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A Gallagher And Son

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A Gallagher & Son provide roofing and general building works in across North Wales. We employ only local specialist trades...
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Gardens & Driveways

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Making dream gardens a reality and driveways built to last. We specialise in block paving, tarmacadam, drop kerbs (council...
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Fence It

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Fence it pave it are a family owned landscaping and paving and fencingcompany based in Bolton that has over fifty years co...
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Thermal build

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Thermal Build Ltd is a well established home improvement company covering all your home improvement needs. We specialise i...

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23 May

Garden | Decking

Wirral - CH47

Enquiry from: Valerie S

Start Date: Immediate

borders weeding and general tidy up with a monthly touch up … decking replacing if possible are you the property owner: owner property type: other do you have a: medium size garden garden type: back...

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25 Aug

Carpentry

Wirral - CH46

Enquiry from: James L

Start Date: Immediate

old kitchen ripping out and new kitchen putting in. wall knocking down if possible to create a kitchen / diner and open up the space.

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17 Aug

Carpentry

Wirral - CH60

Enquiry from: Anna P

Start Date: Immediate

Looking at getting a loft conversion, looking for a quote and potential timelines for the work

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02 Aug

Carpentry

Wirral - CH60

Enquiry from: Jessica G

Start Date: Immediate

Engineered wood floor for ground floor

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19 Jul

Carpentry

Wirral - CH60

Enquiry from: Gary W

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

we would like some advice and a quote for a loft conversion please are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what type of job are you looking to have done: other do you...

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19 Jul

Garden | Sheds

Wirral - CH62

Enquiry from: Andy H

Start Date: Immediate

replacing the existing patio and adding onto it. leveling some ground and putting in posts ready for a shed to be built on them later

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07 Jul

Garden | Sheds

Wirral - CH46

Enquiry from: Deana N

Start Date: Immediate

old greenhouse base making flat( has been removed),, side of shed making flat, remove two spruce trees. ,, make good so i can walk around a pond. need supply and fit wooden garden door. are you the pr...

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01 Jul

Carpentry

Wirral - CH60

Enquiry from: Richard E

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

we would like to get a quote for replacing 16 doors in our house. separately we would also be interested in a consultation to discuss conversion of some outbuildings/garages. thanks are you the prope...

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27 Jun

Carpentry

Wirral - CH61

Enquiry from: Jayne M

Start Date: Immediate

i would like quotes to convert the loft of my mothers bungalow, need a kitchen, living, eating area, a bedroom and shower room, i would like to know what impact it has on the person living in the hous...

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02 Jun

Carpentry

Wirral - CH48

Enquiry from: Sheena F

Start Date: Immediate

Completing this for my parents— They have bought a dormer bungalow in West Kirby. The dormer is one room - the semi detached to the property has been made into 2 room so it includes a bathroom. Add...

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10 May

Carpentry

Wirral - CH48

Enquiry from: Rachel G

Start Date: Immediate

I contacted you a couple of weeks ago. The wooden slat on our top window has fallen off and needs replacing.

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07 May

Garden | Sheds

Wirral - CH62

Enquiry from: Charmaine H

Start Date: Immediate

customer in the wirral area made an enquiry a couple of projects including garden shed.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you the propert...

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02 May

Carpentry

Wirral - CH61

Enquiry from: Sue L

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

looking at new banister for stairs and upper landing are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what type of job are you looking to have done: wooden staircases wha...

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28 Apr

Flooring | Wooden

Wirral - CH63

Enquiry from: Louise H

Start Date: Less than one month

customer made an enquiry for wood flooring and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a carpenter.mrs lives in the wirral area and would like a call to discuss options.see below de...

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28 Apr

Carpentry

Wirral - CH63

Enquiry from: Louise H

Start Date: Less than one month

new kitchen floor quote please. roughly 30sqm thanks. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what type of job are you looking to have done: flooring do you requ...

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27 Apr

Flooring | Wooden

Wirral - CH47

Enquiry from: Pam F

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer has a flooring project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for wood flooring. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a carpenter.confirmed interest via...

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27 Apr

Carpentry

Wirral - CH47

Enquiry from: Pam F

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

replacement of part of water damaged engineered wood flooring due to water damage, plus room dividers ***ors are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what type of job...

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17 Apr

Garden | Sheds

Wirral - CH46

Enquiry from: Shelagh H

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an online enquiry for garden shed and confirmed on email they would like a call with a carpenter to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the property ow...

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05 Apr

Carpentry

Wirral - CH63

Enquiry from: Bernie Q

Start Date: Immediate

Half glazed wooden door making

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31 Mar

Carpentry

Wirral - CH47

Enquiry from: Steve C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

living rm bookcase 5’ wide are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what type of job are you looking to have done: furniture fitting do you require a door(s): none w...

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How much do Carpenter services cost?

Do you have a need for a carpenter in or around your house? If yes, then one of the first things you’d probably want to know is the exact amount it would cost to get the project over the line. Now, carpenters are skilled craftsmen that are able to make things with wood and fabricate all sorts of wood constructions. The price charged by carpenters are determined by a wide range of factors which makes it nearly impossible to provide a short and accurate estimate without having a look at your unique requirements. In this post, we’re going to give you an in-depth insight into general carpentry charges while also considering some of the influencing factors. Let’s take a look!

Some of the most common factors that determines the price charged by a carpenter includes the project type, the size as well as scope of the project, the location of project, ease of access, experience and qualification of the carpenter and lots more. For instance, if the job is a minor one such as building a shed, it’ll cost a lot less than something more complex which requires a bit more experience like constructing a staircase. In general, building a shed will have a labour cost within the range of £150 to about £250, while a staircase construction will require a labour cost in between £1,000 to £1,500. For general carpentry, you can expect to pay within the range of £20 to £30 hourly rate depending on a number of factors which are stated above. It’s also important to state that while some carpenters charge per hour, others by the day and several of their projects will be charged at fixed prices.

The table reveals the kinds of work that Carpenters normally do and also the regular cost range of these jobs. Some tasks take longer to finish than others so costs do differ by task.

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The average price
of a Carpenter in Wirral is:

£879

Carpenter job Carpenter cost in 2024
Kitchen Fitting in Wirral £975-£2,495
Carpenters and joiners in Wirral £375-£575
Plasterboard dry lining in Wirral £638-£978
Wood flooring in Wirral £750-£1,150
Wooden decking in Wirral £1,125-£1,725
Garden shed in Wirral £450-£690
Wooden window repair in Wirral £320-£480

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Carpenter FAQs

Where should I put my garden shed?

Try to put your shed in open space, away from trees, bushes and other buildings. This will help to protect it from falling branches and sap. It will also mean that you can access all sides of the shed for repair and maintenance purposes. Make sure you take a look at garden shed planning rules before you pick a final spot for your shed.

How much decking do I need?
How much decking you need will – of course – depend on how big you plan your deck to be. There is an equation to help you work out how many deck boards you need. It’s a little complicated until you’ve been shown how it works, but once you know how to do it it’s easy to work out how much decking you need for any project. The equation takes into account the recommended 10% wastage and includes the expansion gaps that are required, which is between 5-8mm along the length of the deck boards (EGL, or expansion gap length) and 3mm along the ends of the deck boards (EGW, or expansion gap width) for timber. It also assumes you’re laying your decking horizontally, as if you’re looking for a diagonal or chevron design you’ll need more deck boards. Let’s go through an example, assuming you have a 10m x 6m area that you want to cover with decking made from timber boards that are 2.4m long and 144mm wide. We’ll use the EGL of 5mm and EGW of 3mm.
  1. Calculate the surface area for your decking Multiply the length (L) of your decking area by the width (W): L x W = Decking Surface Area (DSA) in m2 10 x 6 = 60m2
  2. Work out the coverage of your deck boards Add your deck board width (DBW) to the expansion gap length (EGL), then add the deck board length (DBL) to the expansion gap width (EGW). Then multiply these numbers. (DBW + EGL) x (DBL + EGW) = Single Board Coverage (SBC) 0.144m + 0.005m = 0.149m 2.4m + 0.003m = 2.403m 0.149 x 2.403 = 0.358m2
  3. Calculate the number of deck boards you need Multiply the SBC by 1.1 to allow for 10% wastage. Then, divide the DSA by the SBC. DSA / SCB x 1.1 = Total number of boards required 60m2 / 0.358m2 x 1.1 = 184.36 boards – so round up to 185 so you’re not left short.
If that all seems a bit complicated for you, let a professional do the maths – they will be able to give you an idea of how much decking you’ll need in no time.
How much is wood flooring?

The cost of wood flooring varies by the type of wood and by the finish required. As a guide though oak solid wood flooring cost about £35 - £45 per m2. The average wooden cost by material are approximately £40 per m2 for pine, £45 per m2 for cherry, £60 per m2 for maple and £75 per m2 for walnut. This price does exclude the laying of the flooring and the underlay required.

How to fit wooden flooring?

Installing wooden flooring is a quite simple process, however to get it right the first time, there are very essential preparations that must be made. These includes determining the site is in the best condition before installation, removal of all floor coverings and underlay for a more stable and durable installation and incorporation of the right expansion gap of about 10mm to 12mm which would be maintained around the floor’s perimeter.

Wooden floor fitting can be done on two types of sub-floor - Concrete and Plywood. To install onto concrete, you can follow the guide below:

• Incorporate flexible wood on concrete adhesives.

• With the help of a 3mm toothed trowel, spread above 2 board widths of adhesive along the starting wall sub-floor, beginning at a corner of your room.

• Position the first row of flooring into the area that is glued using the tongue facing opposite the wall.

• Put 10mm spacers against the wall to see to the consistency in expansion gaps.

• Make sure the joints are at a minimum of 150mm apart from the first row when fitting the second row.

• Utilize pre-cut smaller boards if you’re to start a new row with staggered joints.

• Continue with this nailing method and make sure the 10mm expansion gaps are consistent around the floor’s perimeter.

To install onto plywood, you can follow this guide:

• Make use of a porta-nailer.

• Position 10mm spacers against the wall - parallel with the installation direction.

• Fit the first row using the tongue facing opposite the wall and with the help of the porta-nailer or flooring nailer.

• Lay the second row and make sure the short end joints are at a minimum of 150mm apart from that of the first row.

• Utilize pre-cut smaller boards if you’re to start a new row with staggered joints.

• Continue with this nailing method and make sure the 10mm expansion gaps are consistent around the floor’s perimeter.

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How many hours does a carpenter work?

The number of hours you would have to invest and the number of holidays you will have will be mentioned on the contract before you undertake a project. It is very common that of you to be asked of work longer than your shift. It is completely your choice if you want to work more hours, but your employer has no right to force it on you.

There are certain guidelines that establishes the maximum number of hours an individual should labour each week. In general, the maximum number of hours for someone not yet 18 years old, is 40 hours in a week, or eight hours a day. For workers who are aged 18 or above, the number of hours increases to 48 hours a week.

You can contact the environmental health department of your local council or the National Health and Safety Executive (0845 345 00 55) for more information and advice about working hours. According to the law, all workers have the right to a holiday of at least 5.6 weeks (or a total of 28 days of paid leave, if you happen to work five days in a week).

Your holidays may be extended than the minimum right, but it is dependent on your employer. The critical things you should keep in mind about holiday rights are:

• holiday entitlement starts as soon as you begin work;

• your employer has a complete say in when you can take your holiday;

• for holidays you get normal pay;

• after completing the job, you will be compensated for any unused holidays.

In order to meet the requirements for the right to once a year leave you need to be categorized as a worker. You will have no statutory right to paid annual leave if you’re self-employed.

You, as a worker will not have a statutory right to paid leave on bank and public holidays. If you are given a paid leave on a bank or public holiday, this can count towards your 4.8 weeks minimum leave privilege. However, you may be provided with a paid leave on bank and public holidays in addition to your annual leave entitlement, if your employer chooses so.

Great Britain has a total of eight permanent bank and public holidays, whereas, Northern Ireland has ten.

There is no automatic right to an enhanced pay rate that you can exercise if you work on a bank or public holiday. Your remuneration depends on your contract of employment.

How is wooden flooring installed

Wooden flooring is very popular flooring option amongst home and property owners in the UK and understandably so. It adds to your space’s curb appeal, it’s quite easy to maintain, it adds to the value resale value of your property if you later wish to sell and lots more. If you’re looking to have wooden flooring installed in your home, you have two options which includes doing it yourself or calling in a professional – the latter being more advisable. However, by following some simple but essential steps, you can also install your wooden flooring successfully by yourself. These includes determining the site is in the best condition before installation, removal of all floor coverings and underlay for a more stable and durable installation and incorporation of the right expansion gap of about 10mm to 12mm which would be maintained around the floor’s perimeter.

 

Wooden floor fitting can be done on two types of sub-floor - Concrete and Plywood. To install onto concrete, you can follow the guide below:

  • Incorporate flexible wood on concrete adhesives.
  • With the help of a 3mm toothed trowel, spread above 2 board widths of adhesive along the starting wall sub-floor, beginning at a corner of your room.
  • Position the first row of flooring into the area that is glued using the tongue facing opposite the wall.
  • Put 10mm spacers against the wall to see to the consistency in expansion gaps.
  • Make sure the joints are at a minimum of 150mm apart from the first row when fitting the second row.
  • Utilize pre-cut smaller boards if you’re to start a new row with staggered joints.
  • Continue with this nailing method and make sure the 10mm expansion gaps are consistent around the floor’s perimeter.

To install onto plywood, you can follow this guide:

  • Make use of a porta-nailer.
  • Position 10mm spacers against the wall - parallel with the installation direction.
  • Fit the first row using the tongue facing opposite the wall and with the help of the porta-nailer or flooring nailer.
  • Lay the second row and make sure the short end joints are at a minimum of 150mm apart from that of the first row.
  • Utilize pre-cut smaller boards if you’re to start a new row with staggered joints.
  • Continue with this nailing method and make sure the 10mm expansion gaps are consistent around the floor’s perimeter.
How to dot and dab plasterboard?

How To Dot And Dab A Plasterboard

If you want a fast and simple way to achieve a smooth and sturdy wall which is decoration-ready, then dot and dab plasterboard is the way to go! It’s a relative simple process but can also be a bit challenging. Therefore, if you lack the necessary training or experience, hiring a professional would be a great step to protect your investment and guarantee the best results. Here, we’ll provide you with a deep insight into the plasterboard’s dot and dab procedures. Let’s have a look!

• At the thickness of the board with the adhesive, mark the ceiling and floor as well as the wall to indicate the centre of each board.

• Ensure the wall’s height is 15mm more than the plasterboard

• Make a mixture of the adhesive and achieve a thick consistency. Apply a consistent layer of the mixture around the wall’s perimeter, edge of the ceiling and any other openings with the use of a trowel.

• Select dabs that are about 250mm long and 50mm to 75mm wide and apply the adhesive in them. Make use of 3 vertical rows for individual boards. Also ensure to apply, at skirting level, a band of adhesive.

• Position the board’s reverse side against the dabs, and laying against the packers. Then make the board align with the ceiling and floor marks with the help of a straight edge.

• Raise the board till its tight against the ceiling with a board lifter. Once done, use the plasterboard to wedge the board into place before you remove the board lifter.

• Repeat the same process for the remaining parts of the room. Once completed, make sure the adhesive is set before you remove the boards.

How to put up plasterboard?

How To Put Up Plasterboard

Putting up a plasterboard is a vital process when it comes to home renovations. However as daunting as it may seem, with a good guide and regular practice you can master the skill within a small period of time. If you lack proper training and experience, we’d recommend you hire a seasoned professional plasterer for help so as to get the best result and also avoid additional costs due to possible damages.

Putting up plasterboard is way quicker than wet plastering and also significantly reduces the drying time that can slow down your renovation plans. With a plasterboard, you can delve straight into the decorating stage and achieve a smooth finish. Below are the steps required to put up a plasterboard.

• The first step is cutting the plasterboard to shape which be one of the most challenging parts of the process. This is because you’ll need to fit the board around things such as plug sockets and window sills. As a result, this involves cutting complex shapes rather than just a simple straight line. To get this done, simply mark out the cut required with the use of a tape measure, combination square and spirit level for a better precision. Once done, you can then use a plasterboard pad saw to cut along the marked spots.

• After you made the required cuts, the next step is putting up the plasterboard. And depending on where the boards are going to be put, this could be a very challenging task. If you’re going to put the boards on the ceiling or somewhere very high up, you’d probably need an extra pair of hands for help. To get this done, use the appropriate screws to secure the boards in place if you’re installing them directly on studs. However, if you’d be fixing them onto bricks or blocks, a drywall adhesive is your best bet.

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