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Harrogate - HG2
Enquiry from: Tyler W
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i would like to know how much it would be to get my loft done the same size as the house but with a small storage area
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Harrogate - HG2
Enquiry from: Tyler W
Start Date: Immediate
i would like to know how much it would be to get my loft done the same size as the house but with a small storage area
Harrogate - HG2
Enquiry from: Chris G
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
customer in harrogate area has requested that we arrange quotes for their bricklaying project.they are considering various options and would like to discuss with a builder directly.please call to disc...
Harrogate - HG2
Enquiry from: Chris G
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
we are looking to create a tiered amphitheatre styled seating area within our school playground, with steps either side, for access to the playground from the classroom doors. are you the property ow...
Harrogate - HG1
Enquiry from: Amanda R
Start Date: Immediate
I have a leaking conservatory roof and it is extremely cold. The space is unusable. Looking for a solution that is affordable.
Harrogate - HG3
Enquiry from: Susan B
Start Date: Immediate
Replace existing loft insulation
Harrogate - HG1
Enquiry from: Mark B
Start Date: Immediate
external insulating cladding and rendering on our end of terrace house, which has a ground floor extension are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedr...
Harrogate - HG1
Enquiry from: Dawn W
Start Date: Immediate
Loft staircase to create a bedroom
Harrogate - HG2
Enquiry from: Alan S
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
customer in harrogate area has requested that we arrange quotes for their single storey house extension project.mr are considering various options and would like to discuss with a builder directly.ple...
Harrogate - HG2
Enquiry from: Alan S
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
1.double garage 5.2m x 5.2m attached to house converted to 2 rooms. new front window to replace up and over door. 2. existing kitchen diner remodelled....a) kitchen moved to other end of the room and ...
Harrogate - HG3
Enquiry from: Stewart G
Start Date: Immediate
cavity wall insulation using eps blown beads to bungalow are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 property age: 1970-2000 are you i...
Harrogate - HG1
Enquiry from: Alan R
Start Date: Immediate
hi. i'm looking at potentially buying this property - https://strike.co.uk/property-for-sale/183420 - and i'd like an idea of how much it would cost to replace the helix windows on the front of the h...
Harrogate - HG1
Enquiry from: Debra T
Start Date: Immediate
small cellar, 2 rooms. they need damp proofing and converting into a utility and wine cellar. i would like to discuss whether it’s possible to gain any head height. are you the property owner: owner...
Harrogate - HG3
Enquiry from: Sarah R
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
single storey lean to extension time scale: 1-3 months please call to appoint
Harrogate - HG2
Enquiry from: Sharon R
Start Date: Immediate
pitch roof insulation . best option and idea of costs are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 bedrooms property age: 1930-70 ...
Harrogate - HG2
Enquiry from: Pakapant T
Start Date: Immediate
i need the staircase to access the loft are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what are you looking to convert the space into: living space are you looking to have st...
Harrogate - HG2
Enquiry from: Amy H
Start Date: Immediate
roof and loft insulation. old house, not energy efficient so i think having the roof insulation looked at would be better. iv never been in loft as i only bought it recently but it's very cold and coo...
Harrogate - HG3
Enquiry from: Allison H
Start Date: Immediate
damp coming through the front wall of cottage it’s white pebbledashed are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 bedrooms how ...
Harrogate - HG2
Enquiry from: Hazel N
Start Date: Immediate
My converted loft gets freezing in the winter and I'd like a quote for roof insulation.
Harrogate - HG1
Enquiry from: Iain P
Start Date: Immediate
quote for loft insulation boards between joists plus on floor. a window replaced/double glazed potentially in the space. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached...
Harrogate - HG2
Enquiry from: Keith L
Start Date: Immediate
Part cavity wall insulation for a detatched bungalow
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 adviceDamp issues on a property are usually generated by a lot of factors such as a poor or broken guttering, condensation and lots more. The question arising here is what is the possibility of External Wall Insulation (EWI) preventing condensation? Not only is EWI a reliable way to reduce condensation-caused damp, but it’s also one of the major reasons property owners in solid wall homes consider thermally rendering or cladding their external walls.
Condensation arises as a result of warm moist internal air hitting a cold surface such as the steaming up of both windows and mirror when having a shower. What happens here is the condensation of the water vapour in the air from a gas to liquid in the process of touching the cold surface - one whose temperature is significantly reduced to reach the dew point. At the dew point, condensation is very rampant, and to tackle this issue you’ll have to heighten the wall temperature in order to convert the moisture to vapour and permit it to pass through the wall. And that’s exactly the job of an external wall insulation!
To get started you must ensure that the walls are clean and dry prior to fitting the external wall insulation. The month of May through to September when the weather tends to be dry and more stable are usually the best period to carry out the project. The external wall insulation will function just like a cosy blanket around the building. Ultimately, changing the feel and temperature of the inside of your home. As a result, the previously cold walls will no longer be cold which goes a long way to mitigate the effects of condensation. Furthermore, when an EWI is installed, the rooms of your home will automatically trap more thermal mass as the heat is saved in the walls’ fabric and released back when the temperature drops.
Fitted wardrobes are the best choice of wardrobe for most households and they’re a popular option for several homeowners for a good reason. Not only are they able to efficiently maximize your space and fit into any space no matter how awkward, but they can also be customized to fit your personal needs to feature custom lighting and many more. So if you’re planning to have one fitted but on a tight budget, you’d probably be wondering how you can install a fitted wardrobe in an alcove by yourself. This is a relatively easy task if you’re attentive to the details, however, if you’re not confident enough to pull this off, we’d advise that you get in touch with a professional who can guarantee the best results for help.
To construct a fitted wardrobe in an alcove, simply follow these steps:
✓ Take a measurement of the available space including the length, breadth and width.
✓ Sketch out what you want the wardrobe to look like while also staying within the measurements. Here, you’ll have to be particular about everything like the drawers, shelves etc.
✓ Build the frames upon which every other construction would be made.
✓ Attach the frames to the wall and floor. Make use of a hammer drill with a masonry bit to drill the holes if its a concrete floor.
✓ At this stage, you’ll have to start building your shelves in accordance to the number you’ll need.
✓ Based on the design in step 2 above, you’ll have to add the door at this stage. This is however optional as some homeowners prefer door-less wardrobes.
✓ The final step is to paint the the finished wardrobe to your taste with your choice of colour.
Windows or lightwells can be a great way to introduce natural light into your basement, making it a more valuable, enjoyable space. However, they’re not always an essential requirement.
It’s important for your basement conversion to meet ventilation and fire safety building regulations. Windows can be a good way to do this, but they’re not the only option. Stack or mechanical ventilation, or ensuring that stairs up from your basement connect to an exit can be a good alternative.
So, while windows can be a great asset to your basement conversion, if you can’t afford them or they’re not structurally feasible, you can still create a basement conversion without them.
Any residential building work requires a general builder. The term Residential building work means any work which is involved in building a house or changing or adding to a home. It also comprises of mending, refurbishing, ornamenting or applying shielding treatment to home. A dwelling is defined as a building or a part where people live. This might include an apartment, house or a townhouse.
Here is a list of some of the works that require a building licence:
• construction of a garage, carport or a shed
• renovation for bathroom, kitchen or laundry
• structural landscaping and building swimming pools
• construction of conservatories and atriums
• house lifting for example, raising the height of an existing structure permanently
• removing and resitting dwellings
• steam rooms and saunas.
General building contracts might also involve work that needs a specialist. These works can be appropriately subcontracted. However, this work must be carried out by the container of a permitted contractor licence or competent administrator certificate in that specialist category.
There are a number of different categories of licences that are available depending on whether you want to oversee the work or have an agreement with another party. When you have a contractor licence, you will have the option of submitting a contact to bid on the work. You can only do the categories of work designated on your licence card. Contractor licences can be allotted to people and businesses and partnerships.
With a certificate of a qualified supervisor, you will be able to supervise the type of work specified in the certificate. Such certificates are only issued to individuals and do not allow you to contract for work.
The licence of an endorsed contractor is issued to those individuals who have applied for a contractor licence but also possess the necessary qualifications and experience to become a qualified supervisor.
What is your garage being used for? If your answer is anything besides your vehicle, you’re in the majority in the UK. In the country, according to a research by Admiralty Loans, several home and property owners now use their garage as dumping ground for all sorts of stuffs asides a car. Ultimately, this gives rise to garage conversions as the more or less underutilized space can be converted into a living space which can be more beneficial while also adding more value to the property.
A garage conversion is a fast and relatively affordable route to adding more floor space within your home. It’s basically the act of changing your garage into something other than a storage or a place in which you can park your car. This can be anything from a bedroom to a playroom and anything in between. It’s a great way to provide extra space to allow your family to spread out and have more privacy while still within the walls of your home.
A garage conversion project is a huge one which mostly does not require a planning application so far the conversion is internal. However if you’re planning to increase the garage’s size or change the exterior of your home, or convert your garage into a separate room, then you may require a planning permission before getting started. It’s always wise to consult your local authority before carrying out any work to be on the safer side.
A project of garage conversion’s magnitude is better left to a reliable professional who have the experience when it comes to dealing with building regulations and more. This way, you’d also get to save yourself some headaches and some extra cash which may result from possible costly errors.
External cladding will have an impact on a damp problem. However, it’s important that cladding is the last part of a damp treatment, as installing cladding over a damp wall will make the problem worse. Do not cut corners or try to remedy a problem with the cheapest solution, a damp proof course may need to be put in place before cladding.
Many types of loft are suitable for a loft conversion. In general, you will need at least 2.3 metres of headroom in your existing loft. This is to make sure there is enough headroom after the conversion. Speak to a conversion specialist about the probability and possibility of doing this in your house.
Have you been advised by a structural engineer or a surveyor that your building needs to be underpinned? Well, this might just have you wondering what underpinning really is and how long it lasts. In this post, we’re going to tell you more about underpinning to help you make the best-informed decision possible moving forward. Let’s take a look!
Basically, underpinning refers to the incorporation of one of various methods to reinforce or repair the old foundations of a building or structure mostly to remedy or avoid subsidence. Now, subsidence can be caused as a result of poor soil quality, increase in the load on the foundation like adding a new storey, excavations below the building as well as inadequate foundation which is more common in older buildings. When an underpinning remedial work is carried out, there are a plethora of benefits that comes with it. It’s preserves the structural integrity of your building by strengthening it, make it a lot more attractive, increases the property’s value and makes it a lot safer for both you and your loved ones. So how long does underpinning last?
Well, many underpinning contractors will offer you a 10-year guarantee of its underpinning solutions for defects. Primarily, there are two reasons why underpinning can fail which is poor installation and fresh issues arising or unforeseen circumstances. While the first is an issue that can be avoided by employing the services of an expert contractor who possesses vast experience and knowledge in the field, the second can not be avoided. However, in the absence of the unforeseen issues, underpinning is expected to last for the natural life of the building, so far it has been expertly installed.
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