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Reducing the Cost of Self-Build Projects and Renovation: Three Golden Rules
I've never been the boastful sort. But on the subject of the renovation of my formerly rickety-rackety old cottage I make an exception.
Much as I might well be physically wrecked, beholding the fruits of my labours each day fills me with a sensation of warm smugness. Furthermore, I now consider myself eminently qualified to dish out advice on the cost of building work to anyone who stands still for long enough. And that includes octogenarian Carmelite nuns.
I have come to the conclusion that there are only a handful of reasons why anyone should overspend on a home improvement project. Most obvious of these, of course, is the unforeseen structural problem. But more often than not it's down to letting imbeciles loose with chequebooks.
Moreover, many people have little or no interest in construction or DIY. Instead, they hand over vast amounts of money to total strangers having blithely accepted whopping estimates without question.
So, if you're considering your own ‘grand design', but get the jitters about the potential cost, here are my Three Golden Rules (of which the third is the most important).
Rule Number 1: Be Nice...
Let's say you need a powerful SDS drill for one little job but don't actually own such a device. Your first option is to purchase the required tool, but that will set you back a fair few pennies thus making the hole you need to create one of the most expensive orifices known to humanity. Alternatively, you might know of someone locally who already possesses the aforementioned implement and ask them if you can borrow it for ten minutes.
The second option is, of course, the most economical. And the most time saving. But if you've been a miseryguts all your life then the chances of anyone lending you rat poison - let alone an expensive power tool - is extremely slim.
Cheerful and generous people get cheerfulness and generosity in return, and those of decent character will almost always receive advice, offers of help and even materials that others don't need but have lying around at home. It's a sort of construction karma: what goes around comes around.
Furthermore, if you're employing the services of a skilled tradesman and spend half of the time bellyaching and being inhospitable, do you really expect they'll pull out all the stops to help?
Rule Number 2. Have a go...
While a few people are so incompetent they shouldn't be entrusted to go to the lavatory by themselves, most are capable of well over half of the required work even if they don't realise it. Read expert guidebooks and building regulations, and never be afraid to ask for advice.
Naturally, leave the specialist jobs you really don't think you can successfully undertake to the experts (especially those requiring qualifications such as electrical rewiring). Much as I might like to have a bash at thatching, I know that half of it would end up in Berkshire after the first breath of wind. And I live in Cornwall.
DIY is much more than nailing up a shelf. It can be anything from foundations to ridge tiles and pretty much everything in between.
Rule Number 3. Have no cash to spend...
Set yourself a ridiculously tiny budget to work with - one so unfeasibly inadequate that anyone with even a passing interest in building collapses in hysterics. Then halve it.
Having very little money sharpens the mind when it comes to purchasing. In fact, I wouldn't allow anyone else to do the sourcing on my behalf unless I knew them personally and trusted them implicitly.
Don't get me wrong, this isn't a sideswipe at tradesmen. To me, a first-class bricklayer or joiner is the equal of a surgeon or barrister. And far superior if you're caught up in a pub riot. But half of them have no interest in budgeting because they merely want to get on with the job. And who can blame them?
Letting someone whack everything on their big builders' merchants account is akin to lending your Aston Martin DB9 to a plastered youth. Sure, some items will be cheaper than elsewhere, but nowhere near all of them - never overlook the smaller independent merchants who are often much more competitive than the big guns.
Other recommendations include undertaking painstaking online research, scouring the classifieds in the local paper, and keeping an ear out for anyone who might be getting rid of the stuff you need. In effect, do everything short of becoming a kleptomaniac.
Auctions can be good, too. But be wary of those of interest to the trade. I went to a couple during the course of my own project and left flabbergasted on both occasions. Never in my life have I witnessed such a boneheaded willingness to pay over the odds on everything from insulation to rusty nails. I'm absolutely certain I could have sold a bag of grass cuttings.
Finally, buy what you need in advance when the opportunity arises. For example, my local DIY superstore recently had a clearance of sockets and switches. However, if I bought them today I'd have to shell out 80% more. Do this type of pre-purchasing often enough on a big project and you'll save thousands.
Christian Boulton runs Beebis.co.uk – a resource for those undertaking self-builds, renovation projects and home improvement.
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DEWALT DW5470 5-Piece Rock Carbide and SDS-plus Drill Bit Set $34.99 5-Piece Rock Carbide and SDS-plus Drill Bit Set - DW5470. 6-1/2-in x 3/16-in Rock Carbide and SDS-plus Drill Bit - DW5403. 4-in x 1/4-in Rock Carbide and SDS-plus Drill Bit - DW5416. 6-in x 1/4-in Rock Carbide and SDS-plus Drill Bit - DW5417. 6-in x 3/8-in Rock Carbide and SDS-plus Drill Bit - DW5427. 6-in x 1/2-in Rock Carbide and SDS-plus Drill Bit - DW5437 |
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Bosch 11258VSR 5/8-in 120V SDS-plus Concrete Drill $149.99 5/8" 120 Volt SDS-plus Concrete Drill - 11258VSR. 360 degree Side Handle. Depth Gauge - 2 603 001 009. (1) 3/16" SDS-plus Bit - HC2011. (1) 1/4" SDS-plus Bit - HC2041. (1) 3/8" SDS-plus Bit - HC2061. Carrying Case |
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Drill $78.07 A drill or drill motor is a tool fitted with a rotating cutting implement used for drilling holes in various materials. The drill bit is gripped by a chuck at one end of the drill and rotated while pressed against the target material. The tip of the drill bit does the work of cutting into the target material, either slicing off thin shavings (twist drills or auger bits), grinding off small particles (oil drilling), or crushing and removing pieces of the workpiece (SDS masonry drill). Drills are commonly used in woodworking, metalworking, construction and most do it yourself projects. Specially designed drills are also used in medicine, space missions and other applications. Author: Miller, Frederic P./ Vandome, Agnes F./ McBrewster, John Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 82 Publication Date: 2010/01/11 Language: English Dimensions: 5.98 x 9.01 x 0.19 inches |
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Makita HR2470F 15/16-in SDS-plus Rotary Hammer Drill $189.99 15/16-in SDS-plus Rotary Hammer Drill - HR2470F. Side Handle - 158057-6. Depth Gauge - 324219-0. Tool Case - 824799-1 |
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Milwaukee 48-20-7931 MX4 SDS-Plus 1/4 x 6-In Carbide Drill Bits 15-Pk $109.99 (15) MX4 SDS-Plus 1/4 x 6-In Carbide Drill Bits |
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Bosch 11258VSRC 5/8-in 120V SDS-plus Concrete Drill $169.99 5/8-in 120 Volt SDS-plus Concrete Drill - 11258VSRC. 360 Degree Side Handle. Depth Gauge - 2 603 001 009. 3-Jaw ClicLoc Chuck. SDS-plus ClicLoc Chuck. Carrying Case |
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Black & Decker 600W Pneumatic SDS Hammer Drill. $79.99 The Black ; Decker Pneumatic SDS Hammer Drill enables you to drill into harder materials than with a standard drill. An ideal addition to your workshop or garage, this hammer drill has been ergonomically designed to ensure maximum safety and comfort whilst being handled. 600 watts.230V.Reverse function.Variable speed .1 gear.Max speed based on no load 960rpm.SDS plus chuck.0 - 5100 blows per minute.Drilling capacity for wood 30mm, steel 13mm, masonry 20mm, concrete 20mm and metal 13mm.Chisel function.Soft grip, depth stop handle.Auxiliary handle.0 batteries included.Cord length of 3m.Includes 3 drill bits: 8, 10, 12 x 110mm, side handle ; depth stop.Carry case.Drill weight 5.2kg.Manufacturer's 2 year guarantee excludes professional use.EAN/MPN/UPC/ISBN: 5035048289037. |
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Bosch PBH 2900 SDS Hammer Drill. $139.99 Hammer drill.730 watts.Max no load speed : 1450 rpm. 13mm keyless chuck.1 gear.0 - 4000 blows per minute.Drilling capacity for concrete 26mm.Cord length of 2.5m.Accessories included: 4 SDS drill bits, 1 chisel.Spindle lock, vario lock.Overload clutch.Carry case.Additional features: 2.7 joule impact force.Size H38, W47, D13cm.Drill weight 3kg.Manufacturer's 2 year guarantee.EAN/MPN/UPC/ISBN: 3165140459990 |
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Irwin 585-322031B25 1-2X4X6 Sds Plus Drill Bit $16.78 Fits all SDS-plus and Hilti TE-C rotary hammers. Reduced area above the flute prevents the drill bit from binding while drilling-the full usable length can be utilized . Chrome vanadium shaft through-hardened to 50-53HrC . Patented tip and flute design removes dust more efficiently . Shot-peened, double-tempered finish reduces breakage . Copper braze material gives high heat resistance for reduced tip loss |
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C.R. Laurence GJNZ1JYN2K CRL Milwaukee .38in. x 4in. x 6in. Premium SDS Hammer Drill Bits 20 $300.3 CRL Milwaukee 3/8 x 4 x 6 Premium SDS Hammer Drill Bits 20 |
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Einhell RT RH 32 3 1250W Function SDS Hammer Drill. $99.99 Vibration absorber handle.1250 watts.Soft grip handle.Includes 4 SDS plus drills.2 SDS plus chisels.Carry case included.Unpackaged weight 10.5kg.Manufacturer's 2 year guarantee.EAN/MPN/UPC/ISBN: 4006825576269. |
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Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy 1x18 Sds Plus Drill Bit HC2167 $44.35 1x18 sds plus drill bit Carbide-tipped drill bit head is harder and more resistant to extreme loads 4-flute design for fast dust removal For use in drills requiring SDS-plus shanks 1? x 16? x 18? Brand #: Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy HC2167 UPC: 000346280708 Keywords: masonry drill bit carbide tip hammer sds rotary hammerdrill |
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Bosch HC5073 Wild-Bore 1-1/4-in x 31-in x 36-in OAL SDS-Max Carbide-Tipped 4-Cutter Drill Bit $100 Wild-Bore 1-1/4" x 31" x 36" OAL SDS-Max Carbide-Tipped 4-Cutter Drill Bit - HC5073 |
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322002 - 5/32X4X6 Sds+ Drill Bit $8.24 [0724971] UPC: 024721001405 1L x 1.5W x 7.38H 0.1 LB 0.01 Cubes |
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322004 - 3/16X4X6 Sds+ Drill Bit $5.51 [2341139] UPC: 024721001436 0.5L x 1.5W x 9.25H 0.1 LB 0 Cubes |
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322017 - 1/4X4X6 Sds+ Drill Bit $5.32 [4755187] UPC: 024721001627 0.5L x 1.5W x 9.25H 0.1 LB 0 Cubes |
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322020 - 1/4X10X12 Sds+ Drill Bit $14.63 [7268345] UPC: 024721007452 0.5L x 1.5W x 15.25H 0.22 LB 0.01 Cubes |
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322022 - 5/16X4X6 Sds+ Drill Bit $7.38 [9580515] UPC: 024721001917 0.5L x 1.5W x 9.25H 0.13 LB 0 Cubes |
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322024 - 3/8X4X6 Sds+ Drill Bit $7.1 [1897503] UPC: 024721001931 0.5L x 1.5W x 9.25H 0.15 LB 0 Cubes |
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322047 - 3/4X6X8 Sds+ Drill Bit $25.88 [3973385] UPC: 024721002099 0.75L x 1.5W x 11.25H 0.41 LB 0.01 Cubes |
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322026 - 3/8X10X12 Sds+ Drill Bit $16.77 [4912705] UPC: 024721001955 0.5L x 1.5W x 15.25H 0.25 LB 0.01 Cubes |
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322031 - 1/2X4X6 Sds+ Drill Bit $8.85 [6426266] UPC: 024721001986 0.5L x 1.5W x 9.25H 0.2 LB 0 Cubes |
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322041 - 5/8X4X6 Sds+ Drill Bit $16.93 [0452839] UPC: 024721002051 0.62L x 1.5W x 9.25H 0.38 LB 0 Cubes |
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322048 - 3/4X10X12 Sds+ Drill Bit $26.19 [7802861] UPC: 024721002235 0.75L x 1.5W x 15.25H 0.69 LB 0.01 Cubes |
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Robt. Bosch Tool Robt. Bosch Tool 1 in Sds Rotr Hammer Drill 11255VSR $237.4 1? sds rotr hammer drill Variable speed reversing trigger control 7.2A motor 0-1300 RPM and 0-6150 BPM Hammer lock off mode SDS plus Electro pneumatic impact mechanism for reduced vibration Fully enclosed tool holder Slip clutch 360 auxiliary assist handle Depth gauge and case Brand #: Robt. Bosch Tool 11255VSR UPC: 000346345599 Keywords: drill hammer sds rotary hammerdrill |
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Panasonic EY9HX400E Drill Attachment $55.95 "Panasonic EY9HX400E, The Panasonic EY9HX402E is a SDS chiseling attachment for Panasonic hammer drill EY6813NQKW." |
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Dewalt Dewalt 7 8 in Sds Hammer Drill D25023K $217.82 7/8? sds hammer drill Mode selector allows for usage in rotary hammer, rotary only, and chiseling applications Lightweight design (5.5 lb., 16.2?) for easy use and handling in a variety of orientations 6.9A motor provides high performance and overload protection (0 to 1550 RPM, 0 to 4550 BPM) Variable speed trigger allows user to instantly control speed from 0 to dialed setting Reversing feature helps release tool from bind up situations and assists with removal of fasteners Integral clutch reduces sudden, high-torque reactions if bit jams 360 side handle adjusts easily for preference or use in tight spaces D-handle design offers preferred balance for downward drilling Heavy-duty carrying case is included Brand #: Dewalt D25023K UPC: 885911180139 Keywords: sds rotary hammer electric drill |
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Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy 5 32x6 Sds Pls Drill Bit HC2001 $6.71 5/32x6 sds pls drill bit Carbide-tipped drill bit head is harder and more resistant to extreme loads 4-flute design for fast dust removal For use in drills requiring SDS-plus shanks 5/32? x 4? x 6? Brand #: Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy HC2001 UPC: 000346280333 Keywords: masonry drill bit carbide tip hammer sds rotary hammerdrill |
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Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy 3 16x4 Sds Pls Drill Bit HC2011 $4.46 3/16x4 sds pls drill bit Carbide-tipped drill bit head is harder and more resistant to extreme loads 4-flute design for fast dust removal For use in drills requiring SDS-plus shanks 3/16? x 4? x 6? Brand #: Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy HC2011 UPC: 000346279719 Keywords: masonry drill bit carbide tip hammer sds rotary hammerdrill |
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Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy 1 4x6 Sds Plus Drill Bit HC2041 $4.37 1/4x6 sds plus drill bit Carbide-tipped drill bit head is harder and more resistant to extreme loads 4-flute design for fast dust removal For use in drills requiring SDS-plus shanks 1/4? x 4? x 6? Brand #: Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy HC2041 UPC: 000346279627 Keywords: masonry drill bit carbide tip hammer sds rotary hammerdrill |
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Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy 1 4x8 Sds Plus Drill Bit HC2042 $5.66 1/4x8 sds plus drill bit Carbide-tipped drill bit head is harder and more resistant to extreme loads 4-flute design for fast dust removal For use in drills requiring SDS-plus shanks 1/4? x 6? x 8? Brand #: Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy HC2042 UPC: 000346279726 Keywords: masonry drill bit carbide tip hammer sds rotary hammerdrill |
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Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy 1 4x10 Sds Pls Drill Bit HC2043 $9.74 1/4x10 sds pls drill bit Carbide-tipped drill bit head is harder and more resistant to extreme loads 4-flute design for fast dust removal For use in drills requiring SDS-plus shanks 1/4? x 8? x 10? Brand #: Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy HC2043 UPC: 000346280463 Keywords: masonry drill bit carbide tip hammer sds rotary hammerdrill |
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Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy 5 16x6 Sds Pls Drill Bit HC2051 $6.15 5/16x6 sds pls drill bit Carbide-tipped drill bit head is harder and more resistant to extreme loads 4-flute design for fast dust removal For use in drills requiring SDS-plus shanks 5/16? x 4? x 6? Brand #: Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy HC2051 UPC: 000346279634 Keywords: masonry drill bit carbide tip hammer sds rotary hammerdrill |
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Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy 3 8x4 Sds Plus Drill Bit HC2061 $5.83 3/8x4 sds plus drill bit Carbide-tipped drill bit head is harder and more resistant to extreme loads 4-flute design for fast dust removal For use in drills requiring SDS-plus shanks 3/8? x 4? x 6? Brand #: Robt Bosch Tool Corp Accy HC2061 UPC: 000346281118 Keywords: masonry drill bit carbide tip hammer sds rotary hammerdrill |