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Dereham - NR20
Enquiry from: Paul S
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11 No roof trusses, 30 degree pitch, 6m span
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Dereham - NR20
Enquiry from: Paul S
Start Date: Immediate
11 No roof trusses, 30 degree pitch, 6m span
Dereham - NR20
Enquiry from: Josh C
Start Date: Immediate
current garage converted into boot room, w/c and reception room. roughly 7x3.5m in size. are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have a: single garage what will the space be used for...
Dereham - NR19
Enquiry from: Stuart D
Start Date: Immediate
top up of existing cavity wall insulation for a bungalow property are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 property age: 1930-70 ar...
Dereham - NR19
Enquiry from: Earl R
Start Date: Immediate
loft to be converted into bedroom are you the property owner: owner of the property are you looking to have stairs: yes do you require any windows: dormer, skylight do you require plumbing work: yes i...
Dereham - NR19
Enquiry from: Aaran B
Start Date: Less than one month
customer made an enquiry for single storey house extension and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a builder.mr lives in the dereham area and would like a call to discuss option...
Dereham - NR19
Enquiry from: Aaran B
Start Date: Less than one month
3x 6m extension with regular roof are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached looking for: single storey extension do you have planning permission: no do you have pl...
Dereham - NR20
Enquiry from: Deborah C
Start Date: Immediate
brick boundary wall between doctors surgery (mattishall) has been knocked over and needs rebuilding. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how much work would you s...
Dereham - NR19
Enquiry from: Lorraine H
Start Date: Immediate
i'm would like to enquire into having a loft conversion 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...
Dereham - NR19
Enquiry from: Mark M
Start Date: Immediate
Hi there, I would like a survey carried out of my property with recommendations and quotes. Thank you.
Dereham - NR20
Enquiry from: Lewis B
Start Date: Immediate
making basement a liveable space. basement has already been tanked but still signs on potential damp. you can confirm on inspection. plasterboarding/insulating. are you the property owner: owner of th...
Dereham - NR19
Enquiry from: Lesley W
Start Date: Immediate
we want to convert of detached double garage into a self contained studio apartment and if possible a mezzanine space for a double bed. are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have a...
Dereham - NR20
Enquiry from: Paul G
Start Date: Immediate
i require multiple house external and cavity wall insulation by accredited gren house grant installer. time scale: immediate please call to appoint
Dereham - NR20
Enquiry from: Daran S
Start Date: Less than one month
resealing of mouldy window sealant due to condensation. i x bedroom windows. resealing of shower basin & sink in en suit. time scale: less than one month please call to appoint
Dereham - NR19
Enquiry from: Gary H
Start Date: Immediate
Are you the property owner: Relative of Owner Property Type: Detached Other Forms: House Extension, None Agreed to receive quotes for selected products: Yes Please call to appoint
Dereham - NR20
Enquiry from: Emma R
Start Date: Immediate
Customer visited the myloftconversionprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Property owner: Owner, Looking to convert into: Bedroom, Work description: Covert into on...
Dereham - NR20
Enquiry from: Craig P
Start Date: Immediate
I need half my garage converted into an office,I do have power there already
Dereham - NR20
Enquiry from: Stacy F
Start Date: Immediate
We are looking at adding a 5x3 or a 4x3 extension to our bungalow
Dereham - NR19
Enquiry from: Noreen T
Start Date: Immediate
Conversion of garage to residential annexe
Dereham - NR20
Enquiry from: Frances D
Start Date: Immediate
planning a move to aylsham and will be looking to convert detached garage to granny annex, plus an extension at front to join to existing house and a conservatory-style room at the back. existing gar...
Dereham - NR19
Enquiry from: Mel E
Start Date: Immediate
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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.
View our Builder cost guide View our Builder adviceIn general, you won’t need planning permission to install soundproofing. If you are installing soundproofing against a shared wall, you will usually need to follow the rules and restrictions set out in the Party Wall Act. In listed buildings and conservation areas, there may be extra restrictions on soundproofing.
It can be very hurtful when you’re looking to get a house and then identifies one that’s almost perfect, but that one thing that’s lacking is significant enough to prevent you from making an offer. For instance, you may like neighbourhood, the lot’s size, the number of bedroom and lots more. However, the only thing that’s holding you from making an offer is the outdated kitchen. This is the point where you wonder whether a mortgage can include the cost of renovation. In this article, we’re going to give you a good insight into this and more. Let’s have a look!
One of the major things your lender will put into consideration when you apply for a mortgage is the price of the property in question. For instance, so you’ve found your “almost perfect home for let’s say £400,000 and the cost of your intended renovation work runs up to about £150,000. In this event, you’re definitely going to find lenders who wouldn’t be too keen to let go of their cash. And that’s mainly due to the fact that lenders are only able to afford you, at best, 95 percent of the purchasing price. In other words, if you really want the house, you’ll have to finance it yourself no matter how much potential you think the house possesses.
This, however, does not mean that you can’t find some mortgage lenders who’ll allow for building costs. They exist, but this will mostly take place when the work is complete and the property is revalued. You may also be lucky enough to get a purchase plus improvements mortgage which allows you to renovate now and pay off the renovations over time at a better interest rate than other loan types.
If your basement has a cavity drain membrane, it’ll need a pump to move water away from the exterior of your basement and prevent flooding.
Sump pumps can be noisy, but they don’t have to be. Generally, if you have a well-designed pump that’s installed correctly, you shouldn’t find it a problem. For best results, hire a skilled, experienced professional to supply and install your drainage system.
Are you interested in constructing a porch to your property? Estimating the cost of the project before proceeding will solve a lot of possible headaches in the future.
A porch is great place where you can keep your shoes, jackets, dog leads as well as other items to create free space within the property. Apart from this, a porch also serves numerous other purposes to make it a very good structure to have on your property. Not only is it a good means to put a roof over your head when it’s pouring with rain, but also a highly economical way to add floor space to your home. The question, however, how much would it cost to build a porch?
The price of building a porch is based on a wide variety of factors such as the type of materials required, the size of the porch, location of the structure and lots more. As a result, you should note that this guide provide figures that are only a rough guide that’ll put you on the right direction to make informed decisions.
Depending on the type of porch you choose to build, the average cost range from £1,900 to £2,100 for a uPVC porch and up to £10,000 for a lean to porch. There are other types of porch including the traditional porches ( Edwardian and Victorian porches) costing within a range of £2,500 to £8,400.
The materials required also has a great influence in determining the price of a porch. An aluminium porch will cost between £7,5000 to £8,200, while a brick porch will cost slightly less between the range of £2,000 to £8,000. They can both be constructed either as a front porch or as a rear porch, but due to fewer restrictions on aluminium porch, it can be made a lot larger.
Most companies will make the building control application on your behalf and ensure that all the work is completed to the right standards. When a building inspector has inspected it, you’ll get a certificate. It usually takes around 6-8 weeks after completion to come.
Some individuals who have been in the construction department for many years may not be qualified, that is, they may not have undergone an apprenticeship and/or trade certificate courses, but they might still be very skilled at their work. However, anybody can pick up a sledgehammer and demand themselves a builder lacking any skills or training. The wise thing would be to ask the builder coming to your house about what qualifications they have and what training they have undergone.
Licensing of building practitioners
You can now check if your builder or tradesperson is a licensed building practitioner by using an electronic public register which has a record of every registered builder. Being licensed provides you with an assurance that the builder who is about to do your work has proven his shill to the government and earned his right to be a practitioner. If you wish for certain important building and design work on your home it is imperative that you hire a licensed practitioner, the act is very common when you compare the scenario with when you have to call a plumber or an electrician regarding any work.
In order to become a builder in the UK, you must complete an apprenticeship or an NVQ. NVQ is another popular route to becoming a builder. You can also get your NVQ even when you are working as an apprentice. You can also make it based on any recognised overseas qualification.
All associates maintain a Code of Practice and Conduct which sets the standards for all stages of the building procedure. The Code requires builders to:
• Submit quotes on projects for which they have time.
• Securing the contract with a sufficient insurance cover.
• Maintain honesty and integrity at all times.
• Obey the law and industry standards of conduct.
All members of the construction association must also follow a code of conduct. As a consumer, if you think your builder has breached the Code of Conduct or the Code of Ethics, you can file a written against him or her.
If you’re thinking about refurbishing your house or property but don’t know how to go about it, then you’ve come to the right place. In truth, not every home refurbishment works goes in exactly the same order, however it’ll do you some good to abide by a specific plan in order to avoid both unnecessary works as well as expenses. For instance, how would it feel if you have already closed walls and paint only to realize that there’s a need to include a new plumbing stack that has to go behind the wall? Not good, right? Well, this guide is designed to help you avoid such frustrating situations. Let’s have a look!
✓ Establish a plan. This involves carrying out a good assessment of what you’d like to refurbish and set the priorities like deciding where to start and making sure you have both the time and budget to complete the project.
✓ Set a budget. Establish a final amount that’ll be the threshold to your spending. It’s always good to add an additional 10% to 15% to cover unexpected costs.
✓ Hire a contractor. Carry out a research, reach out to many contractors, compare their prices, work quality as well as integrity before hiring.
✓ Talk to your insurance company. Find out if you have the amount of coverage that suits your needs from your insurance company before and after your project.
✓ Secure permits and order materials. Make sure you check with the latest regulations before commencement. Once done, you can start ordering the required materials.
✓ Start demolition. This is optional as it only applies if space is being added.
✓ Work behind the walls. This include doing all the works necessary behind the walls like plumbing, electrical, heating etc.
✓ Paint and install flooring
✓ Fit in the cabinetry
✓ Add finishing touches. This includes the last details and decorations.
How To Convert Your Loft Into A Room
The loft is the space on top of a home that’s most often ignored by home owners due to having to consider the space’s configuration, the lighting as well as energy efficiency. However, when successfully converted into a room, it can serve several purposes which would even add more value to your property. So how can you convert your loft into a room? Let’s have a look.
• Take Into Account The Size Of Your Loft
The size of your loft is a major determinant of the type of room it can be converted into. A small-sized loft there’s a chance it can still be converted into an extra bathroom or home office while bigger lofts can be converted into an additional bedroom. The minimum head height is 2.3m, if your loft is lower than this, you’d have to get a planning permission to detach some parts of the room for extension.
• Include A Skylight
When a loft is poorly designed, the room become dark, shady and airless. Adding a skylight to your loft will let in fresh air, deliver better ventilation and more light.
• Insulate Your Loft
Loft insulation will not only prevent heat from escaping through the roof, but also lead to an improved energy efficiency which ultimately helps you save up on your heating bills.
• Use Modern Colourization
When you use bright, neutral and modern colours to paint your loft, you’re adding that elegant look to the space. As a result, the loft looks a lot more attractive and comfortable by the time you’re done with the conversion.
The conversion of your loft into a room can be a very tedious task if you wish to do it by yourself. We’d recommend you employ a seasoned professional for help in order to ensure the best results and also to avoid making costly mistakes.
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