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Windsor - SL4
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Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Hassib M
Start Date: Immediate
homeowner house extension please contact to appoint
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Susie M
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Bellmouth renewed outside the gateway . Possible drainage put in as water gathers there .
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Joe T
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
single storey rear extension to replace existing traditional built extension. planning permission has been granted for a traditional new extension . demolition of existing extension and associated gro...
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Suren T
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Kerb driveway has too much slope. Need to repair that
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Donna J
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customer made an online enquiry for house extension and confirmed on sms and email they would like a call with a builder to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the p...
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Donna J
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customer made an online enquiry for house extension and confirmed on sms and email they would like a call with a builder to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the p...
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Richard C
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new garden wall required to replace garden fence. 23m long x 2.3m high. mini digger access. other side of wall can be plain, due adjacent to commercial building. are you the property owner: owner of ...
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Peter H
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Call anytime. New build or replacement: Replacement Quote requested on a porch, in PVCu, to be supplied and fitted.
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Murray H
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job 1. take down and remove existing wall. replace with. 9" brick wall 12 ft long 4 ft height 1 pier on end .topped with brick on edge. heather's. approx 900 bricks. lay on existing good footing. job...
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Fernando D
Start Date: Less than one month
mr requested quotes for building maintenance from a builder around windsor. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information belo...
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Alex P
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attached shed/garage conversion into full utility room space. roughly 11sqm. basic lavatory space needs refurb, flooring throughout (step-down concrete base currently), new roof (currently an asbestos...
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Antonio D
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are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached other forms: garden maintenance, building maintenance agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call to...
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Alix S
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front porch (open) to be built over the front door. are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have planning permission: no what material are you looking for: wood what material would yo...
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Eddie L
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hi, we are looking for an outside porch roof, with a low level wall, 2 pillars, an extended step and new contemporary front door fitted. would you be able to come round and give me a quote please? ema...
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Theo D
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double garage conversion, two rooms, two windows, small kitchen, shower and toilet Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you have a: Double Garage What will the space be used for: Livin...
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Paul A
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Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Is this for a Residential or Commerial Building: Domestic Other Forms: Building Maintenance Agreed to receive quotes for selected products: Yes Please...
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Deirdre R
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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? replacement What material do you require, UPVC? Brick and UPVC What colour do you want it to be...
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Sebastiano F
Start Date: Immediate
Are you the home owner of that property? homeowner Are you replacing an existing porch or is this a new build? New build What material do you require, UPVC? UPVC What colour do you want it to be? Whit...
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: Paula F
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Conservatory roof insulation Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached How many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 Bedrooms Property Age: 1970-2000 Please call to appoint
Windsor - SL4
Enquiry from: David J
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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.
View our Builder cost guide View our Builder adviceBeing 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.
It’s often said that a garage conversion can take anywhere between 1 week to 1 month, depending on the size and scope. But many standard conversions without any plumbing can take as little as 5 days. Your contractor will be able to tell you exactly how long your garage conversion will take.
Some individuals who have been in the construction department for many years may not be qualified, that is, they may not have undergone an apprenticeship and/or trade certificate courses, but they might still be very skilled at their work. However, anybody can pick up a sledgehammer and demand themselves a builder lacking any skills or training. The wise thing would be to ask the builder coming to your house about what qualifications they have and what training they have undergone.
Licensing of building practitioners
You can now check if your builder or tradesperson is a licensed building practitioner by using an electronic public register which has a record of every registered builder. Being licensed provides you with an assurance that the builder who is about to do your work has proven his shill to the government and earned his right to be a practitioner. If you wish for certain important building and design work on your home it is imperative that you hire a licensed practitioner, the act is very common when you compare the scenario with when you have to call a plumber or an electrician regarding any work.
In order to become a builder in the UK, you must complete an apprenticeship or an NVQ. NVQ is another popular route to becoming a builder. You can also get your NVQ even when you are working as an apprentice. You can also make it based on any recognised overseas qualification.
All associates maintain a Code of Practice and Conduct which sets the standards for all stages of the building procedure. The Code requires builders to:
• Submit quotes on projects for which they have time.
• Securing the contract with a sufficient insurance cover.
• Maintain honesty and integrity at all times.
• Obey the law and industry standards of conduct.
All members of the construction association must also follow a code of conduct. As a consumer, if you think your builder has breached the Code of Conduct or the Code of Ethics, you can file a written against him or her.
Planning permission is not normally needed for a loft conversion as they are covered by permitted development rights. A conversion company will tell you if you do and help you with this. For more information, see our article about planning permission.
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.
The holy grail of home extensions is basically the need for additional space for living as well as leisure. However, before commencing your home extension project, you’d probably want to know just how big your new building can be. In this article, you’ll find the answer to this question which is also frequently asked by many other home or property owners in the UK.
Besides your budget, there are two other major influencing factors that can determine just how much extra room that can be added. These factors include whether you wish to carry out the extension project under Permitted Development rights which is usually for a smaller project or you’d prefer to opt for a larger project which is covered by Planning Permission.
Apart from the limitations in the size of an extension under Permitted Development, the extensions are also a lot more affordable and consumes less time when compared to the extensions under planning permission. So what exactly is the size limit for an extension under Permitted Development and the ones under Planning Permission?
For a single storey extension, the maximum size that can be constructed without having to submit an application for Planning Permission includes:
• An extension should have a maximum length of 6m, if you reside in a terraced home or a semi-detached property.
• Extensions for detached properties can have a maximum length of 8m.
• The extension built must not go beyond half your garden’s area.
• The extension should have a maximum height of 4 metres, but in the event whereby the extension is situated within 2 metres of the boundary of your property, it should not exceed a height of 3 metres.
• The extension should not be higher than the highest part of the existing house’s roof.
Pebble dash is an effective way to tune up your house or property as it can go a long way to enhance its curb appeal while also add to its resale value if you should decide to sell later on. Although, it’s highly recommended to leave this task for a reputable specialist, it’s also something that can be done as a DIY task. It must be states that this is a pretty difficult job and even more so if you haven’t attempted it before. In this post we’re going to take you through the processes involved in pebble dashing a wall. Let’s take a look!
It’s a fact that a garage conversion can go a long way to add a resale value to a home or property. Therefore, in the event whereby your home already has parking facilities in place you can put into consideration converting your garage into a habitable space which will add to the sales price of the house by adding an extra room or increasing the floor space. So exactly how much does a garage conversion add to your home’s resale value?
Garage conversions can be seen as a cost effective means of adding more space to your house. However, not only does it add space, but can also add up to 20 percent to the value of your home. It’s also a way of adding an extra living space to your home that’s not under strict planning complication unlike the alternatives. Generally, if your garage happens to be connected to your house, the cost of converting it to another room should between £10,000 to £20,000. As a home owner, converting your garage into an extra room can help increase the value of your home by up to £45,000. And if you’re to comply with the set rules under permitted development rights, you may not even require to submit a planning application.
In the event whereby your garage is detached from your house or perhaps you live in a flat ( or maisonette) or a listed building , you’ll need to apply to the local authority before commencing your project. It’s always wise to check if there aren’t any planning conditions attached to your home or property.
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