An ideal time to self-build

During 2009 the self-build market has performed twice as well as other areas of construction. This is mainly due to two very important factors - plot price and build costs.

In the past one of the most difficult aspects of a self-build was finding the right plot for a fair price. Towards the end of 2009 it was reported that plots are costing on average 30% less than two years ago.

It is also cheaper to build as construction prices have fallen and will contiune to fall in 2010/11. Builders and tradesmen are now more readily available and are more willing to negotiate on price. Building materials are also cheaper to buy further lowering build costs for the self-builder.