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We specialise is making your spare spaces into beautiful living spaces Our tradesmen are quality checked and qualified a...
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Stone Made Drives

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With over 25 years experience, we can transform your outdoor space, add value to your home and give you the paving, drivew...
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Understanding how soundproofing works can be a bit of a minefield but we are happy to explain how the dB scale works and w...
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We are a Family run business . With over 35 years experience. Between us with our small team. we pride ourselves on our ho...
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Sonsonia

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Sonsonia Ltd is a reliable construction company that serves Leeds and the surrounding areas. Our team of skilled professio...

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28 May

Conversion | Loft

Colne - BB8

Enquiry from: Safina S

Start Date: Immediate

customer in colne area made an enquiry for loft conversion online. confirmed via sms at 11:12 confirmed via email at 11:13 please call to arrange an appointment to discuss options are you the propert...

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26 Jan

House Extensions | Single Storey

Colne - BB8

Enquiry from: Cherry S

Start Date: Immediate

single storey rear extension 3x 7 meters. joining onto wall with access through back door space. a single bedroom 3x4 meters with a very small ensuite . corridor from back door to the main house. ...

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02 Aug

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Colne - BB8

Enquiry from: Julie W

Start Date: Immediate

One corner wardrobe with double hanging one double wardrobe with long hanging 2bed side cabinets with 3 drawers in each and one dressing table with drawers at each side and knee hole in middle

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14 Apr

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Colne - BB8

Enquiry from: Elaine T

Start Date: Immediate

Home Owner Call to Appoint

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21 Aug

Conversion | Loft

Colne - BB8

Enquiry from: Gavin A

Start Date: Immediate

Property Type: Terraced Have you got a rough idea of the design you would like: Yes How many bedrooms are you looking to have: 3-4 Bedrooms How many storeys are you looking for the property to have: ...

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04 May

House Extensions

Colne - BB8

Enquiry from: Alison R

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Small porch Are you the property owner: Owner of the property What material are you looking for: uPVC What material would you like the roof made from: Tile Time scale: 1-3 months Do you have plannin...

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04 Aug

Building work | Wall Rendering

Colne - BB8

Enquiry from: Mike L

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Customer visited the myplasteringprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: The wall in the front bedroom needs skimming all the wallpaper is already off ...

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19 Oct

Conversion | Loft

Colne - BB8

Enquiry from: Janet M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Home owner Property Type: Terrace Work description: Mini loft conversion What are you looking to convert the space into: Living space Time scale: 1-3months Contact to Appoint *

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19 Sep

Conversion | Loft

Colne - BB8

Enquiry from: Janet M

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myloftconversionprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Property owner: Owner, Looking to convert into: Living space, Work description: Mini loft con...

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15 Sep

Building work | Refurbishment

Rossendale - BB4

Enquiry from: Wendy H

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I’m looking into the cost of refurbing a property in central Rawtenstall and would appreciate a steer on the likely cost per sq foot. There should be little structural work and is internal work onl...

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01 Jul

Building work | General

Blackburn - BB1

Enquiry from: Nizamuddin K

Start Date: Immediate

Double pitched roof trusses married into a single pitch slated roof

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27 May

Driveway Repair

Bradford - BD13

Enquiry from: James S

Start Date: Immediate

Driveway repair. Resin bound driveway installation

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17 Apr

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Burnley - BB10

Enquiry from: Ejaz A

Start Date: Immediate

Cavity wall insulation in a newly built first floor extension

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18 Mar

Building Work | Porch

Burnley - BB10

Enquiry from: Sarah K

Start Date: Immediate

Lean to upvc porch, left side projection 2x1 m

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19 Feb

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Burnley - BB10

Enquiry from: Margery P

Start Date: Immediate

Loft insulation repair etc,

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06 Feb

Building work | Wall Rendering

Blackburn - BB1

Enquiry from: Rajia N

Start Date: Immediate

Acrylic Rendring for the house

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28 Jan

Building work | General

Bacup - OL13

Enquiry from: Andrew C

Start Date: Immediate

Raised section of land alongside house to road to dig out and remove, approx 80 to 100 tonnes. Footings for a garage. Not sure if you'd build a retaining wall too?

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24 Jan

Insulation | External Wall

Bacup - OL13

Enquiry from: Ryan J

Start Date: Immediate

The side and Rear of my farm house need external insulation and the front needs internal

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22 Jan

Insulation | External Wall

Halifax - HX2

Enquiry from: Claire C

Start Date: Immediate

Looking for Insulation to my Mums' conservatory roof

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18 Jan

Insulation | External Wall

Burnley - BB11

Enquiry from: Peter R

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External Insulation of single skin wall

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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 Colne is:

£23,818

Builder job Builder cost in 2024
Garage conversion in Colne £4,500-£6,900
Loft conversion in Colne £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Colne £42,000-£68,000
Loft insulation in Colne £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Colne £2,625-£4,025
Barn conversions in Colne £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Colne £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Colne £875-£1,320
Bricklayers in Colne £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Colne £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Colne £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Colne £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Colne £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Colne £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Colne £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Colne £638-£978
Residential new builds in Colne £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Colne £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Colne £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Colne £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Colne £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Colne £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Colne £2,440-£3,660
Roof room in Colne £15,000-£23,000
Shop refurbishment in Colne £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Colne £23,200-£34,800
Soundproofing in Colne £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Colne £1,520-£2,280
Garden room in Colne £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Colne £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

how to repair concrete driveway pitting?

Pitting, also referred to as spalling is the event whereby “pits” or small holes start showing on the surface of your concrete driveway which makes it appear both worn and uneven. Concrete driveway pitting is a common but highly frustrating problem for most homeowners. You’ll see some concrete driveways that’ll only start to pit after a couple of years, but this is not true for all concrete driveways as others will start to show signs only after a couple of months. So how do you tackle this issue? Well, it’s relatively simple to tackle, however if you’re not confident or lack the necessary skills, we’d recommend you get in touch with a reliable professional who can guarantee the best results for help. In this guide, we’ll take you through the concrete driveway pitting repair process.

✓ Prepare the pits by cleaning the area, clearing out all debris and more. The small pits can be cleaned with a stiff brush while a sturdy broom will do a good job for larger pits.

✓ Make use of a hose to spray the concrete pits and flush out all remaining bits of waste.

✓ If you’re tackling series of small pits, simply use a caulking gun filled with pre-mixed epoxy and specially formulated for concrete to fill the pits. Clear off the excess eproxy ensuring that its level with the concrete surface. Once done, simply leave for at least 24 hours before the application of a concrete sealant to prevent the wear and tear of the new concrete.

✓ Chisel out a little concrete and clean with a pressure washer. Once done, apply a concrete resurfacing compound mixture into the holes and use a trowel to level off.

✓ Ensure that the repaired concrete driveway is protected from rain and foot traffic for at least 6 hours (or 24 hours for vehicles).

do fitted wardrobes add value to your home?

The short and simple answer is yes, fitted wardrobes add value to any home or property. Owning a home is mostly the single most expensive asset that a person can possess. And as a result, your home is a very special asset that you’d want to make conducive and maintain to the best of your ability. To retain the value of your home or even add to it, you have to learn how to maximize its potentials using different means. In the UK, a big issue for most households is usually the lack of storage space and most especially, the quickly shaped bedrooms which is really affected with storage problems. It almost always seems like there isn’t enough space to keep our clothes as well as the never-ending portfolio of accessories, devices and gadgets. Therefore, an extra or excess usable room inside a home is always a premium.

In other words maximizing the space you have, especially the unused ones, is a great way to add value to your property. Custom made fitted wardrobes are a great means to making the most out of the space within your home and are also designed to last for several years. Unlike the freestanding wardrobes, modern and fitted wardrobes are not only visually appealing, but they’re also customizable to fully maximize every inch of space within the room. As a result, they’re the ideal solution especially for loft rooms where the bedroom may be slope or oddly shaped to make the best out of the space available.

Potential investors are always eager to invest in homes with enough space that are well maximized. Therefore, a fitted wardrobe will not only help you create a better demand for your home at the point of selling, but it’ll also go a long to increase its value in so many ways.

how long does a loft conversion take?

If you’re about to carry out a loft conversion project, you’d probably be wondering how long it’ll take to complete the task. Well, you’re not alone! This is one of the most common questions when it comes to loft conversion projects, however, providing a set timeframe for completion of such projects is impossible as all loft conversions vary. There are different factors that can determine the duration of your project. These factors include, the materials to be used, the type of the proposed loft conversion, the kind of staircase you’ll like to have installed, the number of windows included, the number of rooms to be added as well as a number of other influencing factors. As a result of these variables, the milestones and timings provided are only to be taken as guidelines. If you’d really like to have a set date, you can get in touch with a professional for help.

Generally, it’ll take up to 8 weeks to complete a loft conversion project.

✓ The first week activities will include putting up scaffolding, receiving the first materials for the build and creating an opening in the roof to gain access to the loft space.

✓ In the second week, the structure of the roof will be ammended and more support added.

✓ Third week, the floor joists will be fitted, building of the loft conversion will start, completion of the external roof works and commencement of plumbing and electric works.

✓ Fourth week, complete the building, construct the loft floor, fit the roof windows, insulation, ventilation and internal stud walls.

✓ Fifth week, apply plaster and plasterboard to the room walls, create a staircase opening and fit the new staircase.

✓ Sixth week, plaster the staircase area, complete plumbing and electrical works, hang the doors, fit skirting, handrails and bannisters and start decoration.

✓ Seventh week, complete the decoration and clean and wipe out all wastes.

✓ Eight week, complete all the remaining tasks.

how long does it take to pebble dash a house

Are you looking to pebble dash your house? This is a cool way to add a stunning new look to your home or property while also adding to its resale value should you wish to sell later on. The list of the benefits goes on, however one thing that most home and property owners would like to know before starting such a project is exactly how long it’ll take to complete it. If you’re also having similar thoughts, then you’ve come to the right place! In this post we’re going to give you an insight into the duration of pebble dashing a house. Let’s take a look!

First and foremost, just like any other home improvement project, the duration of a house pebble dashing project is affected by a number of variables. These variables include the size of your house, the company or contractor hired and lots more. In general, a house pebble dashing project should take within the range of 3 to 14 days depending on the size of your home. It should be noted that you’ll have to pay the workers on a daily basis. Most labourers will charge within the range of £140 to about £160 per labourer per day. And you should expect to have at least 2 labourers to work on your house’s pebble dashing project per day. On the other hand, the more labourer you have working on your project, the more you’re going to pay on a daily basis but this will also significantly reduce the time frame it’ll take to get the project over the line.

how thick should render be on external wall?

Render serves two basic functions. One is it’s protective qualities as render acts as waterproof for the wall which enables them breathe by allowing water vapour move from the inside to the outside of the structure while also working to prevent water or rain from finding its way inside the structure. While the second function is the decorative qualities as render is able to provide the structure with a fine finish and colour to make the building a lot more appealing and correcting faults in line and level in the masonry.

If you wish to apply render on your external wall, you’d probably be wondering just how thick the render should be to perfectly serve both of functions. In this article, we’re going to take a look at just that!

For a render thickness, the British Standard Wind Driven Rain Index has come up with 4 ratings which include Sheltered, Moderate, Severe as well as Very Severe. An area with Very Severe rating include South West England. This rating implies that the thickness of the render in this area should be increased to at least 20mm for a direct one coat render applications as well as 5 to 6 external wall insulation base coat applications. And if you happen to reside within one mile of the coast, it’s strongly recommended you incorporate an extra repellent protection like Paraguard AG from Parex.

In general, render that’s prepared on site with cement and sand should be have a minimum of 20mm to 25mm thickness. Although, it should be noted that the quality of the render is based on quality of the sand incorporated, the design mix as well as being largely dependent on how good the mixing technique from the applicator is. The most common reasons why traditional renders fails is due to both poor mixing ratios and low quality materials used.

what is the best loft insulation?

If you have a loft, then the next thing that’s crucial is a loft insulation. Asides from cutting down on your carbon footprint, when you’re able to install an effective loft insulation you can slash your heating bills by up to £250 per year. What’s more? Besides making your home more energy efficient, it can also increase the value of your property a great deal. So if you’re also considering the insulation of your loft, one of the few things that comes to mind is, what loft insulation is the best to incorporate? In order to help you make the best informed decision possible, this post is going to address this issue and put you on the right path.

 

In truth, there’s no way to say exactly which type of insulation is the best as all types usually have a different purpose as well as usage. The insulation you choose for your home’s loft is be based largely on the how you’re going to make use of the space as well as any unique challenges you might face given the shape of your home’s loft. Below are some types of insulation to give you a better idea:

  • Blanket insulation. This is the most common type that comes in rolls of rock, glass or mineral fibre ( or foil-backed felt ). It normally the most affordable and also a good all-purpose insulation which is easy to fit although not suitable for the roof.
  • Loose-fill insulation. This type of insulation features a loose, lightweight material such as cork granules, cellulose fibre, mineral wool etc. It can either be incorporated as a top up or on its own. The primary drawback is it isn’t very secure and can also be very messy.
  • Sheet insulation. This is the best solution for the roof’s underside as it offers a highly effective insulation for your loft space and can also be decorated over. The drawback here is that it’s usually the most expensive type to purchase and install.
an every house have a loft conversion?

If you’re having issues with the amount of space in your home and need an extra space without affecting your garden, loft conversion comes to mind. Not only is it a great solution to creating more living space within a home, but it’s also one of the most budget-friendly solutions you can count on to expand your space by thinking upwards rather than sideways. So if you’re thinking about converting your loft, one thing that almost immediately comes to mind is whether or not your house is suitable for loft conversion.

To answer the question of whether every house can have a loft conversion is a very simple one. Generally, not every house is suitable for loft conversion. This is due to the fact that each and every loft space - from the stairways below and floors to the rafters and the roof up above, is unique. Therefore, the best way to really figure out whether or not a house’s loft offers the potential for conversion is to get in touch with a loft specialist.

So what can make a house not suitable for a loft conversion? Let’s take a closer look!

✓ A house will not be suitable for a loft conversion if the height of the ceiling happens to be too low and it’ll not be possible to have it raised.

✓ If you do not own own the freehold to the loft space, you won’t be able to convert the loft. Surprisingly, this happens to be a common issue in London.

✓ You will not be able to convert your loft if you reside in a conservation area or in a listed building. But you can identify a design solution that’ll still comply with the conservation rules and keep planners happy.

when does a loft become a habitable room?

When Does A Loft Become A Habitable Room?

When a loft is being converted to functional space, there are a multiple options it can offer. It’s not uncommon that at the conversion of this space, many household may not have a specific plan on how it’s going to be used. However, they know later on an actual need might arise, perhaps as you start working from home, developing other hobbies that requires an extra space or the family grows.

The loft can easily be converted into a game room, study room, playroom or even a household’s “breathing space etc. However, when the family grows and you wish to make use of the space on the top of your home as an extra bedroom, there are many factors to consider. The fact is, just because there’s enough space to fit a bed, doesn’t make it habitable. For a loft to become habitable, it must be built specifically for the purpose of being a sleeping area and must also comply with the relevant building regulations. It’s as a result of this, many property sale particulars include “potential third bedroom, subject to regulations statement written on it as well as the boarded and insulated loft space’s dimensions.

Loft conversions building regulations are set in such a way to ensure that adequate attention is given to both safety and structural elements to build a new space that’s fit for undetermined household use. These regulations are established minimum requirements to guarantee the following:

• The new floor and ceiling’s structural integrity.

• The existing roof and party wall modification’s structural stability.

• Safety during fire incidents plus an escape route.

• An appropriate stairway access.

• The proposed changes’ structural suitability to the external environment in association with the local area as well as any unique factors specific to the property.

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