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Recent Builder Enquiries

25 Sep

Building work | General

Fowey - PL23

Enquiry from: Jenni T

Start Date: Immediate

Good morning, Can we please have a quote for Piled Retaining Walls for a Basement on a new build. Estimated requirements are as follows: • Scope of works - Installation of an 8m length of ...

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10 Oct

Insulation | CERO Free

Fowey - PL23

Enquiry from: Sharon L

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

attic insulation, attic firewall, wall insulation, better heaters? time scale: 1-3 months please call to appoint

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09 Sep

Insulation | Cavity Wall

St. Austell - PL25

Enquiry from: Lionel H

Start Date: Immediate

large commercial building requiring wall insulation

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07 Jul

Building work | Wall Rendering

Bodmin - PL30

Enquiry from: Angie C

Start Date: Immediate

Current render seems to be letting in water/causing damp, not sure if needs repairing or replacing, also considering plastic render? In addition, brick walls are missing mortar in places so might nee...

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29 May

Building work | Wall Rendering

St. Austell - PL25

Enquiry from: Lisa B

Start Date: Immediate

We have a small extension approx 27 SQM requiring Monocouche rendering . Would you be able to quote please? Can send pictures if required .

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15 May

Building work | Wall Rendering

St. Austell - PL25

Enquiry from: Brett C

Start Date: Immediate

initial price estimate (appreciate a site survey will be required to firm this up) for application of Weber monocouche rendering to a new single storey extension. The dimensions of the extension ar...

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13 May

Building work | Wall Rendering

St. Austell - PL26

Enquiry from: Kate L

Start Date: Immediate

We have a house and the front of the house the render is cracked and needs repairing and repainting. I have attached a photo of the front of the house. Could you call discuss a quote? My number is ***...

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19 Apr

Building work | Wall Rendering

Par - PL24

Enquiry from: Nicole S

Start Date: Immediate

I need some external wall insulation for one section of a concrete block extension and possible insulated rendering of another 2 storey section of the extension.

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12 Feb

House Extensions

St. Austell - PL25

Enquiry from: Jake J

Start Date: Immediate

customer in st. austell areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for house extension.confirmed interest via email at 12/02/2024 20:01.please call to arrange app...

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05 Feb

Building work | Wall Rendering

Bodmin - PL31

Enquiry from: Aurelie M

Start Date: Immediate

Hi Cornwall rendering, i would like to contact me regarding rendering a wall of my house as well as insulating it externally. You may not do insulation, but you may know someone who does, Then i would...

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31 Jan

Building work | Wall Rendering

Looe - PL13

Enquiry from: Matt K

Start Date: Immediate

We have two single storey extension projects - one in Camelford and one in Kirkhampton. Can we email you drawings to quote for the sand/cement render? We may also be interested in internal plasterin...

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22 Jan

Building work | Wall Rendering

Looe - PL13

Enquiry from: Matt K

Start Date: Immediate

Good afternoon We are currently pricing this project in Camelford. Could you price the screeding, drylining and external sand/cement render works please? https://1drv.ms/f/s!AvU5hpxWfqOmiqk4B**...

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13 Jan

Building work | General

St. Austell - PL26

Enquiry from: Andrew C

Start Date: Immediate

Hi mate we are a 3man utility gang Cornwall. I've been digging on utilities since i was 20 I'm now 36 so lots of experience in all aspects of civils and utilities driveways groundworks machine works u...

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04 Jan

Building work | Wall Rendering

St. Austell - PL26

Enquiry from: John D

Start Date: Immediate

Old render removed and whole house re-rendered.

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13 Nov

Insulation | Cavity Wall

St. Austell - PL26

Enquiry from: Sue H

Start Date: Immediate

We have an exstention on our cottage it needs cavity wall insulation

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11 Oct

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

St. Austell - PL25

Enquiry from: Colin S

Start Date: Immediate

3 bedrooms for fitted wardrobes

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28 Sep

Building work | General

Bodmin - PL30

Enquiry from: Meg C

Start Date: Immediate

Good Afternoon, I was wondering if you would be interested and had availability to help carry out the groundworks needed at our site in St Mabyn, Cornwall. I believe the works would include firstly...

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25 Aug

Building work | Wall Rendering

St. Austell - PL25

Enquiry from: Liz H

Start Date: Immediate

I need the full side gable wall of the house rendered. Currently has old cracked concrete render on it. Three storeys up to the roof line. Please can you give me an idea of costs and timings. Many t...

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16 Dec

House Extensions

Par - PL24

Enquiry from: Claire B

Start Date: Immediate

customer in the par area made an enquiry a couple of projects including house extension.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you the proper...

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12 Dec

Insulation | Cavity Wall

St. Austell - PL25

Enquiry from: Gary L

Start Date: Immediate

Detached 3 bedroom house. - need new cavity insulation, prefer bead. Do you have a thermal imager? Would like to see difference. Looking to have it done…NOW. Great full if you could respond even if...

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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 Fowey is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

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.

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.

Does a converted basement need windows?

Windows or lightwells can be a great way to introduce natural light into your basement, making it a more valuable, enjoyable space. However, they’re not always an essential requirement.

It’s important for your basement conversion to meet ventilation and fire safety building regulations. Windows can be a good way to do this, but they’re not the only option. Stack or mechanical ventilation, or ensuring that stairs up from your basement connect to an exit can be a good alternative.

So, while windows can be a great asset to your basement conversion, if you can’t afford them or they’re not structurally feasible, you can still create a basement conversion without them.

What is the ratio of sand and cement for bricklaying?

When it comes to laying of bricks, it is essential to get the right mortar mix. It is vital, be it for construction or maintenance projects, so far mortar is required. There are several materials incorporated in getting mortar which includes both cement and sharp sand, soft sand or plasterer’s sand and lots more. Here, we are going to look at the right ratio for cement and sand mix in bricklaying.

Cement include ingredients such as iron, aluminium, as well as silicon and it is mainly used for mortars like aerated cement mortar, Portland cement mortar and gauged mortar. Sand, on the other hand, comes in different forms such as sharp sand, soft sand and plasterer’s sand. The sharp sand consists of a larger grain size than the others and is usually incorporated in the construction areas that requires more strength as well as flexibility. Soft sand is the most common one used in mortar and it’s also referred to as bricklayers’ sand. These are used to make all types of mortar. Finally the plasterer’s sand which neither has the sharp sand’s coarseness nor the fineness of the soft sand, but can also be used for any form of mortar.

Cement and sand mortar is used for a plethora of bricklaying jobs serving as a glue for bricks, walls and pillars, while also repairing or maintaining old listed buildings. The preferred ratio here is 1:3 to 1:5 of cement and building sand. Meanwhile, to get a sand cement mix, essential materials that are required includes water, soft building sand as well as cement. However, you must also note that a sand and cement mortar is not used for structural projects, rather a concrete ratio is used.

can i refurbish a house in conservation area?

Due to the fact that we live in a country (the UK) with so much history as well as architectural beauty, there’s a need to have what’s commonly called “Conservation Area. A Conservation Area is basically an area which is designated by the local authority and is established in order to protect and enhance areas of historical and architectural interest which includes both rural and urban areas. Therefore, when it comes to refurbishment project in a conservation area, there’s usually a lot of things that needs to be put into consideration as well as hurdles to scale in order to make alterations to your property without any interruptions from the law.

In general, all properties in a conservation area have strict regulations governing the outlook of the houses, as this plays a major role in the appearance of the area as a whole. As a result, if you wish to bring down a building, fence, wall or even railing and the likes, you’ll need to obtain prior consent before you proceed. An easy way to go about any refurbishment plan is to to ensure the usage of exactly the same materials that exists in the current house. When you abide by the rules, you’ll be in a more favourable position to acquire the needed prior consent.

The short and simple answer to the question is yes, you can refurbish a house in a conservation area but subject to the approval of the local authority through a planning permission. And when it comes to submitting a planning application for approval, some are aspects will usually be subjected to more intense examinations than the others. Hence, the need to make sure that your refurbishment plans are all friendly in a similar way to the neighbouring buildings and environment.

what are fitted wardrobes made from?

Storage space is a major consideration for most home buyers and even more so, when there’s the presence of fitted wardrobes. Fitted wardrobes can be installed in just about any room in the house and even in rather obscure places such as under the stairs, inside a loft, around chimneys as well as into alcoves. As a result, they’re important assets to have as they can go a long way to increase the value of your home or property.

Fitted wardrobes are usually made from various types of woods as well as wood finishes. Typically, they’re installed with either sliding or hinged doors depending on the space as well as the styling you opt for. Fitted wardrobes can be personalized through the addition of elegant features such as custom lighting, mirrors as well as internal extras like pull out shoe racks and pull down hanging rails.

For high end customized fitted wardrobe like Sharps, the best quality, most practical and also robust materials are being incorporated. They make use of the following materials given below:

✓ Fibreboard. This is a modern material that’s used for its ability to produce a smooth routed and detailed design. It’s also very solid and robust which makes it perfect for large furniture pieces as they don’t warp or dent. What’s more? Fibreboards meets the European forestry sustainability standards and it also allows for the board to be profiled with a top notch finish.

✓ Particleboard. This material is used for the parts of the furniture which will normally be cut in your home like facings and side panels. Due to it’s lightweight, they’re very easy to cut and doesn’t produce as much dust as other materials. The material is also a highly controllable contemporary material which can be precisely cut arounf skirting boards, covings as well as period features to ensure a perfect fit.

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.

how much do roof rooms cost?

How Much Do Roof Rooms Cost?

The price of your roof room may vary depending on your location within the country. Other factors that can also play a key role in determining the price of a roof room includes the conversion’s type as well as the legal and technical issues it’s currently facing. Usually, the cost of roof rooms will range between £1,200 to £2,000 per square metre. The differences in the price per square metre is influenced by the size of the alterations to the roof, the type of roof room to be constructed, the access, location as well as the finishing type.

• DORMER LOFT CONVERSION.

Here, one of the slopes of a pitched roof is substituted for a box-shaped structure. The outcome is a flat roof space which enables the fitting of full sized windows as well as the incorporation of several appliances. This is quite expensive as it involves a total rebuilding of one roof pitch alongside the complete internal works that are associated. The average cost of a standard dormer loft project will range between £25,000 to £50,000.

• HIP TO GABLE LOFT CONVERSION

Here a vertical brick wall is used to substitute the roof’s slope at the ending part of the terrace on detached buildings. The average cost of this type of roof room will range between £32,000 to £60,000.

• ROOFLIGHT LOFT CONVERSION

This basically involves fitting rooflight windows in the roof. Other improvements include flooring, plasterboarding, strengthening of the existing floor, as well as installation of rooflights. The average cost of this type of roof room will range between £15,000 to £25,000.

• MANSARD LOFT EXTENSION

This roof room can create an extra storey on top of an existing building as it makes a space featuring two or four external walls that are a bit sloped. The average cost of this type of roof room will range between £40,000 to £70,000.

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