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Bell Windows (Ni)

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Bell Windows was brought together in 2008 by Gordon Bell. Even though it is a relatively young company, Gordon himself has...
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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 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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05 Feb

Insulation | External Wall

Castlewellan - BT31

Enquiry from: Aoife B

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I would like to get a quote for how much it would be to add external wall insulation to by house

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18 Oct

Building work | Sound Proofing

Castlewellan - BT31

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Draught proofing doors and windows

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04 Oct

Building work | Sound Proofing

Castlewellan - BT31

Enquiry from: Kathleen M

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Looking to cut out neighbour noises like constant banging from running up and down stairs and noise ftom them banging on the upstairs of there house. Its vibrates all round my livingroom downstairs.

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24 Jan

House Extensions

Castlewellan - BT31

Enquiry from: Aislinn M

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Side extension to kitchen

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15 Oct

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Castlewellan - BT31

Enquiry from: Matthew M

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I need a price for my cavity insulation, it will be the blown in type.

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14 May

Conversion | Garage

Castlewellan - BT31

Enquiry from: Michelle D

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converting a garage room with a toilet|garage houses teh boiler as well so would be building around it an creating a small toilet Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you have a: Sin...

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13 Nov

New Build | Residential

Castlewellan - BT31

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12 Apr

Building Work | Porch

Castlewellan - BT31

Enquiry from: T M

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small porch Homeowner UPVC Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint

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26 Apr

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Large Prk - BT26

Enquiry from: Philip O

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Our house is circa 30 Years old and we would like a survey/quotation for loft insulation.

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15 Apr

Insulation | External Wall

Ballynahinch - BT24

Enquiry from: George H

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Roof insulation for conservatory roof approx 3.5 x 3.6 mtrs

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18 Nov

House Extensions

Banbridge - BT32

Enquiry from: Catherine K

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knock down existing sun room - extend kitchen out across patio - create utility room - entrance/mud room with shower - convert garage to room- add ensuite shower and toilet to garage room - add ensuit...

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02 Aug

Insulation | External Wall

Newry (South Down section) - BT34

Enquiry from: Brian M

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Conservatory ceiling insulation

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24 Jan

Building work | General

Newry (South Down section) - BT34

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19 Jan

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Downpatrick - BT30

Enquiry from: Rosie M

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Affordable warmth scheme loft insulation

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30 Nov

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Newry (South Down section) - BT34

Enquiry from: Paul D

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Loft insulation in single storey 2 bed bungalow

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22 Oct

Building work | Wall Rendering

Banbridge - BT32

Enquiry from: Robert B

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16 Oct

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Large Prk - BT26

Enquiry from: Emma M

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I need someone to lay loft insulation in a newbuild bungalow. The jnsulation has already been purchased and is in the loft with one layer already laid. I need someone to finish laying it.

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25 Sep

Building work | General

Waringsford - BT25

Enquiry from: Paul W

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6x4 or 6X6 Greenhouse with tough glass, delivered only I can install

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21 Sep

Insulation | External Wall

Newry (South Down section) - BT34

Enquiry from: Conor M

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external insulation cladding on gable wall. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 bedrooms property age: post-2000 please call to...

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18 Sep

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Large Prk - BT26

Enquiry from: Emma M

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I need someone to lay loft insulation in a newbuild bungalow. The jnsulation has already been purchased and is in the loft with one layer already laid. I need someone to finish laying it.

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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 Castlewellan is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

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.

what is a hip to gable loft conversion?

This is a type of loft conversion that extends your roof on the sloping side. It is a great option to go for especially where a hipped roof effectively makes the usable floor area a lot smaller which can be a tricky affair when it comes to putting in a new staircase. Here, the roof is extended from the current ridge in such a way that it effectively fills the gap between them. As a result, this turns the hip (in a hipped roof) into a gable to create space in your roof for a loft conversion - hence the name “hip to gable.

The new gable can be done in whatever way that suits both your taste as well as your property. You can make the new gable construction in woods and then tiled to match your existing roof while you can also go for other options such as brick block pebbledash or rendering. You are also free to fit in a new window into the loft conversion end so as to allow for natural light into the loft space.

A hip to gable loft conversion is mostly found on both semi detached and end terrace buildings, particularly those constructed in the 1930s. Overall, this type of loft conversion is particularly ideal for homes that features a hipped roof and with a sloping roof at the side of the property. Some detached properties can also possess a hipped roof on the side - and as such, a double hip to gable loft conversion can also be deal as it’ll create more loft space for usage. If your home fits into the bill, then you should be aware that once the project is completed, you’ll have plenty of usable space available to both you and your loved ones.

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.

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 a mortgage include renovation costs?

It can be very hurtful when you’re looking to get a house and then identifies one that’s almost perfect, but that one thing that’s lacking is significant enough to prevent you from making an offer. For instance, you may like neighbourhood, the lot’s size, the number of bedroom and lots more. However, the only thing that’s holding you from making an offer is the outdated kitchen. This is the point where you wonder whether a mortgage can include the cost of renovation. In this article, we’re going to give you a good insight into this and more. Let’s have a look!

One of the major things your lender will put into consideration when you apply for a mortgage is the price of the property in question. For instance, so you’ve found your “almost perfect home for let’s say £400,000 and the cost of your intended renovation work runs up to about £150,000. In this event, you’re definitely going to find lenders who wouldn’t be too keen to let go of their cash. And that’s mainly due to the fact that lenders are only able to afford you, at best, 95 percent of the purchasing price. In other words, if you really want the house, you’ll have to finance it yourself no matter how much potential you think the house possesses.

This, however, does not mean that you can’t find some mortgage lenders who’ll allow for building costs. They exist, but this will mostly take place when the work is complete and the property is revalued. You may also be lucky enough to get a purchase plus improvements mortgage which allows you to renovate now and pay off the renovations over time at a better interest rate than other loan types.

what is rendering on a house?

Rendering is an external wall’s plastered finish which provides a smooth finish while also protecting the brickwork from the elements like rain, snow and the likes. The traditional rendering is normally applied in two or three coats which enables it to be more resistant to surface cracks. In modern times, the finishes are largely different from the grey pebble dash of post war housing. Today, we now have a plethora of specialist products to pick from such as through-coloured silicone renders as well as one coat renders. The types of renders include the following:

✓ Cement renders. These are the common option that are usually mixed on site and used in a number of applications, then painted when dried. There’s a need to paint this type of render regularly to keep them looking great.

✓ Polymer renders. These are pre mixed and mostly pre coloured (usually with through colouring).

✓ Through-coloured products. These rendered do not need to be painted as the pigment is already added in the manufacturing process to colour the whole render.

✓ Lime renders. These are superior to cement as they’re less likely to trap moisture in the brickwork and also more good looking. However, they’re generally more costly and more difficult to apply.

Overall, rendering on a house provides several benefits. Not only is it able to protect your brickwork against the elements like the rain and wind, but it can also make the building more efficient. Being fully aware that about 30 percent of the energy used in heating a home is lost via the external walls, making use of a product such as acrylic insulated render is a smart approach to improve your home’s energy efficiency without affecting your interior living space.

Is a basement conversion worth it?

Whether a basement is worth converting depends on your location and how much work it requires.

A basement conversion can be a great way to add space to your home, and can raise your property value. However, it can also be one of the most expensive ways to do this, so if there’s a possibility to extend your property, or convert a loft or garage, it’s worth considering this first.

You should also compare how much your basement conversion will cost with the amount it could raise your property value by. In some areas, a quality basement conversion could earn you money in the long run, but in others it’ll only cost you. If you’re planning on staying in your property for a long time this might not matter to you, but if it’s not your forever home then it’s an important thing to think about.

Is loft insulation flammable?

When thinking about the right insulation material for your loft, some of the first few things that comes to mind is the various properties of that material as well as how good they fit with your home’s needs.naturally, you’d like to ensure that the insulation will be efficient enough to add to the overall energy efficiency of your home, however there are also other features that may not get as much attention but also happens to be equally important. As the primary function of an insulation is to blanket your house to offer a barrier against heat loss, going for an insulation material that’s also fireproof is crucial as loft insulation can burn. Although most insulation materials are fireproof, a myriad of problems can actually make your insulation burn.

 

For instance, fibreglass insulation is produced using glass combined with plastic polymers and is naturally resistant to fire. However, even at that you’d have to be careful with batts that are supported with foil or paper due to the fact that these materials can burn pretty quickly. Cellulose, on the other hand, is not fireproof and is required to be treated by other flame retardants in order to help reduce combustion. Some of the best insulation materials that are resistant to fire includes the following:

  • Fibre glass. This is made of glass that’s spun into fibres, then combined using plastic polymers. As a result, fiberglass insulation is naturally resistant to fire.
  • Mineral wool. Having a high melting temperature, this insulation material happens to be a great fit for thermal applications due to its superior fire resistant properties. In fact, mineral wool is still naturally non-combustible even if composed of recycled iron and steel by-products, or from actual mineral rock itself.

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