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K&D joinery

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We’re just a small building firm with just 10 men We cover all areas from Glasgow. Edinburgh. Perth. Dundee Fife. Stirl...
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12 Sep

Insulation | CERO Free

Dunkeld - PH8

Enquiry from: James M

Start Date: Immediate

Additional/replacement insulation in the attic as well as flooring for some of it (for storage). Also under floor insulation, there is access to the under floor void where there is enough space to wor...

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15 Dec

Building work | General

Dunkeld - PH8

Enquiry from: Cameron W

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

greenhouse for potted plants and vegetables. for keen gardener looking to develop hobby further - so not big greenhouse but one fitting for setting in large rural estate. quotes for full installation ...

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05 Dec

Building work | General

Dunkeld - PH8

Enquiry from: Cameron W

Start Date: Immediate

small starter outside greenhouse for vegetables and plants

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25 Apr

Building work | Refurbishment

Dunkeld - PH8

Enquiry from: Colin I

Start Date: Immediate

Cathedral representative require full cleaning of internal Cathedral roof which is 60ft high - can gain access with cherry picker and rafters are walk-able time scale - immediate please call to app...

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18 Apr

Building work | Refurbishment

Dunkeld - PH8

Enquiry from: Colin I

Start Date: Immediate

Cathedral representative require full cleaning of internal Cathedral roof which is 60ft high - can gain access with cherry picker and rafters are walk-able time scale - immediate please call to app...

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30 Jan

Conversion | Loft

Dunkeld - PH8

Enquiry from: Jane B

Start Date: Immediate

Joists need moving, velux Windows, insulation, stairs. Rough cost please.

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25 Jul

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Craig M

Start Date: Immediate

2 fitted wardrobes. one in each bedroom. approx widths of 280cm and 230cm. floor to ceiling. shelves and clothes rails. thanks. are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms ...

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13 Mar

Insulation | External Wall

Perth - PH1

Enquiry from: Allyn S

Start Date: Immediate

Conservatory roof insulation/ conversion

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14 Nov

Building work | General

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Alex H

Start Date: Immediate

Hi I'm in Forgandenny, looking for a carpenter who can replicate a part of a archway that's rotted away from water damage. I'm looking to get a quote on this. The arch is apart of the vestibule and bu...

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29 Oct

Conversion | Loft

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Gary K

Start Date: Immediate

I have submitted architect's drawings to the council and hope to have the building warrant approved soon. The space is approx 37sqm, to comprise of Master Bedroom and en-suite, as well as a small bedr...

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11 Jul

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Pitlochry - PH16

Enquiry from: Coilin H

Start Date: Immediate

Loft insulatiion for small attic approx. 6 x 8 metres.

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04 Jul

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Perth - PH1

Enquiry from: Ludovic R

Start Date: Immediate

3 bedroom semi detached house built in 1939. looking at getting wall cavity insulation done before next winter. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached how ma...

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13 Jun

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Aberfeldy - PH15

Enquiry from: Fiona F

Start Date: Immediate

quote for roof and possibly wall insulation

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01 Mar

Building work | Sound Proofing

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: MARIA M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

sounproofing 2 rooms as i have noisy neighbours are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have sounds proofed: 2 rooms what level of ...

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20 Feb

Building work | Sound Proofing

Blairgowrie - PH10

Enquiry from: Pauline H

Start Date: Immediate

Screed for underfoor heating approx 150m2

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17 Feb

Insulation | External Wall

Blairgowrie - PH10

Enquiry from: Jennifer D

Start Date: Immediate

our conservatory needs a new roof and double glazed windows. wooden frames of windows may need replaced too. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms...

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27 Dec

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Norman D

Start Date: Immediate

wool removal from loft , renew wool insulation due to burst pipe, ceiling in hall partly falling down

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13 Oct

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Elaine H

Start Date: Immediate

I would like an idea of the costa of cavity wall insulation and underfloor

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13 Sep

Insulation | External Wall

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Brian C

Start Date: Immediate

a quote for the application of external wall insulation to a detached bungalow. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 bedrooms pr...

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10 Sep

Conversion | Loft

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Martin M

Start Date: Immediate

looking to get a dormer loft conversation to enable us to have a master bedroom with en suite . are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what are you looking to ...

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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 Dunkeld is:

£23,840

Builder job Builder cost in 2024
Garage conversion in Dunkeld £4,500-£6,900
Loft conversion in Dunkeld £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Dunkeld £42,000-£68,000
Loft insulation in Dunkeld £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Dunkeld £2,625-£4,025
Barn conversions in Dunkeld £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Dunkeld £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Dunkeld £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Dunkeld £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Dunkeld £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Dunkeld £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Dunkeld £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Dunkeld £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Dunkeld £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Dunkeld £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Dunkeld £638-£978
Residential new builds in Dunkeld £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Dunkeld £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Dunkeld £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Dunkeld £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Dunkeld £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Dunkeld £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Dunkeld £2,440-£3,660
Roof room in Dunkeld £15,000-£23,000
Shop refurbishment in Dunkeld £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Dunkeld £23,200-£34,800
Soundproofing in Dunkeld £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Dunkeld £1,520-£2,280
Garden room in Dunkeld £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Dunkeld £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

how much is a double house extension?

A double house extension is basically a construction to any aspect of your house that elevates up to offer two floors of space. It can be structured to suit your existing home in two storeys or as a side wing on a taller property. If you’re considering building a double house extension, then estimating the cost is a very important task to do before commencing the project. In this article, we’ll give you an idea of the cost of a double house extension so you can estimate yours accordingly.

The double house extension cost depends on several factors that’s specific to your home as well as your design choice. These includes:

• Location of your property. Places like London and the southeast will generally cost more than the other regions due to higher demands.

• Accessibility of the site. The ease of your site’s accessibility also plays a key role in the price.

• Size of the extension. The more the extension’s size in footprint and square metres, the higher the possible costs.

• Materials used in making the roof as well as the complexity of the roof design.

• Your choice of finishing. These includes flooring window and door frames, glazing, underfloor heating and roof lights.

• Your property’s soil type. Different types of soil requires varying treatments as well as materials to develop solid foundations.

Constructing a double house extension is a quite simple build in terms of technicality when its to the side or rear of your house as this can also help you save some money. Generally, considerably expanding your home’s space by building a double house extension will cost within the range of £1,500 per m2 to about £2,800 per m2.

can a mortgage include renovation costs?

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.

does loft insulation cause condensation?

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:

  • Extra insulation has been installed in the loft leading to a restriction on the natural air circulation in the property.
  • When the storage boxes or other items that has been stockpiled in the loft blocks the roof vents.
  • The release of steam and moist air into the loft space by hot water tanks.
How to get free external wall insulation?

This is a very great opportunity to not only get free external wall insulation, but also cut down your energy bills depending on the type of property you live in. Generally, to enjoy free external wall insulation you must at least be part of the group receiving one of the benefits listed below and also depends on the amount of money you earn. The benefits include:

• Income based jobseeker’s allowance (JSA)

• Income support

• Income-related employment and support allowance (ESA)

• Tax credits

• Pension credit guarantee credit.

• Universal credit.

There are also other important factors that determines if you can have a free insulation fitted on your property. These includes the place you reside, the carbon level of your home and according to some suppliers, the level of beneficial impact the insulation will have on your home. In order to have a free external wall insulation installed, you must either be the owner of your home or at least obtain the go ahead from your landlord before any external wall insulation activity can be made.

Good news is, if you fit the aforementioned criteria and you’ve already installed an external wall insulation, you just may be entitled to receive a refund for the good job done. However, to really find out if you’re eligible, we’d recommend you get in touch with your supplier directly. Also, the Energy Saving Trust (EST) can direct you to some organizations who can assist you in the determination of your eligibility.

As a home and property owner living in England, you can also check out the Each Home Counts Advice Website which is committed to giving impartial energy efficiency advice.

At the end of the day, if it turns out you happen to be ineligible for a free external wall insulation, you can still go ahead to contact a professional installer for a help at a competitive price to enjoy the several benefits that comes with home insulation.

Can a mortgage include renovation costs?

In a nutshell, a mortgage loan is for the acquisition of an asset, so lenders won’t tend to give you anything else in a mortgage that is going to cover your home renovation costs. When you are applying for your mortgage, your provider will examine the price of your new household. For example, if you’re planning to buy a property for £200,000, but you need another £50,000 to help improve it, you’ll find that your lender might turn you down.

Essentially, with any mortgage loans that you take out on your possessions, the bank or creditor theoretically owns your home till you’ve entirely paid off your loan, which is why it is very unlikely that you will get extra funds from them. There are some mortgage providers who will be willing to add on some building costs, but it is entirely up to you whether to choose it or not.

With most mortgages, banks and other lenders will usually give you a maximum of 95% of what you purchased your property for. That means, that even if you contemplate the household has the probability to be valued at so much more, you’ll have to find an alternative way of paying for the developments you have in attention. So, if the accumulation of extra funds on to your mortgage loan is out of the question, you’ll need to find additional ways of paying for the home developments.

It is well and good if you have the cash saved up, or else, you can explore other payment options which your bank or lender may be able to help you with. There are several methods by which you can collect the cost to pay for the improvements, from personal loans to credit cards or even overdrafts, there are tons of ways to lending money. Keep in mind these are all forms of debt so keep an eye out for the interest rates when you are repaying.

what is a garage conversion?

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.

Does external wall insulation add value to your home?

The answer is yes! Houses whose external walls have been insulated are more valuable than their uninsulated counterparts. And not only does it add to the value of a home, but also significantly reduces the amount of electricity consumption. This is a major turn on for potential investors which implies a greater demand and ultimately, a higher price. The real estate market is a very dynamic one which can be hard to predict at any particular time. The frequent changes in price are usually down to factors beyond the owners’ control, but if you’re looking to put up your house for sale in the near future, it would be a wise decision to consider ways in which you can increase its value. While renovating each room can be on the expensive side, a great solution would be insulate the external walls.

An insulated house is one that is well secured against the harmful impact of extremely high or low temperature, humidity and other atmospheric factors. Hence, the reason why a house with external wall insulation has a greater value which you would not want to miss out on. What’s more? You’ll get a great thermal insulation with the top notch materials like foamed polystyrene, high quality renders, mineral wool or polyurethane.

With an external wall insulation, you know the transaction will always be favourable on both ends. You get to smile to the bank, while the buyer also gets to enjoy great value for every penny spent. To employ the services of a reliable external wall insulation expert, simply conduct an in depth research from family and friends, online and other sources. Go through their online reviews and ask questions to become more familiar with the process and its value-adding potentials.

how much loft insulation do I need?

Over the years, more and more home and property owners are beginning to realize the huge benefits that can be derived from loft insulation being a worthwhile investment. It’s quite worrisome the way in which energy bills have soared over the past 10 years and loft insulation is a considerable affordable energy efficiency measure that can go a long way to help increase your home’s energy savings.

 

As far back as the 1980’s, the standard when it comes to insulation thickness was 25 mm to 50 mm which was, at the time, considered to be sufficient. However, building regulations have changed the norm that now states that a new build needs to possess 270 mm of insulation in the loft in order to achieve the required u-value of less than 0.16/m2k based on the standard rock wool or sheep wool insulation.

 

Generally with loft insulation, there’s a law of depreciating returns which implies that the first couple of insulation centimetres will save you many times the cost of the installation, however an extra layer or centimetre is going to add less value to the point where it’ll no longer be wise or worthwhile to add any further centimetre. Therefore, with cheaper energy prices 30 years back, that additional couple of centimetres was not just worthwhile, but with the recent alarming rises in costs of fuel, that additional £10 savings per year has all of sudden changed to £30 which makes it become a lot more attractive.

 

If you already have 270 mm of loft insulation, regardless of the material you’re looking to add you’re most likely not going to benefit from a top up. The cost of the materials and installation will definitely be too high for the couple of pounds it’ll save you per year.

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