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17 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Conrad B

Start Date: Immediate

We would like to be able to use our attic as a storage area as well as a study. We'd need flooring and walls, possibly one or two windows, and the entrance into the attic to be enlarged and a folding ...

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19 Dec

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: John N

Start Date: Immediate

customer in the saltash 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 you...

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12 Jul

House Extensions

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Steve P

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an enquiry for house extension and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a builder.mr lives in the saltash area and would like a call to discuss options.see below de...

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29 Jan

Building work | Bricklaying

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Ken R

Start Date: Immediate

replace bricks in doorway up to approx halfway to allow a window to be fitted. outside only. there are bricks already in place but need to be removed, approx 50 bricks are you the property owner: ow...

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19 Jul

Building work | Sound Proofing

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Kathy T

Start Date: Immediate

I would like the ceiling between my flat and the one above sound proofed as much as possible. It is an old house with high ceilings so could have a false ceiling.

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11 Jan

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: James M

Start Date: Immediate

Cavity wall insulation to all walls

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04 Oct

Building work | Sound Proofing

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Pete S

Start Date: Immediate

DRAUGHT PROOFING. UPVC doors and windows 4 bed detached modern house. Front door 5 yrs old with intact brush strips but is very draughty. Some work to interior doors also desirable and caulking beneat...

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12 Apr

House Extensions

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Johannes J

Start Date: Immediate

Supply and installation of Single story extension about existing garage.

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31 Mar

House Extensions | Single Storey

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Johannes J

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an enquiry for single storey house extension and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a builder.customer lives in the saltash area and would like a call to discuss ...

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30 Mar

House Extensions

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Johannes J

Start Date: Immediate

timber frame extension above singe garage are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached looking for: single storey extension do you have planning permission: yes do you hav...

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15 Dec

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Tracy C

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 property age: 1930-70 what is your current source of heating for the renewable incentive: ...

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02 Dec

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Greg C

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 property age: 1930-70 what is your current source of heating for the renewable incentive: ...

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28 Nov

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Tracy C

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 property age: 1930-70 what is your current source of heating for the renewable incentive: ...

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16 Nov

Building work | Sound Proofing

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Wainwright E

Start Date: Immediate

We are Letting Agents and have been asked by our Landlord to supply a quote for carrying out Soundproofing to a property in Dobwalls Cornwall.

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12 Jul

Building work | Sound Proofing

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Wainwright E

Start Date: Less than one month

We are letting Agents and manage a property in Dobwalls who are having sound problems from a joining property, do you cover this area? We would like to obtain a quote for the Landlord please. Regards ...

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08 Feb

Insulation | External Wall

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Kevin H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Thinking of having roof insulation for Conservatory. It is a cable end and approx size is 4 x 3 metres. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached How many bedroo...

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19 Jul

New Build | Residential

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Joanne B

Start Date: Immediate

leak in the conservatory but not sure its to do with conservatory think its coming through the wall Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint

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10 Apr

House Extensions

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Tony T

Start Date: Immediate

28m2 two storey extension to side of house to include extended lounge diner on groundfloor and master en-suite bedroom upstairs

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04 Aug

New Build | Residential

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: Bruce V

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

to raise rear kitchen roof and fit flat roof and merge into original slate roof, also build small adjacent extension to enlarge kitchen and fit a lower flat roof, with removal of small wall and fittin...

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24 Jul

Building work | General

Saltash - PL12

Enquiry from: William F

Start Date: Immediate

Double Garage floor screed and painted

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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 Saltash is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

how to repair a patio?

A patio is an outdoor space which can be used for a variety of stuffs which includes fun time with family and friends, reading time or just relaxing as the fresh breeze blows. With all these benefits and more, it’s becomes more obvious that there’s a need to keep your patio in a tip top condition at all times. If otherwise, you may not be able to enjoy your patio to your satisfaction and probably, for as long as you would want. You simply have to provide it with a regular maintenance which involves inspecting and identifying the damages that needs to be repaired before it gets out of hand. Fortunately, the minor repairs can be done by yourself if you’re confident enough. However, for bigger damages it’s advisable to call in a professional for help. In this article, we’ll take you through the patio reparation process.

✓ Prepare the area. This involves removing the problem piece gently and carefully. If there’s a piece you think can still be useful, store it in the re-use pile or you can start a new one. Once you’re done removing the pieces, the next thing to do would be to start removing anything that’s unwanted from the damaged area like debris, unwanted soil etc, and start sand fitting with some fresh sand. This should be levelled out to ensure there’s no bumps.

✓ With the sand down, you can start by putting the pieces back in together. This should be done gently to avoid any further damage. Do this until your patio

do i need planning permission for a kitchen extension?

If you’re planning to construct a kitchen extension on your property, one of the first things that comes to mind is whether or not you’ll require a planning permission before you proceed. Generally, kitchen extensions are normally classified as permitted development which allows you to carry out your project without any interruptions from the law or your local authority. In other words, if your extension is meets up with the guidelines of the permitted development rights, you won’t have to apply for a planning permission. However if otherwise, you’ll have to apply for a planning permission to your local council and may require additional reports. And regardless of your position, you’ll always need building regulations approval before you can carry out any kitchen extension project. It may also be required that you’ll have to issue a part wall notice if you’re to build on or close to the boundary with a neighbour.

If you don’t want to go through the hassle and stress involved in applying for a planning permission with your local council, then you must ensure the following:

✓ Your kitchen extension must not be over half of the area of land around your main house.

✓ The kitchen extension must not be side elevation onto a highway or forward of the principal elevation.

✓ The extension must not be taller than the highest part of the roof.

✓ The height of your kitchen extension must not go beyond four metres.

✓ Kitchen extension that’s more than one storey must not go exceed the rear wall of the main house by more than three metres.

✓ Two storey kitchen extensions must not be closer to rear boundary by anything less than seven metres.

✓ The kitchen extension must not include balconies, verandas or any raised platforms.

Does cavity wall insulation lead to damp problems?

Insulating a cavity wall should not affect the damp proofing of the wall. All insulation approved for use in cavity walls has been tested to ensure that it does not allow damp to pass through the wall. Some walls which receive a lot of wind driven rain are unsuitable for cavity wall insulation.

how to insulate a loft?

Do you know about 25 percent of heat that escapes from an uninsulated house are lost through the roof? Fortunately, roof insulation is something that can done by all DIYers irrespective of their experience levels. However, if you happen to lack the confidence necessary to pull off this, then it’s strongly recommended that you hire the services of a professional who can guarantee the best results and also save you time and money that could arise from potential cost mistakes. Let’s take a look!

  • Clear out all clutter. This involves taking out all the rubbish and clutter from the loft. In order to work effectively, you’ll need a totally clear and empty loft space.
  • Ensure that there’s sufficient insulation. The importance of a good ventilation cannot be overstated. Poor ventilation will result in forming of condensation and this condensation can make the roof timbers rot and compromise the structural integrity of the entire roof. If there are no roof windows which is the easiest way to provide a loft ventilation, the next best option would be to follow the loft floor along to the point where the roof comes down to meet it. There should be a gap at this point, also referred to as the eaves, between the outside wall and the underside of the roof.
  • Measure your loft area. Take a measurement of the loft space in order to calculate the amount of insulation as well as the type you need. If you’re not sure, always get more that it’s required as skimming on the amount you use will only back fire in form of increased energy costs
  • Check for water pipes.

 

To get started, simply make sure all cracks and gaps in the ceiling are filled using a standard filler or decorator caulk. Once done, clean the gaps in the joists and even to the point of hovering all the dust up. Finally,check for the hazards that can cause you problems before laying the loft insulation.

Can cladding help with a damp problem?

External cladding will have an impact on a damp problem. However, it’s important that cladding is the last part of a damp treatment, as installing cladding over a damp wall will make the problem worse. Do not cut corners or try to remedy a problem with the cheapest solution, a damp proof course may need to be put in place before cladding.

What types of cladding are there?

There are two main types of cladding. The first is material cladding, which refers to layers of a material that are attached to the external walls. The material used could be timber, PVC, stone, or other materials. The second type of cladding is rendering, where a coat of plaster is applied to the wall.

does loft insulation cause condensation?

The short and simple answer to this question is yes, loft insulation does cause condensation. Over the years, problems with condensation in loft spaces have become increasingly common. While this may not be harmful in anyway, when the condensation becomes excessive it can lead to more serious issues taking root in your loft like wet rot, dry rot as well as black spot mould. Generally, the best thing to do if you’re concerned about the condensation in your loft space and that it may rapidly become a bigger problem is to get in touch with a damp specialist as soon as possible.

 

Even though insulating your loft space comes with a wide array of benefits like making the top floor rooms warmer, it’s however comes at the cost of making your loft or room space cooler. Condensation in lofts take place primarily due to the humid air making its way through insulation or other gaps into the loft space and touching a cooler surface which in turn results in beads of moisture on the timbers, lintels as well as the underside of the roof. This is why its always a great idea make use of thermal insulation with a vapour barrier that’s installed on the warmer side of the insulating material.

 

Condensation in loft is caused by excess moisture in the air and lack of adequate air ventilation. Here are some top reasons that gives rise to this in the loft:

  • Extra insulation has been installed in the loft leading to a restriction on the natural air circulation in the property.
  • When the storage boxes or other items that has been stockpiled in the loft blocks the roof vents.
  • The release of steam and moist air into the loft space by hot water tanks.
Are pumps used for basement conversions noisy?

If your basement has a cavity drain membrane, it’ll need a pump to move water away from the exterior of your basement and prevent flooding.

Sump pumps can be noisy, but they don’t have to be. Generally, if you have a well-designed pump that’s installed correctly, you shouldn’t find it a problem. For best results, hire a skilled, experienced professional to supply and install your drainage system.

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