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Barton Brothers

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Choose Barton Bros. & Sons who cover Lanarkshire and all of Central Scotland for all your landscaping and hard landscaping...
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Wall Doctor

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PLEASE NOTE: We only specialize in external wall coatings, rendering and/or repairs. We don't carry out internal painting ...
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Hi we are All Seasons Roofing And Roughcasting based in Edinburgh , we provide quality work at a fair price & we pride our...
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We provide the complete landscaping service for households across East Central Scotland. From paving and building to fenc...
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J&M Joiners

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J&M Joiners: Expert kitchen installations. Custom designs, flawless finishes. Transform your space.
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Jan Building Contractor

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Jan Building Contractor Ltd offers a complete property renovation and refurbishment service. We often play the role of a m...

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07 Feb

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Galashiels - TD1

Enquiry from: Oscar D

Start Date: Immediate

we would like a quote for loft insulation for a pitched roof that is approximately 49.9 m2. we are in the process of applying for a grant so we would require a pdf copy of the quote in possible. many...

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28 Aug

Building work | General

Galashiels - TD1

Enquiry from: Kim S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in the galashiels area made an enquiry a couple of projects including building maintenance.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are yo...

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26 May

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Galashiels - TD1

Enquiry from: Mark D

Start Date: Immediate

blown bead cavity wall insulation for a 1970s bungalow. my mother in law expects to take possession of the property on 9 june and to move in on 21 june. installation of insulation would ideally occur ...

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04 Feb

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Selkirk - TD7

Enquiry from: Kevin L

Start Date: Immediate

cavity wall insulation quote are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 property age: pre 1900 are you in a conservation area: no...

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13 Oct

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Galashiels - TD1

Enquiry from: John M

Start Date: Immediate

Fitted wardrobes for main bedroom.

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30 Mar

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Galashiels - TD1

Enquiry from: Sarah G

Start Date: Immediate

looking for loft/roof insulation. bedrooms are built into loft space and are always colder than the first level. open to suggestions on best way to insulate are you the property owner: owner of the pr...

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24 Nov

Building work | General

Galashiels - TD1

Enquiry from: Ali M

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customer has a general building project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for building maintenance. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a builder.confirmed...

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29 Apr

Interior work | Stud Walls

Galashiels - TD1

Enquiry from: Margaret M

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move door and dry wall small room are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other how many different rooms are you looking to have wall work on: 1-2 rooms what level of service ...

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08 Mar

Building work | Sound Proofing

Galashiels - TD1

Enquiry from: Kathryne S

Start Date: Immediate

Hello, I need my living room chimney swept and possibly a bedroom one swept/unblocked/checked for possibility of lighting fire in bedroom - depending on the price

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12 Jan

House Extensions

Galashiels - TD1

Enquiry from: Alexander M

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are you the property owner: owner have you considered getting your windows replaced to match a new conservatory: no other forms: house extension agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes pl...

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06 Jan

Insulation | External Wall

Galashiels - TD1

Enquiry from: Douglas L

Start Date: Immediate

conservator is extremely cold in winter hot in summer not sure about external or internal solution

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03 Jan

House Extensions

Galashiels - TD1

Enquiry from: Alexander M

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner have you considered getting your windows replaced to match a new conservatory: no other forms: house extension agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes pl...

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19 Nov

Building work | Sound Proofing

Galashiels - TD1

Enquiry from: Adam C

Start Date: Immediate

Annual Service and maintenance contract of gas central heating system

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29 Oct

Building work | General

Selkirk - TD7

Enquiry from: Robert D

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Customer visited the myroofingquotes.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Other, Roof type: Pitched, Work description: Treated metal roof on garden shed approximate size 14foot by 8 f...

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23 Oct

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Selkirk - TD7

Enquiry from: Ken O

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: commercial how many bedrooms do you have: 5+ property age: 1930-70 are you in a conservation area: no are you looking for loft insulation ...

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16 Oct

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Selkirk - TD7

Enquiry from: Ken O

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are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: commercial how many bedrooms do you have: 5+ property age: 1930-70 are you in a conservation area: no are you looking for loft insulation ...

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16 Oct

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Selkirk - TD7

Enquiry from: Ken O

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we are looking for a quote for cavity and loft insulation in the old school building are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: commercial how many bedrooms do you have: 5+ property...

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04 Oct

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Selkirk - TD7

Enquiry from: Adair A

Start Date: Immediate

60m loft insulation wool 400mm wide by 110-120mm thick are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 do you currently have loft insul...

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25 Dec

Insulation | External Wall

Selkirk - TD7

Enquiry from: Ian W

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Quote for gable end of house to be insulated Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Age: 1900-30 How many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 Bedrooms Are you the property owner: Owner of th...

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18 Dec

Building work | Sound Proofing

Selkirk - TD7

Enquiry from: Bill B

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Dear Sir/Madam, I have recently purchased a two bedroom second floor flat in Forest Road, Selkirk. The existing gas central heating system within the property is rather old and I would like to ...

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How much do Builder services cost?

How much do Builders cost? Prices for Builders in 2024 can fluctuate relying on the sort of work that you need to have carried out in your residence.

Are you planning to erect a new house or structure? If yes, then you’d probably want to know just how much it’ll take to get the project over the line to help you set a budget and start to plan. Building a new house is requires huge financial investment and as a result, there’s the need to carry out your due diligence before you proceed. In this post, we’re going to give you an insight into the prices charged by builders to erect a new home or structure.

First and foremost, like every other home project, the price charged by builders to construct a new house or structure depends on a wide range of factors. These factors include the size, location, accessibility as well as qualifications of the builders you wish to employ just to mention a few. For instance, you’d expect the cost of building two-storey in London to be a lot more expensive than the price of a one-story building in Scotland. However, we’ll try our best to give you an idea of the price range you can expect to incur to complete your project.
In general, a builder will charge within the range of £10 to about £15 per hour on the average. For small building projects which includes wall and foundations repairs, a builder will typically charge about £11 per hour. However, the price charge will depend on the extent of the job due to the fact that simple tasks such as repointing only costs about £10 per hour, while laying new foundations can cost up to £15 per hour.

The table shows the types of work that Builders typically do and the average cost range of these tasks. Some tasks take longer to finish than others so prices do fluctuate by job.

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The average price
of a Builder in Selkirkshire is:

£23,840

Builder job Builder cost in 2024
Garage conversion in Selkirkshire £4,500-£6,900
Loft conversion in Selkirkshire £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Selkirkshire £42,000-£68,000
Loft insulation in Selkirkshire £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Selkirkshire £2,625-£4,025
Barn conversions in Selkirkshire £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Selkirkshire £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Selkirkshire £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Selkirkshire £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Selkirkshire £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Selkirkshire £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Selkirkshire £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Selkirkshire £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Selkirkshire £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Selkirkshire £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Selkirkshire £638-£978
Residential new builds in Selkirkshire £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Selkirkshire £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Selkirkshire £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Selkirkshire £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Selkirkshire £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Selkirkshire £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Selkirkshire £2,440-£3,660
Roof room in Selkirkshire £15,000-£23,000
Shop refurbishment in Selkirkshire £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Selkirkshire £23,200-£34,800
Soundproofing in Selkirkshire £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Selkirkshire £1,520-£2,280
Garden room in Selkirkshire £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Selkirkshire £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

how to update old fitted wardrobes?

One of the main reasons why fitted wardrobes are a popular choice amongst homeowners is due to the fact that they’re able to help maximise storage space and since they’re usually customized for the particular room, they’re always good looking. However, just like any other home item, over time your installed wardrobe may start to look a bit dated and old fashioned. In these type of events and in order to save money, several homeowners would prefer to update its look to a more modern one without having to completely replace the fitted wardrobe with a new one. In this guide, we’ll give some great tips on how to update your old fitted wardrobe. Let’s take a look!

✓ Add mirrors to the wardrobe doors. Your old fitted wardrobe may be made of old fashioned laminate or chipboard which happens to draw scratches and dents here and there. If this is the case, you can simply add mirrors to help conceal the damage or unsightly marks.

✓ Include decorative trimming or panelling. You can choose from the various styles of trimmings you’ll find at hardware stores. By adding some strips of moulding, the whole look of your fitted wardrobe can change significantly.

✓ Painting. If the surface of the wardrobe permits, painting can go a long way to alter the look of the wardrobe.

✓ Change the handles. Handles may seem as a little item that doesn’t add to the aesthetics of the wardrobe. However, in reality, change your old handle with a more modern and fashionable one can make a great difference to the wardrobe’s overall appearance.

✓ Upgrade the interior. You can upgrade the interior of your wardrobe to give you more options and a better appearance. For instance, you may wish to have part of the wardrobe to offer integrated shelving or perhaps pull out drawers rather than having all the interior space for hanging clothes and garments.

Do I need planning permission for external wall insulation?

If you want to install an external wall, it is only wise to consider whether or not a planning permission is required in order to avoid a hefty fine. In a great kudos to the government and a welcome relief to home and property owners, the installation of external wall insulation is seen as an “improvement to the house and not an “extension or an “enlargement. Ultimately, this implies that external wall insulation fitting is to be done under permitted development and a planning application may not be required. However, like many other regulations, there are also exceptions to this rule and the main one is if the activity changes the appearance of your property. Properties such as a listed building having tighter regulations may pose some issues. As a result, we’d advise you to consult your local authority to ensure that there’s no fast rule to this topic before commencement of the external wall insulation project.

At the moment, according to the Government Building Regulations, the surface of the entire wall is to be improved to existing standards if the area to be insulated exceeds 25 percent of the wall. In normal situations this is usually the typical case, however to prevent avoidable fines and other possible punishments, it is always best to reach to your local authority and check out the rules guiding external wall insulation in your constituency. Furthermore, since external wall insulation is not a task that’s recommended to be done by yourself, you can also ask the professional external wall insulation fitting company for the applying rules before proceeding. As a good professional, the company should have a better knowledge of the rules and regulation guiding its activities.

Does a converted basement need windows?

Windows or lightwells can be a great way to introduce natural light into your basement, making it a more valuable, enjoyable space. However, they’re not always an essential requirement.

It’s important for your basement conversion to meet ventilation and fire safety building regulations. Windows can be a good way to do this, but they’re not the only option. Stack or mechanical ventilation, or ensuring that stairs up from your basement connect to an exit can be a good alternative.

So, while windows can be a great asset to your basement conversion, if you can’t afford them or they’re not structurally feasible, you can still create a basement conversion without them.

How many bricks can a bricklayer lay in a day?

Well, just like many other team work, a bricklayer is only as good as his supporting cast. And a hard-working labourer should be able to keep three bricklayer gangs happy. But even when he gets to serve just one bricklayer, the site conditions and nature of the wall can also play a huge role in determining the number of bricks that can be laid within 24 hours.

With the best possible site condition, hard-working labourer and best scenario with no pillars, no face brick, long straight wall and no wall ties, a well trained bricklayer should be able to lay within a range of 800 to 1100 bricks all day long. However, you rarely get walls like this as there is always going to be some corner or curve somewhere which usually takes some time to get right. Furthermore, once the bricklayer has laid up to 5 feet, there’ll be a need to get some lift. From that point onwards, the job understandably gets slower and tougher - meaning there’ll most definitely be a face brick.

In addition, there are multiple other factors that can affect the number of bricks that can be laid in a day. Sometimes its the complex designs or weather that’ll determine the daily rate.

With the aforementioned factors and more realistically, on a good day and great site, an expert bricklayer should be able to lay about 500 to 800 bricks in a day. This is generally a very good target, but of course you never can tell with the reasons above and other factors that are simply beyond the control of the bricklayer. If you have a project and want it completed as soon as possible, you can pay the bricklayers based on the number of bricks laid to increase their efficiency.

How to plasterboard a wall?

How To Plasterboard A Wall

If you’re looking to plasterboard your wall, one of the essential things to have in mind is that the plasterboard must be hung horizontally and not vertically. Due to the way they’re manufactured, plasterboard sheets normally possess a “grain along the length. This implies that, it’s only when they’re firmly placed perpendicular against the wall that they’re able to achieve their maximum strength. Materials you’ll need to complete this task includes: Tape measure, stanley knife, pencil, spirit level, drill driver or screw gun, surform, drywall screws and handsaw. Now let’s have a look at the wall plasterboarding steps!

• To plasterboard a wall the first step to take is to place each board in such a way to make the edges the centre of the noggins and upright. Also, the the adjoining walls and door openings should fit closely to the edges.

• Work from the door opening to the ending wall. From the the stud’s edge to the noggin’s centre, use your tape measure to measure a cut board and as a rule to mark up.

• Place your spirit level on the marks and use the Stanley knife to run a line along the intended cut. Once done, turn the board on its edge and give a sharp push on the back to split.

• Cut the paper left with the knife after folding the split edge back on itself. This way, you should get a nice and clean edge.

• In its right position, place the board up against the studwork. Install the screws on the board’s edges where a noggin or upright can be seen.

• Mark lines down across the board at the stud’s centre.

• Cut the end boards to length.

• Install the remaining boards as mentioned above. While doing this, make sure the factory edges are together.

• Cut any board extending into an opening and finish the edges using a surform.

We’d recommend you hire the professional services of a plasterer for the best results especially if you lack the necessary training or experience. Plasterboarding a wall can be a tricky challenge and you’d save yourself some time, money and effort by getting it right on the first trial.

Can an extension add value to my home?

Yes. Most extensions will add substantial value to your home, and you may find that the extension adds more value than it cost. However, it’s important to be sure that the home remains balanced. Extending your garage and leaving your property with no parking spaces, for example, may impact your ability to sell.

What qualifications should a builder have?

Some individuals who have been in the construction department for many years may not be qualified, that is, they may not have undergone an apprenticeship and/or trade certificate courses, but they might still be very skilled at their work. However, anybody can pick up a sledgehammer and demand themselves a builder lacking any skills or training. The wise thing would be to ask the builder coming to your house about what qualifications they have and what training they have undergone.

Licensing of building practitioners

You can now check if your builder or tradesperson is a licensed building practitioner by using an electronic public register which has a record of every registered builder. Being licensed provides you with an assurance that the builder who is about to do your work has proven his shill to the government and earned his right to be a practitioner. If you wish for certain important building and design work on your home it is imperative that you hire a licensed practitioner, the act is very common when you compare the scenario with when you have to call a plumber or an electrician regarding any work.

In order to become a builder in the UK, you must complete an apprenticeship or an NVQ. NVQ is another popular route to becoming a builder. You can also get your NVQ even when you are working as an apprentice. You can also make it based on any recognised overseas qualification.

All associates maintain a Code of Practice and Conduct which sets the standards for all stages of the building procedure. The Code requires builders to:

• Submit quotes on projects for which they have time.

• Securing the contract with a sufficient insurance cover.

• Maintain honesty and integrity at all times.

• Obey the law and industry standards of conduct.

All members of the construction association must also follow a code of conduct. As a consumer, if you think your builder has breached the Code of Conduct or the Code of Ethics, you can file a written against him or her.

how to convert your loft into a room?

How To Convert Your Loft Into A Room

The loft is the space on top of a home that’s most often ignored by home owners due to having to consider the space’s configuration, the lighting as well as energy efficiency. However, when successfully converted into a room, it can serve several purposes which would even add more value to your property. So how can you convert your loft into a room? Let’s have a look.

• Take Into Account The Size Of Your Loft

The size of your loft is a major determinant of the type of room it can be converted into. A small-sized loft there’s a chance it can still be converted into an extra bathroom or home office while bigger lofts can be converted into an additional bedroom. The minimum head height is 2.3m, if your loft is lower than this, you’d have to get a planning permission to detach some parts of the room for extension.

• Include A Skylight

When a loft is poorly designed, the room become dark, shady and airless. Adding a skylight to your loft will let in fresh air, deliver better ventilation and more light.

• Insulate Your Loft

Loft insulation will not only prevent heat from escaping through the roof, but also lead to an improved energy efficiency which ultimately helps you save up on your heating bills.

• Use Modern Colourization

When you use bright, neutral and modern colours to paint your loft, you’re adding that elegant look to the space. As a result, the loft looks a lot more attractive and comfortable by the time you’re done with the conversion.

The conversion of your loft into a room can be a very tedious task if you wish to do it by yourself. We’d recommend you employ a seasoned professional for help in order to ensure the best results and also to avoid making costly mistakes.

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