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

Recent Builder Enquiries

19 Aug

Insulation | External Wall

Wemyss Bay - PA18

Enquiry from: Graham A

Start Date: Immediate

i have an existing conservatory with a glass roof. i'd like to make it more usable throughout the whole year and am looking for quotes for converting or insulating the roof. ideally it would include ...

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26 Sep

Building work | Refurbishment

Wemyss Bay - PA18

Enquiry from: Helen S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

I need the ground floor of a property concreted, I must have someone with experience who knows how to get a good level surface Time scale: 1-3 months Please call to appoint

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05 Sep

House Extensions | Single Storey

Wemyss Bay - PA18

Enquiry from: Arlene W

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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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04 Sep

House Extensions

Wemyss Bay - PA18

Enquiry from: Arlene W

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Hi there, we are looking for a single storey extension to replace our existing conservatory at the rear of the property. We would be wanting to create a kitchen/diner/living space at the back, with gl...

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27 Dec

Insulation | External Wall

Wemyss Bay - PA18

Enquiry from: Alan F

Start Date: Immediate

Quote for conservatory roof insulation

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14 Oct

House Extensions

Wemyss Bay - PA18

Enquiry from: Charlene M

Start Date: 3+ months

Back of house to create a new lounge

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04 Apr

Conversion | Garage

Wemyss Bay - PA18

Enquiry from: Marie S

Start Date: Immediate

Garage conversion into multi purpose room

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10 Apr

Interior work | Stud Walls

Gourock - PA19

Enquiry from: Ian M

Start Date: Immediate

Bedroom ceiling and plasterboard walls stripped out and replaced. Approx. Room size 4m x 5m.

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02 Feb

Conversion | Garage

Skelmorlie - PA17

Enquiry from: Sucha S

Start Date: Immediate

Garage conversion to bad room

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30 Jan

Building work | General

Helensburgh - G84

Enquiry from: David H

Start Date: Immediate

Advice on lowering basement for conversion. Maybe though benching might best approach but would like some advice and costs. Room 1 is approx 8.6m x 3.5m. It has betwen 2.4 and 2.0m head height (no ...

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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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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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08 Nov

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Largs - KA30

Enquiry from: Ronald M

Start Date: Immediate

loft insulation in a private legal office approximately 45 square metres - which is not used for storing anything are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: commercial how many ...

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04 Oct

Building Work | Porch

Helensburgh - G84

Enquiry from: Joseph P

Start Date: Immediate

flashing on porch roof replaced and interior walls of porch replastered and guttering on roof cleaned and repaired. are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have planning permission: n...

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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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11 Jul

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Tighnabruaich - PA21

Enquiry from: Phyllis B

Start Date: Immediate

External wall insulation Lead

Cavity wall insulation for 6 room Farmhouse and replacing asbestos garage roof with solar panels

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09 Jul

Conversion | Loft

Largs - KA30

Enquiry from: April B

Start Date: Immediate

l shape stairs to loft steps without facing are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what are you looking to convert the space into: bedroom/s are you looking to have s...

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23 Apr

Building work | Wall Rendering

Helensburgh - G84

Enquiry from: Lesley G

Start Date: Immediate

re-render of back / side of detached house. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 bedrooms how many walls are you looking to ha...

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03 Mar

Building Work | Porch

Dunoon - PA23

Enquiry from: Yetunde D

Start Date: Immediate

Call back anytime. New build or replacement: New build Quote requested on a porch, in PVCu, to be supplied and fitted.

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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 Wemyss Bay is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

how much is loft insulation?

More often than not, several homeowners fail to realize there’s so much value sitting right under their roof - the loft. When a loft is insulated, there are so many juicy benefits that can be derived. It can go a long way to save increase you energy savings and several more functions. Therefore, if you really wish to maximize the space under your home’s roof, you’d have to considering insulating it. So how much would it cost to have your loft insulated? Here, you’ll discover the cost of insulating your lofts so you that you can set a budget and start to plan.

 

The cost of insulating a loft is actually affordable for several individuals, however, this depends on a wide range of factors such as the size of the house as well as the type of insulation being installed. One significant factor is the insulating material that you choose to install. If done properly, you’d be able to prevent heat from escaping through the roof of the house which helps improve energy efficiency and ultimately, save you some money on heating bills.

 

If you’d prefer to make it a DIY project and you go for a blanket insulation it costs about £5 per m2. therefore, this will cost within the range of £100 to about £150 for a small home.

 

For a professional service, you’ll be provided with a quote for both the materials and labour. The amount will be based on the number of insulation required, the company hired, your location as well as the method selected. The price to purchase and install blanket insulation  would be between the range of £300 to £400 depending on the size of your home.

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.

What types of cladding are there?

There are two main types of cladding. The first is material cladding, which refers to layers of a material that are attached to the external walls. The material used could be timber, PVC, stone, or other materials. The second type of cladding is rendering, where a coat of plaster is applied to the wall.

Are barn conversions VAT exempt?

If you’ve converted a non-residential barn into a home, you might be able to reclaim some of the VAT that you’ve paid for your project. This includes money spent on:

• Construction materials

• Flooring

• Light fittings

• Kitchen units and worktops

• Electrical, heating and plumbing materials

To reclaim your VAT from HMRC, make sure you request and keep all of your invoices. You’ll also need proof of planning permission and evidence of completion. You should then submit your claim with all relevant paperwork within three months of receiving your completion certificate. You’re only allowed to submit one claim, so you’ll need to make sure you get it right first time.

how much to renovate a house?

When it comes to house renovation costs, nothing is certain. As a rule of thumb, you should always expect the unexpected. Unforeseen circumstances (mostly unfavourable) can crop up from anywhere, at any time, greatly affecting the cost of the project. However, if you’ve completed proper planning and done your due diligence on your property before commencement, there’s absolutely no reason why you can’t put the works on budget.

The cost of a house renovation project depends on a lot of variables. These variables include the type of property you’re undertaking as well as the amount and complexity of the entire project. What’s more? Whether you decide to do some of the work yourself or wish to hire quality tradespeople to cover the entire project will also tell on the cost of the home renovation.

In the event whereby you wish to completely gut your property and begin from square one, here are some of the cost you’re most likely going to incur:

✓ Planning applications and building controls

✓ Architect’s design and specifications

✓ Contractors and build costs

✓ Snags as well as unforeseen problems

What will be the biggest cost, which will be determined by the amount of work you need done, is most likely going to be the structural and building work, which can reach up to tens of thousands of pounds.

Asides from material and labour, the administrative costs is another important cost you’ll need to factor in. The first thing here is usually insurance, this is because all regular building insurance policies does not cover large scale renovation projects. So if what you’re planning is a huge structural change to your property, then it’s more likely that it won’t be covered by your buildings insurance policy. In this event, you’ll have to take out a specialist renovation insurance.

how to render a wall?

Wall rendering is basically a process which involves the application of sand, cement or polymer covering to a home’s exterior in such a way that enhances its look while also offering an improved stability. The process is a perfect solution for several exterior concerns mainly due to the support its able to provide. It’s highly beneficial for older homes whose walls may suffer from poor quality because of wear over time, while it’s also greatly advantageous for newer homes as it increases their stability while also enhancing their visual appeal.

Knowing how to apply render is a great skill to have with your home’s upkeep in mind. The project can be done quite easily by any competent and confident DIYer. However if you lack any of those attributes, then we’d recommend you get in touch with a reliable professional for help. In this article, we’ll take you through the wall rendering process.

✓ Prepare the walls. This involves examining the wall, repairing any structural defects as well as stabilizing any movements to prevent the render finish from failing.

✓ External details. This includes the removal of bargeboards, rainwater, soil pipes, alarm boxes and all other external details.

✓ Insulation. In the event whereby external wall insulation is to be fitted, this is the stage to do so.

✓ Developing a foundation for the render to fix to. Apply a render mesh over the insulation, bedded into the first base coat layer of render.

✓ Building up the render.

✓ Render finishes. There are a wide range of colour options as well as various finishes available from very smooth to textured. However, you should note that thin coat render systems are usually designed to be self coloured.

✓ Final finishes. This involves the re-application of the external rainwater, soil pipes and the other external details.

How much plasterboard do I need?

How Much Plasterboard Do I Need?

Although many people especially contractors have a tough time estimating the number of drywall or plasterboard needed to complete a project, it’s a rather simple task if all factors are taken into consideration. If you’re able to follow the same procedures taken by professionals to count dry wall sheets, you’ll be in the right direction. Let’s have a look at the procedures to follow!

lTake Square Footage Measurement

• Measure the square footage of the area where the plasterboard will be fitted.

• Multiply the height by the width of each wall or ceiling area.

• Add all quantities to obtain a total square-foot amount.

lCalculate Drywall Sheets

• To calculate the number of drywall or plasterboard sheet is very simple once you’ve gotten the total square footage.

• To get started, simply divide the total square footage of area by 32 (that’s if you are using a 4 by 8 sheets) or you can also make use of 48 to make the division (only if you’re making use of the 4 by 12 sheets).

• The answer you get after the division will give you the full number of plasterboard sheets that’s required to complete the project.

We’d recommend you include an extra 10 to 15 percent of whatever you calculate to take care of the possible odd cuts and wastages. This implies that if your total area is 1600 square feet while incorporating 4 by 8 sheets, simply divide 1600 by 32 which equals 50 sheets, now take 10% of 50 which equals 5, then add back the 5 extra to the 50 sheets earlier calculated to get 55 sheets. If you wish to estimate the cost, simply multiply the number of sheets gotten by the price per sheet. Do not forget to include delivery charges and local taxes.

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.

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