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Towergate builders&developers

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18 Jun

Building work | Sound Proofing

Birchington - CT7

Enquiry from: Natalie S

Start Date: Immediate

Quotation on a survey to identify noise issue

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10 Nov

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Birchington - CT7

Enquiry from: Ann P

Start Date: Immediate

Hi We have recently moved in to a bungalow so do not know for definite if property has cavity wall insulation or enough insulation in loft space. The property does feel cold even with an update of ra...

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12 Dec

Building work | General

Birchington - CT7

Enquiry from: Edward M

Start Date: Immediate

Remove Concrete door canopy. Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint

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15 Nov

Conversion | Garage

Birchington - CT7

Enquiry from: Martin M

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02 Nov

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Birchington - CT7

Enquiry from: Mrs J

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Loft and roof insulation 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: Yes Do you require a top u...

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22 Apr

Conversion | Garage

Birchington - CT7

Enquiry from: S

Start Date: Immediate

garage conversion|Half of the garage changing to a bedsit and if possible with a toilet and shower. It already has a window. We would leave the other half of the garage for storage space. The garage i...

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18 Nov

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Birchington - CT7

Enquiry from: Colin U

Start Date: Immediate

Underneath bay window, and side wall 5m by2m. Cavity wall filled about 15 yrs ago in bungalow but now a terrible cold spot has developed .along sidewall. Are you the property owner: Owner of the prope...

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28 Jan

Insulation | External Wall

Birchington - CT7

Enquiry from: Richard V

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: 1900-30 Are you in a conservation area: No Time scale: 1-3 months Pleas...

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19 Sep

Building work | Bricklaying

Ramsgate - CT11

Enquiry from: Marian P

Start Date: Immediate

Repointing along the ground level of a side wall and raising of an existing air brick, also adding an extra air brick further along.

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30 Mar

Driveway Repair

Whitstable - CT5

Enquiry from: Jayne F

Start Date: Immediate

Repair to one driveway and extension to make it a double. The drop kerb is already in place

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25 Mar

Driveway Repair

Whitstable - CT5

Enquiry from: Jayne F

Start Date: Immediate

Repair to one driveway and extension to make it a double. The drop kerb is already in place

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26 Feb

Building work | Wall Rendering

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Annabelle L

Start Date: Immediate

External wall insulation Lead External wall insulation Lead External wall insulation Lead External wall insulation Lead External wall insulation Lead External wall insulation Lead

Render 3 bed semi detached

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02 Jan

Building work | General

Whitstable - CT5

Enquiry from: Nigel F

Start Date: Immediate

Hello, I'm looking at adding an extension to my garden room, I would like a concrete base constructed of 5.5mx5.5m and a 3 Brick course wall to become the base of the room, this will be 4.5m x 5m. Can...

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27 Nov

Conversion | Loft

Whitstable - CT5

Enquiry from: Victoria D

Start Date: Immediate

a quote for installing stairs to the attic space. the attic is already boarded but would also need carpetting and the walls covered for it to be used as a sleeping/leisure room. no bathroom/pumbing re...

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22 Oct

Building work | Sound Proofing

Ramsgate - CT12

Enquiry from: Phillip N

Start Date: Immediate

Sound proof wall to neighbours lounge. Maybe 2 Walla depending on cost.

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18 Jul

Building work | Bricklaying

Herne Bay - CT6

Enquiry from: Phil K

Start Date: Immediate

2 brick pillars for heavy driveway gates approximat*** 1inch square *** 6inch high, reinforced.

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13 Jun

Building Work | Conservatory Base

Herne Bay - CT6

Enquiry from: Taz G

Start Date: Immediate

base app*** x 12ft for conservatory

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12 May

House Extensions

Ramsgate - CT11

Enquiry from: Roy P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in ramsgate areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for house extension.confirmed interest via sms and email at 12/05/2023 08:46.please call to arrang...

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12 May

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Ramsgate - CT11

Enquiry from: Roy P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer has a insulation project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for loft & roof insulation. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a builder.confirmed int...

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19 Apr

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Canterbury - CT1

Enquiry from: Alastair D

Start Date: Immediate

I have built in wardrobes along one bedroom wall. There are 8 doors each of which are 45cm wide. Over the years many of the hinges have deteriorated and broken and the doors are not hanging well. I am...

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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 Birchington is:

£23,840

Builder job Builder cost in 2024
Garage conversion in Birchington £9,750-£18,450
Loft conversion in Birchington £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Birchington £33,500-£54,000
Loft insulation in Birchington £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Birchington £2,625-£4,025
Barn conversions in Birchington £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Birchington £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Birchington £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Birchington £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Birchington £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Birchington £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Birchington £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Birchington £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Birchington £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Birchington £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Birchington £638-£978
Residential new builds in Birchington £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Birchington £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Birchington £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Birchington £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Birchington £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Birchington £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Birchington £2,440-£3,660
Roof room in Birchington £15,000-£23,000
Shop refurbishment in Birchington £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Birchington £21,600-£37,400
Soundproofing in Birchington £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Birchington £1,520-£2,280
Garden room in Birchington £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Birchington £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

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.
does a kitchen extension add value to your house?

If you’re planning to add a kitchen extension to your property or perhaps you’re simply looking for ways to increase the value of your property, this is one of the common questions that usually pops up. A simple answer to this question is yes, a kitchen extension will add value to your house. With a kitchen being one of the most frequently used room in a house, adding an extra space to the commonly used room can only increase the value of the entire property. However, to determine the value added by such an extension, there’s a need to calculate the cost of setting one up first.

Kitchen extension costs are greatly influenced by a wide range of variables such as the size, type of the extension and specifications, your location, professional fees, materials used and more. Overall, the type of the extension you opt for will play the most significant role in the determination of your kitchen extension cost. Here, we’ll be looking at a single storey kitchen extension.

For a single storey kitchen extension, you can expect your home’s market value to increase within the range of 5 percent to about 10 percent. When trying to calculate the cost of kitchen extension, it’s crucial to take into account how much value it’ll add to your home so as to make sure that the amount expended will not outweigh the expected value to be added by the project.

For a more accurate idea, there’s the need to consult local estate agents. However, for a much needed guideline, single storey kitchen extensions are usually able to add about 5 to 10 percent to a home’s value, while double storey extension should be up to 20 percent. But as stated earlier, this will depend on several variables.

how much to render a house?

Rendering a house’s external walls is one of the cheapest and most effective ways by which a building can be made waterproof and also good looking. If you’re thinking about rendering your house, figuring out the cost of completion is usually one of the most important things you’ll have to consider before you proceed and if you don’t know where to start, finding an experienced tradesperson who possesses several years of experience as well as the ability to overcome the different issues that he may be faced with while on the project is paramount. If you’re able to get one, however, you should know that they rarely come cheap.

When trying to determine the accurate house rendering cost estimate , a tradesperson will put into consideration a great number of factors. Even at that, a rough estimate still requires both skills and expertise to be able to take into account all the necessary factors. In general, a typical 3 bedroom home in the UK will cost within the range of £4000 to about £5500 for a complete render job on the outside and covering from top to bottom.

Usually, the most important factor which play the biggest role when determining rendering costs is the area that’s going to be covered by the render mix. Professional contractors will provide a quote based on the rendering costs per square metre. Below are some rough estimates of rendering costs of properties depending on their size (without VAT).

✓ For a small mid terrace house of about 40 to 50 square metre, the total rendering cost estimate is £3000 to £4000.

✓ For a large mid terrace house of about 70 to 180 square metre, the total rendering cost estimate is £3000 to £5000.

✓ For a three bedroom detached house of about 100 to 160 square metre, the total rendering cost estimate is £4000 to £5500.

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.

what is a garage conversion?

What is your garage being used for? If your answer is anything besides your vehicle, you’re in the majority in the UK. In the country, according to a research by Admiralty Loans, several home and property owners now use their garage as dumping ground for all sorts of stuffs asides a car. Ultimately, this gives rise to garage conversions as the more or less underutilized space can be converted into a living space which can be more beneficial while also adding more value to the property.

A garage conversion is a fast and relatively affordable route to adding more floor space within your home. It’s basically the act of changing your garage into something other than a storage or a place in which you can park your car. This can be anything from a bedroom to a playroom and anything in between. It’s a great way to provide extra space to allow your family to spread out and have more privacy while still within the walls of your home.

A garage conversion project is a huge one which mostly does not require a planning application so far the conversion is internal. However if you’re planning to increase the garage’s size or change the exterior of your home, or convert your garage into a separate room, then you may require a planning permission before getting started. It’s always wise to consult your local authority before carrying out any work to be on the safer side.

A project of garage conversion’s magnitude is better left to a reliable professional who have the experience when it comes to dealing with building regulations and more. This way, you’d also get to save yourself some headaches and some extra cash which may result from possible costly errors.

Are there grants available for external wall insulation?

External wall insulation works to keep your home cosy and comfy while also helping to cut the energy bills. However with the great benefits also comes great costs, so it’s actually a logical decision to know whether there are grants out there which you’re eligible for to help you handle the cost of the external wall insulation.

There are grants available for external wall insulation, but rarely will you find one that covers the full installation cost. With the help of the government’s Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme, a couple of energy companies assist in making your home more energy efficient by offering grants or free insulation. In certain cases whereby you receive particular state benefits, you may as well qualify for a higher grant that’ll cover more of the insulation cost.

However, if your energy supplier doesn’t offer any grant, you need not worry as you can save as much on energy bill after installation. Here’s what insulation can help you save per year on energy bills:

• Floor insulation can help you save within a range of £30 to £75 each year.

• Cavity wall insulation can help you save about £85 to £280 a year.

• Loft Insulation (270mm) can help you save about £135 to £250 a year.

Generally, the amount you’ll be able to save on your energy bills depends mainly on the type and size of your property, as well as how energy efficient it already is without the insulation. In the long run, your external wall insulation will more than give you back your investment on the valuable project through your savings on energy bills. In other words, whether or not you’re eligible for a grant should never stop you from installing an external wall insulation.

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.

Is loft insulation flammable?

When thinking about the right insulation material for your loft, some of the first few things that comes to mind is the various properties of that material as well as how good they fit with your home’s needs.naturally, you’d like to ensure that the insulation will be efficient enough to add to the overall energy efficiency of your home, however there are also other features that may not get as much attention but also happens to be equally important. As the primary function of an insulation is to blanket your house to offer a barrier against heat loss, going for an insulation material that’s also fireproof is crucial as loft insulation can burn. Although most insulation materials are fireproof, a myriad of problems can actually make your insulation burn.

 

For instance, fibreglass insulation is produced using glass combined with plastic polymers and is naturally resistant to fire. However, even at that you’d have to be careful with batts that are supported with foil or paper due to the fact that these materials can burn pretty quickly. Cellulose, on the other hand, is not fireproof and is required to be treated by other flame retardants in order to help reduce combustion. Some of the best insulation materials that are resistant to fire includes the following:

  • Fibre glass. This is made of glass that’s spun into fibres, then combined using plastic polymers. As a result, fiberglass insulation is naturally resistant to fire.
  • Mineral wool. Having a high melting temperature, this insulation material happens to be a great fit for thermal applications due to its superior fire resistant properties. In fact, mineral wool is still naturally non-combustible even if composed of recycled iron and steel by-products, or from actual mineral rock itself.

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