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Recent Builder Enquiries

03 Sep

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: Kelvin E

Start Date: Immediate

Hi We need wall cavity EPS insulation in a property at *** Forres area by next month. The Existing insulation need remove & install EPS bead. If interested, I will send more details.

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07 Mar

Building Work | Porch

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: Sharon W

Start Date: Immediate

call any time. new build or replacement: new build quote requested on a porch, in pvcu, to be supplied and fitted. are you the property owner: owner of the property what level of service do you ...

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03 Feb

Building work | General

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: John W

Start Date: Immediate

8 king. post garage roof trusses. o/a span3.350. roof will have concrete roof tiles price for delivery or me to uplift

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05 Feb

Insulation | External Wall

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: Irene T

Start Date: Immediate

conservatory roof insulation quote are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 bedrooms property age: 1900-30 please call to appoint

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10 Nov

House Extensions

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: Dorothy D

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 bedrooms other forms: house extension agreed to receive quotes for selected produc...

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02 Mar

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: Alan C

Start Date: Immediate

I am a private landlord with a small cottage that I lease. Under new legislation regarding energy efficiency the EPC associated with my property is 'too low' being F and needs to really come up to D o...

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19 Feb

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: Alan C

Start Date: Immediate

I am in contact with the Home Energy Trust (Scotland) regarding grants for a property I own in Garmouth and which I lease out to tennants (private secotr landlord). The EPC for the property is low and...

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28 Jan

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: Paul T

Start Date: Immediate

cavity wall insulation

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30 Dec

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: F

Start Date: Immediate

Cavity wall insulation for 3/4 bedroom detached house

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28 Dec

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: F

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Cavity Wall insulation for detached house - unsure of construction of wall- house built in 1980. What grants are available Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached H...

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04 Oct

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: David M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached How many bedrooms do you have: 5+ Property Age: Pre 1900 Are you in a conservation area: No Are you looking for loft insulati...

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04 Oct

Insulation | External Wall

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: David M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

I have a school conversion to a residential home. I require the installation of 33m sq cavity wall insulation in a ground floor extension of double block cavity construction. This can be accessed from...

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09 Nov

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: David C

Start Date: Immediate

insulation cavity as insulation came out when plumbing work was carried out Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached How many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 Proper...

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10 May

Conversion | Loft

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: Emma C

Start Date: Immediate

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 have stairs: Yes Do you require any windows: ...

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21 Mar

Conversion | Garage

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: Graeme M

Start Date: Immediate

EMAIL QUOTES ONLY Would like to convert the garage into a living room. We would like a rough price for the door to be taken out half bricked up, a window installed and any work to the floor that yo...

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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 Fochabers is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

how does cavity wall insulation work?

In recent times, more and more home and property owners are starting to come to terms with the large returns and little investment in cavity wall insulation provides. For a relatively little amount you can achieve a lot, from an increase in your home’s energy efficiency and reduction in heating bills to a huge boost in your property’s resale value and lots more. This makes you wonder how an ordinary insulation can help you achieve so much, right? Well, you’re definitely not alone! Several other potential investors are also eager to know exactly how the cavity wall insulation works to deliver all these juicy benefits. In this post, we’re going to go provide you with a detailed insight on how cavity wall insulation works. Let’s take a look!

 

Typically, cavity wall insulation works as acting as a shield which prevents the escape of heat from your home. It features a reflective surface which serves as a barrier to reflect heat from one side of the panel, effectively minimizing the amount of heat conduction that escapes through. This protection of your home from heat penetration comes with a couple of benefits with the obvious one being an incredible thermal efficiency. An insulated home or property is able to maintain a much more balanced temperature throughout the year – staying a lot cooler during the summer months and retain the heat generated during the winter months. However, a less talked about benefit is the fact that when an insulation is done during the construction of a house, the whole development phase can be completed a lot quicker. This is mainly because insulation offers total protection against weather conditions which enables internal trades to continue without the need to wait for brickwork or cladding to be completed.

Will I need planning permission to convert my loft?

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.

Can an extension add value to my home?

Yes. Most extensions will add substantial value to your home, and you may find that the extension adds more value than it cost. However, it’s important to be sure that the home remains balanced. Extending your garage and leaving your property with no parking spaces, for example, may impact your ability to sell.

how does loft insulation work?

A lot of an uninsulated property’s heat is lost through the roof and that’s even more alarming, when you realize this figure is up to a quarter of the total heat of the house. Hence, the tremendous importance of preventing this heat loss through loft insulation which will go a long way to help you against spending unnecessary thousands of pounds on heating bill as well as energy loss.

 

Loft insulation is an effective method to achieve the desired result, however the question is, how exactly does it work? Well, it’s time to find out!

 

Using either a fireplace or central heating to heat up your home, a large quantity of that heat would be lost through the roof of your home. Generally, heat rises and when it does, there’s simply no way to prevent it - it’s just science. Escaping by both the conduction and convection methods via your roof, the heat escaping through your ceiling, into the loft space and out into the open air outside can only be significantly reduced by laying loft insulation.

 

Generally, the added layer of insulation works by trapping the heat inside the room below the loft so as to enable the air within your house to stay warmer for longer. What’s more? The layer of insulation also keeps cold air from the outside from entering your home. As a result, you don’t have to heat your home as much in order to achieve the same temperature for each individual room. Over time, just by doing this you can potentially save hundreds pounds. Getting it installed in your home may actually seem a bit expensive at first, but it’s something that’ll eventually pay off.

How much does external solid wall insulation cost?

Before the commencement of any project, it’s always best to get an estimation of the cost. However, determining the cost of an external solid wall insulation is not the easiest of tasks as it relies on varying components such as the insulation materials to be used, labour cost and installation as well as the type of decorative finish to be incorporated. And depending on your choice of insulation material, some may need some adhesives while others may require some fixings which also contributes to the differences in price. As a result, the determination of the material cost alone can be tricky and even more so when various materials cover varying areas.

With that in mind, the cost of external solid wall insulation generally ranges between £80 to £100 per square metre2. As a result, a small flat can cost from £6000 to £9000 whereas a large detached house can have a price ranging between £21000 to £23000. To earn back your investment in terms of energy bill savings can take a couple of years, but it’s surely worth the try as there are several other benefits associated with installing an external solid wall insulation system. What’s more? Another huge factor that can influence the cost of your system is also the amount of work that’s required, how easy it is to be accessed by the installers and lots more

If you’re looking to cut down on the cost of your external solid wall insulation, then the best time for an installation might just be when you’re having another decorating or building project done such as fitting a new roof, window painting, installation of solar PV panels and more. This way, you’ll be able to spread the cost and have a greater value for each penny expended.

How to fit external insulation?

With the title of this blog, do not be deceived into thinking the purpose is to encourage you to install an external insulation by yourself. Even as a competent DIYer, it’s not advisable to buy a couple of materials and start slapping it into the wall hoping for the best outcome. External insulation is by no means a DIY job and without the proper training and experience, it can easily turn out disastrous resulting in loss of time, effort and money in such a valuable project. This blog, however, will give you a great insight on how the installation process works and help maximize knowledge ensuring you do not spend more than necessary.

External Insulation Installation

lRender Test

• This is done to ensure the existing render is good enough for insulation support.

• If positive, the insulation can be applied directly onto it.

• If negative, ensure removal of the old render before fitting the insulation.

lPipework Adjustment & Removal

• Remove all pipework prior to insulation fitting

• Install temporary downpipes to ensure water is not wasted and everything continue to function normally during the insulation fitting process.

lWindow Protection

• Protect the window with a protective layer or film.

lStarter Track Fitting

• Determine level you want the insulation to start (height).

• Fit the aluminium start track or carrier tray at the identified level.

lInsulation Boards Fitting

• Apply a layer of adhesive to the board and glue them to the wall in a staggered pattern.

• Cut to fit round all obstructions and windows.

• File off the edge of the board where necessary using a rasp upon successful fitting of the boards

lMechanical Fixing Inclusion

• Hammer around 10 fixings per square metre into the board.

• This is to secure the insulation boards.

lBeading Fitting

• Add corner beads and stop beads to ensure the insulation is secure and to prevent it from making contact with other materials.

lReinforcing Mesh & Render Addition

• Apply two layers of strengthening properties and between the two layers of render, include a fibre glass mesh.

lPrimer Application

• Paint on the primer

lFinal Render Application

• Choose your most preferred texture and colour as this will be the last coating of the installation process.

lPipework Re-installation

• Re-install all detached pipework at the start of the installation process.

how to repair rendering on wall?

Did you try rendering a wall but it doesn’t turn out the way you would have hoped for? Or perhaps you’ve been watching your wall render gradually deteriorate over time. Regard of your purpose, learning how to repair render cracks on wall is usually a great skill to have with your home maintenance in mind. However, whenever these crack are too large or difficult, we’d recommend you call in a reliable professional who can guarantee the best results for help. In this guide, we’re going to take you through the wall render repairing process. Let’s have a look!

No matter how solid a building material is, over time it’ll yield to the elements. When it comes to wall rendering it may be a case of too much sunshine or a costly mistake in the application process, but in truth, it cracks just because it cracks.

In order to repair render cracks, you’d have to start with a removal of damaged or cracked render. You’ll have to remove all the render or just a small section depending on the area you’re working on. If you’re able to clean all of the existing render as well as the paint over it all (both old and new), then removing a small section would work better as it makes it look neat and redone. Upon the removal of the existing render, the next important step would be to remove all loose material as well. Once done, you can then leave for up to 2 days to allow any trapped moisture to come out. Unfortunately, if the rains you’d have to wait till that dries too before you proceed.

Once dried, you can buy a pre-prepared render mix which already contains cement, lime and sand. Mix a 20kg bag with 4 litres of water (or check the product instructions and follow strictly), the mix to a fine consistency. Render is quick to dry, so you’d want to apply within 30 minutes of mixing. Make use of a trowel to apply the render on the affected spots and blend with the surrounding area.

Are barn conversions a good investment?

A barn conversion can be a great investment for lots of reasons. When done well, barn conversions can be great at holding their value, meaning you could sell yours for a great price. They can also look fantastic, often with period features coupled with large areas of glazing. This can make them a great place to live, especially if you enjoy being in the countryside.

However, barn conversions do have their disadvantages. They may require extensive renovation work to bring their energy efficiency levels up to standard, which can be very expensive. It’s also important to be aware of their location – they might be on a working farm or close to several other converted buildings.

It’s essential to get a survey conducted before you buy a barn you plan to convert. This can tell you about any structural problems it might have and give you an indication of whether you might be able to get permission to convert it. You can also buy barns with planning permission already in place.

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