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Direct Paving

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All Purpose Glazing

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Working with glass since 1983 All Purpose Glazing (APG) is a family run glass merchant and processing business that has co...
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Hi im plastering 24 yrs new and old work both internal and exteral all work left 100% clean and tidy very reliable

Recent Builder Enquiries

07 Nov

Building work | Sound Proofing

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Kristen U

Start Date: Less than one month

i'm not sure where the noise is coming in through so would like someone to inspect the property are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking...

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25 Oct

Building Work | Porch

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Rachel H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer has a extensions & conversions project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for house extension. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a builder.confir...

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25 Jul

Building work | Sound Proofing

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Ruth T

Start Date: Immediate

living room sound proofed are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have sounds proofed: 1 room what level of service do you requ...

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23 Jun

Insulation | External Wall

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Keith P

Start Date: Immediate

External Wall Insulation Quote please

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10 May

House Extensions

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Whyed G

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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

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03 May

Conversion | Loft

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Alan L

Start Date: Immediate

2 bedrooms 1 bathroom, in loft, will need stairs out in. area approx 13 metres by 4m , plenty of headroom but bungalow was built in 1970s and the floor joists are 4 inch. no raising or lowering, putti...

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27 May

New Build | Residential

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Eileen B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

we are looking an indoor pool. time scale: 1-3 months please call to appoint

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19 Jan

House Extensions

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Paul V

Start Date: Immediate

Quote for brick or concrete garage with roller door and base. Standard size single garage.

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13 Sep

House Extensions

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Alison B

Start Date: Immediate

Double garage

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28 Jul

House Extensions

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Ian G

Start Date: Less than one month

New build house purchased with additional sunroom. Looking to extend the bedroom above the kitchen to the end of the sunroom (sunroom measures 9'10x9'2) to include an ensuite. The house is a tradition...

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28 Jul

House Extensions | Single Storey

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Ian G

Start Date: Less than one month

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: Semi detached Looking Fo...

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25 Jan

Insulation | External Wall

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Amanda M

Start Date: Immediate

Insulation and cladding Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Property Age: 1970-2000 How many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 Bedrooms Please call to appoint Please...

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09 Oct

Conversion | Loft

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Aaron B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Hi, I moved into a house 3 years ago which has a loft conversion. I've had building control round and it's not quite regulation. The stairs leading to it are approx 45 degrees and the height of...

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01 Apr

Conversion | Garage

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Joanne W

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

I have a large detached garage (fits two cars, possible more). Pitched roof, single skin blockwork, one large window with double garage doors, concrete floor partly sectioned for oil boiler and utilit...

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06 Jan

House Extensions

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Steven W

Start Date: Immediate

Hi! I need a garage built. We have planning permission already. I'm looking one around 3.5m x 8m. I'd like quotes for both brick and render finish.

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24 Sep

House Extensions

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Mrs M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

13ftx13ft sunroom. Windows on 3 sides and one single door to outside. Attached to existing bungalow and to concrete base at outer corners.8 Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property T...

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24 Sep

House Extensions | Single Storey

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Mrs M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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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05 Sep

House Extensions

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Mrs M

Start Date: Immediate

12ft x12ft modular sunroom attached to main dwelling and anchored to concrete base. Pedestrian door, windows on 3 sides, 23 electric points, lights, radiator run from main house system, floored and wi...

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28 Aug

Conversion | Garage

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Mildred B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Integral garage converted to living room / sunroom Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you have a: Single Garage What will the space be used for: Living Space Do you require Plumbing ...

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16 Mar

Insulation | External Wall

Ballyclare - BT39

Enquiry from: Richard L

Start Date: Immediate

Hi just looking a price for external wall installation yeah

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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 Ballyclare is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

how much to re render a house?

Rendering of a house is one of those projects that can greatly improve the visual appeal of your home, enhance it’s energy efficiency, protect the brickwork from the elements and ultimately, add value to your home. Generally, the cost of rendering a house normally costs within the range of £25 to £70 per metre square, while the average cost house rendering costs stands at about £40 per square metre. Therefore, a 3 bedroom semi detached house will cost within the range of £4000 to about £5000.

The total cost of rendering a house is determined by a wide range of factors. These factors includes the following:

✓ Type of the rendering. There are three main types of rendering which includes sand and cement rendering, monocouche rendering as well as acrylic or silicone rendering. However, re-rendering applies to sand and cement sooner and it’ll also have to be painted every 3 to 6 years. Consequently, longer term cost can be higher when compared to the other types.

✓ Ease of access. Where your contractor will have to work around obstacles like shrubs or conservatory, this can make the cost a bit higher as it’ll take longer time to complete.

✓ Prep work. If the contractor needs to fill some cracks or perhaps an old mortar requires tuck pointing before rendering can be started, this will also affect the cost.

✓ Scaffolding. In the event whereby the job requires the use of scaffolding and you’ll have to hire one as a different cost, then the price will be higher.

✓ Your location. Due to the high standards of living and higher demands in areas like London or the Southeast, prices in these regions are usually higher than that of the other regions like Midlands and North.

do i need building regs for a garage conversion?

Are you considering converting your garage into a more usable space in your home? If yes, then you’d probably want to know if you’ll require building regs before converting the garage. The answer to this question is yes. Although you may not require planning approval to convert your garage into a more usable space, but you’d usually need approval under the Building Regulations.

When re-structuring your garage into a habitable space, the following should be taken into consideration: structural alterations, ventilation, moisture proofing, insulation, fireproofing, escape routes as well as the submission of a building building notice or full plan application to the local council in order to inform them about the planned project.

• Walls

You’ll require an approval if you plan to infill the garage door with a window and a new wall. This is because the garage may have been built of a shallow slab which implies that a new foundation would be needed for the new wall construction.

• Floor

Even though there’s a high possibility that the garage floor is strong enough for domestic use since its designed to withstand the weight of vehicles, you may however need to upgrade to make sure it suitable for both thermal insulation and damp proofing. In addition, there may also be the need to to alter the floor level in such a way that it matches that of the remaining parts of the house.

• Ventilation

According to the Building Regulations requirements, there’s a need for adequate ventilation for each individual rooms which includes garage conversions for general health purposes. What’s going to determine the ventilation level that’ll be required is the frequency at which the room is used. Ventilation can be provided through purge or simply opening the window or via trickle ventilation.

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 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.

What is a bricklayer?

This is an individual who is trained in the art of working with concrete blocks or bricks, clay bricks as well as other kinds of mortar building materials. In a combination of these materials and good bricklaying skills, a bricklayer can build and repair veneer as well as full brick construction, arches, partitions and other structures.

Contrary to many beliefs, a bricklayer actually does more than laying of bricks. There’s more to being a bricklayer than you can probably think of. A single bricklaying projects requires a wide array of skills. Let’s have a look at these skills!

• Using damp resistant materials to seal foundations.

• Spreading mortar between joints and applying them to serve as a thick layer binding the bricks together in rows.

• Reading and working from specifications as well as plans.

• Working with brick-cutting machines.

• Taking charge and caring for cement blocks or bricks, clay bricks and the likes.

• Construction of scaffolding - subject to possession of some licenses in some states.

A bricklayer mostly works outdoors, in the field and may also work at heights. Depending on the job, a bricklayer can work as part of a team or be in contact with the public. They are mostly recruited by building and construction companies and bricklaying sub contractors. However, they can also set up their own private construction firm or become a self employed tradesperson.

A bricklaying qualification is one of just two construction trades which can continue to become a registered builder. And regardless of the form a bricklaying employment takes, there are certain qualities that makes a really good bricklayer. These includes:

• Ability to work at heights and outdoors

• Enjoy practical work

• Technical aptitude

• Good hand-eye coordination

• Independent and yet a team player too

• Top physical fitness

• Attitude and attendance.

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.

how much does it cost to renovate a house?

Do you want to inject a new lease of life into your home or property, or transform it into a more modern style that better suits your taste? Or perhaps you’re only looking to add more value to your property to enable you sell for a profit in the nearest future. Regardless of your purpose, determining the cost of your home renovation can be incredibly difficult. However, you can still obtain a reasonable budget for the project with proper planning as well as preparation. It’s almost impossible to get an exact figure for any home renovation cost, however, this article aims to give you a good idea of cost range to enable you make informed decisions.

The cost of renovating a house can vary significantly depending on a wide range of factors. Some costs are fixed while others may vary greatly. As a result, if you want to have a more exact figure, you’ll have to call in a professional beforehand to give you an idea of how much they’ll charge. Below are some of the most significant costs you’ll most likely face during property renovation.

✓ Administrative cost. Asides from material and labour, the administrative costs is another important cost you’ll need to factor in. The first thing here is usually insurance, this is because all regular building insurance policies does not cover large scale renovation projects. So if what you’re planning is a huge structural change to your property, then it’s more likely that it won’t be covered by your buildings insurance policy. In this event, you’ll have to take out a specialist renovation insurance.

✓ Planning permission and property renovation. This is another potential cost you’ll have to factor in. Submitting a planning application in the UK usually ranges between £200 to £250.

✓ Adding an extension. Generally, a 4m by 5m extension would cost within the range of £30,000 to £40,000.

how to repair asphalt driveway depressions?

When your driveway is suffering from depression, it becomes unsafe for driving (a danger zone) and ugly - no homeowner wants that! Unfortunately, most driveways won’t hold flat for long as they tend to develop cracks and potholes pretty quickly. Here, we are going to take you through how to fill asphalt driveways’ depression so as to ensure the sinkholes in your driveway poses no threat to you or your loved ones, while also beautifying your property. The approach to be used depends on the intensity of the depression. If its only a few cracks and holes, this can easily be repaired with some equipment. But if otherwise is the case, then calling a reliable professional will be your best bet. In this article, we’ll show you how to repair dips in your asphalt driveway relatively quickly.

✓ Pick a date with warm and sunny weather. This is because if you work in a cold weather, chances are the materials will freeze and hence, unusable. So find a day when the temperature will over 50 degrees Fahrenheit and below 80 degrees Celsius and when there would be no rain. We’ll advise a day between May to October.

✓ Prepare the area. Remove all loose stones, soil, dirt as well as vegetation from the holes. Once done, you can then proceed to washing the area with a pressure washer or sweep with a broom.

✓ Apply a thin mixture of asphalt to the area. Use a flat stirring stick to coat the low driveway area with a thin mixture of asphalt.

✓ Tamp the asphalt repair mix. Purchase the right kind of asphalt to repair the driveway. Fine aggregate asphalt mixture is more suited to filling small holes, whereas the coarse aggregate is more suited to filling larger holes. Apply layers ( about 2 inches each time) of the asphalt repair mix to the sunken area and use a shovel to give it a smooth finish. Once done, simply make the area smooth and protect it with a piece of plywood. Do not walk or drive on the area for a couple of days.

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