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What is TM59 and why is it important for my self-build home?
Since the introduction of Approved Document O in England and Wales and Scottish Building Standard 3.28, overheating mitigation is a Building Regulations requirement for all new residential buildings. TM59 is…
Read MoreGetting the most out of visiting self-build shows
Attending self-build shows and exhibitions can be exhilarating and inspiring. With thousands of products and services cheek by jowl and under one roof they are the perfect place for moving…
Read MoreGet Started with your Self-Build Design
Fleming Homes Designer, David Loomis, shares five tips that will help you get started with your self-build design Dave says: “For me, designing a timber frame home is a collaborative…
Read MoreIs shopping local for timber frame a good thing?
Modern methods of construction, supply chain management, and efficient shipping methods make it possible for timber frame companies to deliver bespoke solutions and high-quality products to customers across the UK.…
Read MoreNSBRC Building Systems Workshop
5 Reasons why attending the NSBRC Building Systems Workshop matters more than you think! Choosing the build method for your self-build home is one of the most fundamental questions you must…
Read MoreSelf-Build Pre Planning Advice
In this Good to Know article, Planning & Building Regulations Manager, Scott Hunter, offers his self-build planning advice with tips on how you can best prepare for our planning…
Read MoreExternal Wall Build Ups Explained
Timber frame external walls are constructed in various ways, but mostly you will find that they follow the same theory of detailing. Being aware of this theory will give you…
Read MorePlanning permission explained
The planning process can be complicated and unclear at times. To help understand the process, we sat down with Scott Hunter, our Planning & Building Regulations Manager. Scott outlined some…
Read MoreCarbon Capture and Storage
The Heatwaves faced by the UK this summer has brought home the environmental challenges we are facing as global temperatures rise. How can we reduce the environmental cost of construction…
Read MoreBuilding Regulations – Changes in England
Building regulations have changed in England. Fleming Homes is exploring the changes and the impact on self-builders. Planning laws, regulations and policies might seem like a tick box exercise. However,…
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