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07 Nov

Building work | General

Bristol - BS5

Enquiry from: Jane B

Start Date: Immediate

Hello, The floor joists under the bath are rotting away and I don't want the bath coming through the kitchen ceiling - they need replacing i think. The bath is set against a skirting board and I think...

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05 Nov

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Bristol - BS9

Enquiry from: Valerie H

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customer in bristol area has requested that we arrange quotes for their cavity wall insulation project.mrs are considering various options and would like to discuss with a builder directly.please call...

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20 Oct

House Extensions | Single Storey

Bristol - BS6

Enquiry from: Safina I

Start Date: Immediate

To complete a single story rear extension and to complete the shower room. 1.remove wall and insert boxed steels for open plan kitchen. 2.complete floors, ceiling and walls of new built. 3.complet...

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19 Oct

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Bristol - BS3

Enquiry from: Gareth R

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Loft insulation and part boarding

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14 Jul

Building work | General

Bristol - BS15

Enquiry from: Christina B

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We have an existing metal roof on an external building in our garden and we are having some work done to the building and the roof will need to be altered as well. Please can you get in touch to disc...

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12 Jul

Conversion | Loft

Bath - BA1

Enquiry from: DANIEL S

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loft conversion, stairs *** floor installed, window and square roof part on back side of house for more vertical loft space are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: terrace what ar...

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16 May

House Extensions | Single Storey

Bristol - BS4

Enquiry from: Mike K

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I'm looking to build a small extension to the back of the house, apx 2.5 x 5 mtr, just to have a little dining room with the point of entry via a door made by a widening kitchen window.

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14 Apr

Building work | Wall Rendering

Bristol - BS2

Enquiry from: Naheed K

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Rendering of end wall of end of terrace house. Water is penetrating , & causing damp and water damage internally.

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20 Mar

Building Work | Porch

Bristol - BS4

Enquiry from: Ben S

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Are you the home owner of that property? Yes Are you replacing an existing porch or is this a new build? Existing What material do you require, UPVC? UPVC What colour do you want it to be? - I assume ...

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23 Feb

Building work | Wall Rendering

Bristol - BS3

Enquiry from: James M

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Remove and then replace rendering on whole wall at the rear of the property

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17 Feb

Building work | Wall Rendering

Bristol - BS4

Enquiry from: Julie W

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remove old render and re- render part of a side wall of a terraced property are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 bedrooms how ma...

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13 Feb

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Winscombe - BS25

Enquiry from: Andrew R

Start Date: Immediate

cavity wall insulation re done

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28 Jan

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Bristol - BS30

Enquiry from: Ben R

Start Date: Immediate

Hi, Our Loft is already converted, we need it reinsulated. Thanks

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25 Jan

House Extensions

Bristol - BS15

Enquiry from: Amy B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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

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16 Jan

Building work | General

Bristol - BS16

Enquiry from: Helen P

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Think a bird got into chimney yesterday as ?mud fell on to cold gas fire that was recently serviced. Looking to have a cowl fitted.

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14 Jan

House Extensions

Clevedon - BS21

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customer has a extensions & conversions project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for house extension. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a builder.confir...

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08 Jan

Building work | General

Bristol - BS35

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Opportunity for tender in the Bristol and surrounding areas. Grab hire, aggregate supply, skip hire ect... If you could get in touch with me I want to sort out rates.

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02 Jan

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Bristol - BS8

Enquiry from: David M

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customer made an enquiry for cavity wall insulation and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a builder.mr lives in the bristol area and would like a call to discuss options.see b...

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15 Dec

Building work | General

Bristol - BS8

Enquiry from: Nina K

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customer in bristol areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for building maintenance.confirmed interest via sms and email at 15/12/2023 04:51.please call to ar...

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06 Dec

Driveway Repair

Bristol - BS37

Enquiry from: Andrew M

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Driveway tarmac and repair

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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 Avon is:

£23,623

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

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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 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.

What types of work does a builder do?

Any residential building work requires a general builder. The term Residential building work means any work which is involved in building a house or changing or adding to a home. It also comprises of mending, refurbishing, ornamenting or applying shielding treatment to home. A dwelling is defined as a building or a part where people live. This might include an apartment, house or a townhouse.

Here is a list of some of the works that require a building licence:

• construction of a garage, carport or a shed

• renovation for bathroom, kitchen or laundry

• structural landscaping and building swimming pools

• construction of conservatories and atriums

• house lifting for example, raising the height of an existing structure permanently

• removing and resitting dwellings

• steam rooms and saunas.

General building contracts might also involve work that needs a specialist. These works can be appropriately subcontracted. However, this work must be carried out by the container of a permitted contractor licence or competent administrator certificate in that specialist category.

There are a number of different categories of licences that are available depending on whether you want to oversee the work or have an agreement with another party. When you have a contractor licence, you will have the option of submitting a contact to bid on the work. You can only do the categories of work designated on your licence card. Contractor licences can be allotted to people and businesses and partnerships.

With a certificate of a qualified supervisor, you will be able to supervise the type of work specified in the certificate. Such certificates are only issued to individuals and do not allow you to contract for work.

The licence of an endorsed contractor is issued to those individuals who have applied for a contractor licence but also possess the necessary qualifications and experience to become a qualified supervisor.

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.

What is a barn conversion?

A barn conversion is where an agricultural building is altered to serve a different purpose. Lots of barns conversion projects involve converting an old barn into one or more homes. However, barns can also be converted into other types of commercial building, like offices.

how deep do footings need to be for a porch?

No matter how big or small a building is, it can only be as good as it’s foundation - and that’s a fact! It all starts from the footing and when it isn’t deep enough, unlike badly installed gutters or gapped hardwood flooring, can make the whole building collapse to the ground. Just like any code recommendations, the depth of the footings of your porch is a parameter that must be complied with and adjusted to suit your local code requirements.

As a rule of thumb, you should always dig below the frost line when excavating your footings. At this depth level, the moisture present in the soil will be frozen. Ultimately, this will help the ground to act as a barrier to insulate the soil below the footing from freezing during the cold months. As a result, in regions where the weather is almost always very cold the depth of your footings is expected to be at least 48 inches. But in areas featuring a warm climate, you may be allowed to install your footings on grade.

In addition, it’s compulsory that your footings must be installed at a minimum depth of 12 inches below unsettled soil. However, if you’re constructing the structure into a steep hill’s side or by the side of a retaining wall, it’s required that you maintain the least distance to grade both vertically and laterally. In the event whereby you need to achieve a good lateral barrier, you’ll need to have your foundation dug a lot deeper compared to if it’s on a flat surface. For a more accurate and updated information, you can consult your local building inspection department to get familiar with the requirements in your area.

how much loft insulation do I need?

Over the years, more and more home and property owners are beginning to realize the huge benefits that can be derived from loft insulation being a worthwhile investment. It’s quite worrisome the way in which energy bills have soared over the past 10 years and loft insulation is a considerable affordable energy efficiency measure that can go a long way to help increase your home’s energy savings.

 

As far back as the 1980’s, the standard when it comes to insulation thickness was 25 mm to 50 mm which was, at the time, considered to be sufficient. However, building regulations have changed the norm that now states that a new build needs to possess 270 mm of insulation in the loft in order to achieve the required u-value of less than 0.16/m2k based on the standard rock wool or sheep wool insulation.

 

Generally with loft insulation, there’s a law of depreciating returns which implies that the first couple of insulation centimetres will save you many times the cost of the installation, however an extra layer or centimetre is going to add less value to the point where it’ll no longer be wise or worthwhile to add any further centimetre. Therefore, with cheaper energy prices 30 years back, that additional couple of centimetres was not just worthwhile, but with the recent alarming rises in costs of fuel, that additional £10 savings per year has all of sudden changed to £30 which makes it become a lot more attractive.

 

If you already have 270 mm of loft insulation, regardless of the material you’re looking to add you’re most likely not going to benefit from a top up. The cost of the materials and installation will definitely be too high for the couple of pounds it’ll save you per year.

Which type of insulation is best?

The best type of insulation for your property will depend on the type of walls and any insulation that’s already present. It’s usually a good idea to have some form of wall insulation as well as loft insulation, as this helps to prevent heat loss in both areas.

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