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We are a Family run business . With over 35 years experience. Between us with our small team. we pride ourselves on our ho...
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Jd paving

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My names John from JD PAVING we are a proud family run business and got over 50+ experience in the landscaping industry we...
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Lakes Joinery Co.

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Expert joiners offering a wide range of services to customers in Ulverston, Barrow and the surrounding areas.
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At LS Paving, we pride ourselves on a top quality and friendly service and strive to achieve 100% customer satisfaction. W...
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Best design paving

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We provide free estimates, free site surveys, and we do not ask for a deposit prior to work commencing. Naturally we have ...

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05 Jan

Building Work | Porch

Coniston - LA21

Enquiry from: Valerie K

Start Date: Immediate

Homeowner Repair to front porch Please contact to appoint

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14 Sep

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Kendal - LA9

Enquiry from: Sophie J

Start Date: Immediate

Cavity wall inspection Report

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12 Jan

Building work | General

Kendal - LA9

Enquiry from: Steve L

Start Date: Immediate

Expression of interest for plots works to 78 new build houses in Lancaster. Please confirm email address for enquiry.

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14 Nov

Building Work | Porch

Ulverston - LA12

Enquiry from: Colin F

Start Date: Immediate

porch 2x1.5 metres plan area. outside door, flat roof, opening window, no electrics, concrete base. are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have planning permission: no what material ...

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14 Nov

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Kendal - LA8

Enquiry from: Rupert T

Start Date: Immediate

Hello is it possible to arrange for a quote to install room in roof insulation and top up attic insulation for a two bedroom let property, Lowbridge Lodge ***.

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26 Oct

Building work | Sound Proofing

Windermere - LA23

Enquiry from: Jeanette B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

upgrade of sound proofing on kitchen floor to prevent noise transfer to apartment below are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other how many rooms are you looking to have so...

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24 Oct

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Ulverston - LA12

Enquiry from: Cw S

Start Date: Immediate

Additional insulation to top up existing loft insulation

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29 Jul

House Extensions | Single Storey

Grange-over-Sands - LA11

Enquiry from: Geoffrey H

Start Date: Immediate

Modular rear extension circa 5,m c3m

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30 Jun

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Kendal - LA9

Enquiry from: Rachel N

Start Date: Immediate

I do not want a quote at this stage . i would like my loft and the existing insulation to be assessed on site at my house as to whether it meets the current Insulation standards.

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29 May

Building work | General

Millom - LA19

Enquiry from: Deryck F

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Roof trusses for a new build,

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27 Apr

Building work | Sound Proofing

Kendal - LA9

Enquiry from: Sarah R

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Sound proofing for party wall with our neighbour.

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08 Mar

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Kendal - LA9

Enquiry from: George M

Start Date: Immediate

replace existing loft insulation 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 requir...

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02 Nov

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Grange-over-Sands - LA11

Enquiry from: John E

Start Date: Immediate

we're looking to upgrade the loft insulation in our bungalow, and possibly install underfloor insulation as well. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many be...

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08 Sep

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Ulverston - LA12

Enquiry from: John D

Start Date: Immediate

loft insulation to our detached house to improve the present insulation. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 do you currently ...

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11 Jun

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Ulverston - LA12

Enquiry from: Janet L

Start Date: Immediate

Old loft insulation removing.

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01 May

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Grange-over-Sands - LA11

Enquiry from: Roger H

Start Date: Immediate

cavitywall insulation polystyrene beads. 3 bed bungalow are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 property age: 1930-70 are you in a...

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02 Apr

Conversion | Garage

Windermere - LA23

Enquiry from: Jo S

Start Date: Immediate

i would like a new garage door, side door adding, fully lined out, toilet, sink and plumbing for washing machine. thank you. are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have a: single ga...

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09 Mar

Building work | Sound Proofing

Grange-over-Sands - LA11

Enquiry from: Moya M

Start Date: Less than one month

we need to install sound proofing in the ceiling of our ground floor flat so that we cannot hear the poeple in the flat above. we believe that one bedroom has already been done, so we are looking to s...

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16 Feb

Building work | General

Ulverston - LA12

Enquiry from: Susan S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

External wall insulation Lead

due to storm damage, we need the remains of an old greenhouse removed and a new 10ft x 12ft built are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what type of work do you ne...

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16 Feb

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Kendal - LA9

Enquiry from: Oliver R

Start Date: Immediate

5m cubed basf wallite or something similar property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 property age: 1930-70 are you in a conservation area: no are you the property owner: owner of the...

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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 Coniston is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

how to repair rendering on wall?

Did you try rendering a wall but it doesn’t turn out the way you would have hoped for? Or perhaps you’ve been watching your wall render gradually deteriorate over time. Regard of your purpose, learning how to repair render cracks on wall is usually a great skill to have with your home maintenance in mind. However, whenever these crack are too large or difficult, we’d recommend you call in a reliable professional who can guarantee the best results for help. In this guide, we’re going to take you through the wall render repairing process. Let’s have a look!

No matter how solid a building material is, over time it’ll yield to the elements. When it comes to wall rendering it may be a case of too much sunshine or a costly mistake in the application process, but in truth, it cracks just because it cracks.

In order to repair render cracks, you’d have to start with a removal of damaged or cracked render. You’ll have to remove all the render or just a small section depending on the area you’re working on. If you’re able to clean all of the existing render as well as the paint over it all (both old and new), then removing a small section would work better as it makes it look neat and redone. Upon the removal of the existing render, the next important step would be to remove all loose material as well. Once done, you can then leave for up to 2 days to allow any trapped moisture to come out. Unfortunately, if the rains you’d have to wait till that dries too before you proceed.

Once dried, you can buy a pre-prepared render mix which already contains cement, lime and sand. Mix a 20kg bag with 4 litres of water (or check the product instructions and follow strictly), the mix to a fine consistency. Render is quick to dry, so you’d want to apply within 30 minutes of mixing. Make use of a trowel to apply the render on the affected spots and blend with the surrounding area.

Do bricklayers need a license?

Laying of bricks is a skilful trade which requires the bricklayer to fully understand the process involved in the required building material preparation necessary to construct a foundation as well as to mix the concrete or mortar. As a tradesperson, you also need to fully comprehend how to make use of various materials and master the art of shaping, polishing and cutting it. A typical bricklaying endeavour is expected to include different activities such as preparation of the surface, assembly, installation, reinforcement as well as repair.

As a result, every aspect of the job demands an in depth and extensive knowledge, skills and also experience. To get started in this career path, you can also consider getting a bricklaying license as this will stand you out from the lots from your customer’s point of view. However, to obtain a bricklaying license, you’ll need to have some qualifications which includes an industry experience in the field as well as a trade certificate. These formal and nationally recognized qualifications can be gotten through the Recognition of Prior Learning.

It must, however, be said that several states will require either a building practitioner registration or a bricklaying license to enable you practice as a professional bricklayer in order to ensure that the national standards for quality is always met. In other states, a bricklayer must meet some certain registration requirements or possess concrete licenses. Some will necessitate that you register as a building practitioner to take on certain projects but only to a particular level.

Overall, a bricklaying license will help you meet the building commission’s requirements so as to avoid stern punishments like fines and sanctions. It also allows you to sign legal contracts and agreements, market your services and lots more to steer ahead of competition in the industry.

How to renovate a house?

As with every home development project, a home makeover comes with heaps of preparation and, hard work, but it is a remarkable way to breathe new life into an old home.

RESEARCH PERIOD FEATURES AND SAFEGUARD THEM

Get to know your household better, the time it was constructed in, and the kind of individuals who would have lived there. The greatest tactic is to repair current structures, make the house dry and safe.

CHECK FOR RENOVATION RESTRICTIONS BEFORE YOU START

There are certain restrictions that don’t allow you to remodel your house after a certain extent, it should be made clear to you when you purchase the property but if you are unsure about the regulations you should check them up, as it is a criminal offence to carry out unauthorised work to a listed home. Restrictions in Conservation Areas generally affect only the exterior of the property as the intention is to ‘preserve or enhance the character or appearance’ of an area, but the right to develop your house will be affected. This means the kind of work that you could have easily completed in a different location may need certain planning and even permissions to complete in your area.

CREATE A DESIGN FOR YOUR HOUSE RENOVATION

It is very important that you take your time to perfect the design. This will help to ensure that the finished work is in tune with your needs. You will also need to figure it out how the changes might play with the original building.

FIND THE BEST CONTRACTORS FOR YOUR RENOVATION

If you are planning on managing the renovation project yourself, it is advisable to ask from friends or family who have renovated their house before and have undergone a similar experience. They can help you find the right architect and builder. Or else, you can always opt for a project manager.

Do I need my neighbours’ permission for an extension?

Well the reality is, sometimes, neighbours just don’t get along. With several individuals living in close proximity, it’s little surprise they tend to get on one another’s nerves from time to time. However, there’s a difference between having a tiff and being able to transform your house the way you want without having to obtain your neighbour’s approval.

The short and simple answer to this question is, not necessarily. However, you must first educate yourself by thinking about your extension and how it affects the houses around you. We’d strongly recommend you talk proposals through with your neighbour so as to avoid possible conflicts later. There are a number of reasons why your neighbour can protest to your new home extension plans. Let’s take a look!

 

  • In the event whereby your new extension is blocking their view or providing an unwanted shade on their property. Here, they have a legitimate reason to protest as no one would want their once sunny garden suddenly covered or plummet into shade.
  • In the event where it leads to a loss of privacy. For instance, if your new extension possesses a window which overlooks the neighbour’s property in any way. This is likely to be taken as an invasion of privacy and that has a little to no chance of being a welcomed idea.
  • If it’s a major project and going to take a lot of weeks before completion. The noise generated, especially when your neighbours are enjoying your summer holidays or weekends, can make their gardens not as relaxing as it used to be.
How to get free external wall insulation?

This is a very great opportunity to not only get free external wall insulation, but also cut down your energy bills depending on the type of property you live in. Generally, to enjoy free external wall insulation you must at least be part of the group receiving one of the benefits listed below and also depends on the amount of money you earn. The benefits include:

• Income based jobseeker’s allowance (JSA)

• Income support

• Income-related employment and support allowance (ESA)

• Tax credits

• Pension credit guarantee credit.

• Universal credit.

There are also other important factors that determines if you can have a free insulation fitted on your property. These includes the place you reside, the carbon level of your home and according to some suppliers, the level of beneficial impact the insulation will have on your home. In order to have a free external wall insulation installed, you must either be the owner of your home or at least obtain the go ahead from your landlord before any external wall insulation activity can be made.

Good news is, if you fit the aforementioned criteria and you’ve already installed an external wall insulation, you just may be entitled to receive a refund for the good job done. However, to really find out if you’re eligible, we’d recommend you get in touch with your supplier directly. Also, the Energy Saving Trust (EST) can direct you to some organizations who can assist you in the determination of your eligibility.

As a home and property owner living in England, you can also check out the Each Home Counts Advice Website which is committed to giving impartial energy efficiency advice.

At the end of the day, if it turns out you happen to be ineligible for a free external wall insulation, you can still go ahead to contact a professional installer for a help at a competitive price to enjoy the several benefits that comes with home insulation.

Will insulation save me money on my energy bills?

This depends on the amount of insulation already present in your property. However, adding insulation has been proven to improve the energy efficiency of your home and decrease your heating bills, this is more obvious in older properties or where single glazing is still in situ.

Are there grants available for external wall insulation?

External wall insulation works to keep your home cosy and comfy while also helping to cut the energy bills. However with the great benefits also comes great costs, so it’s actually a logical decision to know whether there are grants out there which you’re eligible for to help you handle the cost of the external wall insulation.

There are grants available for external wall insulation, but rarely will you find one that covers the full installation cost. With the help of the government’s Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme, a couple of energy companies assist in making your home more energy efficient by offering grants or free insulation. In certain cases whereby you receive particular state benefits, you may as well qualify for a higher grant that’ll cover more of the insulation cost.

However, if your energy supplier doesn’t offer any grant, you need not worry as you can save as much on energy bill after installation. Here’s what insulation can help you save per year on energy bills:

• Floor insulation can help you save within a range of £30 to £75 each year.

• Cavity wall insulation can help you save about £85 to £280 a year.

• Loft Insulation (270mm) can help you save about £135 to £250 a year.

Generally, the amount you’ll be able to save on your energy bills depends mainly on the type and size of your property, as well as how energy efficient it already is without the insulation. In the long run, your external wall insulation will more than give you back your investment on the valuable project through your savings on energy bills. In other words, whether or not you’re eligible for a grant should never stop you from installing an external wall insulation.

how to repair hole in asphalt driveway?

Is there a hole in your asphalt driveway you feel you can repair yourself? If it’s something you know you can confidently do then this step by step guide is just for you. If otherwise, then we’d recommend you hire the services of a reliable professional who can guarantee the best results while also saving you some time and extra money that could result from possible errors. In this article, we’d go over the reparation process of an asphalt driveway with a hole in it.

✓ Get the necessary tools. You’re going to need a broom ( to clean the area), caulking gun ( to fill the hole), a hand tamp a plate compactor or a hammer ( to level the filled in hole) and a weeding glove (just in case there are weeds growing in the hole).

✓ Prepare the area. Do this by weeding the plants or weeds that might have grown inside the hole and identify your asphalt filler.

✓ Wet your soil, if necessary. It’s important to note that this is only necessary if your soil is dry to help the filler stick properly.

✓ Fill in deep holes. If the hole goes down about 3 to 4 inches or more, simply fill it with any material like rocks, clay etc.

✓ Apply the asphalt filler. Fill the hole with the asphalt filler to about half an inch higher than the surface of the driveway.

✓ Level the filler. For a large hole, make use of a plate compactor or a hand stamp, but a hammer will be sufficient for smaller holes.

✓ Cover the hole, if necessary. If your home isn’t level, covering your hole with a piece of plywood is advisable.

✓ Clean off the seal. After the asphalt looks done and in place, simply brush away the debris from the seal to finish off the project.

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