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The Fascia Division

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The Fascia Division are specialist installers of fascias, soffits, guttering and cladding. Our experienced installers a...
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Essential Paving

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Yorkshire Soundproofing

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08 Dec

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Kim L

Start Date: Immediate

Cavity wall insulation and loft insulation please

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28 Jul

Insulation | External Wall

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Anthony T

Start Date: Immediate

Estimate for external wall insulation as property has minimal cavity. GIA is 95m2 semi detached 3 bed 2 storey. Current finish is pebble dash render over brick.

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21 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Paul W

Start Date: Immediate

Looking at a bungalo with a main roof 12.66m long (this would be the ridge) 12.17m wide (all approx) what would the very approx cost be of taking the roof off and fitting a new roof to give rooms abov...

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13 Sep

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Paul T

Start Date: Immediate

full loft insulation (already has 100mm old insulation) and possibly some wall insulation to a timber clad part of premises property type: detached do you currently have loft insulationn: yes do you r...

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15 Feb

House Extensions

Retford - DN22

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ms requested quotes for house extension from a builder around retford. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information below is ...

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27 Sep

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Harold T

Start Date: Immediate

loft insulation new house are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 do you currently have loft insulationn: no property type: detached age of property: post...

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09 Aug

Insulation | External Wall

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Alison R

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we have the wood batons and the insulation needed to comply with regulations. we don’t have plasterboard. been let down by fitter after waiting 6 weeks! need someone happy to work off secure tower s...

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23 Jul

House Extensions

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Andy R

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quotes for installing waste drainage from garage conversion (new kitchen) to main drain. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached looking for: single storey extension ...

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11 Jul

Building Work | Porch

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Leanne H

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small porch to front of house. are you the property owner: owner of the property looking for: porch do you have planning permission: no do you have plans drawn up: no do you require plumbing work: no ...

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03 Mar

Building work | Sound Proofing

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Arthur H

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at the back of a bungalow a room 5.4 mt x 4.5 mt x 113 mm wood flooring are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have sounds proofed...

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28 Sep

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Heather A

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I need some cavity wall insulation on the property urgently

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16 Sep

Building work | Bricklaying

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Kay E

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front door replacement new porch building with door and two windows are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how much work would you say needs to be done: small ...

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26 Jul

Building work | Refurbishment

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Ian R

Start Date: Less than one month

patio door removal replace brickwork to fit new window time scale: less than one month please call to appoint

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06 Jul

Conversion | Loft

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: David B

Start Date: Immediate

Loft conversion with velux windows and Roof trusses removed (require re-supporting) to give large double bedroom. New staircase above current stairs. Heating and power

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26 Aug

House Extensions

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Jacob M

Start Date: Less than one month

Detached garage at front of house (would need planning permission). New driveway as part of project. Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to thei...

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26 Aug

House Extensions | Single Storey

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Jacob M

Start Date: Less than one month

Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Looking Fo...

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06 Mar

Insulation | External Wall

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Keith H

Start Date: Immediate

I have an inaccessible roof void above the bathroom in my traditional Victorian terrace that needs insulating as the last couple of years has caused considerable damp issues Are you the property owner...

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06 Feb

New Build | Residential

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Jonathan E

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Full renovation of 1860’s school building from commercial property to residential. Full architect plans and warrant in place. Building stripped out, all aspects of renovation required either as a wh...

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03 Aug

House Extensions

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Robert D

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myhouseextension.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: wanting a swimming pool built in to an extension to the side of house

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04 Jul

Conversion | Loft

Retford - DN22

Enquiry from: Alan H

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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: loft convers...

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How much do Builder services cost?

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.

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The average price
of a Builder in Retford is:

£23,825

Builder job Builder cost in 2025
Garage conversion in Retford £4,500-£6,900
Loft conversion in Retford £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Retford £42,000-£68,000
Loft insulation in Retford £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Retford £2,625-£4,025
Barn conversions in Retford £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Retford £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Retford £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Retford £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Retford £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Retford £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Retford £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Retford £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Retford £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Retford £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Retford £638-£978
Residential new builds in Retford £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Retford £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Retford £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Retford £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Retford £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Retford £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Retford £2,440-£3,660
Roof room in Retford £15,000-£23,000
Shop refurbishment in Retford £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Retford £23,200-£34,800
Soundproofing in Retford £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Retford £1,010-£1,890
Garden room in Retford £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Retford £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

how much does a garage conversion cost?

Are you looking to create some more space in your home with your garage being almost dispensable? If yes, then considering a garage conversion project may be the way to go. Unlike many other extension options, garage conversion does not take up an additional space as it only changes the current structure of the garage. As a result, the cost of completing a garage conversion project can be relatively attractive when compared to other space creating alternatives. So exactly how much would a garage conversion project cost? Well, there’s no precise answer for this as several influencing factors come to play. However, in this guide we’ll give you a rough idea of the average costs that you’re likely going to encounter. Some of the factors that can influence your budget dramatically includes the following:

• The size of the conversion. The larger the size of the garage per square feet, the more cost you’ll have to expend.

• The type of your property - listed buildings are usually more expensive.

• Your location in the UK. If you stay in London where there’s a higher demand, you’ll most likely pay more.

• You’re likely to pay more if a specialist knowledge is required.

• The amount of glazing to be installed

• Quality of the materials to be incorporated.

• Quality of the professional to carry out the installation service.

On average, when it comes to garage conversion projects, you’re likely to pay the following depending on the per square metre given:

• A single garage of about 15 square metre will cost within the range of £6,000 to £15,000.

• A double garage of about 30 square metre will cost within the range of £12,000 to £30,000.

Are there grants available for external wall insulation?

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.

What types of work does a builder do?

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.

how disruptive is a loft conversion?

Asides the questions relating to planning permission of a loft conversion as well as the total cost of completing a loft conversion project, this is perhaps the most common question on the loft conversion subject matter. Before making an investment decision, many homeowners will want to know just how disruptive a loft conversion is. Well, we’ve all heard the several horror stories when loft conversion builder with dirty boots tramples all over the fresh and just-acquired shag pile or the noise of the construction loud enough to annoy neighbours from four blocks away or an obvious shortage of teabags, sugar and lots more. Good news is, the disruption of loft conversion is not as bad as people make out. Let’s have a look at how it works!

Just like all other major building projects, a loft conversion is disruptive to your property. However, no two loft conversions are the same, therefore some are certain to be more drastic and invasive than others. In the long run, the project is worth the stress and inconveniences caused and in most cases, it’s usually a very good investment.

Normally, an average loft conversion is expected to last for about 9 to 12 weeks (depending on the complexity of the loft conversion project some might take longer). Some of the factors that affects the duration of a project includes the type of the loft, the design of the loft as well as the style of the property.

Generally, a loft conversion is a lot less disruptive than say completely moving a home. It all has to do with how you’re able to deal with it as a person. And besides, the effect it’s going to have to a large extent depends on the company you hire. A good company will always look to ensure to keep disruptions to a minimal when carrying out the loft conversion project.

How to fit plasterboard?

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.

How much sand do I need for bricklaying?

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.

Are pumps used for basement conversions noisy?

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.

how much to refurbish a house?

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.

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