Insulation | External Wall
Cromer - NR27
Enquiry from: Leonard S
Start Date: Immediate
My Wife and I reside in a bungalow that has a conservatory to the rear. It is quite large. We are interested in an insultated roof rather than tile.
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Cromer - NR27
Enquiry from: Leonard S
Start Date: Immediate
My Wife and I reside in a bungalow that has a conservatory to the rear. It is quite large. We are interested in an insultated roof rather than tile.
Cromer - NR27
Enquiry from: Craig B
Start Date: Immediate
Rendering both ends of the house 1st floor only. Flat roof access on 1 side & will need scaffolding on other side. - Service Date: 05/10/2015 - Property Type: House - Job Type: Refurbishment
North Walsham - NR28
Enquiry from: Susan K
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...
Norwich - NR10
Enquiry from: Marius M
Start Date: Immediate
knock down a wall and chimney to make an open space
Melton Constable - NR24
Enquiry from: Claire C
Start Date: Immediate
A new soak away Septic tank and drainage runs
Melton Constable - NR24
Enquiry from: Adrian W
Start Date: Immediate
3m driveway at front of house .(Old concrete drive to be removed).
Sheringham - NR26
Enquiry from: Rhys H
Start Date: Immediate
We require some roof insulatioon to be replaced. Can you quote for the job please and advise how quuick the job could be done.
Norwich - NR12
Enquiry from: Karen C
Start Date: Immediate
Chalet style 60’s bungalow that has 2 lofts with insufficient insulation currently .
Norwich - NR12
Enquiry from: Karen C
Start Date: Immediate
chalet style 60’s bungalow that has 2 lofts with insufficient insulation currently . are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 do you currently have loft i...
Norwich - NR10
Enquiry from: Jason R
Start Date: Immediate
5M X 5M Room sound proofing for machinery and fireproof coating on internal wall s
Norwich - NR12
Enquiry from: Neil H
Start Date: Immediate
customer requested quotes for cavity wall insulation from a builder around norwich. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the informat...
Norwich - NR12
Enquiry from: Rob W
Start Date: Immediate
external insulation to small, non standard construction bungalow in eccles on sea. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 bedrooms...
Norwich - NR12
Enquiry from: Neil H
Start Date: Immediate
we are pensioners and live in a detached bungalow build was about 1974, the wall were filled with finer which has dropped leaving the cold, i am looking for the walls to be re installed and the cost. ...
Norwich - NR10
Enquiry from: Maarten D
Start Date: Immediate
we need a quote for the refurbishment of a four storey detached property, this would include a new extension conservatories with make over of the kitchen furnishing to upgrade the design of the buildi...
Norwich - NR10
Enquiry from: ALEXANDER G
Start Date: Immediate
1/8 cricket slope: 1/4 minimum thickness: 2' r-value: 35 (minimum) compressive strength: 20 psi
North Walsham - NR28
Enquiry from: James W
Start Date: Immediate
floor of attic space already insulated but as i live in the room (converted double garage) i would like the sloping roof also insulated are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: de...
Norwich - NR12
Enquiry from: Sarah S
Start Date: Immediate
customer in the norwich area made an enquiry a couple of projects including cavity wall insulation.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you...
Sheringham - NR26
Enquiry from: LORI M
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
customer made an online enquiry for building maintenance 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. are you ...
Norwich - NR12
Enquiry from: Jessica F
Start Date: Immediate
customer made an enquiry for cavity wall insulation and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a builder.mrs lives in the norwich area and would like a call to discuss options.see ...
Norwich - NR12
Enquiry from: Andrew C
Start Date: Immediate
exterior wall insulation about 86 square meters are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 bedrooms property age: 1900-30 please call...
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 adviceIf you’re currently experiencing some structural issues with your building or property and you’ve heard a thing or two about the several benefits associated with getting underpinning done, you may be wondering if underpinning might just be the answer to your worries. Well, one thing you should when it comes to underpinning is the fact that, while there are some structural issues that may actually warrant an underpinning job, there are also some situations that can not be fixed by underpinning. In this post, we’re going to consider the events whereby underpinning of your house will be required. Let’s take a look!
First and foremost, you should know that underpinning isn’t required for issues related to slab heave. Footing movements which are likely to reverse normally occur when the content of the soil moisture changes unevenly which gives rise to slab heave. This movement results for a reversible effect.
Generally, underpinning is done to remedy problems related with the movement of the footings of a building or property, but as stated above – not all movements require underpinning. So, when is underpinning required? More often than not, a situation that’s resolved by underpinning is the event whereby the footings of a building or structure drops or subside as a result of some reasons that are irreversible. For example, footing movements caused by a footing set on a soft or loose soil which may be irreversible.
In the event whereby the footings of your house haven’t been installed as deep as required during the initial construction, then you will need to have your building underpinned to make it more stable. If you’re also looking to increase the load on your foundation like adding another storey, you may also need to have your house underpinned to support the extra weight added.
Sand is a very important element in bricklaying as far as a mortar mix is concerned. Generally, the quality of the sand is the major factor determining the quality of a plaster mix or mortar mix. It’s recommended that the sand should have enough ‘fines’ (- 75 micron material) to get a good plastic mix with a water content that’s less than 350 litres/m3. Generally, a mortar mix or plaster mix is made within the range of one bag of cement to 200 to 300 litres of damp sand.
Apart from experience the next best indicator of the quality of sand is a field test. In other words, if you do not have the required training or experience in bricklaying, the best bet to determine the amount of sand for a good quality mix is by carrying out a field test. Let’s have a look!
• Get about 50kg of sand and air dry it.
• Scoop 25kg of the sand, 5 kg of cement as well as litres of water ( with 1 litre and 1.5 litres of the water in different containers).
• Mix the cement and sand to form a smooth, uniform and consistent colour.
• One after the other, mix the the sand - cement mixture in the three quantities of water. Do this until you’re able to achieve a mix that’s workable enough to use as plaster.
With that done, you should take note that if 5 litres of water is sufficient then the quality and quantity of the sand is perfect. If you’d require 6 litres of water to get a mix workable as a plaster, then both the quality and quantity of the sand is average. However, if you’d need 7 litres of water to get a mix workable as a plaster, then the quality of the sand is poor. Any requirement of water above 7 litres implies a very poor quality of sand.
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.
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.
There is a variety of methods available to ensure that your paving drains properly, for example draining into a lawn or soakaway. Correct drainage of paving is a requirement for planning permission. See our guide on planning permission for paving for more information.
As with every home development project, a home makeover comes with heaps of preparation and, hard work, but it is a remarkable way to breathe new life into an old home.
RESEARCH PERIOD FEATURES AND SAFEGUARD THEM
Get to know your household better, the time it was constructed in, and the kind of individuals who would have lived there. The greatest tactic is to repair current structures, make the house dry and safe.
CHECK FOR RENOVATION RESTRICTIONS BEFORE YOU START
There are certain restrictions that don’t allow you to remodel your house after a certain extent, it should be made clear to you when you purchase the property but if you are unsure about the regulations you should check them up, as it is a criminal offence to carry out unauthorised work to a listed home. Restrictions in Conservation Areas generally affect only the exterior of the property as the intention is to ‘preserve or enhance the character or appearance’ of an area, but the right to develop your house will be affected. This means the kind of work that you could have easily completed in a different location may need certain planning and even permissions to complete in your area.
CREATE A DESIGN FOR YOUR HOUSE RENOVATION
It is very important that you take your time to perfect the design. This will help to ensure that the finished work is in tune with your needs. You will also need to figure it out how the changes might play with the original building.
FIND THE BEST CONTRACTORS FOR YOUR RENOVATION
If you are planning on managing the renovation project yourself, it is advisable to ask from friends or family who have renovated their house before and have undergone a similar experience. They can help you find the right architect and builder. Or else, you can always opt for a project manager.
External wall insulation works to keep your home cosy and comfy while also helping to cut the energy bills. However with the great benefits also comes great costs, so it’s actually a logical decision to know whether there are grants out there which you’re eligible for to help you handle the cost of the external wall insulation.
There are grants available for external wall insulation, but rarely will you find one that covers the full installation cost. With the help of the government’s Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme, a couple of energy companies assist in making your home more energy efficient by offering grants or free insulation. In certain cases whereby you receive particular state benefits, you may as well qualify for a higher grant that’ll cover more of the insulation cost.
However, if your energy supplier doesn’t offer any grant, you need not worry as you can save as much on energy bill after installation. Here’s what insulation can help you save per year on energy bills:
• Floor insulation can help you save within a range of £30 to £75 each year.
• Cavity wall insulation can help you save about £85 to £280 a year.
• Loft Insulation (270mm) can help you save about £135 to £250 a year.
Generally, the amount you’ll be able to save on your energy bills depends mainly on the type and size of your property, as well as how energy efficient it already is without the insulation. In the long run, your external wall insulation will more than give you back your investment on the valuable project through your savings on energy bills. In other words, whether or not you’re eligible for a grant should never stop you from installing an external wall insulation.
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.
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