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Tree & Garden Designs

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I am a family runed business professional and efficient for 30 years !
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Weatherdry Insulation

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We are a company that specialises in Damp Proofing & Insulation. We have a 100% success rate in resolving damp issues con...
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L&w plastering services

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L&w plastering services Fully qualified, cis registered we off free quotation and carry out all our tasks to the highest...
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We are a family business that takes pride in every job we do
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Tony Newman

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With over thirty years experience in all things relating to carpentry and joinery Along the way I have picked up other sk...

Recent Builder Enquiries

22 Dec

House Extensions

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Tricia L

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...

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29 Nov

Driveway Repair

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Lorna P

Start Date: Immediate

Cheapest solution too making driveway look ok

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11 Nov

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Michael W

Start Date: Immediate

Loft insulation and boarding (save bathroom expelair area) with loft ladder installation (loft ladder already purchased). Would also require expelair egress to the wall or roof (advice sought). Work ...

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09 Jul

House Extensions

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Nathan S

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an online enquiry for house extension 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 the p...

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16 Apr

Building work | Bricklaying

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Ake K

Start Date: Immediate

a small wall to be knocked down and replace. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how much work would you say needs to be done: medium job do you require the brick...

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08 Mar

Building work | Wall Rendering

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Terri D

Start Date: Immediate

Front of house half render

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25 Nov

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: GARY M

Start Date: Immediate

loft insulation on joists in loft

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21 Nov

Building work | Bricklaying

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Cherill P

Start Date: Immediate

repointing chimmely replacing flashing are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other how much work would you say needs to be done: medium job do you require the bricks to be ...

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03 Jan

House Extensions

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Andrew F

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner have you considered getting your windows replaced to match a new conservatory: no other forms: house extension agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes pl...

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01 Sep

Conversion | Garage

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Lianne B

Start Date: Immediate

double integrated garage conversion into two rooms

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22 Apr

House Extensions | Single Storey

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Andreww A

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

6ft extension from house going 25-26ft across rear of property with bifolding doors. Kitchen wall and window to come out Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Looking For: Single storey e...

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18 Apr

Building work | General

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Jason D

Start Date: Immediate

Mini digger for a day to level off back garden and place waste in skip Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint Please call to appoint

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11 Feb

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Tricia U

Start Date: Immediate

Lay a top up layer of loft insulation (170mm) in a 2 bed rental property

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08 Jan

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Ed A

Start Date: Immediate

Loft insulation topping up, 10 year old house, surveyor recommended 250-300mm fibreglass quilt adding. Roughly 40 square meters.

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30 May

New Build | Residential

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Matthew S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Foundations and build of a pair of semi detached houses 5m x 12m each (two storeys) + driveway + fence replacement around garden. Please exclude, plastering, p&d, plumbing, electrical work and fitt...

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27 Feb

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Jo M

Start Date: Immediate

Cavity wall insulation on a 2 bedroom bungalow

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19 Nov

Conversion | Loft

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Paul C

Start Date: Immediate

Home Owner Call to Appoint

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06 Feb

Building work | Demolition

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Mark M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Removal of mainly stud wall with a fireplace in the middle of wall no requirement to make good, wall separates lounge and kitchen and there are some electrics and water pipes on wall Time scale: 1-3 m...

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02 Jan

House Extensions

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Kelly S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Have you considered getting your windows replaced to match a new conservatory: No Are you looking for Conservatory blinds: Yes Other Forms: 45 Agreed...

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28 Nov

Conversion | Loft

Rushden - NN10

Enquiry from: Phil R

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

loft converted in to double bedroom = ensuite shower 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 ...

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How much do Builder services cost?

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.

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The average price
of a Builder in Rushden is:

£24,642

Builder job Builder cost in 2024
Garage conversion in Rushden £4,500-£6,900
Loft conversion in Rushden £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Rushden £42,000-£68,000
Loft insulation in Rushden £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Rushden £2,625-£4,025
Barn conversions in Rushden £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Rushden £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Rushden £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Rushden £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Rushden £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Rushden £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Rushden £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Rushden £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Rushden £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Rushden £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Rushden £638-£978
Residential new builds in Rushden £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Rushden £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Rushden £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Rushden £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Rushden £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Rushden £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Rushden £2,440-£3,660
Roof room in Rushden £15,000-£23,000
Shop refurbishment in Rushden £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Rushden £23,200-£34,800
Soundproofing in Rushden £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Rushden £761-£51,140
Garden room in Rushden £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Rushden £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

How do I know if I have cavity wall insulation?

With cavity walls being very similar to other type of brick works, it can be quite confusing to figure out the type of wall your property possesses. If your house was constructed after the 1920s, then its highly likely the you have cavity walls, while older houses (houses before the 1920s) are likely to have solid walls. What’s more? If you happen to own a home that was built in the last decade, then it’s very possible that it was built with insulation installed during construction.

An effective way to determine whether or not your property is built with cavity wall is to examine the brickwork on your home’s exterior. The bricks will typically possess a regular pattern if it features cavity walls. In the event whereby the brick work is covered by render, you can also figure it out by taking a measurement of the wall’s width. If the brick wall is beyond 3000mm in thickness ( from the exterior wall to the interior wall), then it probably features a cavity. Meanwhile, a wall that’s narrower is very likely to be solid. Stone walls, on the other hand, may actually be thicker but are most times solid.

In a situation whereby your house is built using steel frame or timber frame, or made using pre-fabricated concrete, there are varying rules that applies when it comes to insulation and should be examined by an expert before any insulation is installed. More often than not, most contractors will have installed special air vents, which can also be a good indicator that a cavity wall insulation has been done.

how does cavity wall insulation work?

In recent times, more and more home and property owners are starting to come to terms with the large returns and little investment in cavity wall insulation provides. For a relatively little amount you can achieve a lot, from an increase in your home’s energy efficiency and reduction in heating bills to a huge boost in your property’s resale value and lots more. This makes you wonder how an ordinary insulation can help you achieve so much, right? Well, you’re definitely not alone! Several other potential investors are also eager to know exactly how the cavity wall insulation works to deliver all these juicy benefits. In this post, we’re going to go provide you with a detailed insight on how cavity wall insulation works. Let’s take a look!

 

Typically, cavity wall insulation works as acting as a shield which prevents the escape of heat from your home. It features a reflective surface which serves as a barrier to reflect heat from one side of the panel, effectively minimizing the amount of heat conduction that escapes through. This protection of your home from heat penetration comes with a couple of benefits with the obvious one being an incredible thermal efficiency. An insulated home or property is able to maintain a much more balanced temperature throughout the year – staying a lot cooler during the summer months and retain the heat generated during the winter months. However, a less talked about benefit is the fact that when an insulation is done during the construction of a house, the whole development phase can be completed a lot quicker. This is mainly because insulation offers total protection against weather conditions which enables internal trades to continue without the need to wait for brickwork or cladding to be completed.

Can builders work on a Sunday?

General construction work should be restricted to the following hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm. Saturdays 8am to 1pm. Most councils advice that noisy work is prohibited on Sundays and bank holidays but you should check with your local council to confirm this.

Will the company deal with the building control application?

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.

do you need planning permission for a garden room?

So you’ve identified the type of garden room you’d like to construct in your property, chances are, you’ve already worked out where to put it and can’t wait wait to start spending valuable time on it. It’s very understandable to be a little impatient with the whole idea considering the numerous benefits provided by a garden, but just before you proceed with your plans there’s the need to first check whether or not you’re going to need a planning permission.

Factors determining whether you’ll need a planning permission includes where you intend to place it, the size of the room, how it’s going to be used as well as your location.

Generally, most garden rooms do not require a planning permission as they are categorized as outbuildings. In other words, you’re permitted to construct one so far you comply with some specific rules and have permitted development rights at your home or in your area.

If you want to build your garden room under permitted development, you have to comply with the following rules:

✓ The garden room shouldn’t be in front of your home or property.

✓ The total area of your extensions, sheds and outbuildings ( which includes your garden room), must not go beyond 50 percent of the total land area surrounding your property.

✓ It must be a single storey that’s less than 3 metres high ( 4 metres for a dual pitched roof). And it must not go beyond 2.5 metres in height if the structure is within 2 metres of your boundary.

✓ The eaves must not go beyond 2.5 metres above ground level.

✓ It must not feature a balcony, veranda or any raised platform

✓ It must not be a self contained living accommodation.

You should note that if your home is a listed building or you happen to live in a designated area, then you might not have permitted development rights.

What is a bricklayer?

This is an individual who is trained in the art of working with concrete blocks or bricks, clay bricks as well as other kinds of mortar building materials. In a combination of these materials and good bricklaying skills, a bricklayer can build and repair veneer as well as full brick construction, arches, partitions and other structures.

Contrary to many beliefs, a bricklayer actually does more than laying of bricks. There’s more to being a bricklayer than you can probably think of. A single bricklaying projects requires a wide array of skills. Let’s have a look at these skills!

• Using damp resistant materials to seal foundations.

• Spreading mortar between joints and applying them to serve as a thick layer binding the bricks together in rows.

• Reading and working from specifications as well as plans.

• Working with brick-cutting machines.

• Taking charge and caring for cement blocks or bricks, clay bricks and the likes.

• Construction of scaffolding - subject to possession of some licenses in some states.

A bricklayer mostly works outdoors, in the field and may also work at heights. Depending on the job, a bricklayer can work as part of a team or be in contact with the public. They are mostly recruited by building and construction companies and bricklaying sub contractors. However, they can also set up their own private construction firm or become a self employed tradesperson.

A bricklaying qualification is one of just two construction trades which can continue to become a registered builder. And regardless of the form a bricklaying employment takes, there are certain qualities that makes a really good bricklayer. These includes:

• Ability to work at heights and outdoors

• Enjoy practical work

• Technical aptitude

• Good hand-eye coordination

• Independent and yet a team player too

• Top physical fitness

• Attitude and attendance.

can you repair resin driveways?

Being a strong and durable product requiring little maintenance and expected to last over 2 decades, it’s little wonder resin is now a popular material amongst homeowners in the UK to build their driveways. However, there’s always the issue of the driveway fading, cracking or even becoming worn and tired. So is it possible to repair resin driveways? The answer is yes, a resin driveway can be repaired, however the best approach to use largely depends on the issue being faced. As a confident DIYer it’ll be very easy to do, but if you lack the confidence then calling in a professional for help would be a better option. So let’s take a look at how you can repair your resin driveways.

For cracks, the best reparation approach would be to chisel it out. Once done, then you can proceed to breaking the stones to form a rough edge. It’s important to make sure that the matrix of the stone remains unaffected. Make a new mixture of resin bound stone and pack it in tightly to the gap. While doing this, we’ll recommend making use of a plastic trowel to avoid burnishing. This fresh mixture will then create a smooth and perfect surface by interlocking with the edges. You can follow similar procedure for patches but these are larger holes or damages than cracks and as the name suggests are mostly likely to remain noticeable but will prevent further crumbling of your resin driveway.

For homeowners, who aren’t so keen about the patch repairs, you can opt for an overlay especially in the event whereby the majority of the surface has failed. Although many usually shy away from this approach because of the perceived high expenses, but the fact is that the approach is actually cost effective as you won’t have the need to spend more money in the long run.

how much does it cost to repair a driveway?

Is your driveway damaged or starting to show some signs of cracks and gaps? If yes, then you’d probably be thinking of repairing it before it gets even worse. Repairing a driveway is largely an unknown process but also a very tedious task as well. So if you’re looking to hire a professional for help, just how much is the repair going to cost? In this article, we’re going to look at the various factors that can determine the cost of a driveway repair.

In the UK, the average price of repairing a driveway is usually within the range of £1,400 to £1,800, where as the normal price of a driveway repair will range between £700 to £2,400. although some small repairs tasks can be as low as £250, while huge driveway repairs can skyrocket to about £4,200.

However, in general, the overall cost of repair a driveway can not be determined as each driveway is unique with their special repair needs. The factors that can influence the price of a driveway repair includes the material used, the perimeter of the driveway as well as the condition of the foundation. The only factor that’s not unique to any one driveway is the materials used, so let’s take a look at the differences in price using the based on the various types of materials available.

✓ Concrete. The average cost of repairing a concrete driveway is usually between £250 to £3,200. Have it in mind at most times the price of fixing an overly damaged driveway can be more than the cost of buying a new one.

✓ Asphalt. The average cost of repairing an asphalt driveway is usually between £750 to £2,800.

✓ Brick. The average cost of repairing a brick driveway is usually between £700 to £1,700.

✓ Cobblestone. The average cost of repairing a cobblestone driveway is usually between £500 to £1,600.

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