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Recent Builder Enquiries

17 Aug

Insulation | External Wall

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Susan D

Start Date: Immediate

Thermal insulation panels

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25 Jul

Building work | General

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Rebecca B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in the sandown area made an enquiry a couple of projects including building maintenance.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you t...

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27 Apr

Insulation | External Wall

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Adele O

Start Date: Immediate

Conservatory roof insulation

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22 Dec

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Imran K

Start Date: Immediate

Cavity fill to improve EPC

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03 Feb

Driveway Repair

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Lawrence F

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

repair completion of short concrete drive. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached time scale: 1-3 months what level of service do you require: repair to kerb please...

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26 Jan

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Gordon V

Start Date: Immediate

we are buying the above and i believe there is no cavity insulation in the walls at the above. my address at the moment is little pippins,***

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01 Nov

Building work | General

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Zoe T

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property other forms: building maintenance, soffits & fascias agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call to appoint

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28 Feb

Insulation | External Wall

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Steven P

Start Date: Immediate

Currently have a polycarbonate conservatory roof. Want it insulated, boarded and plastered. Thanks

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03 May

House Extensions | Single Storey

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Karl 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: Relative of Owner Property Type: Semi detached Looking For: S...

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03 May

House Extensions

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Karl D

Start Date: Immediate

I am looking for a prefabricated concrete garage of approx 18ft x 8.5ft with a up and over door to give 1.95m of clearance for a Land Rover, a pitched roof, a side door and a window. There is a concre...

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03 Apr

Insulation | External Wall

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Dave B

Start Date: Immediate

internal conservatory insulation

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06 Aug

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Sharon P

Start Date: Immediate

Fitted wardrobe in alcove space

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04 Jan

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Gary Y

Start Date: Immediate

hanging space 3 door 2100X600

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16 Oct

House Extensions

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Karl S

Start Date: 3+ months

double garage to rear at property. brick construction. tiled roof. double glazing door and window fitted facing back into property. dropped kerb for access to garage.

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02 May

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Marion P

Start Date: Immediate

fitted wardrobes

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25 Apr

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: STEVE G

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

NEED A FITTED WARDROBE FLOOR TO CEILING HEIGHT (8FEET) WHICH IS 10 FEET WIDE AND HAS A SHELF AND HANGING SPACE THE FULL WIDTH. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property How many bedrooms do yo...

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24 Apr

House Extensions | Single Storey

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Darren R

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: Terrace Looking For: Sin...

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23 Apr

House Extensions

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Darren R

Start Date: Immediate

Looking for a quote for a single story kitchen extension approx 6m x5m Property Type: Terrace Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint

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13 Apr

House Extensions

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Alex L

Start Date: Immediate

We are looking at two options, there is currently a 3m x 3.5m single story extension on the back of the house. We are looking for quotes for the two options: a) extend this single story extension by ...

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08 Mar

Building work | General

Sandown - PO36

Enquiry from: Keith P

Start Date: Less than one month

Hi there. Looking for recommended screeders and subsequent quotes on a conservatory floor. About 21m2 . Thanks! Time scale: Less than one month Please call to appoint

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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 Sandown is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

How long does it take to install insulation?

How long it takes to install insulation will depend on the size of your property. In general, loft and cavity wall insulation can be installed in a day or two. External wall insulation will usually take longer to install. The rep or installer will be able to advise you when quoting for the job how long this will be.

How to cut plasterboard?

Cutting a plasterboard is a relatively simple process requiring only some basic tools. Unfortunately, the lack of knowledge serves as big deterrent for many people who wishes to put it to good use. Plasterboard can actually be sawn using an ordinary timber saw that’s fine-toothed to get a cleaner edge. However, the basic tools you may also need includes a sharp knife (Stanley Knife), pencil, a fine sandpaper, a straight edge and measurement tape as well as a wall board saw. Let’s have a look at the cutting process!

• Firstly, you need to put the plasterboard sheet flat on a firm surface.

• Use the tape measurement to measure the cut you wish to make.

• With the help of a pencil, simply mark out the part you wish to cut on the plasterboard’s front side.

• Once marked, place a spirited level over the marked spot on the plasterboard sheet you want to cut.

• Cut a shallow mark into the plasterboard sheet using the Stanley Knife to cut along the edge.

• The cut should be slow and gradual to ensure you do not wander off the edge of the marked area.

• Once the shallow cut has been made, turn the plasterboard sheet on its edge and deliver a quick and sharp push towards the plasterboard’s back and on one side of the cut.

• Place the plasterboard sheet backing against a flat surface ensuring the line of the cut is over an edge. Once done, give a quick and sharp push towards the back of the plasterboard sheet and on the part of the board is reaches beyond the edge.

• Using a fine sandpaper, remove all forms of paper burrs.

The process of cutting plasterboard requires a lot of practice. If you lack the training and experience, the cutting process is best left to a proficient professional who can guarantee the best results the first time and save you some additional costs due to potential damages.

how to repair concrete driveway pitting?

Pitting, also referred to as spalling is the event whereby “pits” or small holes start showing on the surface of your concrete driveway which makes it appear both worn and uneven. Concrete driveway pitting is a common but highly frustrating problem for most homeowners. You’ll see some concrete driveways that’ll only start to pit after a couple of years, but this is not true for all concrete driveways as others will start to show signs only after a couple of months. So how do you tackle this issue? Well, it’s relatively simple to tackle, however if you’re not confident or lack the necessary skills, we’d recommend you get in touch with a reliable professional who can guarantee the best results for help. In this guide, we’ll take you through the concrete driveway pitting repair process.

✓ Prepare the pits by cleaning the area, clearing out all debris and more. The small pits can be cleaned with a stiff brush while a sturdy broom will do a good job for larger pits.

✓ Make use of a hose to spray the concrete pits and flush out all remaining bits of waste.

✓ If you’re tackling series of small pits, simply use a caulking gun filled with pre-mixed epoxy and specially formulated for concrete to fill the pits. Clear off the excess eproxy ensuring that its level with the concrete surface. Once done, simply leave for at least 24 hours before the application of a concrete sealant to prevent the wear and tear of the new concrete.

✓ Chisel out a little concrete and clean with a pressure washer. Once done, apply a concrete resurfacing compound mixture into the holes and use a trowel to level off.

✓ Ensure that the repaired concrete driveway is protected from rain and foot traffic for at least 6 hours (or 24 hours for vehicles).

can a mortgage include renovation costs?

It can be very hurtful when you’re looking to get a house and then identifies one that’s almost perfect, but that one thing that’s lacking is significant enough to prevent you from making an offer. For instance, you may like neighbourhood, the lot’s size, the number of bedroom and lots more. However, the only thing that’s holding you from making an offer is the outdated kitchen. This is the point where you wonder whether a mortgage can include the cost of renovation. In this article, we’re going to give you a good insight into this and more. Let’s have a look!

One of the major things your lender will put into consideration when you apply for a mortgage is the price of the property in question. For instance, so you’ve found your “almost perfect home for let’s say £400,000 and the cost of your intended renovation work runs up to about £150,000. In this event, you’re definitely going to find lenders who wouldn’t be too keen to let go of their cash. And that’s mainly due to the fact that lenders are only able to afford you, at best, 95 percent of the purchasing price. In other words, if you really want the house, you’ll have to finance it yourself no matter how much potential you think the house possesses.

This, however, does not mean that you can’t find some mortgage lenders who’ll allow for building costs. They exist, but this will mostly take place when the work is complete and the property is revalued. You may also be lucky enough to get a purchase plus improvements mortgage which allows you to renovate now and pay off the renovations over time at a better interest rate than other loan types.

do you need planning permission for a garden room?

So you’ve identified the type of garden room you’d like to construct in your property, chances are, you’ve already worked out where to put it and can’t wait wait to start spending valuable time on it. It’s very understandable to be a little impatient with the whole idea considering the numerous benefits provided by a garden, but just before you proceed with your plans there’s the need to first check whether or not you’re going to need a planning permission.

Factors determining whether you’ll need a planning permission includes where you intend to place it, the size of the room, how it’s going to be used as well as your location.

Generally, most garden rooms do not require a planning permission as they are categorized as outbuildings. In other words, you’re permitted to construct one so far you comply with some specific rules and have permitted development rights at your home or in your area.

If you want to build your garden room under permitted development, you have to comply with the following rules:

✓ 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.

You should note that if your home is a listed building or you happen to live in a designated area, then you might not have permitted development rights.

how to render a wall?

Wall rendering is basically a process which involves the application of sand, cement or polymer covering to a home’s exterior in such a way that enhances its look while also offering an improved stability. The process is a perfect solution for several exterior concerns mainly due to the support its able to provide. It’s highly beneficial for older homes whose walls may suffer from poor quality because of wear over time, while it’s also greatly advantageous for newer homes as it increases their stability while also enhancing their visual appeal.

Knowing how to apply render is a great skill to have with your home’s upkeep in mind. The project can be done quite easily by any competent and confident DIYer. However if you lack any of those attributes, then we’d recommend you get in touch with a reliable professional for help. In this article, we’ll take you through the wall rendering process.

✓ Prepare the walls. This involves examining the wall, repairing any structural defects as well as stabilizing any movements to prevent the render finish from failing.

✓ External details. This includes the removal of bargeboards, rainwater, soil pipes, alarm boxes and all other external details.

✓ Insulation. In the event whereby external wall insulation is to be fitted, this is the stage to do so.

✓ Developing a foundation for the render to fix to. Apply a render mesh over the insulation, bedded into the first base coat layer of render.

✓ Building up the render.

✓ Render finishes. There are a wide range of colour options as well as various finishes available from very smooth to textured. However, you should note that thin coat render systems are usually designed to be self coloured.

✓ Final finishes. This involves the re-application of the external rainwater, soil pipes and the other external details.

How much does external solid wall insulation cost?

Before the commencement of any project, it’s always best to get an estimation of the cost. However, determining the cost of an external solid wall insulation is not the easiest of tasks as it relies on varying components such as the insulation materials to be used, labour cost and installation as well as the type of decorative finish to be incorporated. And depending on your choice of insulation material, some may need some adhesives while others may require some fixings which also contributes to the differences in price. As a result, the determination of the material cost alone can be tricky and even more so when various materials cover varying areas.

With that in mind, the cost of external solid wall insulation generally ranges between £80 to £100 per square metre2. As a result, a small flat can cost from £6000 to £9000 whereas a large detached house can have a price ranging between £21000 to £23000. To earn back your investment in terms of energy bill savings can take a couple of years, but it’s surely worth the try as there are several other benefits associated with installing an external solid wall insulation system. What’s more? Another huge factor that can influence the cost of your system is also the amount of work that’s required, how easy it is to be accessed by the installers and lots more

If you’re looking to cut down on the cost of your external solid wall insulation, then the best time for an installation might just be when you’re having another decorating or building project done such as fitting a new roof, window painting, installation of solar PV panels and more. This way, you’ll be able to spread the cost and have a greater value for each penny expended.

what is rendering on a house?

Rendering is an external wall’s plastered finish which provides a smooth finish while also protecting the brickwork from the elements like rain, snow and the likes. The traditional rendering is normally applied in two or three coats which enables it to be more resistant to surface cracks. In modern times, the finishes are largely different from the grey pebble dash of post war housing. Today, we now have a plethora of specialist products to pick from such as through-coloured silicone renders as well as one coat renders. The types of renders include the following:

✓ Cement renders. These are the common option that are usually mixed on site and used in a number of applications, then painted when dried. There’s a need to paint this type of render regularly to keep them looking great.

✓ Polymer renders. These are pre mixed and mostly pre coloured (usually with through colouring).

✓ Through-coloured products. These rendered do not need to be painted as the pigment is already added in the manufacturing process to colour the whole render.

✓ Lime renders. These are superior to cement as they’re less likely to trap moisture in the brickwork and also more good looking. However, they’re generally more costly and more difficult to apply.

Overall, rendering on a house provides several benefits. Not only is it able to protect your brickwork against the elements like the rain and wind, but it can also make the building more efficient. Being fully aware that about 30 percent of the energy used in heating a home is lost via the external walls, making use of a product such as acrylic insulated render is a smart approach to improve your home’s energy efficiency without affecting your interior living space.

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