Building your own house or other building by yourself is a challenging project and while some love it and get it completed, many others find it much too difficult and emd of calling in a professional. If you are considering managing your self build project consider the following tips:
1. Plan ahead
2. Set a budget (and be realistic about the costs)
3. Get references & check them
4. Follow the rules
5. Protect your investment
6. Keep your neighbours onside
7. Don’t sweat the small stuff
8. Make your site a nice place to work
9. Accept that stuff happens
10. Call in the professionals when needed