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Recent Builder Enquiries

09 Aug

Insulation | External Wall

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Margaret M

Start Date: Immediate

Wall insulation for my park home

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18 Jan

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Sally H

Start Date: Immediate

loft insulation for small 2 story end terraced house are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 do you currently have loft insulation...

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11 Apr

Building work | General

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Sandra W

Start Date: Less than one month

External wall insulation Lead

ms requested quotes for building maintenance from a builder around kelso. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information below ...

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28 Sep

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Scot K

Start Date: Immediate

Loft Insulation for a pitched roof on 2 bedroom home

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17 May

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Tom C

Start Date: Immediate

customer in kelso area has requested that we arrange quotes for their cavity wall insulation project.mr are considering various options and would like to discuss with a builder directly.please call to...

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27 Jan

House Extensions | Single Storey

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Boon T

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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26 Jan

House Extensions

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Boon T

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached other forms: house extension agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call to appoint looking for: sin...

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05 Jan

House Extensions | Single Storey

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Boon T

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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16 Dec

House Extensions | Single Storey

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Boon T

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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15 Dec

House Extensions

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Boon T

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: semi detached agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes other forms: house extension please call to appoint are you the property...

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31 Jul

Building work | General

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Catherine M

Start Date: Less than one month

i have just moved into a property not so long ago and unfortunately the garden has been a bit neglected and to me it's an eyesore so i want a tidy up and grass cutting and have it maintained to look l...

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07 Mar

Conversion | Garage

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Ray G

Start Date: Immediate

Convert single garage (joined as part of front of house) into combined living room/ sun lounge with separate utility strip. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you have a: Single Gar...

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03 Feb

House Extensions | Single Storey

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Bon T

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

An extension to build a bathroom and a study room Time scale: 1-3 months Please call to appoint Time scale: 1-3 months Please call to appoint Time scale: 1-3 months Please call to appoint Time scale:...

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12 Feb

Building work | General

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Tommy F

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Roof trusses for new build - have engineers drawings when required

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18 Jun

Building work | Sound Proofing

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Anne K

Start Date: Less than one month

Soundproofing on party walls with neighbors - very poor sound proofing in building. Time scale: Less than one month Please call to appoint

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14 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: John F

Start Date: Immediate

Possibly loft conversion and or extension

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22 Feb

Building work | Sound Proofing

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Helen D

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

I require a small ground floor bedroom ceiling soundproofed. It is below the kitchen of the upstairs flat and the noise of foot fall and cupboards and drawers been opened and just general clatter at ...

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30 Nov

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: David T

Start Date: Less than one month

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached How many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 Property Age: 1970-2000 Are you in a conservation area: No Are you looking for loft insulat...

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30 Nov

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: David T

Start Date: Less than one month

Cavity wall insulation, loft and room in roof insulation Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached How many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 Property Age: 1970-2000 Are you in...

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09 Apr

Building work | Wall Rendering

Kelso - TD5

Enquiry from: Eileen B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

quote for repair work on rendering gable end of cottage. Needs to be able to be given from afternoon of Mon 11th April to morning of Thurs 13th April as that is when i'm available at property Are you ...

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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 Kelso is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

Can I extend my barn conversion?

Generally, it’s possible to extend a barn conversion, but there are certain conditions that you’ll probably need to meet. Ultimately, it’s up to your local planning office to decide whether to approve your planned barn conversion extension or not.

Typically, small extensions on the side of a barn conversion are often approved, particularly if they serve to preserve the original character of the barn. This could be because the extension will mimic the appearance of the original structure, or house facilities that would look odd in the original building.

However, you probably won’t be allowed to build a larger extension, or one that isn’t in keeping with the appearance of the original barn.

Do bricklayers work in the winter?

Yes, bricklayers can work during the cold months, but it all depends on the type of work involved. For instance, residential housing maintenance works such as tuck pointing deficient mortar joints on exterior walls and columns as well as rebuilding of chimneys are best tackled during summer or simply put, the warmer months of the year. This is is mainly because the best results for these activities are achieved in the warmer months and several bricklayers will agree to this fact.

Mixing of mortar using anti-freeze technique to counter-act the effects of a cold weather can lead to white marks trailing down the brick when warmer temperatures comes knocking. As a result, even mortar mixing should be done at temperatures exceeding zero degree farenheit which will hold no serious consequences if the temperature should change to a little bit below the norms. During the winter, a good technique that can be incorporated to when mixing mortar would be to mix them in smaller quantities in a warmer environment. These small quantities will immediately be fed by the labourers to the bricklayers and in such circumstances, the mixed mortars will not be subjected to a freezing temperature for too long.

Generally, it would be very unwise to consider any bricklaying work to be done whenever the temperature jumps to a certain level which would be considered to be very inconvenient to work in. Interior works like remodelling of fireplaces can be tackled so long there is a warm space to mix the mortars while also keeping the materials at an indoor temperature. Bricklaying works that have, however, been completed during the colder months should be subjected to a very close inspection as well as looking for potential damage that can be caused to existing works as a result of the harsh weather.

How can I find a builder in my area?

Finding a builder nearby can have enormous assistance when it comes to your build. Period on site, their familiarity of local planning permission, constructors’ dealers and other local trades are all vital bits of knowledge that you’ll welcome on site.

It is always wise to walk around in your local area or drive to a site where any construction work is going on. It’ll give you a proper impression of the constructors who are active nearby. You don’t have to like their style of work or the project they are currently carrying out – after all, a builder can only produce what’s on the plans in front of them.

Find a Builder Other Tradesmen Recommend

If you’ve had to call an electrician before or a local plumber and liked their work, you can always ask them if they have any builders whom they would recommend. Maximum tradesmen get used to seeing the similar acquainted names from one place to another in the sites they are working on and every so often has favourites for who they like to work with — and who they see as a good source of work.

Always Talk to Previous Customers

Once you’ve found a builder you would like to work with, ask them for a list of previous customers they have worked with; they ought to be glad to offer particulars if they’re self-assured they’ve done an effective job.

Look for a builder online

A decent place to start looking for builders online is on sites like the Federation of Master Builders. They have a search tool where you can find precise crafts in your area and look at their situations. All FMB members are assessed and individualistically examined and are checked to ensure that they have the correct insurances in place.

how much value does a loft conversion add?

When its impossible to build out and create more space sideways, why can’t you look upwards? As more and more homeowners in the UK are carrying out their loft conversion project, one question that keeps popping up is the amount of value the loft conversion can add to their homes. However, this is a question that is impossible to provide a single and precise answer to. This is because the value that’ll be generated by a loft conversion is largely dependent on a wide range of influencing factors. To give you a vague idea of the loft conversion value to a property, we’ve put forward a research carried out by industry experts so you can know what you’re in for.

Nationwide carried out a research which shows clearly that a loft conversion including an additional bedroom as part of the building plan will increase a house’s value by up to 21 percent. Since the number of rooms a house has is one of the main metrics for house valuations, loft conversion comes in pretty handy as it’s a great and easy way to convert your house from a 4 bedroom house to a 5 bedroom house prior to sale.

Apart from the financial value aspect, loft conversion also adds more value to your lifestyle which is very unlike nearly other financial investments you can make. More space in your house automatically means more storage or a new room as you wish. A new room can be for a growing family or probably to serve as a guest room. It can also be used as a study space or even an office especially with the rapidly growing rate of people working from home. With loft conversion, the possibilities in terms of value are simply endless!

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 does a porch cost?

Are you interested in constructing a porch to your property? Estimating the cost of the project before proceeding will solve a lot of possible headaches in the future.

A porch is great place where you can keep your shoes, jackets, dog leads as well as other items to create free space within the property. Apart from this, a porch also serves numerous other purposes to make it a very good structure to have on your property. Not only is it a good means to put a roof over your head when it’s pouring with rain, but also a highly economical way to add floor space to your home. The question, however, how much would it cost to build a porch?

The price of building a porch is based on a wide variety of factors such as the type of materials required, the size of the porch, location of the structure and lots more. As a result, you should note that this guide provide figures that are only a rough guide that’ll put you on the right direction to make informed decisions.

Depending on the type of porch you choose to build, the average cost range from £1,900 to £2,100 for a uPVC porch and up to £10,000 for a lean to porch. There are other types of porch including the traditional porches ( Edwardian and Victorian porches) costing within a range of £2,500 to £8,400.

The materials required also has a great influence in determining the price of a porch. An aluminium porch will cost between £7,5000 to £8,200, while a brick porch will cost slightly less between the range of £2,000 to £8,000. They can both be constructed either as a front porch or as a rear porch, but due to fewer restrictions on aluminium porch, it can be made a lot larger.

when does a loft become a habitable room?

When Does A Loft Become A Habitable Room?

When a loft is being converted to functional space, there are a multiple options it can offer. It’s not uncommon that at the conversion of this space, many household may not have a specific plan on how it’s going to be used. However, they know later on an actual need might arise, perhaps as you start working from home, developing other hobbies that requires an extra space or the family grows.

The loft can easily be converted into a game room, study room, playroom or even a household’s “breathing space etc. However, when the family grows and you wish to make use of the space on the top of your home as an extra bedroom, there are many factors to consider. The fact is, just because there’s enough space to fit a bed, doesn’t make it habitable. For a loft to become habitable, it must be built specifically for the purpose of being a sleeping area and must also comply with the relevant building regulations. It’s as a result of this, many property sale particulars include “potential third bedroom, subject to regulations statement written on it as well as the boarded and insulated loft space’s dimensions.

Loft conversions building regulations are set in such a way to ensure that adequate attention is given to both safety and structural elements to build a new space that’s fit for undetermined household use. These regulations are established minimum requirements to guarantee the following:

• The new floor and ceiling’s structural integrity.

• The existing roof and party wall modification’s structural stability.

• Safety during fire incidents plus an escape route.

• An appropriate stairway access.

• The proposed changes’ structural suitability to the external environment in association with the local area as well as any unique factors specific to the property.

What kinds of loft conversion are there?

There’s a huge range of different types of loft conversions. The most common are dormer and skylight or Velux conversions. There are also hip to gable and mansard conversions. The type of loft conversion that’s most suitable for your property will depend on the style of roof and the size of your loft.

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