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Your garden room buying checklist

Work through the decisions, materials and trades that belong in a complete self-build budget.

Use this as a procurement checklist, not a structural bill of quantities. Quantities must come from your approved design.

Design & approvals

Site measurements and scaled layoutConfirm footprint, overall height, access and intended use.

Construction drawings and specificationHave foundations, structural members and envelope details designed.

Planning and building-control checksConfirm local requirements before ordering.

Groundworks

Foundation materials or installerOrder against the site-specific foundation design.

Damp protection and drainageUse the products and details specified for the base.

Structure

Structural timber or panel kitUse specified grade, section sizes and quantities; include bracing and fixings.

Structural sheathing and connectorsOrder against approved drawings and kit instructions.

Weatherproofing

Roof system, flashings and guttersCheck roof dimensions, falls, trims, outlets and compatibility.

Breather membrane, cladding and battensInclude ventilation gaps, insect mesh and specified fixings.

Doors, windows and installation tapesCheck structural openings, thresholds and weather-sealing details.

Insulation & services

Floor, wall and roof insulationUse the complete designed build-up, with airtightness and moisture-control details.

Electrician, power, heating and dataAgree first-fix, final installation, testing and certification.

Finishes

Linings, floor finish and decorationConfirm suitability for the intended room use and environment.

Tools & site

Safe access, lifting and cutting equipmentAssess working platforms, lifting help, extraction and tool hire.

PPE, waste and weather protectionArrange appropriate protection, materials storage and disposal.

YOUR BUYING LIST

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Work through the list as you confirm specifications, suppliers and delivery dates.

Progress is saved to your account. Tick an item when its scope is confirmed, then keep your final quantities and quotes with your drawings.

Check your budget

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