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hi all. lets say i was gonna build an outbuilding garage 30sm out of block. its within 1m of a boundary so needs to be fire proof essentially right? well im wondering if i can get away with using timbers for rafters rather than steel? tbh ive never seen anyone use steel box section or steel purlins so im wondering if i can just use timbers and only the walls need to be fireproof? also i will be using tin on the roof. the gov websites dont really give much info as what is and isnt allowed , and its not like anyones gonna grass anyway once its all boarded out inside but would rather be safe than sorry. thanks-Sam -
Hi all, My main contractor's insurance covers the entire build including liability etc but doesn't cover our timber frame kit as we're supplying and paying for this ourselves. Can anyone recommend an insurer that will cover materials only? I've had quotes from Protek and Clear Selfbuild but they cover the entire build including public liability etc etc which I don't need. Any ideas appreciated?
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Good Afternoon All, I am currently starting a self build on the Isle of Mull, i am wondering if anyone has any spreadsheet templates for keeping track of spending/materials/VAT paid to help watch our budget throughout the whole build. Many Thanks David Maclennan
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Hey, I am really interested in hearing your views on what brick type this might be? -
Just making the panel into which the consumer unit will be fitted along with a 60A switch fused unit and a distribution block. Wondered if I can make this panel out of OSB / plywood or if it needs to be specifically flameproof. Reading the regs it looks like it is just the consumer unit that has to be metal but the 'and similar switchgear' catch all is a worry. Essentially it is a box in one of the internal walls that will house the CU accept the in coming cable and take the outgoing cables away. The switch fused unit is for the in-line water heater. Any insights? -
During the dismantling of our old dormer bungalow we found that the walls in one of the upstairs bedrooms were made of thick cardboard. What strange materials have have you found during you time building or renovating?
