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07 Jun

Building Work | Porch

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Nicola M

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call any time. new build or replacement: new build quote requested on a porch, in pvcu, to be supplied and fitted. are you the property owner: owner what level of service do you require: design, s...

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20 Feb

Building work | General

Hook - RG27

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mrs requested quotes for building maintenance from a builder around hook. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information below ...

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28 Sep

Building work | General

Hook - RG29

Enquiry from: Caroline O

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tidying and maintenance veg garden and repair of greenhouse and fences. leaf removal time scale: immediate please call to appoint

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01 Jun

House Extensions

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Martin H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

looking to build a 2 story low carbon extension c50m2. timber framed. can you help? thanks customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a double storey extension to their propert...

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05 Nov

House Extensions | Single Storey

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Wayne C

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: Detached Looking For: Si...

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03 Nov

House Extensions

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Wayne C

Start Date: Less than one month

Home Owner Supplied and Fitted Call to Appoint Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Looking For: Single storey extension Do you have planning permission: Yes Do ...

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14 Aug

Conversion | Loft

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Shunil P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Are you looking to have stairs: Yes Do you require any windows: Velux Do you require plumbing work: No Interested in Plum...

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06 Jun

House Extensions | Single Storey

Hook - RG27

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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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06 Jun

House Extensions

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: JEREMY C

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Homeowner Please contact to appoint 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 P...

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31 Dec

House Extensions

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Ross O

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2 storey extension 5.2m x 12m which will extend our converted bungalow

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10 Nov

Conversion | Loft

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Elizabeth H

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Turned staircase, insulate roof(currently insulated and them boarded on floor) board out bedroom and shower room, 3 skylights

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07 Nov

Conversion | Loft

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Elizabeth H

Start Date: Immediate

Turned staircase, insulate roof(currently insulated and them boarded on floor) board out bedroom and shower room, 3 skylights

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02 Nov

Conversion | Loft

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Elizabeth H

Start Date: Immediate

Turned staircase, insulate roof(currently insulated and them boarded on floor) board out bedroom and shower room, 3 skylights

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08 May

Building work | Refurbishment

Hook - RG29

Enquiry from: JOHN T

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

The existing public house is to be refurbished into 4 residential units Time scale: 1-3 months

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17 Apr

Conversion | Garage

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Chris M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

single garage conversion with shower Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you have a: Single Garage Do you require Plumbing Work: Yes Do you require Electrical Work: Yes Would you li...

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26 Feb

House Extensions

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Anna C

Start Date: Immediate

Two storey extension to rear of property and single storey to front elevation to move downstairs toilet and create utility room/wc Move of kitchen to rear of kitchen (including byfold doors to rear ga...

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10 Oct

House Extensions

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Craig B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Good Evening, this is a provisional quote for work to a potential property purchase to give an indication of the costs involved. We would require a two areas or extension, both single storey. One ...

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05 Oct

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Hook - RG29

Enquiry from: Amy W

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached How many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 Property Age: 1970-2000 Are you in a conservation area: No Are you looking for loft insula...

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05 Oct

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Hook - RG29

Enquiry from: Amy W

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Cavity wall insulation top up. During building work 7 yrs ago much of the insulation from the back wall of the house came out -polystyrene beads. Also interested in additional loft insulation if requi...

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20 Sep

House Extensions

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Adrian P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Existing porch taken down and rebuilt to slightly larger size of 3m2 to incorporate double skin wall, stronger foundation, suitable window and external door 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 Hook is:

£23,721

Builder job Builder cost in 2024
Garage conversion in Hook £9,750-£18,450
Loft conversion in Hook £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Hook £29,000-£62,667
Loft insulation in Hook £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Hook £3,063-£5,013
Barn conversions in Hook £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Hook £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Hook £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Hook £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Hook £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Hook £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Hook £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Hook £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Hook £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Hook £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Hook £638-£978
Residential new builds in Hook £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Hook £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Hook £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Hook £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Hook £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Hook £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Hook £1,520-£4,830
Roof room in Hook £9,000-£15,500
Shop refurbishment in Hook £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Hook £21,600-£37,400
Soundproofing in Hook £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Hook £1,520-£2,280
Garden room in Hook £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Hook £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

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.

how much value does a garage conversion add?

It’s a fact that a garage conversion can go a long way to add a resale value to a home or property. Therefore, in the event whereby your home already has parking facilities in place you can put into consideration converting your garage into a habitable space which will add to the sales price of the house by adding an extra room or increasing the floor space. So exactly how much does a garage conversion add to your home’s resale value?

Garage conversions can be seen as a cost effective means of adding more space to your house. However, not only does it add space, but can also add up to 20 percent to the value of your home. It’s also a way of adding an extra living space to your home that’s not under strict planning complication unlike the alternatives. Generally, if your garage happens to be connected to your house, the cost of converting it to another room should between £10,000 to £20,000. As a home owner, converting your garage into an extra room can help increase the value of your home by up to £45,000. And if you’re to comply with the set rules under permitted development rights, you may not even require to submit a planning application.

In the event whereby your garage is detached from your house or perhaps you live in a flat ( or maisonette) or a listed building , you’ll need to apply to the local authority before commencing your project. It’s always wise to check if there aren’t any planning conditions attached to your home or property.

Does external wall insulation add value to your home?

The answer is yes! Houses whose external walls have been insulated are more valuable than their uninsulated counterparts. And not only does it add to the value of a home, but also significantly reduces the amount of electricity consumption. This is a major turn on for potential investors which implies a greater demand and ultimately, a higher price. The real estate market is a very dynamic one which can be hard to predict at any particular time. The frequent changes in price are usually down to factors beyond the owners’ control, but if you’re looking to put up your house for sale in the near future, it would be a wise decision to consider ways in which you can increase its value. While renovating each room can be on the expensive side, a great solution would be insulate the external walls.

An insulated house is one that is well secured against the harmful impact of extremely high or low temperature, humidity and other atmospheric factors. Hence, the reason why a house with external wall insulation has a greater value which you would not want to miss out on. What’s more? You’ll get a great thermal insulation with the top notch materials like foamed polystyrene, high quality renders, mineral wool or polyurethane.

With an external wall insulation, you know the transaction will always be favourable on both ends. You get to smile to the bank, while the buyer also gets to enjoy great value for every penny spent. To employ the services of a reliable external wall insulation expert, simply conduct an in depth research from family and friends, online and other sources. Go through their online reviews and ask questions to become more familiar with the process and its value-adding potentials.

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 convert your loft into a room?

How To Convert Your Loft Into A Room

The loft is the space on top of a home that’s most often ignored by home owners due to having to consider the space’s configuration, the lighting as well as energy efficiency. However, when successfully converted into a room, it can serve several purposes which would even add more value to your property. So how can you convert your loft into a room? Let’s have a look.

• Take Into Account The Size Of Your Loft

The size of your loft is a major determinant of the type of room it can be converted into. A small-sized loft there’s a chance it can still be converted into an extra bathroom or home office while bigger lofts can be converted into an additional bedroom. The minimum head height is 2.3m, if your loft is lower than this, you’d have to get a planning permission to detach some parts of the room for extension.

• Include A Skylight

When a loft is poorly designed, the room become dark, shady and airless. Adding a skylight to your loft will let in fresh air, deliver better ventilation and more light.

• Insulate Your Loft

Loft insulation will not only prevent heat from escaping through the roof, but also lead to an improved energy efficiency which ultimately helps you save up on your heating bills.

• Use Modern Colourization

When you use bright, neutral and modern colours to paint your loft, you’re adding that elegant look to the space. As a result, the loft looks a lot more attractive and comfortable by the time you’re done with the conversion.

The conversion of your loft into a room can be a very tedious task if you wish to do it by yourself. We’d recommend you employ a seasoned professional for help in order to ensure the best results and also to avoid making costly mistakes.

What kinds of loft conversion are there?

There’s a huge range of different types of loft conversions. The most common are dormer and skylight or Velux conversions. There are also hip to gable and mansard conversions. The type of loft conversion that’s most suitable for your property will depend on the style of roof and the size of your loft.

how much to renovate a house?

When it comes to house renovation costs, nothing is certain. As a rule of thumb, you should always expect the unexpected. Unforeseen circumstances (mostly unfavourable) can crop up from anywhere, at any time, greatly affecting the cost of the project. However, if you’ve completed proper planning and done your due diligence on your property before commencement, there’s absolutely no reason why you can’t put the works on budget.

The cost of a house renovation project depends on a lot of variables. These variables include the type of property you’re undertaking as well as the amount and complexity of the entire project. What’s more? Whether you decide to do some of the work yourself or wish to hire quality tradespeople to cover the entire project will also tell on the cost of the home renovation.

In the event whereby you wish to completely gut your property and begin from square one, here are some of the cost you’re most likely going to incur:

✓ Planning applications and building controls

✓ Architect’s design and specifications

✓ Contractors and build costs

✓ Snags as well as unforeseen problems

What will be the biggest cost, which will be determined by the amount of work you need done, is most likely going to be the structural and building work, which can reach up to tens of thousands of pounds.

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.

Can an extension add value to my home?

Yes. Most extensions will add substantial value to your home, and you may find that the extension adds more value than it cost. However, it’s important to be sure that the home remains balanced. Extending your garage and leaving your property with no parking spaces, for example, may impact your ability to sell.

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