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22 Dec

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Ann M

Start Date: Immediate

Cavity wall insulation for a bungalow

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07 Sep

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Kelvin E

Start Date: Immediate

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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10 May

Insulation | External Wall

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Tony P

Start Date: Immediate

Looking to have underfloor and roof insulation. Have potential funding in place from HES just need a quote

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29 Dec

Building work | Shop Refurb

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Van D

Start Date: Immediate

re fit shop. area is 48sq meters and 15sq metres to rear (kitchen/toilet) Remove suspended ceiling and make good the original ceiling. Rewire to include lighting. Remove linoleum flooring and repla...

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27 Sep

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Mark C

Start Date: Immediate

Loft insulation from 120-270mm

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19 Sep

Insulation | External Wall

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Fay S

Start Date: Immediate

I need to insulate my conservatory roof

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19 Sep

Insulation | External Wall

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Tim S

Start Date: Immediate

my conservatory roof insulated

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30 Jan

House Extensions

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Randy K

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in forres areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for house extension.confirmed interest via email at 30/01/2023 15:15.please call to arrange appointm...

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12 Sep

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Robert P

Start Date: Immediate

Cavity wall insulation for 3 walls

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06 Sep

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Doug T

Start Date: Immediate

removal of old fibre glass insulation from loft, clean loft space and lay new insulation including fitting down light cover hoods. are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms d...

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02 Aug

Interior work | Stud Walls

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Beryl C

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A small stud wall to devide utility room from the kitchen

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01 Aug

House Extensions

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Anne F

Start Date: Less than one month

customer made an enquiry for house extension and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a builder.mrs lives in the forres area and would like a call to discuss options.see below de...

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30 Sep

Building work | Sound Proofing

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Helena B

Start Date: Immediate

have a smoke alarm, need a smoke alarm in landing upstairs, in hall downstairs and kitchen, fire alarm and the rest to fulfil the new regulations

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15 Sep

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Nadia H

Start Date: Immediate

customer has a insulation project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for cavity wall insulation. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a builder.confirmed int...

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15 Sep

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Nadia H

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room in roof insulation for our 5 bedroom property (we currently have heat source pump but the house is big and e on the epc and we would like to bring this down as much as possible. before winter if ...

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06 Feb

Insulation | External Wall

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Bill H

Start Date: Immediate

replace existing polycarbonoate roof with insulated panel system of some sort. conservatory is lean to. 6m wide and 4m projection from house. 5 degree pitch. thanks are you the property owner: owner ...

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26 Jan

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Toni W

Start Date: Immediate

Corner wardrobe floor to ceiling lots of hanging space. Roughly 110cm x 100cm

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20 Oct

Insulation | External Wall

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Catherine H

Start Date: Immediate

information about, and quote for, roof insulation of large lean-to style conservatory (approx. 6m x 4m) with polycarbonate roof. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detac...

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14 Oct

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Chris B

Start Date: Immediate

cavity wall insulation for an out house, timber construction are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 property age: 1900-30 are you in a conservation area: ...

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31 Aug

Building work | Sound Proofing

Forres - IV36

Enquiry from: Jeremy P

Start Date: Immediate

hi, i rent an old stone cottage. it has currently a coal/wood stove, but it is either too hot or too cold, and is a lot of messy dirty work cutting wood and moving coal in and out of the house. what w...

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How much do Builder services cost?

How much do Builders cost? Prices for Builders in 2025 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 Forres is:

£23,840

Builder job Builder cost in 2025
Garage conversion in Forres £4,500-£6,900
Loft conversion in Forres £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Forres £42,000-£68,000
Loft insulation in Forres £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Forres £2,625-£4,025
Barn conversions in Forres £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Forres £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Forres £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Forres £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Forres £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Forres £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Forres £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Forres £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Forres £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Forres £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Forres £638-£978
Residential new builds in Forres £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Forres £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Forres £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Forres £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Forres £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Forres £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Forres £2,440-£3,660
Roof room in Forres £15,000-£23,000
Shop refurbishment in Forres £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Forres £23,200-£34,800
Soundproofing in Forres £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Forres £1,520-£2,280
Garden room in Forres £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Forres £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

how to insulate a loft?

Do you know about 25 percent of heat that escapes from an uninsulated house are lost through the roof? Fortunately, roof insulation is something that can done by all DIYers irrespective of their experience levels. However, if you happen to lack the confidence necessary to pull off this, then it’s strongly recommended that you hire the services of a professional who can guarantee the best results and also save you time and money that could arise from potential cost mistakes. Let’s take a look!

  • Clear out all clutter. This involves taking out all the rubbish and clutter from the loft. In order to work effectively, you’ll need a totally clear and empty loft space.
  • Ensure that there’s sufficient insulation. The importance of a good ventilation cannot be overstated. Poor ventilation will result in forming of condensation and this condensation can make the roof timbers rot and compromise the structural integrity of the entire roof. If there are no roof windows which is the easiest way to provide a loft ventilation, the next best option would be to follow the loft floor along to the point where the roof comes down to meet it. There should be a gap at this point, also referred to as the eaves, between the outside wall and the underside of the roof.
  • Measure your loft area. Take a measurement of the loft space in order to calculate the amount of insulation as well as the type you need. If you’re not sure, always get more that it’s required as skimming on the amount you use will only back fire in form of increased energy costs
  • Check for water pipes.

 

To get started, simply make sure all cracks and gaps in the ceiling are filled using a standard filler or decorator caulk. Once done, clean the gaps in the joists and even to the point of hovering all the dust up. Finally,check for the hazards that can cause you problems before laying the loft insulation.

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 a porch?

A porch is a small and low structure (with a roof) located at the main entrance of a building or house. It’s typically without a window (although newer variations may come with one) and can either be screened-in or enclosed to prevent unwanted access from insects and extremes in weather. In addition, some homes may have a three-season porch or sun porch. This may be situated by the side of the house and covered by the roof overhang - they’re usually screened in to offer good access all year round.

Generally, porches serve a wide range of purposes. They include:

• Provision of an outdoor living space to relax during the summer months

• It’s an informal extension of the the living room.

• It serves as a great place for social gatherings especially in small towns.

• You can take off your dirty shoes and dry a dripping wet dog before entering into your living room.

• It can be incorporated for relaxation purposes and watching street activities.

• It can serve as a reception area for guests.

• It can also be used for outdoor storage.

Pros & Cons Of A Porch

Pros

• Due to the fact that they’re covered, porches may require little maintenance practices.

• It can go a long way to improves the curb appeal of your property.

• It protects against the extremes of the weather.

• It can be constructed using a wide range of materials.

Cons

• It does not improve the use of the property

• It can be quite expensive to install depending of the material required as well as size of the porch.

• It does not add to the value of the home unlike several other home improvement projects

• It may not be safe to be used by a child or pet.

how much to renovate a house?

When it comes to house renovation costs, nothing is certain. As a rule of thumb, you should always expect the unexpected. Unforeseen circumstances (mostly unfavourable) can crop up from anywhere, at any time, greatly affecting the cost of the project. However, if you’ve completed proper planning and done your due diligence on your property before commencement, there’s absolutely no reason why you can’t put the works on budget.

The cost of a house renovation project depends on a lot of variables. These variables include the type of property you’re undertaking as well as the amount and complexity of the entire project. What’s more? Whether you decide to do some of the work yourself or wish to hire quality tradespeople to cover the entire project will also tell on the cost of the home renovation.

In the event whereby you wish to completely gut your property and begin from square one, here are some of the cost you’re most likely going to incur:

✓ Planning applications and building controls

✓ Architect’s design and specifications

✓ Contractors and build costs

✓ Snags as well as unforeseen problems

What will be the biggest cost, which will be determined by the amount of work you need done, is most likely going to be the structural and building work, which can reach up to tens of thousands of pounds.

Asides from material and labour, the administrative costs is another important cost you’ll need to factor in. The first thing here is usually insurance, this is because all regular building insurance policies does not cover large scale renovation projects. So if what you’re planning is a huge structural change to your property, then it’s more likely that it won’t be covered by your buildings insurance policy. In this event, you’ll have to take out a specialist renovation insurance.

how to pebble dash a wall?

Pebble dash is an effective way to tune up your house or property as it can go a long way to enhance its curb appeal while also add to its resale value if you should decide to sell later on. Although, it’s highly recommended to leave this task for a reputable specialist, it’s also something that can be done as a DIY task. It must be states that this is a pretty difficult job and even more so if you haven’t attempted it before. In this post we’re going to take you through the processes involved in pebble dashing a wall. Let’s take a look!

  • Mix up water with the lime strictly following the manufacturer’s instructions. Once done, leave it covered up to hydrate for at least 24 hours.
  • Take one part of the slaked lime and mix it up with cement and six parts sand. This is to give the base mixture required to spread onto the surface.
  • Use a trowel to apply the mixture onto the wall. Ensure that the trowel is level and use the edges to make a flat and smooth layer of the mixture on the surface as a base layer. Allow the base layer to dry for up to an hour. Then, rake the surface using a notched trowel and allow to dry for a minimum of 24 hours.
  • Rinse and drain your pebbles. Then, set them under the wall you’re pebble dashing.
  • Take the top coat of five parts sand and mix with one part cement and one part slaked lime. Use a trowel to apply this mixture over the base layer and smoothen it with the trowel to create a flat and even top layer.
  • Spread a plastic sheet beneath the wall you’re pebble dashing to capture any loose pebbles as they fall.
  • Grab the bucket of pebbles below the wall and scoop some of the pebbles up using a scoop or trowel. Some will stick and some will fall into the plastic sheet already placed below. Continue throwing the pebble dash until the surface is completely and evenly covered with pebbles.
  • Lightly press and fit the pebbles on each section into the wall and leave for at least 24 hours to dry.

how big can my house extension be?

The holy grail of home extensions is basically the need for additional space for living as well as leisure. However, before commencing your home extension project, you’d probably want to know just how big your new building can be. In this article, you’ll find the answer to this question which is also frequently asked by many other home or property owners in the UK.

Besides your budget, there are two other major influencing factors that can determine just how much extra room that can be added. These factors include whether you wish to carry out the extension project under Permitted Development rights which is usually for a smaller project or you’d prefer to opt for a larger project which is covered by Planning Permission.

Apart from the limitations in the size of an extension under Permitted Development, the extensions are also a lot more affordable and consumes less time when compared to the extensions under planning permission. So what exactly is the size limit for an extension under Permitted Development and the ones under Planning Permission?

For a single storey extension, the maximum size that can be constructed without having to submit an application for Planning Permission includes:

• An extension should have a maximum length of 6m, if you reside in a terraced home or a semi-detached property.

• Extensions for detached properties can have a maximum length of 8m.

• The extension built must not go beyond half your garden’s area.

• The extension should have a maximum height of 4 metres, but in the event whereby the extension is situated within 2 metres of the boundary of your property, it should not exceed a height of 3 metres.

• The extension should not be higher than the highest part of the existing house’s roof.

do i need planning permission for a loft room?

Do I Need Planning Permission For A Loft Room?

The answer to this question is maybe. Generally, loft rooms are covered under “Permitted Development which means you won’t need to apply for a planning permission to build a loft room. This is like an advance planning permission provided by local authorities to allow some particular building works to be done such as loft conversions, rear extensions and more. When you’re covered by a “Permitted Development, you’re given the free range to oversee your home’s development without much interference from the regulations or the council. However, for permitted development to apply, there are some specific criteria that must be met. Therefore, if your loft room does not meet the following requirements given below, then you must complete a planning application before proceeding.

• In a terraced house, the converted loft space must not be more than 40 cubic metres.

• In a detached building or semi detached house, the converted loft space must not be more than 50 cubic metres.

• The existing roof slope at the front of the house must cover the extension made.

• The extension should not increase the height of the roof in any way.

• Verandas, balconies and any other structures of this nature must not be included in the extension’s plan.

• The side facing window openings should be at a minimum of 1.7 metres above the ground. The windows must be obscured as well.

• The roof extension should be set back as far as practically possible. It should be at a minimum of 20cm from the current eaves.

• The roof extension should not overhang the house’s roof or it’s wall.

• The materials to be incorporated must be the same or at least similar to what you already have on the house’s exterior.

how much is a porch?

If you’ve decided to construct a porch to your property and now looking to figure out the cost required to complete the project, then you’re at the right place!

There are many factors that comes to play when determining the price of building a porch. These factors includes the size of the porch, the number of windows, the style of the roof as well as the type of the porch selected. Now let’s take a look at these factors one after the other.

• The Porch’s Size

As you would have correctly imagined, a large porch will definitely cost more money than a smaller one. A rough estimate of a porch’s cost per square metre is approximately £1,400.

• The Number Of Windows

Just like in the scenario above, the more the number of windows to be incorporated, the more money you’ll have to pay to complete your porch. A porch window will generally cost you within a range of £300 to £1,000

• The Style Of The Roof

There are two popular styles of porch’s roof which includes a tiled rood and a rubber flat roof. Generally, roof tiles are costlier than a rubber flat roof. A tiled roof would cost you between £0.80 to £1.80 per roof tile, while a rubber roofing will cost your between £70 to £90 per metre squared.

• Type Of The Porch

Another huge determinant of a porch’s price is type of material incorporated. For instance, if your preferred type is a lean-to, the price of a uPVC would be between £2,300 to £2,700. Meanwhile, a flat gable roof porch should cost within a range of £3,300 to £3,800.

Kindly note that the costs quoted in this article are only rough estimates, for a more accurate estimate you can contact a porch building professional within your local area.

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