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Towergate builders&developers

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Towergate Builders & Developers has been a trusted name in the construction and development industry for over 30 years, de...
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Thomas Roof Restoration

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Thomas Roof Restoration are proud to work on your property as if it were their own. Based in Canterbury, covering Kent, So...
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At DK Construction Solutions, we bring your vision to life with a wide range of expert services, including: Tiling: Per...
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Open Plan Renovation

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Recent Builder Enquiries

26 Feb

Building work | Wall Rendering

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Annabelle L

Start Date: Immediate

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Render 3 bed semi detached

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06 Sep

Driveway Repair

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Jonathan P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

front garden of bungalow. currently has 3 concrete paths which are old and have cracked. i’m looking for best way to either mend or replace. are you the property owner: owner of the property propert...

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29 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Adelene B

Start Date: Immediate

i have a velux roof extension with a bedroom in it, but would like to convert it to a dormer and add an en-suite shower room are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detac...

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27 Aug

House Extensions | Single Storey

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Toni M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in broadstairs areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for single storey house extension.confirmed interest via telephone, sms and email at 27/08/2021...

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27 Aug

House Extensions

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Toni M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

first floor extension sitting on top of garage. dimensions 8.8m x 2.6m. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached looking for: single storey extension do you have plan...

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06 Aug

Conversion | Loft

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Linda Q

Start Date: Immediate

want to install a staircase into loft , install floor and insulate and possibly 2 velux windows into roof are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what are you l...

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20 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Jamie M

Start Date: Immediate

hip to gable conversion on pyramid bungalow 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 looking to ...

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26 Jan

Conversion | Loft

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Adrian A

Start Date: Immediate

looking to convert loft also do a single storey extension & reconfigure in ground floor. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what are you looking to convert ...

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15 Jan

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Terry M

Start Date: Immediate

loft lagging, floor boarding are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 do you currently have loft insulationn: no age of property: 1...

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27 Jul

Insulation | HHCRO Free

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Connie S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

loft insulation, boarded and loft ladder time scale: 1-3 months please call to appoint

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02 Nov

House Extensions

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: James F

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Two story extension with a pitched roof Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Double storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property...

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15 Oct

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Darren H

Start Date: Immediate

Builder on behalf of property owner Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint * Are you the property owner: Relative of Owner Property Type: Semi detached How many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 P...

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04 Oct

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Darren H

Start Date: Immediate

Builder on behalf of property owner Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint *

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21 Mar

Building work | Sound Proofing

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Raymond H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

We have two bedroom walls that need sound insulation because of sound transfer from the flat next door. The existing walls seem to be just stud partition walls. One wall is approximately 7 m long and ...

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19 Jul

Conversion | Garage

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: David P

Start Date: Immediate

Homeowner Please contact to appoint

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06 Feb

Conversion | Garage

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Christopher R

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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 like the windows or installed: Yes ...

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11 Dec

Conversion | Garage

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Paul D

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you have a: Single Garage What will the space be used for: Other Do you require Plumbing Work: Yes Do you require Electrical Work: Yes Would you li...

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08 Nov

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Simon L

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

I have lived at this address for 5 months and there is no current insulation, or at least a very minimal amount. It is a standard size one bedroom flat. I am looking at some kind of economy blanket in...

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06 Nov

House Extensions

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Angela M

Start Date: 3+ months

Customer visited the myhouseextension.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Two story extension

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02 Nov

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Broadstairs - CT10

Enquiry from: Simon L

Start Date: Less than one month

Loft insulation above the ceiling, between the rafters

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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 Broadstairs is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

what is a porch?

A porch is a small and low structure (with a roof) located at the main entrance of a building or house. It’s typically without a window (although newer variations may come with one) and can either be screened-in or enclosed to prevent unwanted access from insects and extremes in weather. In addition, some homes may have a three-season porch or sun porch. This may be situated by the side of the house and covered by the roof overhang - they’re usually screened in to offer good access all year round.

Generally, porches serve a wide range of purposes. They include:

• Provision of an outdoor living space to relax during the summer months

• It’s an informal extension of the the living room.

• It serves as a great place for social gatherings especially in small towns.

• You can take off your dirty shoes and dry a dripping wet dog before entering into your living room.

• It can be incorporated for relaxation purposes and watching street activities.

• It can serve as a reception area for guests.

• It can also be used for outdoor storage.

Pros & Cons Of A Porch

Pros

• Due to the fact that they’re covered, porches may require little maintenance practices.

• It can go a long way to improves the curb appeal of your property.

• It protects against the extremes of the weather.

• It can be constructed using a wide range of materials.

Cons

• It does not improve the use of the property

• It can be quite expensive to install depending of the material required as well as size of the porch.

• It does not add to the value of the home unlike several other home improvement projects

• It may not be safe to be used by a child or pet.

how much is a porch?

If you’ve decided to construct a porch to your property and now looking to figure out the cost required to complete the project, then you’re at the right place!

There are many factors that comes to play when determining the price of building a porch. These factors includes the size of the porch, the number of windows, the style of the roof as well as the type of the porch selected. Now let’s take a look at these factors one after the other.

• The Porch’s Size

As you would have correctly imagined, a large porch will definitely cost more money than a smaller one. A rough estimate of a porch’s cost per square metre is approximately £1,400.

• The Number Of Windows

Just like in the scenario above, the more the number of windows to be incorporated, the more money you’ll have to pay to complete your porch. A porch window will generally cost you within a range of £300 to £1,000

• The Style Of The Roof

There are two popular styles of porch’s roof which includes a tiled rood and a rubber flat roof. Generally, roof tiles are costlier than a rubber flat roof. A tiled roof would cost you between £0.80 to £1.80 per roof tile, while a rubber roofing will cost your between £70 to £90 per metre squared.

• Type Of The Porch

Another huge determinant of a porch’s price is type of material incorporated. For instance, if your preferred type is a lean-to, the price of a uPVC would be between £2,300 to £2,700. Meanwhile, a flat gable roof porch should cost within a range of £3,300 to £3,800.

Kindly note that the costs quoted in this article are only rough estimates, for a more accurate estimate you can contact a porch building professional within your local area.

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 to plasterboard a wall?

How To Plasterboard A Wall

If you’re looking to plasterboard your wall, one of the essential things to have in mind is that the plasterboard must be hung horizontally and not vertically. Due to the way they’re manufactured, plasterboard sheets normally possess a “grain along the length. This implies that, it’s only when they’re firmly placed perpendicular against the wall that they’re able to achieve their maximum strength. Materials you’ll need to complete this task includes: Tape measure, stanley knife, pencil, spirit level, drill driver or screw gun, surform, drywall screws and handsaw. Now let’s have a look at the wall plasterboarding steps!

• To plasterboard a wall the first step to take is to place each board in such a way to make the edges the centre of the noggins and upright. Also, the the adjoining walls and door openings should fit closely to the edges.

• Work from the door opening to the ending wall. From the the stud’s edge to the noggin’s centre, use your tape measure to measure a cut board and as a rule to mark up.

• Place your spirit level on the marks and use the Stanley knife to run a line along the intended cut. Once done, turn the board on its edge and give a sharp push on the back to split.

• Cut the paper left with the knife after folding the split edge back on itself. This way, you should get a nice and clean edge.

• In its right position, place the board up against the studwork. Install the screws on the board’s edges where a noggin or upright can be seen.

• Mark lines down across the board at the stud’s centre.

• Cut the end boards to length.

• Install the remaining boards as mentioned above. While doing this, make sure the factory edges are together.

• Cut any board extending into an opening and finish the edges using a surform.

We’d recommend you hire the professional services of a plasterer for the best results especially if you lack the necessary training or experience. Plasterboarding a wall can be a tricky challenge and you’d save yourself some time, money and effort by getting it right on the first trial.

How to get free external wall insulation?

This is a very great opportunity to not only get free external wall insulation, but also cut down your energy bills depending on the type of property you live in. Generally, to enjoy free external wall insulation you must at least be part of the group receiving one of the benefits listed below and also depends on the amount of money you earn. The benefits include:

• Income based jobseeker’s allowance (JSA)

• Income support

• Income-related employment and support allowance (ESA)

• Tax credits

• Pension credit guarantee credit.

• Universal credit.

There are also other important factors that determines if you can have a free insulation fitted on your property. These includes the place you reside, the carbon level of your home and according to some suppliers, the level of beneficial impact the insulation will have on your home. In order to have a free external wall insulation installed, you must either be the owner of your home or at least obtain the go ahead from your landlord before any external wall insulation activity can be made.

Good news is, if you fit the aforementioned criteria and you’ve already installed an external wall insulation, you just may be entitled to receive a refund for the good job done. However, to really find out if you’re eligible, we’d recommend you get in touch with your supplier directly. Also, the Energy Saving Trust (EST) can direct you to some organizations who can assist you in the determination of your eligibility.

As a home and property owner living in England, you can also check out the Each Home Counts Advice Website which is committed to giving impartial energy efficiency advice.

At the end of the day, if it turns out you happen to be ineligible for a free external wall insulation, you can still go ahead to contact a professional installer for a help at a competitive price to enjoy the several benefits that comes with home insulation.

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 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.

how to finance a house extension?

Do you want to beautify and increase the value of your home? If yes, a refurb and house extension is definitely a great option to consider. Depending on your home extension project, the value that’ll be added to your home’s resale value varies. However, the cost of completing a house extension project can be huge, so you just might want to consider your financing options. Fortunately, there are various options through which your house extension project can be funded with each having its own pros and cons. Your specific circumstances will determine the one that’s going to work best for you, so let’s take a look at some of the best options to help you fund your project.

• Home Remortgaging

The process whereby a mortgage is transferred from one provider to the other is known as remortgaging. This is usually done to generate funds for a project by entering a more lengthy repayment term commitment when switching. If you want to raise your funds in a quick manner, this process works best.

• Savings

This is a good reason to cultivate a good saving habits. If you’ve been able to save up some mega bucks then you’d probably won’t have to borrow money to finance your house extension.

• Unsecured Loans

If you do not buy into the idea of borrowing more against your property, you may just be able to apply for an unsecured loan especially if you have a good credit record. A secured loan makes use of collaterals like a car or house to serve as a cover for the lender, meanwhile an unsecured loan is based mainly on the credit managing history of the borrower.

• Credit Card

There are some great benefits that comes with financing your small or medium scale extension project with your credit card. Not only does it offer some real lifeline if problems arise during the project, but you can also avoid paying excessive interest on the investment by ensuring your deal has a 0% introductory rate.

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