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Bridgend - CF33
Enquiry from: David E
Start Date: Immediate
new porch on front of house
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Bridgend - CF33
Enquiry from: David E
Start Date: Immediate
new porch on front of house
Bridgend - CF35
Enquiry from: Rex G
Start Date: Immediate
Install stairs into attic the property is a bungalow
Bridgend - CF31
Enquiry from: Sarah S
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
build above existing ground room which used to be detached garage but had planning consent for a ground floor bedroom ,so we would like to extend above time scale: 1-3 months please call to appoint
Bridgend - CF31
Enquiry from: Clive L
Start Date: Immediate
velux loft conversion, with staircase, 3x velux windows, heating and lighting and electric.approx 5x5 mtrs. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what are you...
Bridgend - CF33
Enquiry from: Jeff C
Start Date: Immediate
customer in bridgend area has requested that we arrange quotes for their house extension project.mr are considering various options and would like to discuss with a builder directly.please call to dis...
Bridgend - CF32
Enquiry from: David J
Start Date: Immediate
we have a single garage, single-skin, exterior to the house. we are interested in having a door fitted and having it damp-proofed/insulated etc so that it can be used as a gym and general storage with...
Bridgend - CF35
Enquiry from: Chris P
Start Date: Immediate
customer made an enquiry for house extension and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a builder.mr lives in the bridgend area and would like a call to discuss options.see below d...
Bridgend - CF32
Enquiry from: Mike L
Start Date: Immediate
Call any time. New build or replacement: New build Quote requested on a porch, in PVCu, to be supplied and fitted.
Bridgend - CF35
Enquiry from: Chris P
Start Date: Immediate
shell only back extension are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached looking for: single storey extension do you have planning permission: yes do you have plans dra...
Bridgend - CF35
Enquiry from: Chris P
Start Date: Immediate
customer in the bridgend area made an enquiry a couple of projects including single storey house extension.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project:...
Bridgend - CF32
Enquiry from: Sally J
Start Date: Immediate
I would like a quote for a small attic conversion in an area of the attic and dorma. Also a staircase leading up from the main bedroom.
Bridgend - CF33
Enquiry from: Natalie F
Start Date: Immediate
looking for a quote on getting my garage converted into a bedroom which is attached to the house so can easily be done, just looking for pricing right now are you the property owner: tenant (with per...
Bridgend - CF32
Enquiry from: Heather R
Start Date: Immediate
not fully decided on the type but would like the smallest upstairs bedroom to become a staircase up to a converted loft that holds a third bedroom with en-suite if possible. are you the property owner...
Bridgend - CF31
Enquiry from: Clive W
Start Date: Immediate
2 bedroom loft conversion + on suite 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...
Bridgend - CF35
Enquiry from: Christopher P
Start Date: Immediate
customer made an online enquiry for single storey house extension and confirmed on sms and email they would like a call with a builder to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote....
Bridgend - CF35
Enquiry from: Christopher P
Start Date: Immediate
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...
Bridgend - CF31
Enquiry from: Des Q
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
customer in bridgend 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 call...
Bridgend - CF31
Enquiry from: Simon R
Start Date: Immediate
block work retaining wall, blocks laid flat. stone bricks to line existing wall. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how much work would you say needs to be done...
Bridgend - CF31
Enquiry from: Manoj P
Start Date: Less than one month
customer in bridgend areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for house extension.confirmed interest via email at 09/04/2021 18:02.please call to arrange appoin...
Bridgend - CF31
Enquiry from: Des Q
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
customer requested quotes for bricklaying from a builder around bridgend. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information below ...
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 adviceThe short and simple answer to this question is yes, you can build a room in your garden. In fact, if you want an additional space for a living room, dining room, games room, study room or perhaps you want something as cool as a pool house, then looking at your garden for a solution may just be the perfect answer to your need for an extra outdoor living space.
Outbuildings such as garden rooms do not usually require planning permission as they’re usually covered by the permitted development. As a result, making it even a lot more attractive to homeowners who would not like to pass through the stress involved or pay the money required to submit an application for planning permission. However, if you need your garden room to be covered by permitted development ( if it’s not a listed building or in a designated area), you must follow these guidelines:
✓ The garden room shouldn’t be in front of your home or property.
✓ The total area of your extensions, sheds and outbuildings ( which includes your garden room), must not go beyond 50 percent of the total land area surrounding your property.
✓ It must be a single storey that’s less than 3 metres high ( 4 metres for a dual pitched roof). And it must not go beyond 2.5 metres in height if the structure is within 2 metres of your boundary.
✓ The eaves must not go beyond 2.5 metres above ground level.
✓ It must not feature a balcony, veranda or any raised platform
✓ It must not be a self contained living accommodation.
The position of your garden room will be partly determined by the space available in your garden. If you need it to link it to your utilities then positioning it a bit close to your main house would be a cost effective choice unless you’re using off grid sources of power, heat as well as water.
Whether a basement is worth converting depends on your location and how much work it requires.
A basement conversion can be a great way to add space to your home, and can raise your property value. However, it can also be one of the most expensive ways to do this, so if there’s a possibility to extend your property, or convert a loft or garage, it’s worth considering this first.
You should also compare how much your basement conversion will cost with the amount it could raise your property value by. In some areas, a quality basement conversion could earn you money in the long run, but in others it’ll only cost you. If you’re planning on staying in your property for a long time this might not matter to you, but if it’s not your forever home then it’s an important thing to think about.
Well, just like many other team work, a bricklayer is only as good as his supporting cast. And a hard-working labourer should be able to keep three bricklayer gangs happy. But even when he gets to serve just one bricklayer, the site conditions and nature of the wall can also play a huge role in determining the number of bricks that can be laid within 24 hours.
With the best possible site condition, hard-working labourer and best scenario with no pillars, no face brick, long straight wall and no wall ties, a well trained bricklayer should be able to lay within a range of 800 to 1100 bricks all day long. However, you rarely get walls like this as there is always going to be some corner or curve somewhere which usually takes some time to get right. Furthermore, once the bricklayer has laid up to 5 feet, there’ll be a need to get some lift. From that point onwards, the job understandably gets slower and tougher - meaning there’ll most definitely be a face brick.
In addition, there are multiple other factors that can affect the number of bricks that can be laid in a day. Sometimes its the complex designs or weather that’ll determine the daily rate.
With the aforementioned factors and more realistically, on a good day and great site, an expert bricklayer should be able to lay about 500 to 800 bricks in a day. This is generally a very good target, but of course you never can tell with the reasons above and other factors that are simply beyond the control of the bricklayer. If you have a project and want it completed as soon as possible, you can pay the bricklayers based on the number of bricks laid to increase their efficiency.
It’s a fact that a garage conversion can go a long way to add a resale value to a home or property. Therefore, in the event whereby your home already has parking facilities in place you can put into consideration converting your garage into a habitable space which will add to the sales price of the house by adding an extra room or increasing the floor space. So exactly how much does a garage conversion add to your home’s resale value?
Garage conversions can be seen as a cost effective means of adding more space to your house. However, not only does it add space, but can also add up to 20 percent to the value of your home. It’s also a way of adding an extra living space to your home that’s not under strict planning complication unlike the alternatives. Generally, if your garage happens to be connected to your house, the cost of converting it to another room should between £10,000 to £20,000. As a home owner, converting your garage into an extra room can help increase the value of your home by up to £45,000. And if you’re to comply with the set rules under permitted development rights, you may not even require to submit a planning application.
In the event whereby your garage is detached from your house or perhaps you live in a flat ( or maisonette) or a listed building , you’ll need to apply to the local authority before commencing your project. It’s always wise to check if there aren’t any planning conditions attached to your home or property.
Do you want your house to be built using brick? Or perhaps you just require the professional services of a bricklayer. Regardless of your bricklaying needs, the cost charged depends on each job as every job is unique. Bricklayers generally look at each task individually and charges based on the complexity of each. We’ve put together this guide to give you an idea of the costs charged by bricklayers. Let’s have a look!
Generally, bricklayers charge either based on a daily rate or a fixed price for a particular amount of bricks ( usually a thousand bricks or 10 - 12 metres square). On the average, an experienced bricklayer can charge within a range of £150 to £200 daily rate and if a labour is needed for the job, an additional £60 to £100 may be included to get the job completed in a quick and fast manner. If the quoting is done based on the number of bricks to be incorporated, then a thousand bricks will be quoted in between £350 to £450 which should be completed in a couple of days.
You should however take note that most times, the bricklayer’s cost will depend on the amount of work involved in the project. As a result, a more tedious and challenging project will most definitely cost more than a simpler one. Examples of some difficult projects that’s likely to cost more are hard to reach areas, difficult sites as well as second storeys which are considered to be more challenging than single storey buildings. What’s more? The complexity of the project is also a great cost factor. While some projects are basically direct and straightforward, others involve curves and more complex designs which will ultimately make the cost jump up.
Patios do not require lots of maintenance. They will only need occasional cleaning to make sure that the material keeps its original appearance. It's always best to clean your patio with a pressure washer and occasionally tap each slab or brick just to check the sand underneath hasn't washed away.
You may need planning permission if you are planning a larger extension. All extensions will need building regulations approval. An architect can assist with this and if planning permission is required. A reputable contractor will also be able to advise you if this is needed as well.
Well the reality is, sometimes, neighbours just don’t get along. With several individuals living in close proximity, it’s little surprise they tend to get on one another’s nerves from time to time. However, there’s a difference between having a tiff and being able to transform your house the way you want without having to obtain your neighbour’s approval.
The short and simple answer to this question is, not necessarily. However, you must first educate yourself by thinking about your extension and how it affects the houses around you. We’d strongly recommend you talk proposals through with your neighbour so as to avoid possible conflicts later. There are a number of reasons why your neighbour can protest to your new home extension plans. Let’s take a look!
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