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Home Energy Save.

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At Home Energy Save Ltd we are specialists in all fields of damp proofing and energy efficiency within the home. Whether y...
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Heritage Group

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Local family run business. We deliver all major home improvements with excellent workmanship guarantees. In trade fo...
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Hi we are a family run business and pride ourselves on our customers satisfaction we do tree and landscapes project.From t...
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Weatherdry Insulation

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We are a company that specialises in Damp Proofing & Insulation. We have a 100% success rate in resolving damp issues con...
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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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Chelford landscapes

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24 Mar

Building work | Wall Rendering

Manchester - M28

Enquiry from: Sarah W

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Back wall render removal and re rendering we live in a conservation area and need the back wall to be sand and cement render then painted white. We did have a guy come do this a year ago but h...

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22 Mar

Building work | Wall Rendering

Liverpool - L17

Enquiry from: Tony L

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My kitchen and dining room are damp. The plaster needs stripping, proofing then replastering please. There was no relevant option to choose from the drop down list. Cheers, Tony

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21 Mar

Building work | General

Crewe - CW2

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Hi Thomas , can you give me a ring to arrange a quote for a paving job we need doing , you did our front driveway at 1 Braemar Close Wistaston. ***

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20 Mar

Building work | Refurbishment

Sale - M33

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I own and live in my second floor flat and the management company of the block has requested that I change my front door to comply with fire safety regulations. The door must be of the FD30S standa...

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19 Mar

Building work | Wall Rendering

Northwich - CW9

Enquiry from: Philip W

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Quote on rerendering front and side of an Edwardian house. Or a repair.

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18 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Blackpool - FY2

Enquiry from: John N

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I want to convert my loft for heavy storage, books mainly. I've about a tonne of them. Can you help?

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18 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Blackpool - FY2

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A quote for a loft/dormer conversion

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18 Mar

Building work | Wall Rendering

Bury - BL9

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Three bedroom semi-detached house, would like a quote for a full re-render if the house. Many Thanks

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18 Mar

Building Work | Porch

Burnley - BB10

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Lean to upvc porch, left side projection 2x1 m

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17 Mar

Insulation | External Wall

Manchester - M9

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Hi I'm looking for a quote to make my home more energy efficient. I was advised to get party wall insulation completed on the property. Please can you advise on how much this will cost? Thanks Chris...

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16 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Chester - CH2

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We would like an estimate of a hip to gable loft conversion.

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15 Mar

House Extensions

Manchester - M23

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customer made an enquiry for house extension and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a builder.customer lives in the manchester area and would like a call to discuss options.see...

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14 Mar

Building work | General

Prenton - CH43

Enquiry from: Aaron A

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Repointing from of house and lower rear.

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13 Mar

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Stalybridge - SK15

Enquiry from: Earl G

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loft and cavity wall insulation quickly while l am renovating my house. | are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 property ag...

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13 Mar

Building work | Wall Cladding

Bolton - BL3

Enquiry from: Mohsin M

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Afternoon External wall cladding on bay to cover brickwork

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12 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Workington - CA14

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12 Mar

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Middlewich - CW10

Enquiry from: Sam B

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Cavity fill insulation. Bungalow.

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11 Mar

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Manchester - M19

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underfloor insulation in 2 rooms and a hallway next week. are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 do you currently have loft insulationn: yes do you requir...

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07 Mar

Building work | Wall Rendering

Prescot - L35

Enquiry from: Ricky M

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End terrace house old render cracked after quote for k render

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07 Mar

Building work | Wall Rendering

Bootle - L30

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Please l need silicon color rendering for the whole external body of the property of a 3 bedrooms. Can l have a quote on this please

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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 North West is:

£23,847

Builder job Builder cost in 2024
Garage conversion in North West £4,500-£6,900
Loft conversion in North West £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in North West £42,000-£68,000
Loft insulation in North West £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in North West £2,813-£6,013
Barn conversions in North West £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in North West £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in North West £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in North West £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in North West £400-£820
Commercial new builds in North West £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in North West £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in North West £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in North West £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in North West £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in North West £638-£978
Residential new builds in North West £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in North West £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in North West £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in North West £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in North West £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in North West £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in North West £2,440-£3,660
Roof room in North West £15,000-£23,000
Shop refurbishment in North West £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in North West £23,200-£34,800
Soundproofing in North West £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in North West £785-£1,440
Garden room in North West £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in North West £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

Are pumps used for basement conversions noisy?

If your basement has a cavity drain membrane, it’ll need a pump to move water away from the exterior of your basement and prevent flooding.

Sump pumps can be noisy, but they don’t have to be. Generally, if you have a well-designed pump that’s installed correctly, you shouldn’t find it a problem. For best results, hire a skilled, experienced professional to supply and install your drainage system.

Will my patio need a lot of maintenance?

Patios do not require lots of maintenance. They will only need occasional cleaning to make sure that the material keeps its original appearance. It's always best to clean your patio with a pressure washer and occasionally tap each slab or brick just to check the sand underneath hasn't washed away.

How good is external wall insulation?

External Wall Insulation (EWI) is the act of insulating a home by fitting insulation to the exterior parts of the building which in turn improves thermal performance, cuts energy consumption ( savings on energy bill) and also adds to the home’s visual appeal. The systems are built in multiple layers, with the insulation board offering a plethora of options with each being suitable to varying projects and their needs. Installing an external wall insulation comes with a variety of benefits, let’s have a look!

• Thermal Performance Improvement

With EWI, the thermal inertia of the walls are greatly enhanced while also restricting the loss of heat. Ultimately, this lowers heating costs, enhances the comfort of indoor thermal and also reduces CO2 pollution.

• Eliminates Noise Pollution

When the noise levels are high, it can have a bad impact on our overall well being. A great way to reduce the disturbances from the outside like traffic noise is by fitting an External Wall Installation system.

• More Comfortable Living Space

Do you know the damp in homes can contribute to respiratory problems? A properly insulated home will greatly limit the impact of condensation by combating the damp issues. As a result, you can always expect your house to be cosy and comfy irrespective of the season. A cooler summer and warmer spring is guaranteed with EWI.

• Enhances The Property’s Visual Appeal

Looking for an excuse to rejuvenate your home’s aesthetic appeal? Well, you can as well try out adding an EWI system. There are a plethora of unique colours and styles you can pick from to beautify your home effortlessly.

• Adds Value To Property

An insulated home will generally cost more than an uninsulated one at the time of resale. Potential home buyers are more interested in the acquisition of a home with an EWI system due to its various benefits - and a higher demand can only imply a higher price!

Do bricklayers need a license?

Laying of bricks is a skilful trade which requires the bricklayer to fully understand the process involved in the required building material preparation necessary to construct a foundation as well as to mix the concrete or mortar. As a tradesperson, you also need to fully comprehend how to make use of various materials and master the art of shaping, polishing and cutting it. A typical bricklaying endeavour is expected to include different activities such as preparation of the surface, assembly, installation, reinforcement as well as repair.

As a result, every aspect of the job demands an in depth and extensive knowledge, skills and also experience. To get started in this career path, you can also consider getting a bricklaying license as this will stand you out from the lots from your customer’s point of view. However, to obtain a bricklaying license, you’ll need to have some qualifications which includes an industry experience in the field as well as a trade certificate. These formal and nationally recognized qualifications can be gotten through the Recognition of Prior Learning.

It must, however, be said that several states will require either a building practitioner registration or a bricklaying license to enable you practice as a professional bricklayer in order to ensure that the national standards for quality is always met. In other states, a bricklayer must meet some certain registration requirements or possess concrete licenses. Some will necessitate that you register as a building practitioner to take on certain projects but only to a particular level.

Overall, a bricklaying license will help you meet the building commission’s requirements so as to avoid stern punishments like fines and sanctions. It also allows you to sign legal contracts and agreements, market your services and lots more to steer ahead of competition in the industry.

How to find a builder for a house extension?

Builders are everywhere, but finding one for your project can be tricky and stressful, with both cost and reliability coming into question. This is even more worrisome when you’re fully aware that your house extension can only be as good as the builder. If you’re also facing the same challenge, then you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll share with you some tips on how to choose a professional and reliable builder who’ll ensure you get immense value for every penny spent. Let’s take a look!

✓ Ask for recommendations. To find a tradesperson, not just a builder, personal recommendations is the best way to go. Building a house extension is a major undertaking which comes with a lot of costs, so if you’re going to do it the least you can do is ensure you do it right. Carry out your research, ask friends and family, neighbours and loved ones if the know of any reliable builder in the local area. If they’ve have one they’ve used, you can request for the cost, quality of the job done, the duration of the project and any other detail you feel you should know.

✓ Search Online. Use our search feature to look at the builders available or submit and enquiry and we will find you one. Our site holds details of numerous builders and building companies which you can go through their ratings to select the best.

✓ Select a reliable builder from trading association. Most reliable builders are usually a member of a recognized trading association or the other. Though this is not obligatory for builders, but it can be used as a dependable medium to find a good builder. We list what trade association the builders are a member of.

How to fit external insulation?

With the title of this blog, do not be deceived into thinking the purpose is to encourage you to install an external insulation by yourself. Even as a competent DIYer, it’s not advisable to buy a couple of materials and start slapping it into the wall hoping for the best outcome. External insulation is by no means a DIY job and without the proper training and experience, it can easily turn out disastrous resulting in loss of time, effort and money in such a valuable project. This blog, however, will give you a great insight on how the installation process works and help maximize knowledge ensuring you do not spend more than necessary.

External Insulation Installation

lRender Test

• This is done to ensure the existing render is good enough for insulation support.

• If positive, the insulation can be applied directly onto it.

• If negative, ensure removal of the old render before fitting the insulation.

lPipework Adjustment & Removal

• Remove all pipework prior to insulation fitting

• Install temporary downpipes to ensure water is not wasted and everything continue to function normally during the insulation fitting process.

lWindow Protection

• Protect the window with a protective layer or film.

lStarter Track Fitting

• Determine level you want the insulation to start (height).

• Fit the aluminium start track or carrier tray at the identified level.

lInsulation Boards Fitting

• Apply a layer of adhesive to the board and glue them to the wall in a staggered pattern.

• Cut to fit round all obstructions and windows.

• File off the edge of the board where necessary using a rasp upon successful fitting of the boards

lMechanical Fixing Inclusion

• Hammer around 10 fixings per square metre into the board.

• This is to secure the insulation boards.

lBeading Fitting

• Add corner beads and stop beads to ensure the insulation is secure and to prevent it from making contact with other materials.

lReinforcing Mesh & Render Addition

• Apply two layers of strengthening properties and between the two layers of render, include a fibre glass mesh.

lPrimer Application

• Paint on the primer

lFinal Render Application

• Choose your most preferred texture and colour as this will be the last coating of the installation process.

lPipework Re-installation

• Re-install all detached pipework at the start of the installation process.

how much does a kitchen diner extension cost?

If you’re planning to construct a kitchen diner extension, to help you set a budget and start planning you must first have a cost estimate that’ll complete the entire project. If not, there’s a probability that you may have to spend more than would have been necessary or probably break the bank to have the project done. In truth, there’s no single and short answer to this question as the cost of a kitchen diner is largely dependent of several variables. In this article, we’re going to give a good insight into kitchen diner extension cost so as to help you make informed decisions moving forward. Let’s take a look!

On the average, a kitchen diner extension will cost within the range of £25,000 to about £45,000, however if you happen to reside in London, you can expect the cost to be a lot more than that - closer to £60,000. And due to the fact that there happens to be a plethora of options out there, any decision to make be it on the size, tradesman, flooring, finishes or type of the kitchen diner extension, will have a considerable impact on the overall cost of the project. For instance, a basic kitchen diner extension cost can be within the range of £12,000 to about £15,000., while a high end kitchen diner extension can reach a whooping price between £80,000 to about £100,000.

The total cost of your kitchen diner project will rely heavily of the size as well as the quality of the finishes. For example, a kitchen diner extension that’s small and basic is likely to cost about £1,300 to £1,500 per square metre. However, if you’re going for higher quality finishes, you can expect to pay within the range of £1,900 to about £3,000 per square metre.

How much does a builder cost?

With the prices of buying a house skyrocketing, many of us are tempted to building our own house. This is sometimes an excellent choice, but you will first need to understand the costs of building a house from scratch. As per a general estimate, the cost of self-build ranges between £300 per m2 to £3,000 per m2.

As you can see, this is quite a variation in price from lowest to highest. Location is a prime factor in determining the costs. Building a house in London and the South is more expensive compared to other regions. Aside from location, several other factors make up the price.

Self-manage with subcontractors

You hire professionals directly like builders and carpenters. You also buy all the materials yourself allowing you to get the best prices.

Hiring a main contractor with other subcontractors

You will first need a main contractor who will help to create the watertight structure for your house. For the rest of the work, try hiring out subcontractors. Make sure that you buy all the materials yourself to get the best price.

External cladding materials

If you are looking to install other external material other than brick, you will also need to factor in the cost for the same.

Here are some example prices:

• Render on blockwork costs around £25 per m²

• Timber cladding is around £25 per m²

• Hand¬made all-weather tiling costs around £54 per m²

• Rubble walling or flint is around £90 per m²

• Reconstituted stone costs about £48 per m²

• Natural stone is about £75 per m²

Make sure to include these costs when coming up with the estimate.

Roofing materials

Non-standard roofing materials tend to add more to the cost and therefore you will also need to account in for this factor.

Here are some examples:

Welsh slate – £60 per m²

Second-hand slates – £35 per m²

Handmade clay tiles – £65 per m²

Reed thatch – £80/m²

If you choose to add any unique material to your roofing, be sure that you remember to factor in its cost.

Builder help and advice

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6 tips for creating a sustainable garden Published: 15/03/2022 Regardless of how much space you have to work with, whether you have acres of land or just a small patio area or even a balcony, there are ways to create more sustainable space on your property. While there’s no official definition for what a sustainable garden looks like, the overall concept is to minimise […] Read this article
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