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Thc roofing construction

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THC roofing construction is a qualified experienced roofing company, that offers free no obligation quotes and guarantees ...
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The Home & Lifestyle Network

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Our friendly team can help explain our insulation systems for either your conservatory roof or main property roof. We ...
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Expert Home Improvements

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We specialise in driveways and roofing. We are based in Exeter and Plymouth all the work is done to a very high standard a...
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The Fascia Division

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The Fascia Division are specialist installers of fascias, soffits, guttering and cladding. Our experienced installers a...
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CHS Landscapes

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CHS Landscapes cover Dorset, Wiltshire and Hampshire and provide professional landscaping services to both domestic and co...
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17 Jun

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Dorchester - DT1

Enquiry from: Penny M

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Fitted wardrobes to 2 bedrooms and a fitted bookcase in lounge

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15 Apr

Building work | Wall Rendering

Dorchester - DT2

Enquiry from: Sylvia D

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remove render cracked & blown by frosts and rain and rerender. one large wall (to start with!) 2 tall storeys about 10metres wide. straight eaves/no gable. possibly paint as well. easy access & par...

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21 Jan

Building work | General

Dorchester - DT2

Enquiry from: Richard M

Start Date: Less than one month

repair of stone garden wall are you the property owner: owner of the property what type of work do you need to have done: other do you have the materials you need in order for the job required to be d...

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30 Oct

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Dorchester - DT1

Enquiry from: RICHARD L

Start Date: Immediate

Additional roll type loft insulation to augment / replace that installed when we purchased the property new in 1998. We do have part boarded areas used for access / storage which will require either r...

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09 Oct

Conversion | Loft

Dorchester - DT1

Enquiry from: Kevin K

Start Date: Immediate

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shell conversion of loft in a bungalow with a hipped roof. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what are you looking to convert the space into: bedroom/s are you ...

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08 Sep

Building work | General

Dorchester - DT1

Enquiry from: Rebecca W

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managing a property in *** which needs painting, kitchen appliances installed, locks changed and a bit more. i need someone to meet on site possibly thursday 15th september to show the property and r...

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05 May

Building Work | Porch

Dorchester - DT2

Enquiry from: David A

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

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17 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Dorchester - DT1

Enquiry from: Kevin K

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loft conversion to detached bungalow with hipped roof. head height at centre or loft is 2.2m are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what are you looking to convert t...

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15 Mar

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Dorchester - DT1

Enquiry from: Paul S

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200mm of loft insulation added to the existing insulation. the loft is 6m x 9m. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 do you cur...

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11 Jan

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Dorchester - DT1

Enquiry from: Ann B

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loft insulation. maybe flooring as well 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: no age of ...

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20 Dec

Conversion | Loft

Dorchester - DT2

Enquiry from: Michael P

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We currently have a bungalow with hip end roof. We are looking for hip to gable conversion as a minimum; however while we are at it we could consider raising the external walls 1/2 a story. Looking fo...

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08 Sep

Building work | General

Dorchester - DT1

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customer has a general building project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for building maintenance. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a builder.confirmed...

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27 Aug

Building work | General

Dorchester - DT2

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20 Jul

Conversion | Loft

Dorchester - DT1

Enquiry from: Rob C

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loft conversion to create bedroom and ensuite are you the property owner: owner of the property what are you looking to convert the space into: bedroom/s are you looking to have stairs: yes do you req...

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23 Mar

Building Work | Porch

Dorchester - DT2

Enquiry from: Julie P

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call anytime. new build or replacement: new build quote requested on a porch, in pvcu, to be supplied and fitted. are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have planning permission:...

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16 Mar

Building work | General

Dorchester - DT1

Enquiry from: Liz d

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6x8 glass greenhouse, rear garden. Thank you

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08 Jan

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Dorchester - DT2

Enquiry from: Judy M

Start Date: Immediate

looking to improve the insulation of our home with cavity wall insulation are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 property age: 19...

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07 Nov

Conversion | Loft

Dorchester - DT2

Enquiry from: Marian S

Start Date: Immediate

a lift the roof conversion to make bungalow with homers into house. planning permission granted are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what are you looking to conv...

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27 Aug

House Extensions | Single Storey

Dorchester - DT1

Enquiry from: Christian P

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Single storey rear extension to 1920's house. area approx 3.6m x 2.6m with a sloped roof and skylight. Patio doors opening to garden. Internal finish bare brick and overlaid industrial style electrica...

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13 Jul

House Extensions | Single Storey

Dorchester - DT2

Enquiry from: Rory F

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customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a single storey extension to their property. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached looking for: si...

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How much do Builder services cost?

How much do Builders cost? Prices for Builders in 2025 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 Dorchester is:

£23,840

Builder job Builder cost in 2025
Garage conversion in Dorchester £4,500-£6,900
Loft conversion in Dorchester £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Dorchester £42,000-£68,000
Loft insulation in Dorchester £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Dorchester £2,625-£4,025
Barn conversions in Dorchester £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Dorchester £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Dorchester £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Dorchester £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Dorchester £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Dorchester £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Dorchester £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Dorchester £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Dorchester £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Dorchester £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Dorchester £638-£978
Residential new builds in Dorchester £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Dorchester £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Dorchester £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Dorchester £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Dorchester £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Dorchester £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Dorchester £2,440-£3,660
Roof room in Dorchester £15,000-£23,000
Shop refurbishment in Dorchester £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Dorchester £23,200-£34,800
Soundproofing in Dorchester £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Dorchester £1,520-£2,280
Garden room in Dorchester £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Dorchester £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

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.

do i need planning permission for a garage conversion?

Are you thinking about converting your garage into a new space? Be it a new bedroom, gym, library or playroom, one thing you’ll have to consider before getting started is whether or not you’re going to require a planning permission. Unlike extensions that needs additional space, garage conversion is all about changing the existing structure of a space that’s already available to you - your garage. As a result, these projects are mostly covered by a planning policy that’s a bit different.

For a garage conversion, it’s very unlikely that you’ll need a planning permission. As a matter of fact, only 10 percent of garage conversions has been estimated to need a full planning permission, with the others coming under the permitted development rights. The permitted development rights, however, only provides coverage for home improvements that’s internal which implies that so far you’re not trying to enlarge your garage, you’ll not require a planning permission. But if otherwise, you’ll have to submit an application before commencing your project.

If you’re looking to comply with the permitted development rights, then your project must comply with some specific guidelines. These rules include the following:

• The work should be internal. No plans to enlarge or extend the existing garage.

• You should make sure that the materials used in carrying out the garage conversion is the same with the materials used in building the existing house.

• The building should not be extended.

You may, however, require a planning permission if you’re going to change a detached garage into a living space which could be a bedroom, small annexe or a living room.

Some houses excluded from the permitted development rights include flats, listed buildings, some new developments and most homes in a conservation area.

is cavity wall insulation a good idea?

Cavity wall insulation is basically the process of installing an insulating material between the two layers of brick making up a cavity wall, either as a retrofit measure or at the time of building. Obviously this is not a choice if you have solid wall, but for those who do possess a cavity wall, it represents an opportunity you may not want to let slide as it is a worthwhile and affordable wall insulation option. Clearly, cavity wall insulation will make your home or property feel warmer, but it also does come with a range of other benefits which is why we’d recommend installing it. In this post, we’re going to look at a number of reasons why having a cavity wall insulation done is a good idea.

  • It’s one of the cheapest energy saving measures that’s available. Not only is cavity wall insulation really effective, but it can also deliver great saving. In other words, it possesses a bigger payback compared to other options. When compared to other types of insulation, you can’t install cavity walls insulation by yourself, however it’s not so expensive to have it installed. The cost of the insulation will be determined by a number of factors such as your location, the company hired and more.
  • It reduces your energy bills. Cavity wall insulation can save you about £100 to £200 on a yearly basis on heating bills. In other words, this is usually able to pay for itself in as little as two years.
  • It reduces your carbon carbon footprint. If your home is heated with gas or electricity like several other homes, producing that energy involves burning fossil fuels which is known to be hazardous for the environment. If the heat generated is now allowed to escape through the walls, that means you’d have to use more to keep up your required temperature. Installation of cavity wall insulation in homes will enable a more efficient usage of the energy which will ultimately cut UK’s carbon usage.
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.

What is a barn conversion?

A barn conversion is where an agricultural building is altered to serve a different purpose. Lots of barns conversion projects involve converting an old barn into one or more homes. However, barns can also be converted into other types of commercial building, like offices.

how much does it cost to renovate a house?

Do you want to inject a new lease of life into your home or property, or transform it into a more modern style that better suits your taste? Or perhaps you’re only looking to add more value to your property to enable you sell for a profit in the nearest future. Regardless of your purpose, determining the cost of your home renovation can be incredibly difficult. However, you can still obtain a reasonable budget for the project with proper planning as well as preparation. It’s almost impossible to get an exact figure for any home renovation cost, however, this article aims to give you a good idea of cost range to enable you make informed decisions.

The cost of renovating a house can vary significantly depending on a wide range of factors. Some costs are fixed while others may vary greatly. As a result, if you want to have a more exact figure, you’ll have to call in a professional beforehand to give you an idea of how much they’ll charge. Below are some of the most significant costs you’ll most likely face during property renovation.

✓ Administrative cost. Asides from material and labour, the administrative costs is another important cost you’ll need to factor in. The first thing here is usually insurance, this is because all regular building insurance policies does not cover large scale renovation projects. So if what you’re planning is a huge structural change to your property, then it’s more likely that it won’t be covered by your buildings insurance policy. In this event, you’ll have to take out a specialist renovation insurance.

✓ Planning permission and property renovation. This is another potential cost you’ll have to factor in. Submitting a planning application in the UK usually ranges between £200 to £250.

✓ Adding an extension. Generally, a 4m by 5m extension would cost within the range of £30,000 to £40,000.

how much to re render a house?

Rendering of a house is one of those projects that can greatly improve the visual appeal of your home, enhance it’s energy efficiency, protect the brickwork from the elements and ultimately, add value to your home. Generally, the cost of rendering a house normally costs within the range of £25 to £70 per metre square, while the average cost house rendering costs stands at about £40 per square metre. Therefore, a 3 bedroom semi detached house will cost within the range of £4000 to about £5000.

The total cost of rendering a house is determined by a wide range of factors. These factors includes the following:

✓ Type of the rendering. There are three main types of rendering which includes sand and cement rendering, monocouche rendering as well as acrylic or silicone rendering. However, re-rendering applies to sand and cement sooner and it’ll also have to be painted every 3 to 6 years. Consequently, longer term cost can be higher when compared to the other types.

✓ Ease of access. Where your contractor will have to work around obstacles like shrubs or conservatory, this can make the cost a bit higher as it’ll take longer time to complete.

✓ Prep work. If the contractor needs to fill some cracks or perhaps an old mortar requires tuck pointing before rendering can be started, this will also affect the cost.

✓ Scaffolding. In the event whereby the job requires the use of scaffolding and you’ll have to hire one as a different cost, then the price will be higher.

✓ Your location. Due to the high standards of living and higher demands in areas like London or the Southeast, prices in these regions are usually higher than that of the other regions like Midlands and North.

What is plasterboard?

What Is Plasterboard?

The plasterboard is unarguably one of the most common building materials across the globe. Sometimes referred to as gypsum board, gyprock, drywall or wall board, the plasterboard is mostly incorporated for ceiling cladding and interior walls in several homes and offices in recent times. However, despite its global acceptability, it’s a very misunderstood building material.

The plasterboard is manufactured using a gypsum core with a heavy paper covering both sides of the sheet. The measurement of a standard plasterboard sheet is a length of 2.4 metres in and a width of 1.2 metres, with a thickness of about 13mm. The board usually have either a bevelled or a bit flat edge. The bevelled edge makes it easy for the installers to use a plaster to smooth out the surface after nailing the sheets to walls and ceilings as well as taping the edges.

The plasterboard comes in different types. Although various manufacturers provide a unique name for their products, but they’re all included in one of the following categories:

• Water Resistant Plasterboard - This type of plasterboard are best suited to be used in water areas like bathroom, laundry rooms and kitchens.

• Acoustic Plasterboard - Due to its sounding proofing qualities, this type of plasterboard is preferred to be used in home theatres or noisy areas.

• Flexible Plasterboard - This is to be incorporated on curvy surfaces.

• Fire Resistant Plasterboard - Just like the name implies, this type of plasterboard is best suited for use in high fire hazard areas.

If you’re about to kick start some small renovations around your house or office, using a plasterboard to clad your walls is a very simple and worthwhile task. However, if you want to do major renovations or need to apply plasterboard to your ceiling, the best option would be to leave it to a seasoned professional.

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