House Extensions
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Terry K
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Looking for a side extension at approx 7m x 3m. Thanks
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Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Terry K
Start Date: Immediate
Looking for a side extension at approx 7m x 3m. Thanks
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Glenys G
Start Date: Immediate
A second layer of Knauf Super Top Up 200mm loft roll already purchased, needs to be laid in bungalow roof. First layer already put ***s ago.
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Kimberley R
Start Date: Immediate
Hello, Hoping you’re able to provide me with an estimate of costs for mini piling with subfloor please. Our address is 119a Minster Road, minster, sheerness kent ***. This will be for an extens...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Anthony J
Start Date: Immediate
expanding a utility room in our double size garage to enable us to instal more storage units. the size is floor to ceiling 233cm and length is 660cm and the installing of a wooden door (which we have)...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Mimita B
Start Date: Immediate
i need my loft converted into a room, i need a staircase to access the room too. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what are you looking to convert the space int...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Tony B
Start Date: Immediate
30m2 cavity wall construction, 50mm ecotherm insulation, weepholes, cavity trays, lintels, etc - labour & plant only (materials supplied) are you the property owner: owner of the property property ty...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Rob H
Start Date: Less than one month
single story full width extension. 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 propert...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Rob H
Start Date: Less than one month
customer has a extensions & conversions project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for single storey house extension. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a ...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Rob H
Start Date: Less than one month
single story full width extension. 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 propert...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Sara S
Start Date: Immediate
build a partial exterior wall with door in it to desperate from next doors property are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how much work would you say needs to be don...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Vida M
Start Date: Immediate
i need either underpin the wall or build a new fundation for the built wall instead of the garage door.
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Dorothy L
Start Date: Less than one month
customer in sheerness area has requested that we arrange quotes for their building maintenance project.ms are considering various options and would like to discuss with a builder directly.please call ...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Mimita B
Start Date: Immediate
reduce the garage space to half its size to create a dining area are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have a: single garage what will the space be used for: living space do you req...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Ashley V
Start Date: Immediate
customer visited the myloftconversionprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: semi detached, property owner: owner, looking to convert into: bedroom, work description: 2 bedrooms 1 ...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Dawn A
Start Date: Immediate
are you the property owner: owner have you considered getting your windows replaced to match your conservatory: no other forms: kitchen design & installation, building maintenance agreed to receive q...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Jayne C
Start Date: Immediate
porch and new front door. are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have planning permission: no what material are you looking for: upvc what material would you like the roof made from...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Kerry K
Start Date: Immediate
Garage door removing and windows put in - this is going to be a studio so natural light is essential. Would possibly want additional windows put in. New flooring and insulated/stud walls to be put i...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Maureen B
Start Date: Immediate
Property owner House extension Please call to appoint
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Mark W
Start Date: Immediate
Loft conversion for a 1930s semi. Requiring a hip to gable loft conversion. The roof tiles have no water proof membrane underneath which we feel would be required. A simple staircase is needed and we ...
Sheerness - ME12
Enquiry from: Lesley B
Start Date: Immediate
Fitted wardrobes in a new bedroom Are you the property owner: Owner of the property How many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 Bedrooms Are you looking to decorate the whole room: No Please call to appoint
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.
View our Builder cost guide View our Builder adviceWindows or lightwells can be a great way to introduce natural light into your basement, making it a more valuable, enjoyable space. However, they’re not always an essential requirement.
It’s important for your basement conversion to meet ventilation and fire safety building regulations. Windows can be a good way to do this, but they’re not the only option. Stack or mechanical ventilation, or ensuring that stairs up from your basement connect to an exit can be a good alternative.
So, while windows can be a great asset to your basement conversion, if you can’t afford them or they’re not structurally feasible, you can still create a basement conversion without them.
Planning permission is not normally needed for a loft conversion as they are covered by permitted development rights. A conversion company will tell you if you do and help you with this. For more information, see our article about planning permission.
Cladding comes in a range of styles, such as flush, shiplap, and featheredge. Many types of cladding are also available in a variety of colours to suit any property. A cladding specialist will be able to discuss what solution is best for your property and how it works.
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.
When it comes to extending a home, the rear of the house often comes to mind a lot more than the front. However, this doesn’t mean that you can’t extend the front of your house. This can be done either as part of a renovation project whereby the entire house is incorporated or it can also be done in isolation. It’s possible to extend the front of your house without the need to apply for a planning permission, however, there are a bunch of limitations you’d have to comply with if you wish to carry out with such a project. Sometimes, this may imply that extending to the front of your home is more tedious and tasking than extending your home’s rear. So exactly how far can you extend the front of your home without planning permission?
The short and simple answer to this question is 2 metres square area with a height not more than 3 metres. Generally, you do not need a planning permission to build a front porch as long as its area doesn’t go beyond 2 square metres from a public road or walkway. Also, a tiled or slated roof can be as much as 4 metres but other roofs must not go beyond 3 metres in height. If you want to extend the front of your home beyond the restrictions specified, then you’ll have to apply for a planning permission.
Extending the front of home can be quite costly, but this can be controlled by not building to the extension to the highest specification, not including an extension on kitchens or bathrooms and more.
If your basement has a cavity drain membrane, it’ll need a pump to move water away from the exterior of your basement and prevent flooding.
Sump pumps can be noisy, but they don’t have to be. Generally, if you have a well-designed pump that’s installed correctly, you shouldn’t find it a problem. For best results, hire a skilled, experienced professional to supply and install your drainage system.
How To Repair A Pothole In Gravel Driveways
When the integrity of your gravel driveway is impaired not only does it have a negative impact on the curb appeal of your property, but also makes your driveway a danger zone. If your driveway needs to be repaired, you’d simply have to grab the bull by the horn and get it done - the sooner, the better to avoid the problem getting worse and to have your beautiful gravel driveway back as soon as possible.
The major cause of potholes in driveways is usually water, when it gets trapped beneath the surface of the driveway. Therefore, you may also want to enhance the drainage in the area as part of your repair. The repair process is quite simple for confident do-it-yourselfers, but if otherwise, then calling in a reliable professional will save you some time and extra money that can result from possible errors. So how do you repair gravel driveway potholes?
✓ Prepare the area. This involves removing all forms of debris from the pothole. To achieve this, you can rake, shovel or brush the loose stones, soil and other debris from the pothole.
✓ Fill the pot hole. Make use of a coarse gravel to fill up the pothole to a depth of about 3 inches beneath the driveway’s level. Upon the filling, simply tamp down the coarse gravel using a commercial tamper or any available homemade option. Once done, the final 3 inches to the surface of the gravel driveway should then be filled up with gravel which perfectly matches the colour and texture of the remaining driveway.
✓ Compact the patch. To achieve this in an easy and fast way, simply run your car’s wheel up and down over the repaired spot gently a couple of times. This will be enough to compact the patch and seal the pothole.
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.
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