Integrating smart technology into a new home is a popular goal for many self-builders. When executed correctly, a smart home can significantly enhance your comfort, efficiency, and daily convenience. However, without careful planning, it’s easy to create a system that is overcomplicated, frustrating to use,
Polished concrete floors are a versatile and stylish flooring option, perfect for adding a sleek, contemporary feel to any renovation or self-build project. Originally used in industrial settings for their durability and low maintenance, their smooth, seamless appearance is now highly sought after in
How Much Does it Cost to Build a House in the UK? Ever wondered what it truly costs to build a house in the UK? For anyone planning a self-build in 2025, understanding the financial landscape is the cornerstone of a successful project that meets
We are well connected in Buckinghamshire, it is one of our favourite places to build so with this blog post we’ll cover some of the reasons why we love building and delivering dream homes in this area. If you are thinking of embarking on a
When contemplating building a new luxury home, one of the key questions you may have is whether or not to engage a property developer to project manage your build and have someone take on all of the elements that may cause you any stress. In
Are you thinking of moving home but can’t find exactly what you want or where you want it? Does the idea of building your own home excite you but an overload of information on how-to, stops you from taking it further? Do you know that
People from all walks of life can self-build their way to their dream home. You may be telling yourself that it’s completely out of scope for you, however 13,000 homes are self-built annually – many with the help of a project manager. Self-build can be a cheaper and more cost-effective way into homeownership.
When deciding to embark on building your own home one of the first things you will need to consider is funding, how will you fund your project and when will you need the funds. There are numerous ways to secure the funds you need and
When you’re building your dream home, the amount of detail you need to take into consideration can be daunting and sometimes overwhelming. That’s why we’re here to help you every step of the way.
As far as challenging times go, we’ll do well to top the last 24 months in our lifetimes! For small businesses like ours, it has been a potential minefield, with disaster lurking around every corner. Thankfully, we have been able to operate throughout the pandemic
As a leading property developer in the South Buckinghamshire area, we have the pick of the bunch when it comes to the best suppliers and partners in the business. We recognise that our clients want to have the peace of mind that their property has
The housing market is in a bit of a crisis at the moment; the demand for new homes is hugely outstripping the supply of properties to the market, leaving many families in limbo. So, what do you do if you can’t find a property that
Chaucer Homes are delighted to hear of the Government’s new plan to help more people build their own homes. These new initiatives demonstrate the Government’s growing support of the new home sector in England, with hopes of creating 30,000 – 40,000 additional new homes a
There are few things in the world that are more satisfying than building your own home. Equally, making mistakes on such a project can be costly and time-consuming. At Chaucer Homes we recognise that this is a uniquely personal experience and that is why we
Building your own home presents you with a wealth of options. If you have chosen the right plot and location, you may well have a completely blank canvas upon which to create your ideal home. After all, what’s the point of designing and building your
It’s been almost a year since the first Covid-19 lock down was enforced and we are all learning to live with being at home more than we have been used to in the past. Whether you are currently furloughed or working from home on a
Like any sector, the residential construction industry is subject to fads and trends, but very few boast any kind of longevity. However, sometimes architectural trends stick and become the ‘style of the time’…
As we approach the end of what has been an extremely challenging year for everyone, it is a time for assessing, reminiscing with loved ones
When you buy a home that needs extensive work it can often be more cost effective to knock the property down and start over.
It’s human nature to look for potential within a bargain. If you’re not building your perfect home, you are more than likely looking to buy an existing property
Building your own home is many peoples’ idea of a dream scenario. When you buy an existing property, you find yourself making compromises
We are delighted to welcome you to the new Chaucer Homes website. For the last few months, we have been working with our partners at Jaijo Creative to showcase