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Recent Builder Enquiries

16 Feb

Building work | Wall Rendering

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Matt K

Start Date: Immediate

Good afternoon We are currently pricing this extension project near Launceston. Could you price the external sand/cement render works please? If you offer other services too, can you price the sc...

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21 Jan

Building work | General

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Lester B

Start Date: Immediate

Constructing a self build house with proposed 14 degree pitch standing seam metal roof. 2 roof lights, 1 vent, 2 valleys, facias and guttering etc 160/170 sqmts May buy in kit form and need fitting ...

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28 Dec

Conversion | Loft

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Steven S

Start Date: Immediate

Update current loft conversion With dormers and moving the stats but would like to know our options

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30 Aug

Building work | General

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Ben J

Start Date: Immediate

Looking for a quote for a new bore hole for a potential purchase of a property

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14 Jan

Building work | Wall Cladding

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Jane S

Start Date: Immediate

replacement of wood cladding that after 18 months looks awful. we want composite cladding to replace in a cedar type colour are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached h...

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19 Sep

Building work | Wall Rendering

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Ben S

Start Date: Immediate

3 bed detached bungalow - roughly 120m2 of render to replace. Ideally lime, depending on price.

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23 Jul

Building work | Sound Proofing

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Geoff F

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

we don't currently own the property on this street but are keen to buy it, but need a quiet space: one room, upstairs, approx 4m x 2m, external walls on two sides, internal walls on two sides (both ar...

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26 May

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Colin B

Start Date: Immediate

i do not have enough loft insulation and require more are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 do you currently have loft insulatio...

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10 Apr

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Brian S

Start Date: Immediate

customer in the launceston area made an enquiry a couple of projects including cavity wall insulation.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are ...

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05 Aug

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Sue V

Start Date: Immediate

i need to know if a timber framed hall, with corrugated iron cladding on the exterior, & pine cladding on the interior, can be insulated? look forward to hearing from you. property age: 1930-70 are yo...

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24 Jul

Building work | Sound Proofing

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: John F

Start Date: Less than one month

erection of greenhouse 6x4 are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have sounds proofed: 1 room what level of service do you require...

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06 Jan

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Scott R

Start Date: Immediate

full insulation installation are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 do you currently have loft insulationn: yes do you require a ...

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07 Aug

Insulation | External Wall

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Hamish L

Start Date: Immediate

pass: 4 - call anytime. type of building: detached number of bedrooms: 5 how became interested in heat pump: save money quote requested on air source (wet) heat pump, to be supplied and fitt...

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09 Jan

Insulation | External Wall

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Becky H

Start Date: Immediate

Conservatory rood insulated, open to various options, but it is too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter. It is 5 x 3 m Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace...

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16 Oct

New Build | Residential

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Lauren C

Start Date: Immediate

Simple quote for 100sqm, 20x5 single storey dwelling for a local needs eligiblity application.

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13 Apr

House Extensions

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Tracie L

Start Date: Immediate

A single storey extension to the side which will be 7 metres by 4 metres Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Looking For: Single storey extension Property Type: Detached Do you have pla...

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13 Apr

House Extensions | Single Storey

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Tracie L

Start Date: Immediate

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: Detached Looking For: Si...

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23 Sep

House Extensions

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: MATTHEW B

Start Date: 3+ months

Two story gable end extention with dormer at the rear. Aprox floor area is 4m/6m. The property is a 100 yrs old railway cottage. Not listed.

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30 Jul

Conversion | Garage

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Mick N

Start Date: Immediate

Converting a garage 15x13|Take garage door off, put in a double window in place, take out window at rear replacing with French doors, make a doorway thru to main house

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08 Jan

Building work | Sound Proofing

Launceston - PL15

Enquiry from: Greg H

Start Date: Immediate

Sound proof ceiling/floor between ground floor and 1st floor. Specification of construction and materials already defined and can be provided. Need a quotation for installation please, and possibly fo...

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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 Launceston is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

Do I need planning permission for external wall insulation?

If you want to install an external wall, it is only wise to consider whether or not a planning permission is required in order to avoid a hefty fine. In a great kudos to the government and a welcome relief to home and property owners, the installation of external wall insulation is seen as an “improvement to the house and not an “extension or an “enlargement. Ultimately, this implies that external wall insulation fitting is to be done under permitted development and a planning application may not be required. However, like many other regulations, there are also exceptions to this rule and the main one is if the activity changes the appearance of your property. Properties such as a listed building having tighter regulations may pose some issues. As a result, we’d advise you to consult your local authority to ensure that there’s no fast rule to this topic before commencement of the external wall insulation project.

At the moment, according to the Government Building Regulations, the surface of the entire wall is to be improved to existing standards if the area to be insulated exceeds 25 percent of the wall. In normal situations this is usually the typical case, however to prevent avoidable fines and other possible punishments, it is always best to reach to your local authority and check out the rules guiding external wall insulation in your constituency. Furthermore, since external wall insulation is not a task that’s recommended to be done by yourself, you can also ask the professional external wall insulation fitting company for the applying rules before proceeding. As a good professional, the company should have a better knowledge of the rules and regulation guiding its activities.

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 build a room in my garden?

The short and simple answer to this question is yes, you can build a room in your garden. In fact, if you want an additional space for a living room, dining room, games room, study room or perhaps you want something as cool as a pool house, then looking at your garden for a solution may just be the perfect answer to your need for an extra outdoor living space.

Outbuildings such as garden rooms do not usually require planning permission as they’re usually covered by the permitted development. As a result, making it even a lot more attractive to homeowners who would not like to pass through the stress involved or pay the money required to submit an application for planning permission. However, if you need your garden room to be covered by permitted development ( if it’s not a listed building or in a designated area), you must follow these guidelines:

✓ The garden room shouldn’t be in front of your home or property.

✓ The total area of your extensions, sheds and outbuildings ( which includes your garden room), must not go beyond 50 percent of the total land area surrounding your property.

✓ It must be a single storey that’s less than 3 metres high ( 4 metres for a dual pitched roof). And it must not go beyond 2.5 metres in height if the structure is within 2 metres of your boundary.

✓ The eaves must not go beyond 2.5 metres above ground level.

✓ It must not feature a balcony, veranda or any raised platform

✓ It must not be a self contained living accommodation.

The position of your garden room will be partly determined by the space available in your garden. If you need it to link it to your utilities then positioning it a bit close to your main house would be a cost effective choice unless you’re using off grid sources of power, heat as well as water.

how to refurbish your house?

If you’re thinking about refurbishing your house or property but don’t know how to go about it, then you’ve come to the right place. In truth, not every home refurbishment works goes in exactly the same order, however it’ll do you some good to abide by a specific plan in order to avoid both unnecessary works as well as expenses. For instance, how would it feel if you have already closed walls and paint only to realize that there’s a need to include a new plumbing stack that has to go behind the wall? Not good, right? Well, this guide is designed to help you avoid such frustrating situations. Let’s have a look!

✓ Establish a plan. This involves carrying out a good assessment of what you’d like to refurbish and set the priorities like deciding where to start and making sure you have both the time and budget to complete the project.

✓ Set a budget. Establish a final amount that’ll be the threshold to your spending. It’s always good to add an additional 10% to 15% to cover unexpected costs.

✓ Hire a contractor. Carry out a research, reach out to many contractors, compare their prices, work quality as well as integrity before hiring.

✓ Talk to your insurance company. Find out if you have the amount of coverage that suits your needs from your insurance company before and after your project.

✓ Secure permits and order materials. Make sure you check with the latest regulations before commencement. Once done, you can start ordering the required materials.

✓ Start demolition. This is optional as it only applies if space is being added.

✓ Work behind the walls. This include doing all the works necessary behind the walls like plumbing, electrical, heating etc.

✓ Paint and install flooring

✓ Fit in the cabinetry

✓ Add finishing touches. This includes the last details and decorations.

Can my loft be converted?

Many types of loft are suitable for a loft conversion. In general, you will need at least 2.3 metres of headroom in your existing loft. This is to make sure there is enough headroom after the conversion. Speak to a conversion specialist about the probability and possibility of doing this in your house.

how much value does a loft conversion add?

When its impossible to build out and create more space sideways, why can’t you look upwards? As more and more homeowners in the UK are carrying out their loft conversion project, one question that keeps popping up is the amount of value the loft conversion can add to their homes. However, this is a question that is impossible to provide a single and precise answer to. This is because the value that’ll be generated by a loft conversion is largely dependent on a wide range of influencing factors. To give you a vague idea of the loft conversion value to a property, we’ve put forward a research carried out by industry experts so you can know what you’re in for.

Nationwide carried out a research which shows clearly that a loft conversion including an additional bedroom as part of the building plan will increase a house’s value by up to 21 percent. Since the number of rooms a house has is one of the main metrics for house valuations, loft conversion comes in pretty handy as it’s a great and easy way to convert your house from a 4 bedroom house to a 5 bedroom house prior to sale.

Apart from the financial value aspect, loft conversion also adds more value to your lifestyle which is very unlike nearly other financial investments you can make. More space in your house automatically means more storage or a new room as you wish. A new room can be for a growing family or probably to serve as a guest room. It can also be used as a study space or even an office especially with the rapidly growing rate of people working from home. With loft conversion, the possibilities in terms of value are simply endless!

how much is a loft conversion?

With the ability to add approximately one third of your existing living space ( by converting your old, unused attic) to your home or property without having to let go of your garden, it’s quite easy to see the reason why loft conversion has rapidly grown to become one of the most popular home improvements in the UK. However some homeowners usually shy away from the idea simply by looking at the perceived high cost of carrying out such a project, despite several researches showing that loft conversions offers the best rate of return on initial investment when compared to the other home improvement projects. So exactly how much would it cost to carry out this project?

Just like several other home improvement projects, the cost of a loft conversion varies greatly depending on a wide range of influencing factors. These factors include the size of your home, how old your home is as well as the quality of the fixtures and fittings you want to install. For instance, a high end bathtub alone can cost you thousands of pounds, meanwhile you can also construct a full bathroom suite on just a couple of hundred pounds. However, to give you an idea of the minimum cost of a loft project we’ll look at the most popular types and the minimum cost of each.

✓ Internal Loft Conversion - The most affordable type of loft conversion tends to start from £25,000 and above.

✓ Dormer or L-Shaped Dormer Loft Conversion. These are the most popular types of loft conversion. Dormer price tends to start from £35,000, while the L-shaped dormer starts from £45,000.

✓ Mansard Loft Conversion - This involves replacing the entire side of a sloping roof with a vertical wall and flat roof. It requires a planning permission. The type of loft conversion usually starts from £45,000.

✓ Hip To Gable Loft Conversion - This usually starts from £50,000.

Will the company deal with the building control application?

Most companies will make the building control application on your behalf and ensure that all the work is completed to the right standards. When a building inspector has inspected it, you’ll get a certificate. It usually takes around 6-8 weeks after completion to come.

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