Adrian Wild is managing director of HBXL Building Software, which powers the Build It Estimating Service. The service will enable you to calculate your project costs right down to the last roof tile. Find out more at www.self-build.co.uk/estimate
Self building your own home can be extremely satisfying: there’s simply no better route to getting a house that’s designed to fit your requirements. It can be profitable, too – but only if you establish the project costs as accurately as possible right at the outset and avoid over extending yourself financially. These budgeting top tips will help you get off on the right foot.