Insulation | External Wall
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Jackie N
Start Date: Immediate
Have the plastic roof insulated and boarded up as it’s so cold in the winter & too hot in the summer
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Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Jackie N
Start Date: Immediate
Have the plastic roof insulated and boarded up as it’s so cold in the winter & too hot in the summer
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Derek O
Start Date: Immediate
Price to insulate conservatory roof currently plastic, Hot in summer freezing in winter
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Craig H
Start Date: Immediate
mr requested quotes for single storey house extension from a builder around longniddry. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the info...
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Craig H
Start Date: Immediate
i am looking for a double bedroom en-suite extension to my mother’s bungalow total budget £20,000 are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached looking for: single ...
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Gary B
Start Date: Immediate
are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace other forms: kitchen design & installation, house extension agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call to...
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: James H
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Insulate a small victoriana conservatory with a glass roof approx 10sq meters
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Darryl B
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Looking to have old insulation removed if necessary, or topped up. Would like to have flooring laid too if possible. Space is approximately 5m x 7m with a water tank in the space.
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Carol G
Start Date: Immediate
Loft convention with stair case.
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Chris D
Start Date: Immediate
Extend house from behind existing kitchen into rear garden to allow space for new kitchen and dining room within the extension. External dimensions of extension would be around 6.5 x 3.5m. Extension w...
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Chris D
Start Date: Immediate
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: Semi detached Looking Fo...
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Ronan H
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Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Robert G
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We’d like to explore possibility of downstairs toilet at front or side of house. Property Type: Semi detached Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Looking For: Single storey extension ...
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Suman S
Start Date: Immediate
I want to have a bigger kitchen and dining by extending my house
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Gwen O
Start Date: Immediate
Inbuilt garage to convert to a bedroom. Add internal door into porch area and also take off part of the garage and enlarge the dining area adjoining. To include one normal size window.
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Stephanie S
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Convert existing garage into a room and have the loft of the garage as a room which would be accessed from an existing room. Dormer window at the front of the room and velux at the back. Are you the ...
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Iain S
Start Date: Less than one month
kitchen extension 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: Semi ...
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Iain S
Start Date: Less than one month
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: Semi detached Looking Fo...
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Gary B
Start Date: Immediate
We are currently waiting on the finishing drawings from our architect. We are looking to get a 2 storey extension built with an existing bedroom renovated to form an en-suite. Downstairs will be a kit...
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Gary B
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
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: Semi detached Looking Fo...
Longniddry - EH32
Enquiry from: Laura H
Start Date: Immediate
2 storey extension with kitchen with bi-fold doors & utility with back door with new combi boiler. Upstair bedroom with fitted wardrobes, an existing bedroom renovated to bathroom forming an ensuite....
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.
View our Builder cost guide View our Builder adviceExternal 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!
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.
No matter how big or small a building is, it can only be as good as it’s foundation - and that’s a fact! It all starts from the footing and when it isn’t deep enough, unlike badly installed gutters or gapped hardwood flooring, can make the whole building collapse to the ground. Just like any code recommendations, the depth of the footings of your porch is a parameter that must be complied with and adjusted to suit your local code requirements.
As a rule of thumb, you should always dig below the frost line when excavating your footings. At this depth level, the moisture present in the soil will be frozen. Ultimately, this will help the ground to act as a barrier to insulate the soil below the footing from freezing during the cold months. As a result, in regions where the weather is almost always very cold the depth of your footings is expected to be at least 48 inches. But in areas featuring a warm climate, you may be allowed to install your footings on grade.
In addition, it’s compulsory that your footings must be installed at a minimum depth of 12 inches below unsettled soil. However, if you’re constructing the structure into a steep hill’s side or by the side of a retaining wall, it’s required that you maintain the least distance to grade both vertically and laterally. In the event whereby you need to achieve a good lateral barrier, you’ll need to have your foundation dug a lot deeper compared to if it’s on a flat surface. For a more accurate and updated information, you can consult your local building inspection department to get familiar with the requirements in your area.
It depends on the size and type of extension. Small porches or flat roof extensions are very reasonably priced. More substantial two storey extensions can be expensive. In general, the price is roughly proportional to the amount of space you add to your home.
External cladding will have an impact on a damp problem. However, it’s important that cladding is the last part of a damp treatment, as installing cladding over a damp wall will make the problem worse. Do not cut corners or try to remedy a problem with the cheapest solution, a damp proof course may need to be put in place before cladding.
Planning permission is not normally needed for a loft conversion as they are covered by permitted development rights. A conversion company will tell you if you do and help you with this. For more information, see our article about planning permission.
For 2 metre solid fences it’s recommended to use concrete posts to support each panel. For smaller 1 metre fences or for picket fences with gaps between each timber piece you can use timber posts. A fencing contractor will be able to advise you on the best materials from the length and requirements of a new fence.
A lot of an uninsulated property’s heat is lost through the roof and that’s even more alarming, when you realize this figure is up to a quarter of the total heat of the house. Hence, the tremendous importance of preventing this heat loss through loft insulation which will go a long way to help you against spending unnecessary thousands of pounds on heating bill as well as energy loss.
Loft insulation is an effective method to achieve the desired result, however the question is, how exactly does it work? Well, it’s time to find out!
Using either a fireplace or central heating to heat up your home, a large quantity of that heat would be lost through the roof of your home. Generally, heat rises and when it does, there’s simply no way to prevent it - it’s just science. Escaping by both the conduction and convection methods via your roof, the heat escaping through your ceiling, into the loft space and out into the open air outside can only be significantly reduced by laying loft insulation.
Generally, the added layer of insulation works by trapping the heat inside the room below the loft so as to enable the air within your house to stay warmer for longer. What’s more? The layer of insulation also keeps cold air from the outside from entering your home. As a result, you don’t have to heat your home as much in order to achieve the same temperature for each individual room. Over time, just by doing this you can potentially save hundreds pounds. Getting it installed in your home may actually seem a bit expensive at first, but it’s something that’ll eventually pay off.
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