Self build cost Mayo

marge1234

We are in the process of getting plans drawn up for a storey and a half, 4 bed house in Mayo. The plans are coming in around 2700ft2. We want to be realistic about what it will cost. We have heard a few different costs per square foot but I know this varies greatly depending on what part of ireland you are in and things tend to be cheaper in the west/north-west.

We are hoping to go the direct labour route rather than with a contractor as we have the capacity to do that. So with that being said, has anyone done a self build in the Mayo area recently and would you be able to advise on a cost per square foot? We know this is only a rough guide but it would be helpful to get people's opinions. Thanks.

Danny healy ray

regardless of the price going direct labour has lots of downfalls with lads passing the buck if/ when problems arise iv come across many horror stories don't rule out getting a contractor to do the hole lot it's his baby then ask a local lad to price it you might be pleastly surprised.

Biker1

You might get it done for €200/ft but that will depend on complexity of the build and type of finishes. If you are set on a self build start by getting a QS to price it for you. Complying with all the Building Regulations and Health & Safety will be your responsibility so don't depend on advice from trades in this matter. Also ignore all pub talk "I did it this way and it is fine". I have seen many self builds fail compliance so beware.

Technique

Donegal would probably be similar to Mayo in terms of price. I've been told €220/sqft (€2,400/sqm) for a house finished to a decent standard.

k mac

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121512591#Comment_121512591

Would that be 220 sqft going with a contractor, or direct labour

Technique

Contractor

Donegal1234

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058327449/self-build-cost-mayo

Building my house in Donegal atm. 4 bed 2 story and 2600sq ft and going direct labour route.

Just got a builders finish completed and cost 125 per sq ft. House is a very modern design.

Technique

What was the scope of the builder's finish?

Foundations, block work and roof?

Donegal1234

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121518211#Comment_121518211

foundations

block work

roof

windows

plastering inside and outside

electrical/plumbing/joinery first fixes

concrete floor poured

groundswork and septic tank

+ garage built.

Biker1

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121517962#Comment_121517962

Would love to see a breakdown on the costs for this one.

bfclancy2

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121518709#Comment_121518709

didn't know there was such a thing as builder's finish when going the direct labour route, who is this "builder" that called stop when house reached a certain stage.

Not doubting it was done for the figure but is the person a blocklayer themselves, brother is an electrician, other brothers a plumber, brother in law is a plasterer and father has been driving diggers for years i wonder

Donegal1234

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121518756#Comment_121518756

For the 125sq ft for a builders finish that’s is me barely lifting a finger. None of my friends/family are tradesmen and father hasn’t a clue about building. So would have been much lower if I had any of the above.

Also a builders finish is quite a common term in the building trade contractor or direct labour.

Shells24

Building in Donegal also, can I ask who you got to build?