Articles for the Year: 2021

Custom Build Collaboration for West Cumbria

Oct 15, 2021

PRESS RELEASE - 15/10/21 Fleming Homes have joined forces with Hugr Homes, a specialist in custom build homes for a unique development in the Lake District. Hugr Homes, which is ...

Build your self-build knowledge at the NSBRC

Jul 6, 2021

Growth is one of our FLAGSHIP values which explains our enthusiastic commitment to learning. For us, the curious mind and a thirst for knowledge are fundamental to the success of ...

Stack of timber for use in self build timber frame house project

Market dynamics and the supply of materials for self build timber frame

May 17, 2021

If you have a self-build timber frame house project underway, or you are planning one, you will already be aware that the availability of materials is an issue affecting the ...

What does ‘wind and watertight’ mean?

Mar 29, 2021

In our last article 'learning the lingo' we tackled timber frame terminology, explaining the typical terms, materials, and details that self-builders would benefit from knowing. Another phrase that self-builders often ...

Tackling timber frame terminology

Mar 17, 2021

Getting to know the terminology of timber frame construction is a big step in every self-builder’s journey. Learning the ‘lingo’ can aid and ultimately lead to stronger communication channels with ...

Article Archives

2024 (2)

05 March Modern apprenticeships are good for business
31 January Get Started with your Self-Build Design

2023 (7)

11 October Making self-build more straightforward
12 September Borders Business Excellence Awards Bring Double Recognition
14 August Is shopping local for timber frame a good thing?
12 July Are secondments the secret to talent retention and acquisition?
13 June Fast-tracking timber frame learning in Falkirk
13 March NSBRC Building Systems Workshop
03 March Self-Build Pre Planning Advice

2022 (11)

07 December External Wall Build Ups Explained
19 October NaCSBA’s Custom and Self Build Conference
22 September Our Saltire Scholar 2022
21 September Planning permission explained
23 August Fundraising for Marie Curie
17 August Carbon Capture and Storage
08 August Building Regulations – Changes in England
01 June Transforming a home with BBC DIY SOS
14 April Choosing a supplier during uncertain times
15 March The Case for Project Management
03 February Financing your self-build with a mortgage

2021 (5)

15 October Custom Build Collaboration for West Cumbria
06 July Build your self-build knowledge at the NSBRC
17 May Market dynamics and the supply of materials for self build timber frame
29 March What does ‘wind and watertight’ mean?
17 March Tackling timber frame terminology

2020 (6)

17 November Why winter might just be the optimum time to get started on site
07 October Announcing our sponsorship of Duns RFC’s Education Suite
06 October Exhibitors and experts line up at the NSBRC
17 April There has never been a better time to start planning your self-build home
26 March Tips for working from home
06 March What makes a successful self-builder?

2019 (5)

2018 (8)

13 December 6 reasons a self build timber frame home might be right for you
16 November Top Tips When Planning Your Build
29 October How much does it cost to self-build your own home?
25 September Is timber frame the same as a pre-fab?
23 May Everything You Need to Know about Self-build Home Insurance
09 April Boost Your Self-Build Knowledge
08 February Can a timber frame home stand the test of time?
15 January Self-build mortgages: what you need to know

2017 (9)

25 September Award win for a project that epitomises the true spirit self-build
20 June Duns RFC senior squad turn out to support local charity
09 June Rally driver Gina Walker – racing ahead in a man’s world
15 May Announcing our sponsorship of rally driver Gina Walker
15 May Getting the most out of visiting self-build shows
28 March Fleming Homes launches new site and brand!
10 March Self-build zero vat – the ‘cherry on top’
23 February Cut on-site costs with FIT pre-insulated panels
03 January Bespoke self-build checklist

2016 (2)

07 November Custom build vs self-build
07 April The three timber frame build routes

2015 (1)

10 August A Scottish model for an English market

2012 (1)

18 September 3 essentials for self-build success