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26 Apr

Conversion | Garage

Torrington - EX38

Enquiry from: Jim B

Start Date: Immediate

Converting a double garage into an art and craft studio for two people|Currently a single skin building with apex roof, one side window and concrete floor. Floor needs to be functional for artist pai...

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21 Oct

Conversion | Loft

Torrington - EX38

Enquiry from: D C

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myloftconversionprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Property owner: Owner, Looking to convert into: Bedroom, Work description: Height of roof nee...

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07 Nov

Building work | Wall Rendering

Beaworthy - EX21

Enquiry from: Mike C

Start Date: Immediate

Had level 3 survey done, need a quote to re-render house

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03 Jul

Building work | Wall Rendering

Barnstaple - EX31

Enquiry from: Mike R

Start Date: Immediate

hi, we are nearing completion of our extension - double skin blockwork about 100 sq m. our builder has suggested a k rend or similar finish. is this something you'd be able to quote for and what's yo...

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01 Jun

Conversion | Loft

Bideford - EX39

Enquiry from: Pauline P

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I am looking for a quote for a garden room please

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16 May

Building work | Wall Rendering

Holsworthy - EX22

Enquiry from: Andrew B

Start Date: Immediate

We need some basic remedial work done to an SAS GoRend application specified after examination by the manufacturer to maintain the manufacturers Warranty. Payment will be directly from us the owner. P...

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10 May

Building work | Wall Rendering

Beaworthy - EX21

Enquiry from: Elaine H

Start Date: Immediate

We have just had a chapel converted so was wanting to have it rendered now if possible please As this is going to.be a holiday let we need it done ASAP please

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08 Apr

Building work | Wall Rendering

Barnstaple - EX32

Enquiry from: Jane G

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We have a cob barn that has lost some plaster patches on the inside. We are looking for a quote to repair and stabilise these patches.

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15 Feb

Building work | Wall Rendering

Barnstaple - EX32

Enquiry from: James R

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Hi. Our House is circa 1805 and made of cob with a lime render. Part of the render has just fallen off - I knew it was a bit loose but not this bad. Is it possible for you to come and provide a quote ...

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10 Jan

Building work | Wall Cladding

Holsworthy - EX22

Enquiry from: David C

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Cladding to bring warmth to the house.

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30 Nov

Building work | General

Braunton - EX33

Enquiry from: Jason C

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Please can you let me have a budget price to cast a concrete slab, 10.5m x 3.5m @ 150mm depth, including mesh as required. The slab will be cast on to an existing concrete walkway in order to raise th...

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20 Nov

Building work | General

Bideford - EX39

Enquiry from: Darren P

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2-3 Parking spaces with drainage and fencing

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29 Sep

Building work | Wall Rendering

Barnstaple - EX32

Enquiry from: John B

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i live in a property that was built in about 1800. the rough cast render on one wall is bulging and needs to be repaired / replaced. i should appreciate it if you could make an assessment of what is ...

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08 Sep

Building work | Wall Rendering

Barnstaple - EX31

Enquiry from: Laurie R

Start Date: Immediate

We have condensation and potential damp issues as our random rubble built house has been hard rendered. Looking for solutions

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12 Jun

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Holsworthy - EX22

Enquiry from: Eddie B

Start Date: Immediate

dry dmp patches on bedroom ceiling, not sure if there is a problem in the loft are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 do you...

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08 May

Driveway Repair

North Tawton, Okehampton - EX20

Enquiry from: Sheryl H

Start Date: Immediate

Quote to repair our double width driveway, currently mud, clay and left over gravel

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15 Apr

Insulation | Cavity Wall

North Tawton, Okehampton - EX20

Enquiry from: Derek M

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we have an old solid stone house with a single story extension comprising a bedroom, bathroom and walk in cupboard. we have newly installed flat roof with insulation and new double glazing units. howe...

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15 Feb

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Braunton - EX33

Enquiry from: Nicky B

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ms requested quotes for cavity wall insulation from a builder around braunton. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information b...

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24 Jan

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Holsworthy - EX22

Enquiry from: Robert M

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removal of spray insulation in roof space are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 do you currently have loft insulationn: yes...

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20 Jul

Insulation | External Wall

Holsworthy - EX22

Enquiry from: Karen A

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Supply and lay Strata Vap VCL foil layer prior to install of insulation. Supply and lay Tapered insulation Supply and install Alwitra Evalon VSK membrane to insulated roof finishing perimeter edges ...

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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 Torrington is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

What cement should I use for bricklaying?

Cement is a crucial element in bricklaying that’s widely used in both construction as well as finishing works. Generally, they’re used to aerate concrete blocks, connect bricks, prepare plaster, floor levelling as well as the making of precast products. The major reason cement is one of the most common construction materials as its incredible ability to hold structure together. To get a cement plaster, you’d simply have to mix cement with both water and sand. However, when you mix cement with lime, sand and water, you’ll get a mortar.

For cements mortars to be used inside joints, you’ll have to include 1 part cement at the minimum to not more than 2 parts sand by weight which should be dry mixed and moistened with enough water to allow for troweling and packing without falling apart. Generally, the cement sand ratio in a mortar is in between 1:2 to 1:6. The cement and sand mix ratio is largely based on the importance of the project.

Cement provides a plethora of uses in bricklaying and these includes:

• Preparation of cement concrete

• Preparation of cement mortar

• Building fireproof and thermal proof structures

• Building chemical proof structures

• Serving as a grout material

• Building hydrographic and frost resistant structures

• Manufacturing precast members

• Constructing aesthetic concrete

• Constructing cement concrete roads

There are several types of cements with each having its specific purpose. For instance, the type of cement more suited to building a fire proof structure is a high alumnia cement and to build a hydrographic structure, cements like expanding cement, hydrophobic cement, pozzolana cement and quick setting cement are the best bet. Acid resistant cements are more useful in building chemical proof structures, portland cements are best suited to making grout materials, while coloured cements are preferable to building aesthetic structures.

how much does a porch cost?

Are you interested in constructing a porch to your property? Estimating the cost of the project before proceeding will solve a lot of possible headaches in the future.

A porch is great place where you can keep your shoes, jackets, dog leads as well as other items to create free space within the property. Apart from this, a porch also serves numerous other purposes to make it a very good structure to have on your property. Not only is it a good means to put a roof over your head when it’s pouring with rain, but also a highly economical way to add floor space to your home. The question, however, how much would it cost to build a porch?

The price of building a porch is based on a wide variety of factors such as the type of materials required, the size of the porch, location of the structure and lots more. As a result, you should note that this guide provide figures that are only a rough guide that’ll put you on the right direction to make informed decisions.

Depending on the type of porch you choose to build, the average cost range from £1,900 to £2,100 for a uPVC porch and up to £10,000 for a lean to porch. There are other types of porch including the traditional porches ( Edwardian and Victorian porches) costing within a range of £2,500 to £8,400.

The materials required also has a great influence in determining the price of a porch. An aluminium porch will cost between £7,5000 to £8,200, while a brick porch will cost slightly less between the range of £2,000 to £8,000. They can both be constructed either as a front porch or as a rear porch, but due to fewer restrictions on aluminium porch, it can be made a lot larger.

how much does a loft room cost?

How Much Does A Loft Room Cost

In the event whereby you happen to run out of space in your home and extending sideways or moving out isn’t even a considerable option, the next best solution is to look upwards - the loft. The loft can be converted into a room that can used to satisfy varying purposes, be it a storage room, bedroom, home office, spare bathroom and more. There are a number of loft conversion styles you can go for including a room in loft conversion, dormer style conversion, mansard conversion, or a hip-to-gable conversion. Regardless of your choice, each of the types will not only give you new rooms to enjoy but also add value to your home. However, before getting started, it’s crucial to have an idea of the loft conversion cost to help you prepare a budget and begin planning. Here, you’ll discover the most likely loft room cost for each conversion style you opt for.

• Room In Loft Conversion

This is only suitable for some specific home, but it’s however the most affordable option of the lots. This loft conversion style will cost within the range of £15,000 to £20,000 (prices can be higher in regions where tradesmen are higher in demand such as London and the south east).

• Dormer Loft Conversion

These are relatively simple and straightforward to include in your home. The cost ranges between £31,000 to £58,000 depending on the conversion’s size and other factors.

• Hip To Gable Loft Conversion

This style of loft conversion is more complex than the aforementioned ones, hence they’re usually more costly to complete. The price ranges between £42,000 to £65,000.

• Mansard Loft Conversion

This style of loft conversion is the most complex of the lot and includes a complete overhaul of your loft. The price ranges between £45,000 to £70,000.

• Bungalow Loft Conversion

Any of the main styles above can be done to a bungalow if the planning requirements are fully complied with and if the property is suitable. The price ranges between £30,000 to £70,000.

when is underpinning required

If you’re currently experiencing some structural issues with your building or property and you’ve heard a thing or two about the several benefits associated with getting underpinning done, you may be wondering if underpinning might just be the answer to your worries. Well, one thing you should when it comes to underpinning is the fact that, while there are some structural issues that may actually warrant an underpinning job, there are also some situations that can not be fixed by underpinning. In this post, we’re going to consider the events whereby underpinning of your house will be required. Let’s take a look!

First and foremost, you should know that underpinning isn’t required for issues related to slab heave. Footing movements which are likely to reverse normally occur when the content of the soil moisture changes unevenly which gives rise to slab heave. This movement results for a reversible effect.

Generally, underpinning is done to remedy problems related with the movement of the footings of a building or property, but as stated above – not all movements require underpinning. So, when is underpinning required? More often than not, a situation that’s resolved by underpinning is the event whereby the footings of a building or structure drops or subside as a result of some reasons that are irreversible. For example, footing movements caused by a footing set on a soft or loose soil which may be irreversible.

In the event whereby the footings of your house haven’t been installed as deep as required during the initial construction, then you will need to have your building underpinned to make it more stable. If you’re also looking to increase the load on your foundation like adding another storey, you may also need to have your house underpinned to support the extra weight added.

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.

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 disruptive is a loft conversion?

Asides the questions relating to planning permission of a loft conversion as well as the total cost of completing a loft conversion project, this is perhaps the most common question on the loft conversion subject matter. Before making an investment decision, many homeowners will want to know just how disruptive a loft conversion is. Well, we’ve all heard the several horror stories when loft conversion builder with dirty boots tramples all over the fresh and just-acquired shag pile or the noise of the construction loud enough to annoy neighbours from four blocks away or an obvious shortage of teabags, sugar and lots more. Good news is, the disruption of loft conversion is not as bad as people make out. Let’s have a look at how it works!

Just like all other major building projects, a loft conversion is disruptive to your property. However, no two loft conversions are the same, therefore some are certain to be more drastic and invasive than others. In the long run, the project is worth the stress and inconveniences caused and in most cases, it’s usually a very good investment.

Normally, an average loft conversion is expected to last for about 9 to 12 weeks (depending on the complexity of the loft conversion project some might take longer). Some of the factors that affects the duration of a project includes the type of the loft, the design of the loft as well as the style of the property.

Generally, a loft conversion is a lot less disruptive than say completely moving a home. It all has to do with how you’re able to deal with it as a person. And besides, the effect it’s going to have to a large extent depends on the company you hire. A good company will always look to ensure to keep disruptions to a minimal when carrying out the loft conversion project.

when does a loft become a habitable room?

When Does A Loft Become A Habitable Room?

When a loft is being converted to functional space, there are a multiple options it can offer. It’s not uncommon that at the conversion of this space, many household may not have a specific plan on how it’s going to be used. However, they know later on an actual need might arise, perhaps as you start working from home, developing other hobbies that requires an extra space or the family grows.

The loft can easily be converted into a game room, study room, playroom or even a household’s “breathing space etc. However, when the family grows and you wish to make use of the space on the top of your home as an extra bedroom, there are many factors to consider. The fact is, just because there’s enough space to fit a bed, doesn’t make it habitable. For a loft to become habitable, it must be built specifically for the purpose of being a sleeping area and must also comply with the relevant building regulations. It’s as a result of this, many property sale particulars include “potential third bedroom, subject to regulations statement written on it as well as the boarded and insulated loft space’s dimensions.

Loft conversions building regulations are set in such a way to ensure that adequate attention is given to both safety and structural elements to build a new space that’s fit for undetermined household use. These regulations are established minimum requirements to guarantee the following:

• The new floor and ceiling’s structural integrity.

• The existing roof and party wall modification’s structural stability.

• Safety during fire incidents plus an escape route.

• An appropriate stairway access.

• The proposed changes’ structural suitability to the external environment in association with the local area as well as any unique factors specific to the property.

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