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Hartlepool - TS24
Enquiry from: John G
Start Date: Immediate
fireplace restoration and tiling
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Hartlepool - TS24
Enquiry from: John G
Start Date: Immediate
fireplace restoration and tiling
Hartlepool - TS24
Enquiry from: John G
Start Date: Immediate
Open Fireplace repair, smoke leaking on fire surround, and fireplace tiling
Hartlepool - TS26
Enquiry from: Malcolm H
Start Date: Immediate
Composite cladding to cover over hang bedroom
Hartlepool - TS27
Enquiry from: Robert W
Start Date: Immediate
Loft insulation as there is no insulation at the monent
Hartlepool - TS27
Enquiry from: Catherine P
Start Date: Immediate
Hello I was wondering if you do residential piling. We are getting a 2 story wrap around extension and the current property is on piles. Thanks Catherine
Hartlepool - TS25
Enquiry from: Damon M
Start Date: Immediate
customer is looking for quotes for loft conversion from pros around hartlepool. please call to arrange appointment to discuss are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace ...
Hartlepool - TS25
Enquiry from: Mabel H
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
1) the drain in the rear yard is blocked which requires unblocking. 2a) the front door is damaged and requires replacing 2b) the woodwork around the front door is rotten and requires replacing. 3) the...
Hartlepool - TS26
Enquiry from: Sarah D
Start Date: Immediate
new front garden wall we will be knocking the old wall down we have all the bricks ready job will be ready to go are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how much...
Hartlepool - TS25
Enquiry from: Julie H
Start Date: Immediate
mrs requested quotes for building maintenance from a builder around hartlepool. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information ...
Hartlepool - TS27
Enquiry from: Sivadasan R
Start Date: Immediate
shop extension to the existing building do you own the land that you would like to build your new property on: yes - i am the owner property type: commercial how many bedrooms are you looking to have:...
Hartlepool - TS24
Enquiry from: Jamilee C
Start Date: Immediate
Loft stair case, this will need one left turn added also.
Hartlepool - TS26
Enquiry from: Rose A
Start Date: Immediate
the loft currently is a room however the walls are all cracked and bowing, so we need new boards on the walls and a new sky light are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terra...
Hartlepool - TS24
Enquiry from: Jennifer O
Start Date: Immediate
customer in hartlepool areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for house extension.confirmed interest via email at 09/12/2021 13:59.please call to arrange appo...
Hartlepool - TS25
Enquiry from: David K
Start Date: Immediate
convert existing detached garage and store room into family / games room. will involve removing dividing wall and installing supporting beam. drawings and spec/calcs available. are you the property o...
Hartlepool - TS25
Enquiry from: Gemma J
Start Date: Immediate
loft insulation to meet building regulations are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 do you currently have loft insulationn: ...
Hartlepool - TS26
Enquiry from: Victoria S
Start Date: Immediate
1. replace roof and put in dorma windows. 2. make access stairs on landing where there is a cupboard already. 3 plaster sound proof flooring and insulate. 4. install water and waste soil pipes for en...
Hartlepool - TS27
Enquiry from: Mr E
Start Date: Immediate
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 ...
Hartlepool - TS24
Enquiry from: Lisa C
Start Date: Immediate
rear extension single plans have been passed
Hartlepool - TS25
Enquiry from: Georgina W
Start Date: Immediate
customer visited the myloftconversionprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: terrace property owner: tenant (with permission), looking to convert into: bedroom, work description: b...
Hartlepool - TS24
Enquiry from: Kate 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: staircase to ...
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 adviceCavity wall insulation is basically the process of installing an insulating material between the two layers of brick making up a cavity wall, either as a retrofit measure or at the time of building. Obviously this is not a choice if you have solid wall, but for those who do possess a cavity wall, it represents an opportunity you may not want to let slide as it is a worthwhile and affordable wall insulation option. Clearly, cavity wall insulation will make your home or property feel warmer, but it also does come with a range of other benefits which is why we’d recommend installing it. In this post, we’re going to look at a number of reasons why having a cavity wall insulation done is a good idea.
How To Fit Plasterboard
If you’re planning to renovate your house, then here is a must-read guide! Fitting of plasterboard is a crucial step when it comes to renovation. If you’re bringing down an existing lath and plaster for an upgraded surface or adding a new wall, a plasterboard is required for your project to be a true success. If you’re a novice with no prior practice or experience, you can protect your investment by hiring the services of a professional plasterer to guarantee the best results, the first time. However, we’ve put together this guide to give you an insight on how the plasterboard fitting process is done.
To get started, you’ll need a power drill, hammer, plasterboard nails or screws, broad knife, utility knife, measurement tape, pencil, ladder as well as a joint tape.
Before proceeding, you need to identify the number of plasterboard sheets needed to commence the project by measuring the height and width of the wall as well as calculating the square footage. If you possess a stud timber wall, the steps below will get you the best results.
• Measure the walls and mark the plasterboard where you’ll make the cuts. Start with a full sheet and cut pieces down in such a way that would fit
• Score the front paper of the plasterboard with utility knife. Fold the sheet to get a clean cut through the board and make use of the knife to the remaining paper.
• Place the first sheet against the wall and use an offcut to prevent the plasterboard from touch the floor.
• Make the plasterboard rest snugly against the wall in position and screw it firmly on each stud. Once done, fasten it at all the sheets’ edges and in a line down the stud to make for a firm connection. Follow the same process for the remaining plasterboard sheet till the wall is fully covered.
Refurbishing a house brings about a plethora of benefits. These includes an increased sale value, an improvement on your quality of life or even simply to make it more visually appealing. All these are great when you look at them, but one thing that happens to be an hindrance for several homeowners is the cost of getting the project done. You may wish to set a budget, plan and prepare before commencement of the project, but the fact remains that, when it comes to refurbishing a house, nothing is certain. In fact, it’s advised to always expect the unexpected and have a lot of cash in reserve just in case something goes wrong. There are a wide range of factors that can play a key role in the overall cost of a house refurbishment. Minor refurbishment that should cost around £30,000 can easily go up to over a whooping £150,000 for a total transformation. Most of this cost will be expended on labour, and the next most significant expense, which is sourcing materials.
In general, the cost of your refurbishment project will depend on some factors which includes the size of the project, the materials used, the refurbishment or renovation level, the location of the property, the quality of the contractor hired and lots more. To estimate the cost of refurbishing your property, you can follow these simple steps:
✓ Write down a detailed list of all the things that needs to be done per room and try to be as specific as possible.
✓ Carry out a research of the labour cost in your area as well as the raw materials’ cost (here, you can make use of guides such as home advisor).
✓ Add an extra 10 to 15 percent on top of the calculated estimate for uprisings and repairs.
✓ Talk to your contractor to get a more accurate quote.
The short and simple answer to this question is yes, loft insulation does cause condensation. Over the years, problems with condensation in loft spaces have become increasingly common. While this may not be harmful in anyway, when the condensation becomes excessive it can lead to more serious issues taking root in your loft like wet rot, dry rot as well as black spot mould. Generally, the best thing to do if you’re concerned about the condensation in your loft space and that it may rapidly become a bigger problem is to get in touch with a damp specialist as soon as possible.
Even though insulating your loft space comes with a wide array of benefits like making the top floor rooms warmer, it’s however comes at the cost of making your loft or room space cooler. Condensation in lofts take place primarily due to the humid air making its way through insulation or other gaps into the loft space and touching a cooler surface which in turn results in beads of moisture on the timbers, lintels as well as the underside of the roof. This is why its always a great idea make use of thermal insulation with a vapour barrier that’s installed on the warmer side of the insulating material.
Condensation in loft is caused by excess moisture in the air and lack of adequate air ventilation. Here are some top reasons that gives rise to this in the loft:
Wall rendering is basically a process which involves the application of sand, cement or polymer covering to a home’s exterior in such a way that enhances its look while also offering an improved stability. The process is a perfect solution for several exterior concerns mainly due to the support its able to provide. It’s highly beneficial for older homes whose walls may suffer from poor quality because of wear over time, while it’s also greatly advantageous for newer homes as it increases their stability while also enhancing their visual appeal.
Knowing how to apply render is a great skill to have with your home’s upkeep in mind. The project can be done quite easily by any competent and confident DIYer. However if you lack any of those attributes, then we’d recommend you get in touch with a reliable professional for help. In this article, we’ll take you through the wall rendering process.
✓ Prepare the walls. This involves examining the wall, repairing any structural defects as well as stabilizing any movements to prevent the render finish from failing.
✓ External details. This includes the removal of bargeboards, rainwater, soil pipes, alarm boxes and all other external details.
✓ Insulation. In the event whereby external wall insulation is to be fitted, this is the stage to do so.
✓ Developing a foundation for the render to fix to. Apply a render mesh over the insulation, bedded into the first base coat layer of render.
✓ Building up the render.
✓ Render finishes. There are a wide range of colour options as well as various finishes available from very smooth to textured. However, you should note that thin coat render systems are usually designed to be self coloured.
✓ Final finishes. This involves the re-application of the external rainwater, soil pipes and the other external details.
Generally, it’s possible to extend a barn conversion, but there are certain conditions that you’ll probably need to meet. Ultimately, it’s up to your local planning office to decide whether to approve your planned barn conversion extension or not.
Typically, small extensions on the side of a barn conversion are often approved, particularly if they serve to preserve the original character of the barn. This could be because the extension will mimic the appearance of the original structure, or house facilities that would look odd in the original building.
However, you probably won’t be allowed to build a larger extension, or one that isn’t in keeping with the appearance of the original barn.
In 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.
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