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Imperial Driveways

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Imperial is a family run business friendly local and reasonable on price we take pride in all are small jobs as much as ar...
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Garden Doctors Landscapes Ltd is a family business with an enviable reputation for reliable skilled work, borne out by the...
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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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The Fascia Division

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The Fascia Division are specialist installers of fascias, soffits, guttering and cladding. Our experienced installers a...
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Here at C.Evans Property Maintenance we offer all aspects of home improvements including; guttering ,interior and exterior...
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A to Z Energy Solutions

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With over 25 years combined experience in the energy efficiency industry, we are a small team of cavity wall and loft insu...

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22 Feb

Driveway Repair

Swindon - SN1

Enquiry from: Ronan G

Start Date: Immediate

Hi my drive way is of concrete which is like tilted on one end because of which I can’t install the gate. I would like to get my driveway installed with tiles and get rid of the concrete

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12 Feb

Driveway Repair

Swindon - SN1

Enquiry from: Ronan G

Start Date: Immediate

Hi my drive way is of concrete which is like tilted on one end because of which I can’t install the gate. I would like to get my driveway installed with tiles and get rid of the concrete

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05 Feb

Building work | General

Swindon - SN4

Enquiry from: Anita B

Start Date: Immediate

Hi there We have a conservatory which has subsidence issues. Our insurance company have paid out for the claim & we are now in the process of organising the destruction & rebuild. It would appea...

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22 Jan

Building work | Bricklaying

Swindon - SN1

Enquiry from: Chris F

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hi there. i have a garden wall which has partially collapsed due to undermining caused by tree roots. i am seeking quotes to rebuild the collapsed part of the wall, as well as to perform some general ...

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22 Jan

Building work | Wall Rendering

Swindon - SN2

Enquiry from: Richard K

Start Date: Immediate

Small chimney 2 foot wide by 1 foot high

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13 Nov

Building work | Bricklaying

Swindon - SN3

Enquiry from: Frank M

Start Date: Immediate

Complete new front wall required.Old wall to be demolished.

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09 Oct

House Extensions | Single Storey

Swindon - SN1

Enquiry from: Cornelius A

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in swindon areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for single storey house extension.confirmed interest via email at 09/10/2023 13:28.please call to a...

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09 Oct

House Extensions

Swindon - SN1

Enquiry from: Cornelius A

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in swindon area made an enquiry for house extension online. please call to arrange an appointment to discuss options are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other lo...

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06 Sep

Conversion | Loft

Swindon - SN3

Enquiry from: Manoj H

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customer made an online enquiry for loft conversion via one of our websites. confirmed via sms/. please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the property owner: owner of the property prop...

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31 Aug

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Swindon - SN1

Enquiry from: Katarzyna P

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Old insulation polystyrene beads (clumped) needs to be removed from 3 bed terraced house, old bricks need to be repositioned, spaces between the red bricks needs feeling and ideally wall would be trea...

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12 Aug

Building work | General

Swindon - SN4

Enquiry from: Tomasz P

Start Date: Immediate

Building a stables and need roof trusses. No specification design just plan and elevation shall be provide.

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03 Jul

Building Work | Porch

Swindon - SN5

Enquiry from: Larni O

Start Date: Immediate

to build new front door porch. are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have planning permission: no what material are you looking for: upvc what material would you like the roof made ...

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29 Jun

Insulation | External Wall

Swindon - SN2

Enquiry from: Richard N

Start Date: Immediate

Conservatory too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter

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13 Jun

Interior work | Stud Walls

Swindon - SN3

Enquiry from: Andy S

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Good afternoon, I have an office site at *** and looking to get a conference room partitioned off. It is 2.5m hight to a suspended ceiling and 3.1m wide. Would you be able to assist with building a p...

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05 Jun

Conversion | Garage

Swindon - SN25

Enquiry from: Ademola O

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Convert Garrage and get some ideas

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26 Mar

Building work | General

Swindon - SN3

Enquiry from: Steve G

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Required a 60borehole on a 1 acre plot in the area.

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28 Feb

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Swindon - SN25

Enquiry from: Rachel D

Start Date: Immediate

I need cavity insulations

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18 Feb

House Extensions

Swindon - SN4

Enquiry from: Russell A

Start Date: Immediate

2 storey side extension with double garage to the front of the property with an office above

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03 Feb

Building work | General

Swindon - SN1

Enquiry from: Alan B

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3 x 5 M carport. Grey or black frame with polycarbonate roof

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09 Jan

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Swindon - SN2

Enquiry from: Michael F

Start Date: Immediate

cavity wall survey/installation for minimum ground floor extension. rest of property unsure. property is 3 bed terraced are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how m...

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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 Swindon is:

£23,623

Builder job Builder cost in 2024
Garage conversion in Swindon £4,500-£6,900
Loft conversion in Swindon £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Swindon £42,000-£68,000
Loft insulation in Swindon £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Swindon £3,063-£5,013
Barn conversions in Swindon £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Swindon £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Swindon £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Swindon £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Swindon £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Swindon £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Swindon £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Swindon £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Swindon £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Swindon £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Swindon £638-£978
Residential new builds in Swindon £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Swindon £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Swindon £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Swindon £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Swindon £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Swindon £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Swindon £1,520-£4,830
Roof room in Swindon £9,000-£15,500
Shop refurbishment in Swindon £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Swindon £23,200-£34,800
Soundproofing in Swindon £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Swindon £1,520-£2,280
Garden room in Swindon £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Swindon £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

how to lay loft boards?

How To Lay Loft Boards

Do you need more storage space in your home or property? If you live in a tiny space especially where extensions can’t be made sideways, why not look to the topmost area of your home and consider boarding out your loft to make it usable?

Boarding your loft can make for a fairly easy DIY project but like every other home improvement tasks, it requires some specific skill sets as well as knowledge for a successful construction. Therefore, we’d recommend you hire the services of a reliable professional in order to guarantee the best possible outcome, especially if you lack proper training or experience that’ll help you avoid some costly mistakes. Here, we’ll give you a good insight into the loft board laying procedures.

• Get The Right Tools & Equipment

The materials and supplies you’ll need to lay loft boards include loft boards, screws, tape measure and pencil, drill, hammer, saw, protective gear such as gloves and dust mask.

• Work Out The Area

Measure up the area you need the boards to cover. The standard loft features two different sizes (both are 18mm thick) which include 2400mm x 600mm and 1220mm x 320mm. You should ensure that the board you opt for fits through the loft hatch perfectly.

• Start Laying

Once you’re done working out the area, the next step is to put on your protective gear and start putting the boards in place. You should lay the boards in a staggered pattern so as to give a better strength. While doing this, watch out for any wire running through your loft so they don’t get trapped, you should also cut the boards for easy access to the light fittings’ top.

• Make It Permanent

Upon the successful placement of the boards in a way that offer a safe area to store things and stand on, you’ll have to screw them in place. Start by drilling 2 or 5 holes along the edge of individual boards in such a way that lines up with the centre of the joist below. Once done, then you can fix them in place with screws.

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.

when does a loft become a habitable room?

When Does A Loft Become A Habitable Room?

When a loft is being converted to functional space, there are a multiple options it can offer. It’s not uncommon that at the conversion of this space, many household may not have a specific plan on how it’s going to be used. However, they know later on an actual need might arise, perhaps as you start working from home, developing other hobbies that requires an extra space or the family grows.

The loft can easily be converted into a game room, study room, playroom or even a household’s “breathing space etc. However, when the family grows and you wish to make use of the space on the top of your home as an extra bedroom, there are many factors to consider. The fact is, just because there’s enough space to fit a bed, doesn’t make it habitable. For a loft to become habitable, it must be built specifically for the purpose of being a sleeping area and must also comply with the relevant building regulations. It’s as a result of this, many property sale particulars include “potential third bedroom, subject to regulations statement written on it as well as the boarded and insulated loft space’s dimensions.

Loft conversions building regulations are set in such a way to ensure that adequate attention is given to both safety and structural elements to build a new space that’s fit for undetermined household use. These regulations are established minimum requirements to guarantee the following:

• The new floor and ceiling’s structural integrity.

• The existing roof and party wall modification’s structural stability.

• Safety during fire incidents plus an escape route.

• An appropriate stairway access.

• The proposed changes’ structural suitability to the external environment in association with the local area as well as any unique factors specific to the property.

how much does a kitchen extension cost?

Being the most used room in a house, it’s little surprise kitchen extension are usually one of the most popular requests in the UK. They do not only open up a frequently used space in your home, but also goes a long way to add value to your property. However, to know the value that’ll added you must first determine the cost of building such an extension before moving forward. Generally, a typical kitchen extension will cost within the range of £20,000 to about £50,000 plus VAT, based on the size of your project as well as your location.

In reality, a single accurate cost of a kitchen extension will vary depending on a lot of influencing factors, one of which is the type of the extension. Let’s take a look!

✓ Rear extension. You may want to consider this type, if you do not have sufficient space for a side return. This will extend your kitchen into your garden which implies that you’re going to give up some green space to make this a reality. The average price to have this done in London will be about £30,000 or more including VAT, and about £20,000 plus VAT or more in other areas.

✓ Side return extension. This, normally, isn’t a huge add to your property, but will create a lot of space for your kitchen while also be a lot reasonable in terms of cost. This type will extend your home into an alleyway at the side of your property if any is available there. On average, the cost of the side return extension should be about £50,000 plus VAT in London and a lot less in the other regions.

Is a basement conversion worth it?

Whether a basement is worth converting depends on your location and how much work it requires.

A basement conversion can be a great way to add space to your home, and can raise your property value. However, it can also be one of the most expensive ways to do this, so if there’s a possibility to extend your property, or convert a loft or garage, it’s worth considering this first.

You should also compare how much your basement conversion will cost with the amount it could raise your property value by. In some areas, a quality basement conversion could earn you money in the long run, but in others it’ll only cost you. If you’re planning on staying in your property for a long time this might not matter to you, but if it’s not your forever home then it’s an important thing to think about.

How much plasterboard do I need?

How Much Plasterboard Do I Need?

Although many people especially contractors have a tough time estimating the number of drywall or plasterboard needed to complete a project, it’s a rather simple task if all factors are taken into consideration. If you’re able to follow the same procedures taken by professionals to count dry wall sheets, you’ll be in the right direction. Let’s have a look at the procedures to follow!

lTake Square Footage Measurement

• Measure the square footage of the area where the plasterboard will be fitted.

• Multiply the height by the width of each wall or ceiling area.

• Add all quantities to obtain a total square-foot amount.

lCalculate Drywall Sheets

• To calculate the number of drywall or plasterboard sheet is very simple once you’ve gotten the total square footage.

• To get started, simply divide the total square footage of area by 32 (that’s if you are using a 4 by 8 sheets) or you can also make use of 48 to make the division (only if you’re making use of the 4 by 12 sheets).

• The answer you get after the division will give you the full number of plasterboard sheets that’s required to complete the project.

We’d recommend you include an extra 10 to 15 percent of whatever you calculate to take care of the possible odd cuts and wastages. This implies that if your total area is 1600 square feet while incorporating 4 by 8 sheets, simply divide 1600 by 32 which equals 50 sheets, now take 10% of 50 which equals 5, then add back the 5 extra to the 50 sheets earlier calculated to get 55 sheets. If you wish to estimate the cost, simply multiply the number of sheets gotten by the price per sheet. Do not forget to include delivery charges and local taxes.

can i refurbish a house in conservation area?

Due to the fact that we live in a country (the UK) with so much history as well as architectural beauty, there’s a need to have what’s commonly called “Conservation Area. A Conservation Area is basically an area which is designated by the local authority and is established in order to protect and enhance areas of historical and architectural interest which includes both rural and urban areas. Therefore, when it comes to refurbishment project in a conservation area, there’s usually a lot of things that needs to be put into consideration as well as hurdles to scale in order to make alterations to your property without any interruptions from the law.

In general, all properties in a conservation area have strict regulations governing the outlook of the houses, as this plays a major role in the appearance of the area as a whole. As a result, if you wish to bring down a building, fence, wall or even railing and the likes, you’ll need to obtain prior consent before you proceed. An easy way to go about any refurbishment plan is to to ensure the usage of exactly the same materials that exists in the current house. When you abide by the rules, you’ll be in a more favourable position to acquire the needed prior consent.

The short and simple answer to the question is yes, you can refurbish a house in a conservation area but subject to the approval of the local authority through a planning permission. And when it comes to submitting a planning application for approval, some are aspects will usually be subjected to more intense examinations than the others. Hence, the need to make sure that your refurbishment plans are all friendly in a similar way to the neighbouring buildings and environment.

when do you need planning permission for a house extension?

If you’re planning on adding a house extension to your property, you’d probably be worried about whether or not your proposed extension would require a planing permission. Well, it may be relieving to know that not every house extension project would require a formal consent, and in fact, several extensions are covered by the permitted development rights. Not only can this save you a considerable amount of time especially at the project’s planning phase, but it’ll also save you money on the application fee. In the UK, single storey extensions to the house’s rear can be 3 metres deep for both semi detached houses and terraces or 8 metres deep for detached homes.

So how do you know when you’d require a planning permission for your home extension? Well, if your extension plan fits these criteria explained below, then your project is most likely going to be allowable as a permitted development.

• Extensions, which includes previous additions, must not go beyond half of the original house’s total surrounding land area.

• The main elevation, or side elevation where it fronts the highway, must not be extended forward.

• For single storeys, the rear additions must not extend more than the original house’s rear by more than 3 metres in both semi attached homes and terraces (4 metres for detached houses).

• Extensions to the side must be a single storey with a height not exceeding 4 metres and not going beyond 50% of the original house’s width.

• Extensions hat within 2 metres of a boundary should have a eaves height not more than 3 metres.

• Multi storey addition must not extend beyond the original house’s rear wall by a maximum of 3 metres or 7 metres of the boundary opposite the rear wall.

• Permitted development rights do not apply in listed buildings or designated areas.

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