Building work | Sound Proofing
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Sarah C
Start Date: Immediate
My 2 x 1 bedr*** floor apartments just failed their airborne sound testing. 39db instead of 43db going through floors. I need someone to help please
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Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Sarah C
Start Date: Immediate
My 2 x 1 bedr*** floor apartments just failed their airborne sound testing. 39db instead of 43db going through floors. I need someone to help please
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Nathan A
Start Date: Immediate
I would like a quote for a front porch.
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Chloe N
Start Date: Immediate
double dormer loft conversion (in keeping with similar local houses) in double fronted w truss new build semi-detached house to create space for a master suite to include en-suite bathroom/shower room...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Nicholas L
Start Date: Immediate
Call anytime. New build or replacement: New build Quote requested on a porch, in PVCu, to be supplied and fitted.
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Euan C
Start Date: Less than one month
interested in converting the cuurent basement into a bedroom/.habitable space, app*** by 13 feet, brick walls and floor. old wooden window with sunken barred off light well. needs: floor leveling, wiu...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Eleonora R
Start Date: Immediate
estimate for loft conversion of a 3 bed semi detached house to make a double bed and en suite. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what are you looking to co...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Sonia C
Start Date: Immediate
customer made enquiry for air source heat pumps quotes online. mrs lives in biggleswade area. please call to arrange appointment are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi ...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Diane H
Start Date: Immediate
are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached other forms: building maintenance agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call to appoint
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Wayne K
Start Date: Immediate
convert and damp proof an existing basement approx 5m by 5m. then extend the basement area by another 10m x 5m. time scale: immediate time scale: less than one month please call to appoint
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Suzann W
Start Date: Immediate
Estimate for a front door canopy with side window.
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Dawn G
Start Date: Immediate
Rear half of garage conversion into home office.
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Samantha K
Start Date: Less than one month
Property owner House extension Please call to appoint
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Samantha K
Start Date: Less than one month
Property owner House extension Please call to appoint
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Terri A
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
4m x 8m wxntiom off back, single story 1 side, double story over 1 half (3m x4m ) to extend master bedroom and add W suite. Downstairs knock kitchen through to extension to make open plan l shape, ...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Sadia S
Start Date: Immediate
Home Owner Call to Appoint
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Marguerite M
Start Date: Immediate
Extend bedroom and bathroom on back of bungalow out. 14 foot across extend this area 6 feet out Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Tom B
Start Date: Immediate
Afternoon iv found your company online I’m pricing a job at the minute in Welwyn Garden City the customer has asked for the cavity to have spray insulation in. Is this something you can quote for o...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Carol B
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Are you the property owner: Owner Have you considered getting your windows replaced to match a new conservatory: Yes How many windows are you looking for: 5+ Other Forms: 45, 35 Agreed to recieve quo...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: David W
Start Date: Less than one month
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: Semi detached Looking Fo...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: David W
Start Date: Less than one month
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: Semi detached Looking Fo...
How much do Builders cost? Prices for Builders in 2025 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.
View our Builder cost guide View our Builder adviceOver the years, garden rooms have gradually become a popular choice amongst homeowners as a cost effective way of expanding living space within a home or property. A garden room is basically a living space and a type of pavilion building made from wood that’s well insulated, double glazed as well as electrically wired. It’s however a building which is subsidiary to the main one, built with the purpose of creating an extra functional space within the property. These garden outbuildings are very functional and can be used as a garden studio, office, salon and much more. They can also be incorporated for recreational purposes for evening relaxations, family and friends get-together, lounge or even spa. Other possible uses of a garden room include gyms, pool houses, playrooms, dens, home cinemas and game rooms.
Garden rooms are functional living spaces that are usable throughout the year. And with the rate at which their popularity is growing, you’ll find some companies offering cheap and low quality alternatives featuring shed like construction and felt roof. Garden rooms, on the other hand, are a valuable investment with superior designs and top notch build. They’re constructed in a very similar way to houses with timber frames. Furthermore, they are fully insulated and can also include the normal building solutions such as heating and running water, electricity and many more depending on the requirements of the home or property owner. With the durability of garden rooms being a major objective, they’re typically clad in natural solid timber like Cedar, Larch or Acacia. Materials such as EPDM rubber or cedar shingles are normally used for the roof covering. What’s more? They usually have large expanses of glazing and glazed doors fitted.
There is a variety of methods available to ensure that your paving drains properly, for example draining into a lawn or soakaway. Correct drainage of paving is a requirement for planning permission. See our guide on planning permission for paving for more information.
In general, you won’t need planning permission to install soundproofing. If you are installing soundproofing against a shared wall, you will usually need to follow the rules and restrictions set out in the Party Wall Act. In listed buildings and conservation areas, there may be extra restrictions on soundproofing.
As with every home development project, a home makeover comes with heaps of preparation and, hard work, but it is a remarkable way to breathe new life into an old home.
RESEARCH PERIOD FEATURES AND SAFEGUARD THEM
Get to know your household better, the time it was constructed in, and the kind of individuals who would have lived there. The greatest tactic is to repair current structures, make the house dry and safe.
CHECK FOR RENOVATION RESTRICTIONS BEFORE YOU START
There are certain restrictions that don’t allow you to remodel your house after a certain extent, it should be made clear to you when you purchase the property but if you are unsure about the regulations you should check them up, as it is a criminal offence to carry out unauthorised work to a listed home. Restrictions in Conservation Areas generally affect only the exterior of the property as the intention is to ‘preserve or enhance the character or appearance’ of an area, but the right to develop your house will be affected. This means the kind of work that you could have easily completed in a different location may need certain planning and even permissions to complete in your area.
CREATE A DESIGN FOR YOUR HOUSE RENOVATION
It is very important that you take your time to perfect the design. This will help to ensure that the finished work is in tune with your needs. You will also need to figure it out how the changes might play with the original building.
FIND THE BEST CONTRACTORS FOR YOUR RENOVATION
If you are planning on managing the renovation project yourself, it is advisable to ask from friends or family who have renovated their house before and have undergone a similar experience. They can help you find the right architect and builder. Or else, you can always opt for a project manager.
If you’ve converted a non-residential barn into a home, you might be able to reclaim some of the VAT that you’ve paid for your project. This includes money spent on:
• Construction materials
• Flooring
• Light fittings
• Kitchen units and worktops
• Electrical, heating and plumbing materials
To reclaim your VAT from HMRC, make sure you request and keep all of your invoices. You’ll also need proof of planning permission and evidence of completion. You should then submit your claim with all relevant paperwork within three months of receiving your completion certificate. You’re only allowed to submit one claim, so you’ll need to make sure you get it right first time.
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.
The simple answer to this question is... they can be! Although there are many types of porch designs that are available in the market, the uPVC porch happens to be one of the most loved and cost effective. Most home and property owners prefer the installation of a uPVC porch for a number of reasons. These includes:
• Value for money
It’s no coincidence the uPVC is widely accepted across the building industry with a plethora of uses. Not only is it relatively inexpensive to manufacture, but even the recycled uPVC is now becoming more and more useful. UPVC’s main rivals are wood and aluminium, and both are way more expensive to incorporate for frame profiles. Therefore, making use of uPVC is going to make your initial costs relatively low.
• Life Span
Although the main rivals in both hardwood and aluminium can also boast a lengthy lifespan just as uPVC. However, considering the price that you can get a uPVC, the lifespan is just incredible as it can be measured in decades.
• Aesthetic Appeal
UPVC gives you a wide range of foil colours that’ll fit your home perfectly well while also enhancing it’s visual appeal. You can actually get a porch that looks exactly like it’s manufactured from timber frames. To achieve this, all you need to do would be to make use of a wood grain surface finish. This is also long lasting, strong and resistant to fade.
• Little Maintenance
This is a very common feature of uPVC that makes it even more advantageous when used in making a porch. Unlike timber or wood which swells due to absorption of water or shrinks, you’ll never need to worry about all these distortions and more with uPVC. No painting, no sanding and ultimately, low maintenance required.
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.
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