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Expert joiners offering a wide range of services to customers in Ulverston, Barrow and the surrounding areas.
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14 Sep

House Extensions

Blackpool - FY3

Enquiry from: Lahiru S

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customer has a extensions & conversions project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for house extension. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a builder.confir...

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18 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Blackpool - FY2

Enquiry from: John N

Start Date: Immediate

I want to convert my loft for heavy storage, books mainly. I've about a tonne of them. Can you help?

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18 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Blackpool - FY2

Enquiry from: Victoria W

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A quote for a loft/dormer conversion

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27 Feb

Conversion | Loft

Blackpool - FY1

Enquiry from: Vivien T

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Loft floor and stairs up

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06 Nov

Insulation | External Wall

Blackpool - FY1

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Insulation for polycarbonate roof in lean to conservatory

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29 Oct

Building work | General

Blackpool - FY3

Enquiry from: Jack G

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01 Aug

Conversion | Loft

Blackpool - FY4

Enquiry from: Caroline T

Start Date: Immediate

Hello, Just after a quote for a full loft conversion please

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07 Mar

Building work | Bricklaying

Blackpool - FY4

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Outside steps removed and replaced fir front and rear of house.

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31 Dec

Building work | Bricklaying

Blackpool - FY1

Enquiry from: Andrew M

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rebuilding internal wall and fitting two lintreld are you the property owner: owner of the property how much work would you say needs to be done: medium job do you require the bricks to be supplied to...

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16 Nov

Building work | General

Blackpool - FY4

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customer in blackpool area has requested that we arrange quotes for their building maintenance project.they are considering various options and would like to discuss with a builder directly.please cal...

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13 Jun

Building work | Sound Proofing

Blackpool - FY1

Enquiry from: Craig W

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sound proofing adjoining wall to next door are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have sounds proofed: 4 rooms what level of s...

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30 May

Insulation | External Wall

Blackpool - FY1

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external wall insulation repair are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 bedrooms property age: pre 1900 please call to appoint

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26 Apr

Conversion | Loft

Blackpool - FY1

Enquiry from: Wayne R

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double size loft hatch and board out are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: terrace what are you looking to convert the space into: storage are you looking to have stairs:...

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23 Mar

House Extensions

Blackpool - FY4

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mr requested quotes for house extension from a builder around blackpool. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information below i...

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27 Feb

Conversion | Loft

Blackpool - FY2

Enquiry from: Zoe C

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full lift conversation and stair case are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what are you looking to convert the space into: bedroom/s are you looking to have s...

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05 Feb

Conversion | Loft

Blackpool - FY3

Enquiry from: Ellie A

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i need a stair case provided and fitted from a bedroom to the loft room are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: semi detached what are you looking to convert the space into: bedro...

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03 Feb

Building work | Sound Proofing

Blackpool - FY1

Enquiry from: Stella B

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A party wall approx. 2.5x2.5 m soundproofing

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19 Jan

Conversion | Garage

Blackpool - FY4

Enquiry from: Holly H

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we want to convert our double garage into a playroom. we need windows, plastering and flooring are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have a: double garage what will the space be use...

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07 Jan

Building Work | Porch

Blackpool - FY4

Enquiry from: Mark S

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Call anytime. New build or replacement: New build Quote requested on a porch, in PVCu, to be supplied and fitted.

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14 Nov

Building work | General

Blackpool - FY1

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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 Blackpool is:

£23,840

Builder job Builder cost in 2024
Garage conversion in Blackpool £4,500-£6,900
Loft conversion in Blackpool £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Blackpool £42,000-£68,000
Loft insulation in Blackpool £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Blackpool £2,625-£4,025
Barn conversions in Blackpool £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Blackpool £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Blackpool £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Blackpool £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Blackpool £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Blackpool £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Blackpool £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Blackpool £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Blackpool £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Blackpool £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Blackpool £638-£978
Residential new builds in Blackpool £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Blackpool £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Blackpool £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Blackpool £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Blackpool £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Blackpool £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Blackpool £2,440-£3,660
Roof room in Blackpool £15,000-£23,000
Shop refurbishment in Blackpool £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Blackpool £23,200-£34,800
Soundproofing in Blackpool £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Blackpool £1,520-£2,280
Garden room in Blackpool £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Blackpool £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

how much value does a loft conversion add?

When its impossible to build out and create more space sideways, why can’t you look upwards? As more and more homeowners in the UK are carrying out their loft conversion project, one question that keeps popping up is the amount of value the loft conversion can add to their homes. However, this is a question that is impossible to provide a single and precise answer to. This is because the value that’ll be generated by a loft conversion is largely dependent on a wide range of influencing factors. To give you a vague idea of the loft conversion value to a property, we’ve put forward a research carried out by industry experts so you can know what you’re in for.

Nationwide carried out a research which shows clearly that a loft conversion including an additional bedroom as part of the building plan will increase a house’s value by up to 21 percent. Since the number of rooms a house has is one of the main metrics for house valuations, loft conversion comes in pretty handy as it’s a great and easy way to convert your house from a 4 bedroom house to a 5 bedroom house prior to sale.

Apart from the financial value aspect, loft conversion also adds more value to your lifestyle which is very unlike nearly other financial investments you can make. More space in your house automatically means more storage or a new room as you wish. A new room can be for a growing family or probably to serve as a guest room. It can also be used as a study space or even an office especially with the rapidly growing rate of people working from home. With loft conversion, the possibilities in terms of value are simply endless!

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.

are house extensions worth it?

Often referred to by many as the holy grail of home improvements, house extension comes with a wide range of benefits which makes it easy to see why the extension could be a great uptick in the potential price of your property in terms of sales. So if you’re looking to build a new home extension but still not convinced about the project, we’re here to help you. Being fully aware any home construction work is usually a heavy investment, there’s a huge need to be set on your decision before scheduling the commencement of any work. So are house extensions worth it? Below are some of the top benefits offered by house extensions to help you decide if it’s the most suitable route for you.

• Add To Your Home’s Value

Building an home extension is a great way to add value to your home before selling. Increasing the living space of your home is an incredible appeal to many buyers which significantly increases your property’s total value. However, you must ensure that the extension is impressively designed using top quality materials in order to generate more value.

• Good Alternative To House Moving

The most common reason for moving is usually due to a lack of sufficient space, but with house prices steadily on the increase a cost effective alternative is highly sought after. This alternative is house extension which creates more space for the household to spread out and have more privacy.

• You May Not Require A Planning Permission

You can extend your house and still not need to apply for a planning permission. To achieve this, simply comply with the laid down rules set under the permitted development rights.

• Extra Living Space

If you fill you’re starting to outgrow your existing structure and do not buy into the idea of moving, then your best bet might just be to extend your home.

how much to refurbish a house?

Refurbishing a house brings about a plethora of benefits. These includes an increased sale value, an improvement on your quality of life or even simply to make it more visually appealing. All these are great when you look at them, but one thing that happens to be an hindrance for several homeowners is the cost of getting the project done. You may wish to set a budget, plan and prepare before commencement of the project, but the fact remains that, when it comes to refurbishing a house, nothing is certain. In fact, it’s advised to always expect the unexpected and have a lot of cash in reserve just in case something goes wrong. There are a wide range of factors that can play a key role in the overall cost of a house refurbishment. Minor refurbishment that should cost around £30,000 can easily go up to over a whooping £150,000 for a total transformation. Most of this cost will be expended on labour, and the next most significant expense, which is sourcing materials.

In general, the cost of your refurbishment project will depend on some factors which includes the size of the project, the materials used, the refurbishment or renovation level, the location of the property, the quality of the contractor hired and lots more. To estimate the cost of refurbishing your property, you can follow these simple steps:

✓ Write down a detailed list of all the things that needs to be done per room and try to be as specific as possible.

✓ Carry out a research of the labour cost in your area as well as the raw materials’ cost (here, you can make use of guides such as home advisor).

✓ Add an extra 10 to 15 percent on top of the calculated estimate for uprisings and repairs.

✓ Talk to your contractor to get a more accurate quote.

How to find a builder to refurbish my house?

After making the decision to refurbish your home or property, the next obvious step is finding the right builder to get the job done. The process of getting a good and reliable builder can be a very tricky one especially when you don’t plan ahead. And in truth, the outcome of your house refurbishment project can only be as good as the contractor your hire. Consequently, finding the perfect builder for your task should be a top priority to get the best return on investment. Here are a few sources that will put you in the right direction to finding a reliable home refurbishment company.

✓ Friends, Relatives & Neighbours

If you have a friend, relative or neighbour that have recently completed a home refurbishment project, you can go for a visit to check out the work done. If you’re pleased with the work, you can proceed to ask about the work ethics of the builder and get the contact if satisfied.

✓ Internet

With the rapid rise of online technology, there’s hardly a service you can’t find on the internet. Websites like HomeAdvisor have been helping people find their desired service providers with relative ease for so long. To get the right building contractor online, it’s advisable to check reviews as well as testimonials before moving forward. Nowadays, you’re most likely going to find so many positive online reviews as some businesses now go to the extent of dubiously writing good reviews for their companies. As a result, it’s recommended to pay closer attention to the negative reviews and check if it’s something you can cope with before hiring a contractor.

✓ Store Contact Lists

You’ll discover a long list of building contractors on several stores trading building materials. These builders may not be affiliated with the store owners, but many stores see it as their responsibility to point you in the right direction so that the building materials acquired from them can be put to good use.

Why has my driveway cracked?

Driveway surfacing materials like concrete, asphalt and clay brick usually crack because they’ve been exposed to extreme temperatures or put under high pressure. It’s important to repair driveway cracks before they get worse and cause damage to vehicles and perhaps others to trip on raised cracks.

what is a garden room?

Over the years, garden rooms have gradually become a popular choice amongst homeowners as a cost effective way of expanding living space within a home or property. A garden room is basically a living space and a type of pavilion building made from wood that’s well insulated, double glazed as well as electrically wired. It’s however a building which is subsidiary to the main one, built with the purpose of creating an extra functional space within the property. These garden outbuildings are very functional and can be used as a garden studio, office, salon and much more. They can also be incorporated for recreational purposes for evening relaxations, family and friends get-together, lounge or even spa. Other possible uses of a garden room include gyms, pool houses, playrooms, dens, home cinemas and game rooms.

Garden rooms are functional living spaces that are usable throughout the year. And with the rate at which their popularity is growing, you’ll find some companies offering cheap and low quality alternatives featuring shed like construction and felt roof. Garden rooms, on the other hand, are a valuable investment with superior designs and top notch build. They’re constructed in a very similar way to houses with timber frames. Furthermore, they are fully insulated and can also include the normal building solutions such as heating and running water, electricity and many more depending on the requirements of the home or property owner. With the durability of garden rooms being a major objective, they’re typically clad in natural solid timber like Cedar, Larch or Acacia. Materials such as EPDM rubber or cedar shingles are normally used for the roof covering. What’s more? They usually have large expanses of glazing and glazed doors fitted.

How to plasterboard a brick wall?

How To Plasterboard A Brick Wall

Do you want to cover your brick wall with plasterboard? The key to success here is the preparation. You must ensure that brick wall is prepared well enough to receive the plasterboard. To get started, there’s the need to attach wood furring strips to the wall which serves as studs in a wood frame structure. This way, the plasterboard will be prevented from getting in touch with the brick. You can always hang pictures or any other forms of decoration in between the gap between the walls. Let’s have a look!

lAttach Furring Strips

• Get a 2 inch by 4 inch wood stud and apply a bead of construction adhesive.

• Using a masonry bit, drill a pilot hole through the wood stud’s base as well as the brick wall.

• Hit a 3 inch fluted nail through the hole using a sledgehammer

• Using a construction adhesive, bind a horizontal 2 inch by 3 inch stud to the upper edge of the wall.

• Using an adhesive, bind the length of a 2 inch by 3 inch stud on its wide side.

• Use a masonry drill to drill a hole on the wood stud and 1 1/2 inches into the brick wall.

• Hit a 3 inch fluted nail through the pilot hole.

lApply Plasterboard

• Hold a plasterboard sheet against the furring strips.

• Use plasterboard screw to hold the drywall sheets in place.

• Use fibreglass to cover the joints where the two plasterboard sheets meet.

• Use a thin layer of the joint compound on the tape. Once done, screw it using a 6 inch taping knife, then allow to dry overnight.

• Use a sandpaper to smooth the joint compound.

• Use a fresh coat of the joint compound to block the holes and joints. Once done, allow the compound to dry.

• Use a light sandpaper to smooth the final coat.

Plasterboarding a brick wall is a simple task but the preparation part must be done right to protect your investment. Therefore, we’d recommend you hire the services of a skilful professional, who can guarantee the best results especially if you lack enough training and experience to carry out a DIY project.

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