Timber Frame Self Build Portal

Firstly, on this page we outline the process from finding your plot till the day you start digging foundations in five simple steps. For each step we offer expert advice.

If this whets your appetite and you’d like more information we can send you our Solo Timber Frame Wonder Tool which is a suite of Excel files and Word documents that will assist you on your Self Build journey.

Solo Timber Frame’s five steps to Self Building your own Timber Frame Home

Find land

Finding land is often the most challenging aspect of any Self Build so we’ve compiled a list of hints and tips that you may find useful.

Finish design

When it comes to designing and planning your new house you have a number of options.

Obtain planning

Part of Self Building a new house is the inevitable paperwork. Here we give a simple breakdown of some of the key processes involved.

Selecting trades

With the planning paperwork out of the way you can now think about the build itself.

Start building

This is a quick overview of what you should be providing and ways to prevent problems.

Solo Timber Frame Wonder Tool – Your free Self Build helper

Our Wonder Tool is a completely free suite of planning and budgeting tools. Within it you’ll find all the resources you need to help you plan and Self Build your dream home.

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What our clients say

“We managed our Self Build from start to finish but couldn't have done it without the invaluable help and advice from Solo Timber Frame. Thank you.“

Solo Self Build clients Mr & Mrs Pickelis

“Solo aren't afraid of complex projects! They execute in a calm, well mannered, polite, professional manner and most importantly listen to there clients requirements and proactively recommend the best solutions rather than taking a passive approach.“

LinkedIn recommendation from Solo client Mr P Patel

“Hayley, Just to let you know the Timber Frame is up and looking fantastic. Your Erection team are first class.“

Solo Self Build client Mr Kwecinski

“Building a one off house is never an easy task, but you guys made it so much simpler. I'll never build using bricks again and would be delighted to recommend Solo to others.“

Solo Developer client Mr Ellis

“May I say how happy we are with how things have progressed since the Frame arrived on site, particularly given the weather and of course the Christmas break.“

Solo Self Build clients Mr & Mrs Hayward

Buy with confidence

Established in 2003, Solo Timber Frame are a Nationwide Self Build and Timber Frame specialist. We are members of the following Trade Associations:

National Custom & Self Build Association

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