Free Workshops

DAILY FREE WORKSHOPS AT BUILD IT LIVE

Build It Live offers a range of free workshops, each presented by leading suppliers and specialists from the self build sector. Each session focuses on specific problems and choices that self builders and renovators face every day.

Our workshops aim to answer your burning questions and help you progress with your project. Topics include everything from how to finance your build, to extending your home on a budget.

This is a sample programme. Timings and topics are subject to change. For the Seminar Programme click here >>

Saturday

10.30

Heat Pump Benefits & Which Type is Best for My Home? – SGS Energy

11.00

Protect Your Project: Why Insurance & Warranties are Must-Haves – Protek

11.30

Triple Glazing – the best option to meet Future Homes Standard Part L – Internorm

12.00

Funding Your Self Build & Renovation Plans – Buildstore

12.30

Real-Life Project: Martin Gurnett's Barn Conversion in Essex

13.30

Benefits of Natural Insulation for Your Home Building Project – Unity Lime

14.00

Extend Your Home: The Modern Way to Add Space & Value – EcoHUP

14.30

Home Renovations: How to Assess & Value a Project – Collier Stevens

15.00

Right to Build: New Routes to Finding Land for Your Dream Home – Custom Build Homes

15.30

Passivhaus: Design & Build Your Timber Frame Eco Home – MBC Timber Frame

16.00

Basement Benefits: The Best Ways to Add High-Quality Living Space – Surrey Basements

Sunday

10.30

Finding Land: What Makes a Good Plot? – PlotBrowser

11.00

Glazed Doors: Benefits of Lift & Slide Door Systems – Internorm

11.30

Self Build Insurance: Protecting Your Build Now & in the Future – Self-Build Zone

12.00

Funding Your Self Build & Renovation Plans – Buildstore

12.30

Real-Life Project: Freddie Pack's Countryside Self Build Home in Kent

13.30

Self Building Your Dream Home in Kent – Orchard Farm

14.00

Windows & Energy Performance: Why Good Design, Detail & Installation are Key – Green Building Store

14.30

Extending Your Home: Design Ideas & Practical Steps to Success – Paul Archer Design

15.00

VAT Reclaims: How to Save £10,000s on Your Self Build or Conversion Project – Andrew Jones the VAT Man

15.30

How to Find a Quality Builder – Build It