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05 Nov

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Bristol - BS9

Enquiry from: Valerie H

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

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20 Oct

House Extensions | Single Storey

Bristol - BS6

Enquiry from: Safina I

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To complete a single story rear extension and to complete the shower room. 1.remove wall and insert boxed steels for open plan kitchen. 2.complete floors, ceiling and walls of new built. 3.complet...

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19 Oct

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Bristol - BS3

Enquiry from: Gareth R

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Loft insulation and part boarding

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14 Jul

Building work | General

Bristol - BS15

Enquiry from: Christina B

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We have an existing metal roof on an external building in our garden and we are having some work done to the building and the roof will need to be altered as well. Please can you get in touch to disc...

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16 May

House Extensions | Single Storey

Bristol - BS4

Enquiry from: Mike K

Start Date: Immediate

I'm looking to build a small extension to the back of the house, apx 2.5 x 5 mtr, just to have a little dining room with the point of entry via a door made by a widening kitchen window.

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14 Apr

Building work | Wall Rendering

Bristol - BS2

Enquiry from: Naheed K

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Rendering of end wall of end of terrace house. Water is penetrating , & causing damp and water damage internally.

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20 Mar

Building Work | Porch

Bristol - BS4

Enquiry from: Ben S

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

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23 Feb

Building work | Wall Rendering

Bristol - BS3

Enquiry from: James M

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Remove and then replace rendering on whole wall at the rear of the property

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17 Feb

Building work | Wall Rendering

Bristol - BS4

Enquiry from: Julie W

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remove old render and re- render part of a side wall of a terraced property are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 bedrooms how ma...

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28 Jan

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Bristol - BS30

Enquiry from: Ben R

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Hi, Our Loft is already converted, we need it reinsulated. Thanks

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25 Jan

House Extensions

Bristol - BS15

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customer made an online enquiry for house extension and confirmed on email they would like a call with a builder to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the property ...

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16 Jan

Building work | General

Bristol - BS16

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Think a bird got into chimney yesterday as ?mud fell on to cold gas fire that was recently serviced. Looking to have a cowl fitted.

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08 Jan

Building work | General

Bristol - BS35

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02 Jan

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Bristol - BS8

Enquiry from: David M

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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.mr lives in the bristol area and would like a call to discuss options.see b...

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15 Dec

Building work | General

Bristol - BS8

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customer in bristol areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for building maintenance.confirmed interest via sms and email at 15/12/2023 04:51.please call to ar...

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06 Dec

Driveway Repair

Bristol - BS37

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Driveway tarmac and repair

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29 Nov

House Extensions

Bristol - BS37

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customer in bristol areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for house extension.confirmed interest via telephone at 29/11/2023 10:43.please call to arrange app...

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17 Nov

Building work | General

Bristol - BS4

Enquiry from: Rob S

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Hello, Looking for a gravel pathway in current grassed area. This would go across the front of our building, through pedestrian gate and round the side to a fire exit and bike storage. Ideally ...

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17 Nov

Building work | General

Bristol - BS32

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Hi, We are a Machine Driver & Plant operator labour supplier that supply throughout the southwest. I was just enquiring is you use agency staff for your projects and if so how we would get an opportun...

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11 Oct

Building work | General

Bristol - BS39

Enquiry from: Sharon S

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Roof trusses for a single storey building 12 metres long by 5.3 wide. Pitch 22%. Want them to give extra head height, so a scissors type or valtec

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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 Bristol is:

£23,623

Builder job Builder cost in 2024
Garage conversion in Bristol £4,500-£6,900
Loft conversion in Bristol £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Bristol £42,000-£68,000
Loft insulation in Bristol £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Bristol £3,063-£5,013
Barn conversions in Bristol £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Bristol £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Bristol £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Bristol £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Bristol £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Bristol £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Bristol £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Bristol £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Bristol £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Bristol £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Bristol £638-£978
Residential new builds in Bristol £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Bristol £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Bristol £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Bristol £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Bristol £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Bristol £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Bristol £1,520-£4,830
Roof room in Bristol £9,000-£15,500
Shop refurbishment in Bristol £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Bristol £23,200-£34,800
Soundproofing in Bristol £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Bristol £1,520-£2,280
Garden room in Bristol £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Bristol £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

how much to render a 3 bed house?

Rendering a house comes with a plethora of benefits. Not only is it able to brighten up houses that looks tired especially those with damaged brickwork or having discoloured render, but its also the final step of external wall insulation.

If you own a 3 bed house, you’ll probably want to know just how much it’ll cost to have it rendered. If yes, then you’ve come to the right place! In this article, we aim to look at the cost of rendering a house using the standard 3 bed house as an example. Firstly, it should be stated that there are numerous factors that affects the price of a rendering a house which includes the rendering type, the size of the house, the ease of access, the prep work required, whether or not scaffolding will be needed as well as your location and the quality of the contractor your hire. Out of all these factors, the most significant variables are probably the type of rendering you go for and the size of the house.

There are three types of render and the one you opt for will play a key role in the price of your 3 bed house. In this article, we’re basing our cost estimate for a 3 bed house (3 bed detached) on the size ranging from 110 per square metre to 160 per square metre. Now let’s look at the cost per square metre of each rendering type.

✓ The silicone or acrylic thin coat render is usually the most expensive option of the lot due to the fact that they’re the newest and also the best type of render. This rendering type usually costs within the range of £45 to about £75 per square metre.

✓ The monocouche modern through coloured rendering type are able to offer a decorative and waterproof finish for walls. They usually costs within the range of £35 to about £70 per square metre.

✓ Sand and cement render type is the traditional type which has been applied for several years. This rendering type usually costs within the range of £20 to about £45 per square metre.

how much does a single storey house extension cost?

If you’re planning to build a single story house extension, this is one of the first questions that usually comes to mind to help you set a budget and start to make plans. But as simple as it seems, a single accurate answer can not be provided due to the fact that there are several variables that can play a key role in influencing the price of a single story house extension. These variables includes the size, location, design or specification as well as the build route. In this guide, we’ll provide you with a rough estimate that you can work with to put you on the right path.

The main determinant of the cost of a single storey extension is the size of the build, while the next most relevant factor is the quality of the finish you opt for. For a small extension, you can expect to spend a sum within the range of £14,000 to £17,000. Meanwhile for a larger single storey extension, if you opt for a large wrap around the extension with a great amount of glass to be incorporated in both the walls and roof, you can expect to pay a sum within the range of £80,000 to £120,000.

Overall, the average cost of a single story house extension is usually within the range of £34,000 to £37,000. For this price, you should get a standard sized rear or side extension which also includes the cost of a kitchen - it’s the most commonly use for a single story extension especially in the UK.

There are some additional costs you may also need to factor in to your extension budget. These includes surveys, architect fees, planning application fee (if needed), insurance and Party Wall Agreement (if needed).

can i build a room in my garden?

The short and simple answer to this question is yes, you can build a room in your garden. In fact, if you want an additional space for a living room, dining room, games room, study room or perhaps you want something as cool as a pool house, then looking at your garden for a solution may just be the perfect answer to your need for an extra outdoor living space.

Outbuildings such as garden rooms do not usually require planning permission as they’re usually covered by the permitted development. As a result, making it even a lot more attractive to homeowners who would not like to pass through the stress involved or pay the money required to submit an application for planning permission. However, if you need your garden room to be covered by permitted development ( if it’s not a listed building or in a designated area), you must follow these guidelines:

✓ The garden room shouldn’t be in front of your home or property.

✓ The total area of your extensions, sheds and outbuildings ( which includes your garden room), must not go beyond 50 percent of the total land area surrounding your property.

✓ It must be a single storey that’s less than 3 metres high ( 4 metres for a dual pitched roof). And it must not go beyond 2.5 metres in height if the structure is within 2 metres of your boundary.

✓ The eaves must not go beyond 2.5 metres above ground level.

✓ It must not feature a balcony, veranda or any raised platform

✓ It must not be a self contained living accommodation.

The position of your garden room will be partly determined by the space available in your garden. If you need it to link it to your utilities then positioning it a bit close to your main house would be a cost effective choice unless you’re using off grid sources of power, heat as well as water.

how to insulate a loft?

Do you know about 25 percent of heat that escapes from an uninsulated house are lost through the roof? Fortunately, roof insulation is something that can done by all DIYers irrespective of their experience levels. However, if you happen to lack the confidence necessary to pull off this, then it’s strongly recommended that you hire the services of a professional who can guarantee the best results and also save you time and money that could arise from potential cost mistakes. Let’s take a look!

  • Clear out all clutter. This involves taking out all the rubbish and clutter from the loft. In order to work effectively, you’ll need a totally clear and empty loft space.
  • Ensure that there’s sufficient insulation. The importance of a good ventilation cannot be overstated. Poor ventilation will result in forming of condensation and this condensation can make the roof timbers rot and compromise the structural integrity of the entire roof. If there are no roof windows which is the easiest way to provide a loft ventilation, the next best option would be to follow the loft floor along to the point where the roof comes down to meet it. There should be a gap at this point, also referred to as the eaves, between the outside wall and the underside of the roof.
  • Measure your loft area. Take a measurement of the loft space in order to calculate the amount of insulation as well as the type you need. If you’re not sure, always get more that it’s required as skimming on the amount you use will only back fire in form of increased energy costs
  • Check for water pipes.

 

To get started, simply make sure all cracks and gaps in the ceiling are filled using a standard filler or decorator caulk. Once done, clean the gaps in the joists and even to the point of hovering all the dust up. Finally,check for the hazards that can cause you problems before laying the loft insulation.

Is a basement conversion worth it?

Whether a basement is worth converting depends on your location and how much work it requires.

A basement conversion can be a great way to add space to your home, and can raise your property value. However, it can also be one of the most expensive ways to do this, so if there’s a possibility to extend your property, or convert a loft or garage, it’s worth considering this first.

You should also compare how much your basement conversion will cost with the amount it could raise your property value by. In some areas, a quality basement conversion could earn you money in the long run, but in others it’ll only cost you. If you’re planning on staying in your property for a long time this might not matter to you, but if it’s not your forever home then it’s an important thing to think about.

how to repair a pothole in gravel driveways?

How To Repair A Pothole In Gravel Driveways

When the integrity of your gravel driveway is impaired not only does it have a negative impact on the curb appeal of your property, but also makes your driveway a danger zone. If your driveway needs to be repaired, you’d simply have to grab the bull by the horn and get it done - the sooner, the better to avoid the problem getting worse and to have your beautiful gravel driveway back as soon as possible.

The major cause of potholes in driveways is usually water, when it gets trapped beneath the surface of the driveway. Therefore, you may also want to enhance the drainage in the area as part of your repair. The repair process is quite simple for confident do-it-yourselfers, but if otherwise, then calling in a reliable professional will save you some time and extra money that can result from possible errors. So how do you repair gravel driveway potholes?

✓ Prepare the area. This involves removing all forms of debris from the pothole. To achieve this, you can rake, shovel or brush the loose stones, soil and other debris from the pothole.

✓ Fill the pot hole. Make use of a coarse gravel to fill up the pothole to a depth of about 3 inches beneath the driveway’s level. Upon the filling, simply tamp down the coarse gravel using a commercial tamper or any available homemade option. Once done, the final 3 inches to the surface of the gravel driveway should then be filled up with gravel which perfectly matches the colour and texture of the remaining driveway.

✓ Compact the patch. To achieve this in an easy and fast way, simply run your car’s wheel up and down over the repaired spot gently a couple of times. This will be enough to compact the patch and seal the pothole.

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.

are house extensions worth it?

Often referred to by many as the holy grail of home improvements, house extension comes with a wide range of benefits which makes it easy to see why the extension could be a great uptick in the potential price of your property in terms of sales. So if you’re looking to build a new home extension but still not convinced about the project, we’re here to help you. Being fully aware any home construction work is usually a heavy investment, there’s a huge need to be set on your decision before scheduling the commencement of any work. So are house extensions worth it? Below are some of the top benefits offered by house extensions to help you decide if it’s the most suitable route for you.

• Add To Your Home’s Value

Building an home extension is a great way to add value to your home before selling. Increasing the living space of your home is an incredible appeal to many buyers which significantly increases your property’s total value. However, you must ensure that the extension is impressively designed using top quality materials in order to generate more value.

• Good Alternative To House Moving

The most common reason for moving is usually due to a lack of sufficient space, but with house prices steadily on the increase a cost effective alternative is highly sought after. This alternative is house extension which creates more space for the household to spread out and have more privacy.

• You May Not Require A Planning Permission

You can extend your house and still not need to apply for a planning permission. To achieve this, simply comply with the laid down rules set under the permitted development rights.

• Extra Living Space

If you fill you’re starting to outgrow your existing structure and do not buy into the idea of moving, then your best bet might just be to extend your home.

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