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Precision Contracts is a family run business and have been the foremost contractors of home improvements, building and roo...
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Lgs building solutions

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Direct Paving

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DIRECT PAVING is a professional driveway & landscaping company with years of experience providing unrivalled driveway serv...
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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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WMK Plastering

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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

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08 Feb

Insulation | External Wall

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Lyndsay J

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Conservatory roof insulation & noise reduction

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13 Jan

Building work | Demolition

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Gary I

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Removal of a 18ft x 10ft concrete prefab garage

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27 Oct

Conversion | Garage

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Edward D

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Attached single garage conversion

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19 Jul

Conversion | Garage

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Mark D

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attached garage converted into bedroom with ensuite are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have a: single garage what will the space be used for: other do you require plumbing work: ...

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25 Jun

Conversion | Loft

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Owen C

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Customer made an enquiry for Loft Conversion via one of our websites. Looking at various options they would like to discuss directly Confirmed interest Please call to discuss and arrange appointment ...

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23 Mar

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Honor P

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customer in carrickfergus areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for cavity wall insulation.confirmed interest via sms and email at 23/03/2022 15:52.please ca...

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23 Mar

Insulation | External Wall

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Honor P

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rough idea of cost to insulate flat roof - half of kitchen and half of living room are flat roof extensions. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bed...

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15 Feb

Building work | Bricklaying

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Jemma S

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Exposing brick in kitchen

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06 Sep

Insulation | External Wall

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Lynn M

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looking a cosy roof the light roof looking tiles for a 3m x 3m conservatory please

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14 May

Insulation | External Wall

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Fiona S

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we want to insulate our 9.2 m2 lean on conservatory, we want to keep the roof and add insulation. please get in touch with quotes. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi...

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12 May

House Extensions | Single Storey

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Alec M

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Single storey Garage, Bedroom and Sun room. So L shape with sun room reaching out to half of rear width of house.

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26 Apr

Insulation | External Wall

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Helen H

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Would like a quote for conservatory roof insulation

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21 Apr

Conversion | Loft

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Emma B

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hello, we would like to get an estimated price for the conversion of our roof space. we live in a 3 bed semi detached house with a chalet style upstairs (dormer at the front upstairs bedroom). we are ...

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09 Mar

Building Work | Porch

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Brian L

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Call any-time New build or replacement: Replacement Quote requested on a porch, in PVCu, to be supplied and fitted.

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11 Feb

Conversion | Loft

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Brian S

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End terrace loft conversation with dorma ideally with ensuite

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14 Jan

Insulation | External Wall

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Darren C

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quote for external wall insulation. 100mm eps to cover brick building and grey look finish. detached house. depends on cost whether this is the type of insulation we choose. are you the property owne...

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19 Nov

Conversion | Garage

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Stuart H

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single storey detached garage to be insulated, floored, new double glazed window, new door - general advice on best use - home office preferred. are you the property owner: owner of the property do yo...

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17 Oct

Building work | Bricklaying

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Angela M

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Doorway in gable wall to be blocked off

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10 Oct

Building work | General

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Ivester C

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install / build flatpack 6x4 greenhouse

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05 Oct

Building work | Sound Proofing

Carrickfergus - BT38

Enquiry from: Jamie M

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bedroom soundproofed due to loud snoring time scale: immediate please call to appoint

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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 Carrickfergus is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

how long does a loft conversion take?

If you’re about to carry out a loft conversion project, you’d probably be wondering how long it’ll take to complete the task. Well, you’re not alone! This is one of the most common questions when it comes to loft conversion projects, however, providing a set timeframe for completion of such projects is impossible as all loft conversions vary. There are different factors that can determine the duration of your project. These factors include, the materials to be used, the type of the proposed loft conversion, the kind of staircase you’ll like to have installed, the number of windows included, the number of rooms to be added as well as a number of other influencing factors. As a result of these variables, the milestones and timings provided are only to be taken as guidelines. If you’d really like to have a set date, you can get in touch with a professional for help.

Generally, it’ll take up to 8 weeks to complete a loft conversion project.

✓ The first week activities will include putting up scaffolding, receiving the first materials for the build and creating an opening in the roof to gain access to the loft space.

✓ In the second week, the structure of the roof will be ammended and more support added.

✓ Third week, the floor joists will be fitted, building of the loft conversion will start, completion of the external roof works and commencement of plumbing and electric works.

✓ Fourth week, complete the building, construct the loft floor, fit the roof windows, insulation, ventilation and internal stud walls.

✓ Fifth week, apply plaster and plasterboard to the room walls, create a staircase opening and fit the new staircase.

✓ Sixth week, plaster the staircase area, complete plumbing and electrical works, hang the doors, fit skirting, handrails and bannisters and start decoration.

✓ Seventh week, complete the decoration and clean and wipe out all wastes.

✓ Eight week, complete all the remaining tasks.

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.

Will I need planning permission to convert my loft?

Planning permission is not normally needed for a loft conversion as they are covered by permitted development rights. A conversion company will tell you if you do and help you with this. For more information, see our article about planning permission.

how thick should render be on external wall?

Render serves two basic functions. One is it’s protective qualities as render acts as waterproof for the wall which enables them breathe by allowing water vapour move from the inside to the outside of the structure while also working to prevent water or rain from finding its way inside the structure. While the second function is the decorative qualities as render is able to provide the structure with a fine finish and colour to make the building a lot more appealing and correcting faults in line and level in the masonry.

If you wish to apply render on your external wall, you’d probably be wondering just how thick the render should be to perfectly serve both of functions. In this article, we’re going to take a look at just that!

For a render thickness, the British Standard Wind Driven Rain Index has come up with 4 ratings which include Sheltered, Moderate, Severe as well as Very Severe. An area with Very Severe rating include South West England. This rating implies that the thickness of the render in this area should be increased to at least 20mm for a direct one coat render applications as well as 5 to 6 external wall insulation base coat applications. And if you happen to reside within one mile of the coast, it’s strongly recommended you incorporate an extra repellent protection like Paraguard AG from Parex.

In general, render that’s prepared on site with cement and sand should be have a minimum of 20mm to 25mm thickness. Although, it should be noted that the quality of the render is based on quality of the sand incorporated, the design mix as well as being largely dependent on how good the mixing technique from the applicator is. The most common reasons why traditional renders fails is due to both poor mixing ratios and low quality materials used.

how to update old fitted wardrobes?

One of the main reasons why fitted wardrobes are a popular choice amongst homeowners is due to the fact that they’re able to help maximise storage space and since they’re usually customized for the particular room, they’re always good looking. However, just like any other home item, over time your installed wardrobe may start to look a bit dated and old fashioned. In these type of events and in order to save money, several homeowners would prefer to update its look to a more modern one without having to completely replace the fitted wardrobe with a new one. In this guide, we’ll give some great tips on how to update your old fitted wardrobe. Let’s take a look!

✓ Add mirrors to the wardrobe doors. Your old fitted wardrobe may be made of old fashioned laminate or chipboard which happens to draw scratches and dents here and there. If this is the case, you can simply add mirrors to help conceal the damage or unsightly marks.

✓ Include decorative trimming or panelling. You can choose from the various styles of trimmings you’ll find at hardware stores. By adding some strips of moulding, the whole look of your fitted wardrobe can change significantly.

✓ Painting. If the surface of the wardrobe permits, painting can go a long way to alter the look of the wardrobe.

✓ Change the handles. Handles may seem as a little item that doesn’t add to the aesthetics of the wardrobe. However, in reality, change your old handle with a more modern and fashionable one can make a great difference to the wardrobe’s overall appearance.

✓ Upgrade the interior. You can upgrade the interior of your wardrobe to give you more options and a better appearance. For instance, you may wish to have part of the wardrobe to offer integrated shelving or perhaps pull out drawers rather than having all the interior space for hanging clothes and garments.

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.

how much are fitted wardrobes?

We all need a reliable place to keep our clothes or dresses, however in situations where a standard freestanding wardrobe just won’t cut it, there is the need to put into consideration a fitted wardrobe. For instance, if you have a bedroom with acloves and sloping ceilings, you’ll discover that the standard-size, freestanding wardrobe just won’t be suitable as they’ll appear strange and look very much out of place while also not being able to put the available space to efficient use. In this regard, a fitted wardrobe will do a much better job as it’s a lot more suitable for mostly all types of bedrooms. So if you’re thinking about having one fitted in your bedroom, you’d probably want to know the just how much it’ll cost. In this article, we’re going to provide you with a good insight on fitted wardrobes cost.

Generally, the prices of fitted wardrobes depend largely on a number of factors. These variables include both the quality as well as the type of included fittings. The types of fitted wardrobes with their estimated price range are given below:

✓ Bespoke fitted bedroom wardrobe. This type can range between £2500 to about £3000 depending on the design details. The extras include mouldings, columns and panels.

✓ Simple two section closet. This type can range between £2500 to about £3200 depending on the design.

✓ Large bedroom, three section, six doors. This type of fitted wardrobe features both interior and exterior finishes alongside drawers and hanging space. The cost normally ranges between £4400 to £4900.

✓ Contemporary, sliding door fitted wardrobe. This type usually features three sections alongside door mirrors to make the bedroom appear larger. The cost normally ranges between £2800 to £3600.

how to insulate a loft roof?

Insulating your loft roof comes with a wide range of benefits. Not only do you get to maintain a comfortable temperature in your house for longer, but you’ll also get to cut down on your heating bills. If you wish to insulate your loft roof, you’ve come to the right place! This process can be very tedious and time consuming especially if you don’t what you’re doing or lack the required confidence to pull it off. It’s advisable to hire the services of a reputable professional who can guarantee the best results for help and also save you some time and money that can come from potentially costly errors.

 

Before you start rolling out, you’d have to make sure that all cracks, gaps and holes in the ceiling are filled with either a standard filler or decorators caulk. You can also clean between between the gaps in the joists thoroughly. And finally, check for hazards that can cause you problems before getting stated.

  • Remember to leave ventilation gaps as you start from the eaves. Then work towards the loft’s centre, starting from the point furthest from the hatch.
  • Lay the first layer between the joists which should be 100 mm and then the subsequent layer should be 170 mm to make it up to the recommended 270 mm.
  • Carry the electric cables above the insulation and work around visible light fittings.
  • Cut the roll in the centre of the floor when rolling out from the eaves on both sides with the help of a craft knife. Ensure that there are no gaps between the insulation and the joists’ edges.
  • Lag pipes as you go in order to prevent walking over the insulation to get back to them.
  • Ensure that the loft is totally insulated
  • Insulate the hatch.

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