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16 Sep

Insulation | External Wall

Helston - TR12

Enquiry from: Brian S

Start Date: Immediate

External wall insulation and rendering

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31 Jan

Building work | General

Helston - TR13

Enquiry from: Jason R

Start Date: Immediate

Underpinning of 2 internal walls, approx 6m each as well as a small outside section of 3m x3m. This needs to be done with a matter of urgency having already had the roof removed and now holding up our...

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20 Dec

Building work | Wall Rendering

Helston - TR12

Enquiry from: Tim B

Start Date: Immediate

Repairs to 11 year old K Render house at the end of Housel Bay Road, Lizard. Various cracks throughout and a few areas where the K Render has delaminated and is worsening. Photos can be provided

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30 Oct

Building work | General

Helston - TR12

Enquiry from: Andy M

Start Date: Less than one month

we have a toilet block with a 860 gallon tank. could you please quote for emptying the tank. thank you. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: detached what type of work ...

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16 Oct

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Helston - TR13

Enquiry from: Mike H

Start Date: Immediate

Loft insulation and flooring

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11 Oct

Conversion | Loft

Helston - TR12

Enquiry from: Eleanore B

Start Date: Immediate

Hello. We are looking to see if we can do a loft conversion and wondering to see if you could look and see if it is possible etc

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09 Oct

Conversion | Loft

Helston - TR13

Enquiry from: Lee H

Start Date: Immediate

Possible loft conversion or removal of trusses to make loft space more usable for storage.

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21 Aug

Conversion | Loft

Helston - TR13

Enquiry from: Lee H

Start Date: Immediate

Looking for advice on a loft conversion with dormer. Many thanks

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27 Feb

Insulation | External Wall

Helston - TR13

Enquiry from: Mr S

Start Date: Immediate

exterior insulation and render of 1930 dormer bungalow built using single H concrete blocks

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11 Jun

Building Work | Porch

Helston - TR13

Enquiry from: Sylvia P

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small upvc front porch with flat roof

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21 Sep

House Extensions

Helston - TR13

Enquiry from: Peter G

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

demolish existing one storey extension and replace with two storey extension. approx 8 m x 4 m with pitched roof customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a double storey exte...

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09 Apr

Building work | Sound Proofing

Helston - TR12

Enquiry from: Roscoe O

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

i have an anti social neighbor and a very thin block wall ***.i need the best insulation system possable as i already created a partition against bedroom wall filled with insulation and while dampenin...

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13 Feb

Building work | General

Helston - TR12

Enquiry from: Gill S

Start Date: Less than one month

greenhouse size 6' x 8' so that i can germinate seedlings and grow plants like tomatoes. price to include installation please are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached...

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07 Oct

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Helston - TR13

Enquiry from: Luke S

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 property age: 1930-70 are you in a conservation area: no are you looking for loft insulati...

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07 Oct

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Helston - TR13

Enquiry from: Luke S

Start Date: Immediate

quote for cavity wall insulation for a detached dormer bungalow measuring; ground floor 74 sq m first floor 45 sq m are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms do you have: 1-...

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16 Sep

Insulation | External Wall

Helston - TR12

Enquiry from: Ben A

Start Date: Immediate

call anytime. type of building: detached number of bedrooms: 3 how became interested in heat pump: save money quote requested on air source (wet) heat pump, to be supplied and fitted. are you ...

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04 Aug

Building work | General

Helston - TR13

Enquiry from: Norman P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

( x 3.6m to wall plate - twin plate roof trusses 30degree pitch time scale: 1-3 months please call to appoint

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07 Feb

Building Work | Porch

Helston - TR13

Enquiry from: S P

Start Date: Immediate

Are you the home owner of that property? Yes 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? white I as...

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26 Nov

Insulation | External Wall

Helston - TR12

Enquiry from: Dave N

Start Date: Immediate

I've just converted my loft and I need a quote to get insulation between the rafters as well as below the rafters. It's probably around 40m2 area.

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04 Mar

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Helston - TR12

Enquiry from: Kerri L

Start Date: Immediate

Bungalow walls insulated (2 walls in total)

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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 Helston is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

does a kitchen extension add value to your house?

If you’re planning to add a kitchen extension to your property or perhaps you’re simply looking for ways to increase the value of your property, this is one of the common questions that usually pops up. A simple answer to this question is yes, a kitchen extension will add value to your house. With a kitchen being one of the most frequently used room in a house, adding an extra space to the commonly used room can only increase the value of the entire property. However, to determine the value added by such an extension, there’s a need to calculate the cost of setting one up first.

Kitchen extension costs are greatly influenced by a wide range of variables such as the size, type of the extension and specifications, your location, professional fees, materials used and more. Overall, the type of the extension you opt for will play the most significant role in the determination of your kitchen extension cost. Here, we’ll be looking at a single storey kitchen extension.

For a single storey kitchen extension, you can expect your home’s market value to increase within the range of 5 percent to about 10 percent. When trying to calculate the cost of kitchen extension, it’s crucial to take into account how much value it’ll add to your home so as to make sure that the amount expended will not outweigh the expected value to be added by the project.

For a more accurate idea, there’s the need to consult local estate agents. However, for a much needed guideline, single storey kitchen extensions are usually able to add about 5 to 10 percent to a home’s value, while double storey extension should be up to 20 percent. But as stated earlier, this will depend on several variables.

how much is a single garage conversion?

Converting your garage into a habitable room can be an option that’s too good to pass up especially when you’re in dire need of more living space in your home. If you’re in a similar situation and considering the cost of a single garage conversion in your home, then you’ve come to the right place! The fact is, the cost of a single garage conversion is dependent on a number of influencing factors which includes your specific plans as well as your location. Generally, the price of garage remodel is expected to cost about half of what you’ll incur when building a home extension or addition from scratch. However, before commencing a project of this magnitude you should put into consideration some things.

A single garage conversion is a huge job which typically involves wall insulation, floor raising, heating addition, cool and ventilation as well as updating doors and windows. Before you get started you should consider if converting your single garage into a room is a good option, whether a permit is required to convert a garage, the type of room a garage can become, does it add value to your home and how much its going to cost.

Just like any other home improvement project, garage conversion cost varies depending on several factors like your garage space specifications. Other factors include the general condition of your garage - the condition of your foundation, walls, floors or roofs, the ceiling and more, planning applications, your location, the services of a structural engineer, internal or external garages etc. According to Santander, the average cost of converting a single garage costs approximately £6,300. However, considering the aforementioned influencing factors we’d expect the cost of a single garage conversion to cost within the range of £5,500 to £10,500.

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.

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.

How much does a builder cost?

With the prices of buying a house skyrocketing, many of us are tempted to building our own house. This is sometimes an excellent choice, but you will first need to understand the costs of building a house from scratch. As per a general estimate, the cost of self-build ranges between £300 per m2 to £3,000 per m2.

As you can see, this is quite a variation in price from lowest to highest. Location is a prime factor in determining the costs. Building a house in London and the South is more expensive compared to other regions. Aside from location, several other factors make up the price.

Self-manage with subcontractors

You hire professionals directly like builders and carpenters. You also buy all the materials yourself allowing you to get the best prices.

Hiring a main contractor with other subcontractors

You will first need a main contractor who will help to create the watertight structure for your house. For the rest of the work, try hiring out subcontractors. Make sure that you buy all the materials yourself to get the best price.

External cladding materials

If you are looking to install other external material other than brick, you will also need to factor in the cost for the same.

Here are some example prices:

• Render on blockwork costs around £25 per m²

• Timber cladding is around £25 per m²

• Hand¬made all-weather tiling costs around £54 per m²

• Rubble walling or flint is around £90 per m²

• Reconstituted stone costs about £48 per m²

• Natural stone is about £75 per m²

Make sure to include these costs when coming up with the estimate.

Roofing materials

Non-standard roofing materials tend to add more to the cost and therefore you will also need to account in for this factor.

Here are some examples:

Welsh slate – £60 per m²

Second-hand slates – £35 per m²

Handmade clay tiles – £65 per m²

Reed thatch – £80/m²

If you choose to add any unique material to your roofing, be sure that you remember to factor in its cost.

How much does it cost to renovate a house?

Presenting with its unique sets of components, the price for every house renovation project varies considerably. Though giving a proper price for the house renovation is not possible, you can generally expect to pay anything between £40,000 and £75,000 for renovating a three-bedroom house.

You must list out all the changes needed since renovation comes with several potential costs. This makes it easier for you to calculate the renovation costs and start planning your budget accordingly.

Let us take a look at some of the crucial factors that affect the cost of renovating a house

• Property size

• Property’s condition and age

• Complexity oof the job

• Structural work

• Building extension work

• The quality of materials, fixtures and finishing

• Decoration

• Location

When it comes to renovating a three-bedroom house, the average cost is around £ 57,000. A new gas supply will cost you around £1,500, depending on the route of the supply. There may other additional costs involved if you are looking to do any work to extend the gas supply line.

The cost of rewiring a house is in the region of £5,750. That price will also be dependent on the complexity of the electrical systems in your house and the size. If you are looking at installing a new set of windows, it can cost you up to £6,000, with the average cost being about £4,250. Replastering walls will add another £2500 to the total budget. A new kitchen will set you back around £7,000, on average including the cost of design, materials and installation. Most renovations will need a new bathroom. Installing a new bathroom will cost you around £4,250.

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.

how much does a loft room cost?

How Much Does A Loft Room Cost

In the event whereby you happen to run out of space in your home and extending sideways or moving out isn’t even a considerable option, the next best solution is to look upwards - the loft. The loft can be converted into a room that can used to satisfy varying purposes, be it a storage room, bedroom, home office, spare bathroom and more. There are a number of loft conversion styles you can go for including a room in loft conversion, dormer style conversion, mansard conversion, or a hip-to-gable conversion. Regardless of your choice, each of the types will not only give you new rooms to enjoy but also add value to your home. However, before getting started, it’s crucial to have an idea of the loft conversion cost to help you prepare a budget and begin planning. Here, you’ll discover the most likely loft room cost for each conversion style you opt for.

• Room In Loft Conversion

This is only suitable for some specific home, but it’s however the most affordable option of the lots. This loft conversion style will cost within the range of £15,000 to £20,000 (prices can be higher in regions where tradesmen are higher in demand such as London and the south east).

• Dormer Loft Conversion

These are relatively simple and straightforward to include in your home. The cost ranges between £31,000 to £58,000 depending on the conversion’s size and other factors.

• Hip To Gable Loft Conversion

This style of loft conversion is more complex than the aforementioned ones, hence they’re usually more costly to complete. The price ranges between £42,000 to £65,000.

• Mansard Loft Conversion

This style of loft conversion is the most complex of the lot and includes a complete overhaul of your loft. The price ranges between £45,000 to £70,000.

• Bungalow Loft Conversion

Any of the main styles above can be done to a bungalow if the planning requirements are fully complied with and if the property is suitable. The price ranges between £30,000 to £70,000.

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