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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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Premier Garage Conversions

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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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Recent Builder Enquiries

17 May

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: David M

Start Date: Immediate

cavity wall insulation for a semi detached bungalow are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 property age: 1970-2000 are you i...

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05 Sep

Insulation | External Wall

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Elaine S

Start Date: Immediate

Conservatory insulation

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07 Apr

Insulation | CERO Free

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Egle R

Start Date: Immediate

external wall insulation

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11 Jul

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Matthew P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Fitted wardrobe in our bedroom with a sloping ceiling. Dimensions are 7ft wide by 8ft high (reducing to 2.5ft with the sloping ceiling). Inside we just want hanging. The doors will be white wood an...

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25 Apr

House Extensions

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Ewan M

Start Date: 3+ months

An extension from kitchen to take fridge ,washing machine and dishwasher Homeowner Will need assistance with planning permission Plans will need to be drawn up Please contact to appoint

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15 Sep

Building Work | Porch

Kilwinning - KA13

Enquiry from: John L

Start Date: Immediate

I have a small timber built porch, that needs replacing and need a quote for this work asap

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12 Sep

Building Work | Porch

Kilwinning - KA13

Enquiry from: John L

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 as...

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31 Aug

Building Work | Porch

Kilwinning - KA13

Enquiry from: John L

Start Date: Immediate

I have a small timber built porch, that needs replacing and need a quote for this work asap

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05 May

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Kilwinning - KA13

Enquiry from: Nathan C

Start Date: Immediate

House to be more insulated

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14 Apr

Insulation | External Wall

Kilwinning - KA13

Enquiry from: Allan L

Start Date: Immediate

External wall insulation on a 2 bedroom bungalow with a conservatory

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06 Apr

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Irvine - KA12

Enquiry from: Aileen B

Start Date: Immediate

Loft insulation supplied and fitted.

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30 Mar

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Irvine - KA12

Enquiry from: Aileen B

Start Date: Immediate

supply and fit loft insulation are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other age of property: 1930-70 are you interested in cavity wall insulation: no how many bedrooms do you...

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07 Mar

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Beith - KA14

Enquiry from: Angus M

Start Date: Immediate

Cavity wall insulation for my house

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17 Feb

Building work | Demolition

Kilmarnock - KA3

Enquiry from: Andrea L

Start Date: Immediate

Dismantle and remove conservatory and base and make good outside wall after removal of plaster

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07 Jan

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Dalry - KA24

Enquiry from: Ferryair W

Start Date: Immediate

Flat Pack x 3 Wardrobes assembled & fitted in 1 Bedroom early Feb 2024

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20 Nov

Insulation | External Wall

Kilmarnock - KA3

Enquiry from: Sandra K

Start Date: Immediate

conservatory roof insulation are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached property age: post-2000 how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 bedrooms please call to appoint

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29 Oct

Conversion | Loft

Kilmarnock - KA3

Enquiry from: Brian D

Start Date: Immediate

new dormer nominal width 1600 with 1300 wide window 1150 high. lower section of dormer is 1150mm high wall (house is 1.5 story cottage - i.e. upper floor has 1/2 solid wall and then sloping ceilings)...

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14 Jul

Building work | Bricklaying

Kilmarnock - KA2

Enquiry from: Greta A

Start Date: Less than one month

bricks repointing and slabs made safe are you the property owner: owner of the property what type of work do you need to have done: brick work, garden work do you have the materials you need in order ...

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14 Feb

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Saltcoats - KA21

Enquiry from: Sharna L

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customer made an enquiry for cavity wall insulation and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a builder.customer lives in the saltcoats area and would like a call to discuss optio...

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14 Feb

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Saltcoats - KA21

Enquiry from: Sharna L

Start Date: Immediate

loft instillation and ventilation. evidence of damp and furry mould in the loft are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 do you currently have loft insulati...

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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 Lochwinnoch is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

how to build a garden room?

With homeowners now a lot more unwilling to move or make any costly extensions due to the uncertainty that lies ahead in the property market of the UK, a garden building which represents a cheaper alternative seems to be the best option available. Not only is it one of the most affordable ways to add space to your home while staying within your budget, but it’s also one of the best ways to add immense value to your property as more and more potential home investors are now seeking properties with an outdoor garden room. They’re the perfect investment for those looking to expand their space without having to carry out huge extension projects which normally consumes both time and money.

Garden rooms are best built by professionals to guarantee the best results. However, if you feel confident enough to undertake the project, then this guide will give you an idea of the process.

✓ Build the foundation. Here you can build the foundation using concrete, but in cases whereby there are root systems closeby then you can make use of low impact screw piles.

✓ Start the construction process with timber frame, SIP panels as well as other modular components and materials

✓ Once you’re done with the construction process, the next course of action will be to develop and position the roof structure on to the top of the newly constructed garden room. Here, you can also decide to use sun pipe and solar heating or PV panels. You can also protect the construction from the elements by making use of cedar cladding.

✓ Doors installation. The best type of doors to use here are draught sealed doors which can also be treated hardwood or powder coated aluminium .

✓ Make the finishing touches here and there and make sure all connections are complete.

How to dot and dab plasterboard?

How To Dot And Dab A Plasterboard

If you want a fast and simple way to achieve a smooth and sturdy wall which is decoration-ready, then dot and dab plasterboard is the way to go! It’s a relative simple process but can also be a bit challenging. Therefore, if you lack the necessary training or experience, hiring a professional would be a great step to protect your investment and guarantee the best results. Here, we’ll provide you with a deep insight into the plasterboard’s dot and dab procedures. Let’s have a look!

• At the thickness of the board with the adhesive, mark the ceiling and floor as well as the wall to indicate the centre of each board.

• Ensure the wall’s height is 15mm more than the plasterboard

• Make a mixture of the adhesive and achieve a thick consistency. Apply a consistent layer of the mixture around the wall’s perimeter, edge of the ceiling and any other openings with the use of a trowel.

• Select dabs that are about 250mm long and 50mm to 75mm wide and apply the adhesive in them. Make use of 3 vertical rows for individual boards. Also ensure to apply, at skirting level, a band of adhesive.

• Position the board’s reverse side against the dabs, and laying against the packers. Then make the board align with the ceiling and floor marks with the help of a straight edge.

• Raise the board till its tight against the ceiling with a board lifter. Once done, use the plasterboard to wedge the board into place before you remove the board lifter.

• Repeat the same process for the remaining parts of the room. Once completed, make sure the adhesive is set before you remove the boards.

how to tile a porch roof?

Tiling a porch roof is a very important but laborious and difficult task. A project of this magnitude will require a large investment in planning and preparation way before the actual installation process takes place. It can be a brand new porch roofing tile or a replacement of the existing one, either way it’s crucial to get the right technique. If you lack proper training or experience in this field, we’d recommend you hire the services of a reliable professional probably within your local area to guarantee the best results and to save yourself some time and money. This guide will give you a good insight into the porch roof tiling process. Let’s have a look!

• With the crown looking upwards, put the first tile on the batten and centre the tile from side to side.

• Hammer a 10d nail at the base of the tile and into the batten (make sure not to overdrive the nail).

• To provide a much needed support, apply a little mortar under the first tile.

• Identify the inner end of the first tile and place another tile on top. Take a measurement from the outer end and adjust the end of the second tile to fit.

• Just like you’ve done with the first tile, nail the second tile into the batten.

• Position two tiles at the both ends of the ridge and proceed with the installation just as you’ve done with the previous tiles.

• Take a measurement of the distance across the ridge from the first tile’s outer end. Once done, you can then calculate the number of tiles required by subtracting 16 inches from your measurement and divide the answer by 8.

• Beginning at the second tile on one end of the ridge, install the half the number of ridge tiles towards the centre of the ridge. Now install the remaining tiles working from the opposite end to the ridge’s centre. At the centre of ridge should be a key tile with mortar.

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.

what is rendering on a house?

Rendering is an external wall’s plastered finish which provides a smooth finish while also protecting the brickwork from the elements like rain, snow and the likes. The traditional rendering is normally applied in two or three coats which enables it to be more resistant to surface cracks. In modern times, the finishes are largely different from the grey pebble dash of post war housing. Today, we now have a plethora of specialist products to pick from such as through-coloured silicone renders as well as one coat renders. The types of renders include the following:

✓ Cement renders. These are the common option that are usually mixed on site and used in a number of applications, then painted when dried. There’s a need to paint this type of render regularly to keep them looking great.

✓ Polymer renders. These are pre mixed and mostly pre coloured (usually with through colouring).

✓ Through-coloured products. These rendered do not need to be painted as the pigment is already added in the manufacturing process to colour the whole render.

✓ Lime renders. These are superior to cement as they’re less likely to trap moisture in the brickwork and also more good looking. However, they’re generally more costly and more difficult to apply.

Overall, rendering on a house provides several benefits. Not only is it able to protect your brickwork against the elements like the rain and wind, but it can also make the building more efficient. Being fully aware that about 30 percent of the energy used in heating a home is lost via the external walls, making use of a product such as acrylic insulated render is a smart approach to improve your home’s energy efficiency without affecting your interior living space.

How to plasterboard a brick wall?

How To Plasterboard A Brick Wall

Do you want to cover your brick wall with plasterboard? The key to success here is the preparation. You must ensure that brick wall is prepared well enough to receive the plasterboard. To get started, there’s the need to attach wood furring strips to the wall which serves as studs in a wood frame structure. This way, the plasterboard will be prevented from getting in touch with the brick. You can always hang pictures or any other forms of decoration in between the gap between the walls. Let’s have a look!

lAttach Furring Strips

• Get a 2 inch by 4 inch wood stud and apply a bead of construction adhesive.

• Using a masonry bit, drill a pilot hole through the wood stud’s base as well as the brick wall.

• Hit a 3 inch fluted nail through the hole using a sledgehammer

• Using a construction adhesive, bind a horizontal 2 inch by 3 inch stud to the upper edge of the wall.

• Using an adhesive, bind the length of a 2 inch by 3 inch stud on its wide side.

• Use a masonry drill to drill a hole on the wood stud and 1 1/2 inches into the brick wall.

• Hit a 3 inch fluted nail through the pilot hole.

lApply Plasterboard

• Hold a plasterboard sheet against the furring strips.

• Use plasterboard screw to hold the drywall sheets in place.

• Use fibreglass to cover the joints where the two plasterboard sheets meet.

• Use a thin layer of the joint compound on the tape. Once done, screw it using a 6 inch taping knife, then allow to dry overnight.

• Use a sandpaper to smooth the joint compound.

• Use a fresh coat of the joint compound to block the holes and joints. Once done, allow the compound to dry.

• Use a light sandpaper to smooth the final coat.

Plasterboarding a brick wall is a simple task but the preparation part must be done right to protect your investment. Therefore, we’d recommend you hire the services of a skilful professional, who can guarantee the best results especially if you lack enough training and experience to carry out a DIY project.

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.

how much is a loft conversion?

With the ability to add approximately one third of your existing living space ( by converting your old, unused attic) to your home or property without having to let go of your garden, it’s quite easy to see the reason why loft conversion has rapidly grown to become one of the most popular home improvements in the UK. However some homeowners usually shy away from the idea simply by looking at the perceived high cost of carrying out such a project, despite several researches showing that loft conversions offers the best rate of return on initial investment when compared to the other home improvement projects. So exactly how much would it cost to carry out this project?

Just like several other home improvement projects, the cost of a loft conversion varies greatly depending on a wide range of influencing factors. These factors include the size of your home, how old your home is as well as the quality of the fixtures and fittings you want to install. For instance, a high end bathtub alone can cost you thousands of pounds, meanwhile you can also construct a full bathroom suite on just a couple of hundred pounds. However, to give you an idea of the minimum cost of a loft project we’ll look at the most popular types and the minimum cost of each.

✓ Internal Loft Conversion - The most affordable type of loft conversion tends to start from £25,000 and above.

✓ Dormer or L-Shaped Dormer Loft Conversion. These are the most popular types of loft conversion. Dormer price tends to start from £35,000, while the L-shaped dormer starts from £45,000.

✓ Mansard Loft Conversion - This involves replacing the entire side of a sloping roof with a vertical wall and flat roof. It requires a planning permission. The type of loft conversion usually starts from £45,000.

✓ Hip To Gable Loft Conversion - This usually starts from £50,000.

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