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Designer drives & patios

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Designer Drives & Patios LTD got over 20 years experience in the building situation which includes replacing Old driveways...
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JT ECO Solutions provide energy efficient measures to properties throughout Wales and the West through the Government Sche...
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We offer quality service at a very reasonable price. All our work is guaranteed to be installed by professionals, wood is ...
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Greenways landscaping

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Recent Builder Enquiries

03 Jul

Building work | Wall Rendering

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Susan H

Start Date: Immediate

Render repairs on 4 walls and query complete render on one wall. What I really need is for someone to come out and have a look, I am not even sure what type of render it is.

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17 Jan

Building work | General

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: David P

Start Date: Immediate

Greenhouse 12.5ft x 8.5ft dismantling and relocating, including building a suitable base in the new location.

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01 Nov

Building work | Wall Cladding

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Mrs R

Start Date: Immediate

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cladding for two cottages in one outside render needs to be taken off first. The cottage we are looking for this work for is on an estate agent site. 1 the cottage fenny Bridges Honiton East Devon. Th...

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13 Oct

House Extensions

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Jaffar S

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mr requested quotes for house extension from a builder around axminster. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information below i...

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10 Oct

House Extensions

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Jaffar S

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

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07 Oct

House Extensions

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Jaffar S

Start Date: Immediate

customer in axminster areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for house extension.confirmed interest via sms at 04/10/2022 21:15.please call to arrange appoint...

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02 Sep

House Extensions

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Jaffar S

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mr requested quotes for house extension from a builder around axminster. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information below i...

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16 Aug

Building work | General

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: PETER A

Start Date: Immediate

bungalow requires underpinning are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what type of work do you need to have done: other do you have the materials you need in order ...

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16 Jan

Conversion | Garage

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Andy W

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looking to convert detached garage into a self contained bedroom with shower room and kitchenette. are you the property owner: owner of the property what will the space be used for: living space do yo...

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22 Apr

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Cyril L

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cavity wall insulation - eps beads injected into existing cavities are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 property age: post-2000...

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21 Aug

Building work | General

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Paul A

Start Date: Less than one month

we would like the opening direction of a bedroom door changed time scale: immediate please call to appoint time scale: less than one month

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04 Aug

Building work | General

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Paul A

Start Date: Less than one month

bedroom door to be removed and replaced opening outwards. please call to appoint

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05 Mar

House Extensions

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Steve W

Start Date: Immediate

Single storey extensions to front and rear of bungalow. This will involve remodelling the existing building. I have already produced a scale drawing of my desired layout, but it is not in sufficient d...

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14 Oct

Conversion | Loft

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Jenny S

Start Date: Immediate

Home Owner Call to Appoint

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15 Sep

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Michael J

Start Date: Less than one month

10 x 4 mt loft floor insulation. Loft is empty

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30 Oct

Building work | Refurbishment

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Sue P

Start Date: Immediate

Old cottage needs updating

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23 Sep

Building work | General

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: W

Start Date: Immediate

I have a chimney that hasn't been used. I need it to be relined.

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24 Jun

House Extensions

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Janette C

Start Date: Immediate

I am about to purchase the above Grade 2 Listed House. I will need a Structural Engineer report to provide evidence towards my Heritage Impact Analysis Statement for minor internal alterations. I nee...

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15 May

House Extensions

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Leon C

Start Date: Immediate

Single story flat roof extension 4 m x 4 m Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Looking For: Single storey extension Property Type: Terrace Do you have planning permission: No Would you...

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13 May

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Alan paul H

Start Date: Immediate

Work description: Insulation in the rafters of a grade 2 listed building with a tiled roof with stair access to the loft Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detache...

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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 Axminster is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

how much do roof rooms cost?

How Much Do Roof Rooms Cost?

The price of your roof room may vary depending on your location within the country. Other factors that can also play a key role in determining the price of a roof room includes the conversion’s type as well as the legal and technical issues it’s currently facing. Usually, the cost of roof rooms will range between £1,200 to £2,000 per square metre. The differences in the price per square metre is influenced by the size of the alterations to the roof, the type of roof room to be constructed, the access, location as well as the finishing type.

• DORMER LOFT CONVERSION.

Here, one of the slopes of a pitched roof is substituted for a box-shaped structure. The outcome is a flat roof space which enables the fitting of full sized windows as well as the incorporation of several appliances. This is quite expensive as it involves a total rebuilding of one roof pitch alongside the complete internal works that are associated. The average cost of a standard dormer loft project will range between £25,000 to £50,000.

• HIP TO GABLE LOFT CONVERSION

Here a vertical brick wall is used to substitute the roof’s slope at the ending part of the terrace on detached buildings. The average cost of this type of roof room will range between £32,000 to £60,000.

• ROOFLIGHT LOFT CONVERSION

This basically involves fitting rooflight windows in the roof. Other improvements include flooring, plasterboarding, strengthening of the existing floor, as well as installation of rooflights. The average cost of this type of roof room will range between £15,000 to £25,000.

• MANSARD LOFT EXTENSION

This roof room can create an extra storey on top of an existing building as it makes a space featuring two or four external walls that are a bit sloped. The average cost of this type of roof room will range between £40,000 to £70,000.

can i build a room in my garden?

The short and simple answer to this question is yes, you can build a room in your garden. In fact, if you want an additional space for a living room, dining room, games room, study room or perhaps you want something as cool as a pool house, then looking at your garden for a solution may just be the perfect answer to your need for an extra outdoor living space.

Outbuildings such as garden rooms do not usually require planning permission as they’re usually covered by the permitted development. As a result, making it even a lot more attractive to homeowners who would not like to pass through the stress involved or pay the money required to submit an application for planning permission. However, if you need your garden room to be covered by permitted development ( if it’s not a listed building or in a designated area), you must follow these guidelines:

✓ The garden room shouldn’t be in front of your home or property.

✓ The total area of your extensions, sheds and outbuildings ( which includes your garden room), must not go beyond 50 percent of the total land area surrounding your property.

✓ It must be a single storey that’s less than 3 metres high ( 4 metres for a dual pitched roof). And it must not go beyond 2.5 metres in height if the structure is within 2 metres of your boundary.

✓ The eaves must not go beyond 2.5 metres above ground level.

✓ It must not feature a balcony, veranda or any raised platform

✓ It must not be a self contained living accommodation.

The position of your garden room will be partly determined by the space available in your garden. If you need it to link it to your utilities then positioning it a bit close to your main house would be a cost effective choice unless you’re using off grid sources of power, heat as well as water.

Do I need planning permission for external wall insulation?

If you want to install an external wall, it is only wise to consider whether or not a planning permission is required in order to avoid a hefty fine. In a great kudos to the government and a welcome relief to home and property owners, the installation of external wall insulation is seen as an “improvement to the house and not an “extension or an “enlargement. Ultimately, this implies that external wall insulation fitting is to be done under permitted development and a planning application may not be required. However, like many other regulations, there are also exceptions to this rule and the main one is if the activity changes the appearance of your property. Properties such as a listed building having tighter regulations may pose some issues. As a result, we’d advise you to consult your local authority to ensure that there’s no fast rule to this topic before commencement of the external wall insulation project.

At the moment, according to the Government Building Regulations, the surface of the entire wall is to be improved to existing standards if the area to be insulated exceeds 25 percent of the wall. In normal situations this is usually the typical case, however to prevent avoidable fines and other possible punishments, it is always best to reach to your local authority and check out the rules guiding external wall insulation in your constituency. Furthermore, since external wall insulation is not a task that’s recommended to be done by yourself, you can also ask the professional external wall insulation fitting company for the applying rules before proceeding. As a good professional, the company should have a better knowledge of the rules and regulation guiding its activities.

How good is external wall insulation?

External Wall Insulation (EWI) is the act of insulating a home by fitting insulation to the exterior parts of the building which in turn improves thermal performance, cuts energy consumption ( savings on energy bill) and also adds to the home’s visual appeal. The systems are built in multiple layers, with the insulation board offering a plethora of options with each being suitable to varying projects and their needs. Installing an external wall insulation comes with a variety of benefits, let’s have a look!

• Thermal Performance Improvement

With EWI, the thermal inertia of the walls are greatly enhanced while also restricting the loss of heat. Ultimately, this lowers heating costs, enhances the comfort of indoor thermal and also reduces CO2 pollution.

• Eliminates Noise Pollution

When the noise levels are high, it can have a bad impact on our overall well being. A great way to reduce the disturbances from the outside like traffic noise is by fitting an External Wall Installation system.

• More Comfortable Living Space

Do you know the damp in homes can contribute to respiratory problems? A properly insulated home will greatly limit the impact of condensation by combating the damp issues. As a result, you can always expect your house to be cosy and comfy irrespective of the season. A cooler summer and warmer spring is guaranteed with EWI.

• Enhances The Property’s Visual Appeal

Looking for an excuse to rejuvenate your home’s aesthetic appeal? Well, you can as well try out adding an EWI system. There are a plethora of unique colours and styles you can pick from to beautify your home effortlessly.

• Adds Value To Property

An insulated home will generally cost more than an uninsulated one at the time of resale. Potential home buyers are more interested in the acquisition of a home with an EWI system due to its various benefits - and a higher demand can only imply a higher price!

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.

How can I find a builder in my area?

Finding a builder nearby can have enormous assistance when it comes to your build. Period on site, their familiarity of local planning permission, constructors’ dealers and other local trades are all vital bits of knowledge that you’ll welcome on site.

It is always wise to walk around in your local area or drive to a site where any construction work is going on. It’ll give you a proper impression of the constructors who are active nearby. You don’t have to like their style of work or the project they are currently carrying out – after all, a builder can only produce what’s on the plans in front of them.

Find a Builder Other Tradesmen Recommend

If you’ve had to call an electrician before or a local plumber and liked their work, you can always ask them if they have any builders whom they would recommend. Maximum tradesmen get used to seeing the similar acquainted names from one place to another in the sites they are working on and every so often has favourites for who they like to work with — and who they see as a good source of work.

Always Talk to Previous Customers

Once you’ve found a builder you would like to work with, ask them for a list of previous customers they have worked with; they ought to be glad to offer particulars if they’re self-assured they’ve done an effective job.

Look for a builder online

A decent place to start looking for builders online is on sites like the Federation of Master Builders. They have a search tool where you can find precise crafts in your area and look at their situations. All FMB members are assessed and individualistically examined and are checked to ensure that they have the correct insurances in place.

how much is a porch?

If you’ve decided to construct a porch to your property and now looking to figure out the cost required to complete the project, then you’re at the right place!

There are many factors that comes to play when determining the price of building a porch. These factors includes the size of the porch, the number of windows, the style of the roof as well as the type of the porch selected. Now let’s take a look at these factors one after the other.

• The Porch’s Size

As you would have correctly imagined, a large porch will definitely cost more money than a smaller one. A rough estimate of a porch’s cost per square metre is approximately £1,400.

• The Number Of Windows

Just like in the scenario above, the more the number of windows to be incorporated, the more money you’ll have to pay to complete your porch. A porch window will generally cost you within a range of £300 to £1,000

• The Style Of The Roof

There are two popular styles of porch’s roof which includes a tiled rood and a rubber flat roof. Generally, roof tiles are costlier than a rubber flat roof. A tiled roof would cost you between £0.80 to £1.80 per roof tile, while a rubber roofing will cost your between £70 to £90 per metre squared.

• Type Of The Porch

Another huge determinant of a porch’s price is type of material incorporated. For instance, if your preferred type is a lean-to, the price of a uPVC would be between £2,300 to £2,700. Meanwhile, a flat gable roof porch should cost within a range of £3,300 to £3,800.

Kindly note that the costs quoted in this article are only rough estimates, for a more accurate estimate you can contact a porch building professional within your local area.

Will my garage conversion cause disruption to the rest of the house?

It shouldn’t do. Most companies will do all the interior work first, and the last job to do will be creating the opening from the house to the conversion. A reputable company will make sure they cause as little disruption as possible during this time.

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