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James Building & Roofing Cambs

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James building & roofing Cambs Offer the complete professional construction services . We specialise in extensions, loft...
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20 Oct

Building Work | Porch

Peterborough - PE3

Enquiry from: Cerin M

Start Date: Immediate

Want a front porch, with bricks and upvc. Monthly debit is the preferred option of payment.

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09 Aug

House Extensions

Peterborough - PE8

Enquiry from: Sharris L

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Loft storage with ladder Spot lights or 2 lights Tv on the wall Heating Extra plug sockets Move light switch French doors/window Built in cupboard for storage & tumble dryer Door into front ...

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08 Dec

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Peterborough - PE1

Enquiry from: Paulius S

Start Date: Immediate

All house has cavity wall. But 1999 persimon build house with cavity walls but no insulation inside. Will be changing windows soon, maybe will be easier to do instalation? NIA, CIGA OR BBA essential. ...

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09 Nov

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Peterborough - PE7

Enquiry from: Gary M

Start Date: Immediate

Cavity wall insulation for a 4 bed detached house built in the 1980's

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05 Oct

Insulation | HHCRO Free

Peterborough - PE3

Enquiry from: Naina P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

loft insulation in attic in 3 bed room house time scale: 1-3 months please call to appoint

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08 Aug

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Peterborough - PE1

Enquiry from: Shahid Y

Start Date: Immediate

Wall insulation on external walls and inside too if possible. We would be interested if a grant is available.

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27 Jul

Conversion | Loft

Peterborough - PE2

Enquiry from: Mohammed A

Start Date: Immediate

roof lift loft conversion

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26 Jun

Driveway Repair

Peterborough - PE6

Enquiry from: Michael S

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Repair / replace wooden sash windows which have rot in the base of the frame and bottom edge of the lower sash.. Several windows need attention.

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15 Jun

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Peterborough - PE3

Enquiry from: Josephine S

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cavity wall insulation for my bungalow are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 property age: 1970-2000 are you in a conservation a...

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21 May

House Extensions | Single Storey

Peterborough - PE7

Enquiry from: Chanchal B

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Looking for new garage, including design and

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14 Apr

Building work | Sound Proofing

Peterborough - PE7

Enquiry from: Kat E

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

soundproofing solution for terrace house, noise from neighbours are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many rooms are you looking to have sounds proofed: 1 room w...

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28 Nov

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Peterborough - PE2

Enquiry from: Jawad M

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wardrobe in main bedroom 3.2m width are you the property owner: owner of the property are you looking to decorate the whole room: no how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 bedrooms please call to appoint

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24 Nov

Building work | Wall Rendering

Peterborough - PE8

Enquiry from: Tom C

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could some please provide a quote for external insulation and rendering of the end wall of our property? my slightly rough measurements make the area 41 sq metres many thanks tom are you the property...

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14 Nov

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Peterborough - PE6

Enquiry from: Bernadette O

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spray cavity wall insulation are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 property age: 1900-30 are you in a conservation area: no property type: detached plea...

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06 Nov

House Extensions | Single Storey

Peterborough - PE8

Enquiry from: Patricia J

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in peterborough area has requested that we arrange quotes for their single storey house extension project.they are considering various options and would like to discuss with a builder directl...

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06 Nov

House Extensions

Peterborough - PE8

Enquiry from: Patricia J

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

rear lounge extension. … 4m (width 13 ft) 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 pro...

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16 Oct

House Extensions

Peterborough - PE2

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customer in peterborough area has requested that we arrange quotes for their house extension project.miss are considering various options and would like to discuss with a builder directly.please call ...

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13 Oct

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Peterborough - PE2

Enquiry from: Shaida M

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to fit a wardrobe from ikea are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 bedrooms are you looking to decorate the whole room: no please call to appoint

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20 Sep

Building work | General

Peterborough - PE1

Enquiry from: Nasim H

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Hi I’m looking for attic roof trusses for my bungalow could you give me a price please

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15 Sep

Building work | General

Peterborough - PE1

Enquiry from: Naseem H

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I’m looking for attic roof trusses.

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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 Peterborough is:

£23,840

Builder job Builder cost in 2024
Garage conversion in Peterborough £9,750-£18,450
Loft conversion in Peterborough £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Peterborough £33,500-£54,000
Loft insulation in Peterborough £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Peterborough £2,625-£4,025
Barn conversions in Peterborough £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Peterborough £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Peterborough £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Peterborough £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Peterborough £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Peterborough £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Peterborough £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Peterborough £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Peterborough £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Peterborough £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Peterborough £638-£978
Residential new builds in Peterborough £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Peterborough £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Peterborough £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Peterborough £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Peterborough £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Peterborough £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Peterborough £2,440-£3,660
Roof room in Peterborough £15,000-£23,000
Shop refurbishment in Peterborough £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Peterborough £21,600-£37,400
Soundproofing in Peterborough £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Peterborough £1,520-£2,280
Garden room in Peterborough £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Peterborough £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

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 long does a small extension take?

If you’re planning to build a small extension on your property, you’ll most likely want to know the length of time it’ll take to complete the home extension. Just like many other home improvement projects, it’s impossible to provide a specific number of day in which your project will be completed as the duration is based on a number of influencing factors. This includes the size of the development work as well as whether or not you plan to live in the house when the work is being done. In this article, we’re going to give you a breakdown of the processes that’s involved in building a small single storey extension alongside the duration for each so you can have an idea of how long your small extension project will take. Let’s take a look!

✓ A small single storey extension will normally take about 3 months to be completed.

✓ Site preparation is the first step in the process and it’ll take up to 2 weeks the dig out the footings and prepare foundations. Followed by a further 2 weeks to fit the damp course as well as any drains required around the extension.

✓ The 5th week is spent on working on the external walls and putting in place blockwork to deliver cavity wall insulation.

✓ The next 2 weeks will be spent on installing the roof structure as well as internal walls.

✓ Once done. The builders will make the structure weather proof and electricians or gas fitters will be on site to add power to the extension. This will be followed by internal walls’ plastering as well as breaking into your main house.

✓ After this, when the plaster is dry and decoration completed, units or furniture will then be installed.

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!

can you repair resin driveways?

Being a strong and durable product requiring little maintenance and expected to last over 2 decades, it’s little wonder resin is now a popular material amongst homeowners in the UK to build their driveways. However, there’s always the issue of the driveway fading, cracking or even becoming worn and tired. So is it possible to repair resin driveways? The answer is yes, a resin driveway can be repaired, however the best approach to use largely depends on the issue being faced. As a confident DIYer it’ll be very easy to do, but if you lack the confidence then calling in a professional for help would be a better option. So let’s take a look at how you can repair your resin driveways.

For cracks, the best reparation approach would be to chisel it out. Once done, then you can proceed to breaking the stones to form a rough edge. It’s important to make sure that the matrix of the stone remains unaffected. Make a new mixture of resin bound stone and pack it in tightly to the gap. While doing this, we’ll recommend making use of a plastic trowel to avoid burnishing. This fresh mixture will then create a smooth and perfect surface by interlocking with the edges. You can follow similar procedure for patches but these are larger holes or damages than cracks and as the name suggests are mostly likely to remain noticeable but will prevent further crumbling of your resin driveway.

For homeowners, who aren’t so keen about the patch repairs, you can opt for an overlay especially in the event whereby the majority of the surface has failed. Although many usually shy away from this approach because of the perceived high expenses, but the fact is that the approach is actually cost effective as you won’t have the need to spend more money in the long run.

What qualifications should a builder have?

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.

how much is a double house extension?

A double house extension is basically a construction to any aspect of your house that elevates up to offer two floors of space. It can be structured to suit your existing home in two storeys or as a side wing on a taller property. If you’re considering building a double house extension, then estimating the cost is a very important task to do before commencing the project. In this article, we’ll give you an idea of the cost of a double house extension so you can estimate yours accordingly.

The double house extension cost depends on several factors that’s specific to your home as well as your design choice. These includes:

• Location of your property. Places like London and the southeast will generally cost more than the other regions due to higher demands.

• Accessibility of the site. The ease of your site’s accessibility also plays a key role in the price.

• Size of the extension. The more the extension’s size in footprint and square metres, the higher the possible costs.

• Materials used in making the roof as well as the complexity of the roof design.

• Your choice of finishing. These includes flooring window and door frames, glazing, underfloor heating and roof lights.

• Your property’s soil type. Different types of soil requires varying treatments as well as materials to develop solid foundations.

Constructing a double house extension is a quite simple build in terms of technicality when its to the side or rear of your house as this can also help you save some money. Generally, considerably expanding your home’s space by building a double house extension will cost within the range of £1,500 per m2 to about £2,800 per m2.

what is a porch?

A porch is a small and low structure (with a roof) located at the main entrance of a building or house. It’s typically without a window (although newer variations may come with one) and can either be screened-in or enclosed to prevent unwanted access from insects and extremes in weather. In addition, some homes may have a three-season porch or sun porch. This may be situated by the side of the house and covered by the roof overhang - they’re usually screened in to offer good access all year round.

Generally, porches serve a wide range of purposes. They include:

• Provision of an outdoor living space to relax during the summer months

• It’s an informal extension of the the living room.

• It serves as a great place for social gatherings especially in small towns.

• You can take off your dirty shoes and dry a dripping wet dog before entering into your living room.

• It can be incorporated for relaxation purposes and watching street activities.

• It can serve as a reception area for guests.

• It can also be used for outdoor storage.

Pros & Cons Of A Porch

Pros

• Due to the fact that they’re covered, porches may require little maintenance practices.

• It can go a long way to improves the curb appeal of your property.

• It protects against the extremes of the weather.

• It can be constructed using a wide range of materials.

Cons

• It does not improve the use of the property

• It can be quite expensive to install depending of the material required as well as size of the porch.

• It does not add to the value of the home unlike several other home improvement projects

• It may not be safe to be used by a child or pet.

where to start with a house extension?

Have you decided to improve your property instead of moving? The common problem most homeowners face after deciding to embark on a home extension project is not knowing where to start. In this article we’ll walk you through everything you need to consider and put in place before commencement of your home extension project.

• Is the extension worth it?

Before breaking the bank, you must be sure that the project will add good value to your home. In terms of “value, this is not only limited to the financial gain after disposal of the property, but also several other juicy benefits to be derived from extending your home like an extra living space for the household to spread out and more.

• Do you need a planning permission?

Check with your local authority to determine whether or not you’ll require to submit an application. You can also consult a building expert like an architect for advice.

• What are the building regulation?

Even though planning permission can be dodged, you can not avoid building regulations. These regulations are the set national minimum standards for construction and design which you must comply with to ensure the safety of the individuals in and around it.

• Who will design the extension?

You have to decided whether you’ll hire a professional architect to design the extension or not.

• Who will manage the building work?

If your home extension project is designed and built by a professional company, they’ll be responsible for the management. However, if you decide to use an architect or designed it yourself, you’ll have to hire a main contractor to manage the build.

• How to set the budget?

There are so many factors that can affect the cost of an extension, so it’s better to get the costs from your builder before proceeding.

• Do I need yo inform my home insurance firm?

Absolutely! This is very important as the new extension may affect the rebuilding cost of your property which could have an impact on the policy premium.

• Do I need to inform my neighbours?

It’s very important to discuss your plan with your neighbours before applying for a planning permission and communicate about the concerns they might have.

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