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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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We are a family run business with an array of experience and knowledge in the kitchen and bedroom industry. We offer the ...
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DK construction solutions

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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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Open Plan Renovations undertakes a wide variety of refurbishment and renovation services. We provide a range of constructi...

Recent Builder Enquiries

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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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

Is external wall insulation safe?

With the numerous benefits that comes with the installation of an external wall insulation in a building, it’s also important to find out whether it’s also safe before proceeding to fit one in your home. Firstly, to ensure that external wall insulation systems are safe, they must be BBA approved, which means they’ve been subjected to a thorough testing by the British Board of Agrement and therefore, suitable for use in UK homes.

Given the fact that cladding materials have recently generated a lot of debate and negative press about how reliable some particular materials are, questions are being asked of the safety and reliability of external wall insulation. However we must clarify that, although external wall insulation can be classified under cladding, it is very different to rainscreen cladding - which caused the Grenfell fire tragedy.

External wall insulation is completely safe. However, when it comes to fire, the safety of your system depends largely on the insulation type in question. The safest type of insulation you can have installed is the Rockwool insulation boards which are rated as Euroclass A1 non-combustible. The board is specially designed in such a way that it contains fire - preventing it from reaching the other areas of the building. They also do not produce harmful emission or smoke when impacted by fire.

Meanwhile, the Wood Fibre, is also a great insulation which is known to char and not burn. Contrary to many beliefs, it actually burns slowly creating this charring effect which produces an oxygen barrier that helps reduce the spread of fire.

To make your system safer, you can also make use of Fibreglass Mesh for reinforcement. It helps to improve the strength of the tensile which promotes the security of the boards attached to the wall.

What qualifications should a builder have?

Some individuals who have been in the construction department for many years may not be qualified, that is, they may not have undergone an apprenticeship and/or trade certificate courses, but they might still be very skilled at their work. However, anybody can pick up a sledgehammer and demand themselves a builder lacking any skills or training. The wise thing would be to ask the builder coming to your house about what qualifications they have and what training they have undergone.

Licensing of building practitioners

You can now check if your builder or tradesperson is a licensed building practitioner by using an electronic public register which has a record of every registered builder. Being licensed provides you with an assurance that the builder who is about to do your work has proven his shill to the government and earned his right to be a practitioner. If you wish for certain important building and design work on your home it is imperative that you hire a licensed practitioner, the act is very common when you compare the scenario with when you have to call a plumber or an electrician regarding any work.

In order to become a builder in the UK, you must complete an apprenticeship or an NVQ. NVQ is another popular route to becoming a builder. You can also get your NVQ even when you are working as an apprentice. You can also make it based on any recognised overseas qualification.

All associates maintain a Code of Practice and Conduct which sets the standards for all stages of the building procedure. The Code requires builders to:

• Submit quotes on projects for which they have time.

• Securing the contract with a sufficient insurance cover.

• Maintain honesty and integrity at all times.

• Obey the law and industry standards of conduct.

All members of the construction association must also follow a code of conduct. As a consumer, if you think your builder has breached the Code of Conduct or the Code of Ethics, you can file a written against him or her.

What types of extension are there?

There are many different types of extension. For example, you could install an orangery, flat or pitched roof extension, over-structure extension, single or double storey extension or a glass box extension. Which one of these is most suitable will depend on your existing property.

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.
How much plasterboard do I need?

How Much Plasterboard Do I Need?

Although many people especially contractors have a tough time estimating the number of drywall or plasterboard needed to complete a project, it’s a rather simple task if all factors are taken into consideration. If you’re able to follow the same procedures taken by professionals to count dry wall sheets, you’ll be in the right direction. Let’s have a look at the procedures to follow!

lTake Square Footage Measurement

• Measure the square footage of the area where the plasterboard will be fitted.

• Multiply the height by the width of each wall or ceiling area.

• Add all quantities to obtain a total square-foot amount.

lCalculate Drywall Sheets

• To calculate the number of drywall or plasterboard sheet is very simple once you’ve gotten the total square footage.

• To get started, simply divide the total square footage of area by 32 (that’s if you are using a 4 by 8 sheets) or you can also make use of 48 to make the division (only if you’re making use of the 4 by 12 sheets).

• The answer you get after the division will give you the full number of plasterboard sheets that’s required to complete the project.

We’d recommend you include an extra 10 to 15 percent of whatever you calculate to take care of the possible odd cuts and wastages. This implies that if your total area is 1600 square feet while incorporating 4 by 8 sheets, simply divide 1600 by 32 which equals 50 sheets, now take 10% of 50 which equals 5, then add back the 5 extra to the 50 sheets earlier calculated to get 55 sheets. If you wish to estimate the cost, simply multiply the number of sheets gotten by the price per sheet. Do not forget to include delivery charges and local taxes.

how to underpin a house

The importance of underpinning a house cannot be overemphasized. Firstly, what is underpinning? Well, underpinning is simply the act of reinforcing, repairing, strengthening or improving the depth of an existing foundation by lowering the footing to ensure that it rests more on more reliable and supportive soil. Not only does this method help to strengthen your building and preserve its structural integrity, but it also does increase your property’s value and gives you peace of mind knowing your property is safe. If you’re thinking about underpinning your house, you have two options – do it yourself or call in a reputable structural engineer. The latter is more advisable as the method involves a lot of specialized knowledge, skills and tools to guarantee a successful outcome. In this post, we’re going to take you through the process involved in underpinning a house. Let’s take a look!

To get started, you should know that concrete underpinning features excavating pier footings around the building at about 2 to 3 metres distance between each other. In some cases, underpins can be installed from within the house. The footings of the underpin should go very deep into the underlying soil in such a way that fully supports the weight of the building or structure. Once done, now proceed to attaching the new footing to the building. You can achieve this by excavating underneath the existing footing to make for a stronger prop. Individual prop and pier arrangement is then strengthened using strong steel bars. Once completed, the concrete is then poured.

A professional underpinning contractor will make sure there’s sufficient space left between the existing footings and the new underpins as this space will ensure that the new underpins can be easily used to jack up the house and level it once the poured concrete cures.

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 is plasterboard?

How Much Is Plasterboard?

Do you wish to install plasterboard in the nearest future? If yes, then you’d probably want to know the amount it’s going to cost. Here, we’ll give you a detailed plasterboarding prices breakdown to help you calculate an estimate for your project.

A plasterboarding project including the cost of both materials and labour with the use of a high quality panels is about £4 to £5 per panel. Therefore, if you wish to calculate on the basis of a standard room about 12x12ft would cost about £500 to £600. However, this price can fluctuate significantly depending on the professional as well as the quality of the materials you wish to incorporate in completing the project. We’d recommend that you hire the services of a professional with accreditation as he would provide you with a detailed quote with no hidden charges or costs. To give you a clearer idea, we’ve taken the time out to put together some estimated costs of employing the services of a seasoned professional plasterer to supply and plasterboard your home or office. Let’s take a look!

• A 6 x 12ft room with panels and plasterboard should have an average cost within the range of £250 to £400 and duration of one to two days.

• The individual cost of plasterboarding or drywalling a standard 12 x 12ft room should have an average cost within the range of £500 to £600 and duration of one to three days. These includes 60% for materials used (£330), 30% for tradespersons (£165) and the remaining 10% for waste removal (£55) to give a total cost of £550.

• A 12 x 24ft room with panels and plasterboard should have an average cost within the range of £1000 to £1200 and duration of three to six days.

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