat recovery efficiency low down the list.

Hi @LA3222, near Market Rasen so not far away from you. We have not started building yet, looks like you are well on your way?

Cheers Faz, we are north of Lincoln so I think it will be a stretch but thanks anyway

Thanks for your comments, they are certainly thought provoking. It seems there is no set formula for self build as we are all unique, as well as the locations and our circumstances. Hence the plethora of discussions about every aspect of the process on this forum. I have some thinking to do and choices to make ?

Hi Folks, I would like to introduce myself as a recent new member of the forum. I am a first time self builder and former (reformed!) serial renovator. We have just submitted reserved matters app for a 4/5 bed, 250sq.m two storey house in rural Lincolnshire. Off mains gas so probably going for ASHP and maybe MHRV. Looking to live in it for 3-5 years then move on, hence the ‘maybe’ for MHRV. Not sure we would get the benefit, or if it would add value when we come to sell (thoughts anyone?) The planners will probably insist on some stone facing so probably going down the traditional masonry route, also for cost reasons. Expecting to use a main contractor for the shell+first fix then finish off with individual trades. Still working full time so will stick to planning, sourcing and project management rather than hindering progress with DIY. I am interested in alternative build methods such as ICF but need to keep take care of cost/value as property prices are relatively low in this part of the country. Would be interested to hear from others who are building in the area with any local knowledge of suppliers, utilities, trades etc. Looking forward to sharing experiences!