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Webb Windows & Doors

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Webb windows and doors is a family run business based in Kilmarnock, Ayrshire . Our experienced staff will provide top q...
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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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Thinking of converting your garage to something better? Choose Premier Garage Conversions! When it comes to garage conver...
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Quality plastering

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We are a small building maintenance company... Who believe in quality and delivering the customer exactly what they want...

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12 Dec

Conversion | Loft

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Brighe M

Start Date: Immediate

recently moved into a converted bungalow. focussed on decorating downstairs, looking to get upstairs decorated in new year. now we've been in, we're not sure the space has been converted to full poten...

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01 Aug

Building Work | Porch

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Hilary M

Start Date: Immediate

Front door porch 2.5 metre long by 1.5 metre wide

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31 Jul

Driveway Repair

Greenock - PA15

Enquiry from: Donald M

Start Date: Immediate

Repair or replacement to wooden double glazed windows

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13 Jul

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Kerry G

Start Date: Immediate

Tenant is looking for loft to be insulated, looking for a tradesman that is local to the Greenock area

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10 Jun

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Donna O

Start Date: Immediate

replacement mirrors on both my fitted wardrobes & possibly storage solutions internally are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 bedrooms are you looking to...

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27 Jul

Building Work | Porch

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Brenda L

Start Date: Immediate

A small covered porch athe back of the house from the kitchen to the garden. It will be replacing an existing porch. Roof and sides only door height and approx1 foot deep

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17 Jun

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Greenock - PA15

Enquiry from: Alistair B

Start Date: Immediate

remove and replace cavity wall insulation mid terrace house

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13 May

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Greenock - PA15

Enquiry from: Morag B

Start Date: Immediate

fitted wardrobe in full width of large cupboard are you the property owner: owner of the property are you looking to decorate the whole room: no how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 bedrooms please cal...

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01 Feb

Building work | Wall Rendering

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Carol L

Start Date: Immediate

5 half circle garden wal*** high

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08 Jul

Conversion | Basement

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: John T

Start Date: Immediate

cellar required to make a new room into 2 sections within one room, need the walls insulated away from damp and wet, must be totally dry etc time scale: immediate please call to appoint

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21 Jun

Conversion | Garage

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Anne K

Start Date: Immediate

garage conversion to extend hall and make utility room. are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have a: single garage do you have a: double garage what will the space be used for: liv...

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07 Jun

Conversion | Basement

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: John T

Start Date: Less than one month

i need a cellar converted into a room, must be damp/water proof, door window to be fully secure. time scale: less than one month please call to appoint

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30 Mar

Conversion | Garage

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Andy R

Start Date: Immediate

Looking to convert garage into extra living room. Window and brick and add a new door/entry into existing living space. Need current electricity points in garage lowered and a radiator installed as we...

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25 Feb

Building Work | Porch

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Nazareth G

Start Date: Immediate

Are you the home owner of that property? yes Are you replacing an existing porch or is this a new build? New build What material do you require, UPVC? upvc What colour do you want it to be? white I a...

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18 Feb

Conversion | Loft

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Kelly C

Start Date: Immediate

I am purchasing a house which I wish to convert the attic. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Are you looking to have stairs: Yes Do you require any windows: Ve...

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16 Jan

Building Work | Porch

Greenock - PA15

Enquiry from: Gillian C

Start Date: Immediate

Are you the home owner of that property? Yes Are you replacing an existing porch or is this a new build? New Build What material do you require, UPVC? UPVC What colour do you want it to be? Unsure I a...

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22 May

House Extensions

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Brian D

Start Date: Immediate

Looking at two storey extension 3x5m. With bathroom and dining room downstairs and bedroom upstairs.

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21 Aug

Conversion | Garage

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Paul M

Start Date: Immediate

Single internal garage conversion. Would like to discuss scope of work and obtain a quote.

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05 Jun

House Extensions

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Stephanie O

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

would require a double storey extension 4m x 5.5m. No kitchen or bathrooms are being installed. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Looking For: Double store...

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07 Jul

House Extensions

Greenock - PA15

Enquiry from: Lorna M

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myhouseextension.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Rear Kitchen extension

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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 Greenock is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

Will I need planning permission or building regulations approval?

You may need planning permission if you are planning a larger extension. All extensions will need building regulations approval. An architect can assist with this and if planning permission is required. A reputable contractor will also be able to advise you if this is needed as well.

when do you need planning permission for a house extension?

If you’re planning on adding a house extension to your property, you’d probably be worried about whether or not your proposed extension would require a planing permission. Well, it may be relieving to know that not every house extension project would require a formal consent, and in fact, several extensions are covered by the permitted development rights. Not only can this save you a considerable amount of time especially at the project’s planning phase, but it’ll also save you money on the application fee. In the UK, single storey extensions to the house’s rear can be 3 metres deep for both semi detached houses and terraces or 8 metres deep for detached homes.

So how do you know when you’d require a planning permission for your home extension? Well, if your extension plan fits these criteria explained below, then your project is most likely going to be allowable as a permitted development.

• Extensions, which includes previous additions, must not go beyond half of the original house’s total surrounding land area.

• The main elevation, or side elevation where it fronts the highway, must not be extended forward.

• For single storeys, the rear additions must not extend more than the original house’s rear by more than 3 metres in both semi attached homes and terraces (4 metres for detached houses).

• Extensions to the side must be a single storey with a height not exceeding 4 metres and not going beyond 50% of the original house’s width.

• Extensions hat within 2 metres of a boundary should have a eaves height not more than 3 metres.

• Multi storey addition must not extend beyond the original house’s rear wall by a maximum of 3 metres or 7 metres of the boundary opposite the rear wall.

• Permitted development rights do not apply in listed buildings or designated areas.

How to convert a basement into living space?

The best way to go about converting a basement depends on its current condition and what you’d like to use it for.

If you’re happy with its size and structure, and just want to turn it into useful storage space, then your project shouldn’t be too complicated. You’ll simply need to make sure it’s damp proof and waterproof – either by fitting tanking or a cavity drain membrane with a sump and pump. You may also need to invest in new flooring, fit basic lighting, and plaster and paint the walls and ceiling.

If you’d like to turn your basement into living space, then you’ll need to think about ventilation, insulation and heating. If this involves creating a kitchen or bathroom, you’ll also need to incorporate plumbing.

If you want to extend your basement, add lightwells, or fit windows and a sunken garden, this makes things much more complicated. You’ll probably want to hire an architect or basement conversion building specialist to help you with the design and planning, and you’ll need a structural engineer to help you ensure your property is sufficiently supported.

do i need planning permission to render my house?

If you’re considering rendering your house or property, then you’d most likely want to know whether or not applying for a planning permission will be needed. In several cases, planning permission will not be required for the maintenance, repair as well as replacement of the existing render on your building. These activities are covered by what’s called “Permitted Development Rights, which allows you to carry out some activities without having to apply for a planning permission but always subject to following some strict guidelines. For rendering, as long as the material (render) possesses an identical appearance to those existing on the house as well as same colour, then you will not require a planning permission. However, there are a number of projects that have been highlighted in which a planning permission would be required. These includes the following:

✓ Re-rendering in a colour that different from the original one used on the house or building.

✓ Rendering over brickwork which was not originally covered.

✓ Rendering over pebbledash

✓ Removing pebbledash and replacing it with render.

Another exception to the Permitted Development rights are for houses in conservation areas, national parks or areas of outstanding national beauty.

Although, you wouldn’t normally require to submit a planning application for approval before you apply render, but in truth it’s actually a bit of a grey area which isn’t totally clear and doesn’t allow for much freedom or creativity. And due to this fact, homeowners who wants an absolute peace of mind may opt to apply for planning permission just in case. It’s also worth noting that whether or not a planning permission is required, a huge rendering work will need to comply with building regulations which includes the need to insulate walls on the inside or outside as part of the work on several older properties .

how big can my house extension be?

The holy grail of home extensions is basically the need for additional space for living as well as leisure. However, before commencing your home extension project, you’d probably want to know just how big your new building can be. In this article, you’ll find the answer to this question which is also frequently asked by many other home or property owners in the UK.

Besides your budget, there are two other major influencing factors that can determine just how much extra room that can be added. These factors include whether you wish to carry out the extension project under Permitted Development rights which is usually for a smaller project or you’d prefer to opt for a larger project which is covered by Planning Permission.

Apart from the limitations in the size of an extension under Permitted Development, the extensions are also a lot more affordable and consumes less time when compared to the extensions under planning permission. So what exactly is the size limit for an extension under Permitted Development and the ones under Planning Permission?

For a single storey extension, the maximum size that can be constructed without having to submit an application for Planning Permission includes:

• An extension should have a maximum length of 6m, if you reside in a terraced home or a semi-detached property.

• Extensions for detached properties can have a maximum length of 8m.

• The extension built must not go beyond half your garden’s area.

• The extension should have a maximum height of 4 metres, but in the event whereby the extension is situated within 2 metres of the boundary of your property, it should not exceed a height of 3 metres.

• The extension should not be higher than the highest part of the existing house’s roof.

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.

does a kitchen extension add value to your house?

If you’re planning to add a kitchen extension to your property or perhaps you’re simply looking for ways to increase the value of your property, this is one of the common questions that usually pops up. A simple answer to this question is yes, a kitchen extension will add value to your house. With a kitchen being one of the most frequently used room in a house, adding an extra space to the commonly used room can only increase the value of the entire property. However, to determine the value added by such an extension, there’s a need to calculate the cost of setting one up first.

Kitchen extension costs are greatly influenced by a wide range of variables such as the size, type of the extension and specifications, your location, professional fees, materials used and more. Overall, the type of the extension you opt for will play the most significant role in the determination of your kitchen extension cost. Here, we’ll be looking at a single storey kitchen extension.

For a single storey kitchen extension, you can expect your home’s market value to increase within the range of 5 percent to about 10 percent. When trying to calculate the cost of kitchen extension, it’s crucial to take into account how much value it’ll add to your home so as to make sure that the amount expended will not outweigh the expected value to be added by the project.

For a more accurate idea, there’s the need to consult local estate agents. However, for a much needed guideline, single storey kitchen extensions are usually able to add about 5 to 10 percent to a home’s value, while double storey extension should be up to 20 percent. But as stated earlier, this will depend on several variables.

How to cut plasterboard?

Cutting a plasterboard is a relatively simple process requiring only some basic tools. Unfortunately, the lack of knowledge serves as big deterrent for many people who wishes to put it to good use. Plasterboard can actually be sawn using an ordinary timber saw that’s fine-toothed to get a cleaner edge. However, the basic tools you may also need includes a sharp knife (Stanley Knife), pencil, a fine sandpaper, a straight edge and measurement tape as well as a wall board saw. Let’s have a look at the cutting process!

• Firstly, you need to put the plasterboard sheet flat on a firm surface.

• Use the tape measurement to measure the cut you wish to make.

• With the help of a pencil, simply mark out the part you wish to cut on the plasterboard’s front side.

• Once marked, place a spirited level over the marked spot on the plasterboard sheet you want to cut.

• Cut a shallow mark into the plasterboard sheet using the Stanley Knife to cut along the edge.

• The cut should be slow and gradual to ensure you do not wander off the edge of the marked area.

• Once the shallow cut has been made, turn the plasterboard sheet on its edge and deliver a quick and sharp push towards the plasterboard’s back and on one side of the cut.

• Place the plasterboard sheet backing against a flat surface ensuring the line of the cut is over an edge. Once done, give a quick and sharp push towards the back of the plasterboard sheet and on the part of the board is reaches beyond the edge.

• Using a fine sandpaper, remove all forms of paper burrs.

The process of cutting plasterboard requires a lot of practice. If you lack the training and experience, the cutting process is best left to a proficient professional who can guarantee the best results the first time and save you some additional costs due to potential damages.

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