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27 Aug

New Build | Residential

Appin - PA38

Enquiry from: Alison S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

We have building warrant approval and are looking for a builder to be the main contractor to build new house. Time scale: 1-3 months Please call to appoint

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27 Sep

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Alistair K

Start Date: Immediate

to insulate roof space and line/seal loft with gyproc or similar to stop draughts

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11 Jan

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Dorothy H

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 property age: 1930-70 are you in a conservation area: no are you looking for loft insulati...

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11 Jan

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Dorothy H

Start Date: Immediate

quote for different types of cavity wall insulation are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 property age: 1930-70 are you in a con...

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02 Oct

Building work | Sound Proofing

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: ROS D

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

we have just purchased seaview. wish to discuss oil central heating and lpg. we currently live in wirral so only at seaview for short spells. we are travelling next weekend and would like to meet w...

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06 Sep

Building work | General

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Mike S

Start Date: Immediate

I am looking for trusses to be priced and installed.

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09 Apr

House Extensions

Taynuilt - PA35

Enquiry from: Emma B

Start Date: Immediate

Single story 2 room extension in L shape, finished in white and roofed in black slate effect. 4m × 3m x 3.5m x 3.5m. Would possibly like a shower room included.

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08 Apr

House Extensions

Taynuilt - PA35

Enquiry from: Laurie B

Start Date: Immediate

2 rooms at the side of the house, modular style including a small shower room approx 3.3 x 3.8 metres. Enlarge new extension at rear of property by 12 square metres.

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19 Oct

House Extensions

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Rory G

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To build an extension to village church to incorporate a reception room, access WC and storage cupboard. Simple timber frame construction with outer single block wall and pitched roof with Spanish sla...

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20 Apr

House Extensions | Single Storey

Taynuilt - PA35

Enquiry from: Rowan L

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Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Looking For: Si...

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20 Apr

House Extensions

Taynuilt - PA35

Enquiry from: Rowan L

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Create hallway access to both existing bedrooms as they currently lead into each other and create one extra bedroom off the back of the existing end bedroom. Single storey stone cottage. Are you the ...

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25 Nov

Conversion | Loft

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Adrian G

Start Date: Immediate

Quote for loft conversion

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25 Mar

House Extensions

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Linda M

Start Date: Immediate

Extension to house

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21 Feb

House Extensions

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Anne R

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House Extension

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23 Nov

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: STUART M

Start Date: Immediate

CAVITY WALL INSULATION

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22 Sep

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Ballachulish - PH49

Enquiry from: Louise M

Start Date: Immediate

Bungalow built in1975ish, no loft insulation and minimal carpet (no underlay). LPG gas heated. bungalow is rented but landlord is in favour of insulation - Approx Date: 23/09/2015 - Type of Property: ...

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14 Sep

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: M

Start Date: Immediate

CAVITY WALL INSULATION LOFT INSULATION

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26 Aug

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: S

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CAVITY WALL INSULATION

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13 Aug

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Oban - PA37

Enquiry from: Jane I

Start Date: Immediate

Loft insulation for four bedroom stone built house to reduce heat loss - Approx Date: 30/09/2015 - Type of Property: House - Purpose of Request: Get an Idea

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09 Jan

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Mark L

Start Date: Immediate

Homeowner Loft insulation Supplied and installed Please contact to appoint

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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 Appin is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

how thick should loft insulation be?

Over the years there has been an increase in the recommended thickness of loft insulation by the government. Obviously, the reason behind this is pretty simply - the thicker the layer of your loft insulation the bigger your savings. The UK government is very keen to every house in the country to have loft insulation fitted where possible as it helps to minimize the heating demands of these properties. Households get to benefit from loft insulation in so many ways which includes reduced energy energy bills as well as having a home that stays at a more comfortable temperature for longer.

 

Generally, for the government energy efficiency is crucial as it implies that the highest demand ( which is usually the time of the day when gas or electricity use is at its peak ) reduces, since each building requires slightly less energy. Overall, that ultimately implies that new power plants don’t have to be built which is some nice cost savings for the government.

 

In the 1980’s, any thickness of loft insulation from 25 mm to 50 mm was considered the standard. But then, building regulations stated that homes should have as much as 100 mm of loft insulation. Over time, this gradually increased to 270mm for new builds and also recommended for other properties, although not essential. As a result of this, there’s always a need to check how much insulation you currently have in your loft before you decide to purchase more. You may discover that you already have something within the range of 20 mm to 200 mm up there and knowing this and the insulation values will assist in determining how much more you’ll need to purchase, if any at all. You should also note that some modern materials can offer the same thermal insulation whilst not being as thick.

how to build a fitted wardrobe in an alcove?

Fitted wardrobes are the best choice of wardrobe for most households and they’re a popular option for several homeowners for a good reason. Not only are they able to efficiently maximize your space and fit into any space no matter how awkward, but they can also be customized to fit your personal needs to feature custom lighting and many more. So if you’re planning to have one fitted but on a tight budget, you’d probably be wondering how you can install a fitted wardrobe in an alcove by yourself. This is a relatively easy task if you’re attentive to the details, however, if you’re not confident enough to pull this off, we’d advise that you get in touch with a professional who can guarantee the best results for help.

To construct a fitted wardrobe in an alcove, simply follow these steps:

✓ Take a measurement of the available space including the length, breadth and width.

✓ Sketch out what you want the wardrobe to look like while also staying within the measurements. Here, you’ll have to be particular about everything like the drawers, shelves etc.

✓ Build the frames upon which every other construction would be made.

✓ Attach the frames to the wall and floor. Make use of a hammer drill with a masonry bit to drill the holes if its a concrete floor.

✓ At this stage, you’ll have to start building your shelves in accordance to the number you’ll need.

✓ Based on the design in step 2 above, you’ll have to add the door at this stage. This is however optional as some homeowners prefer door-less wardrobes.

✓ The final step is to paint the the finished wardrobe to your taste with your choice of colour.

Is external wall insulation safe?

With the numerous benefits that comes with the installation of an external wall insulation in a building, it’s also important to find out whether it’s also safe before proceeding to fit one in your home. Firstly, to ensure that external wall insulation systems are safe, they must be BBA approved, which means they’ve been subjected to a thorough testing by the British Board of Agrement and therefore, suitable for use in UK homes.

Given the fact that cladding materials have recently generated a lot of debate and negative press about how reliable some particular materials are, questions are being asked of the safety and reliability of external wall insulation. However we must clarify that, although external wall insulation can be classified under cladding, it is very different to rainscreen cladding - which caused the Grenfell fire tragedy.

External wall insulation is completely safe. However, when it comes to fire, the safety of your system depends largely on the insulation type in question. The safest type of insulation you can have installed is the Rockwool insulation boards which are rated as Euroclass A1 non-combustible. The board is specially designed in such a way that it contains fire - preventing it from reaching the other areas of the building. They also do not produce harmful emission or smoke when impacted by fire.

Meanwhile, the Wood Fibre, is also a great insulation which is known to char and not burn. Contrary to many beliefs, it actually burns slowly creating this charring effect which produces an oxygen barrier that helps reduce the spread of fire.

To make your system safer, you can also make use of Fibreglass Mesh for reinforcement. It helps to improve the strength of the tensile which promotes the security of the boards attached to the wall.

how much is a loft conversion?

With the ability to add approximately one third of your existing living space ( by converting your old, unused attic) to your home or property without having to let go of your garden, it’s quite easy to see the reason why loft conversion has rapidly grown to become one of the most popular home improvements in the UK. However some homeowners usually shy away from the idea simply by looking at the perceived high cost of carrying out such a project, despite several researches showing that loft conversions offers the best rate of return on initial investment when compared to the other home improvement projects. So exactly how much would it cost to carry out this project?

Just like several other home improvement projects, the cost of a loft conversion varies greatly depending on a wide range of influencing factors. These factors include the size of your home, how old your home is as well as the quality of the fixtures and fittings you want to install. For instance, a high end bathtub alone can cost you thousands of pounds, meanwhile you can also construct a full bathroom suite on just a couple of hundred pounds. However, to give you an idea of the minimum cost of a loft project we’ll look at the most popular types and the minimum cost of each.

✓ Internal Loft Conversion - The most affordable type of loft conversion tends to start from £25,000 and above.

✓ Dormer or L-Shaped Dormer Loft Conversion. These are the most popular types of loft conversion. Dormer price tends to start from £35,000, while the L-shaped dormer starts from £45,000.

✓ Mansard Loft Conversion - This involves replacing the entire side of a sloping roof with a vertical wall and flat roof. It requires a planning permission. The type of loft conversion usually starts from £45,000.

✓ Hip To Gable Loft Conversion - This usually starts from £50,000.

how much does it cost to have loft boarded?

How Much Does It Cost To Have A Loft Boarded?

More often than not, several homeowners fail to realize there’s so much value sitting right under their roof - the loft. When a loft is boarded, there are so many juicy benefits that can be derived. It can be used as a storage room, spare bathroom, home office and several more functions. Therefore, if you really wish to maximize the space under your home’s roof, you’d have to considering boarding it. So how much would it cost to have your loft boarded? Here, you’ll discover the cost of boarding your lofts so you that you can set a budget and start to plan.

The cost of boarding a loft is actually affordable for several individuals, simply because you’re allowed to floor as much or as little as you require. And while you’re up there flooring and fitting the loft boards, you can as well decide to upgrade the insulation of the loft too. This way, you be able to prevent heat from escaping through the roof of the house which helps improve energy efficiency and ultimately, save you some money on heating bills.

If you’d prefer to make it a DIY project, the cost of 18mm chipboard is about £8 to £10 per sheet sized 2400m x 600m. Meanwhile the insulation boards should range between £18 to £22 for a sheet.

For a professional service, you’ll be provided with a quote for both the materials and labour. The amount will be based on the number of boarding required as well as the method selected. For an average storage space needs, flooring size of about 15m2 is suitable. The price for this quantity would be between the range of £50 to £700 for the counter barren method or above £1000 for a more sophisticated method.

Are barn conversions a good investment?

A barn conversion can be a great investment for lots of reasons. When done well, barn conversions can be great at holding their value, meaning you could sell yours for a great price. They can also look fantastic, often with period features coupled with large areas of glazing. This can make them a great place to live, especially if you enjoy being in the countryside.

However, barn conversions do have their disadvantages. They may require extensive renovation work to bring their energy efficiency levels up to standard, which can be very expensive. It’s also important to be aware of their location – they might be on a working farm or close to several other converted buildings.

It’s essential to get a survey conducted before you buy a barn you plan to convert. This can tell you about any structural problems it might have and give you an indication of whether you might be able to get permission to convert it. You can also buy barns with planning permission already in place.

how thick should render be on external wall?

Render serves two basic functions. One is it’s protective qualities as render acts as waterproof for the wall which enables them breathe by allowing water vapour move from the inside to the outside of the structure while also working to prevent water or rain from finding its way inside the structure. While the second function is the decorative qualities as render is able to provide the structure with a fine finish and colour to make the building a lot more appealing and correcting faults in line and level in the masonry.

If you wish to apply render on your external wall, you’d probably be wondering just how thick the render should be to perfectly serve both of functions. In this article, we’re going to take a look at just that!

For a render thickness, the British Standard Wind Driven Rain Index has come up with 4 ratings which include Sheltered, Moderate, Severe as well as Very Severe. An area with Very Severe rating include South West England. This rating implies that the thickness of the render in this area should be increased to at least 20mm for a direct one coat render applications as well as 5 to 6 external wall insulation base coat applications. And if you happen to reside within one mile of the coast, it’s strongly recommended you incorporate an extra repellent protection like Paraguard AG from Parex.

In general, render that’s prepared on site with cement and sand should be have a minimum of 20mm to 25mm thickness. Although, it should be noted that the quality of the render is based on quality of the sand incorporated, the design mix as well as being largely dependent on how good the mixing technique from the applicator is. The most common reasons why traditional renders fails is due to both poor mixing ratios and low quality materials used.

Can I extend my barn conversion?

Generally, it’s possible to extend a barn conversion, but there are certain conditions that you’ll probably need to meet. Ultimately, it’s up to your local planning office to decide whether to approve your planned barn conversion extension or not.

Typically, small extensions on the side of a barn conversion are often approved, particularly if they serve to preserve the original character of the barn. This could be because the extension will mimic the appearance of the original structure, or house facilities that would look odd in the original building.

However, you probably won’t be allowed to build a larger extension, or one that isn’t in keeping with the appearance of the original barn.

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