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Central driveways

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07 Nov

Building work | General

Bristol - BS5

Enquiry from: Jane B

Start Date: Immediate

Hello, The floor joists under the bath are rotting away and I don't want the bath coming through the kitchen ceiling - they need replacing i think. The bath is set against a skirting board and I think...

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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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Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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

Enquiry from: Helen P

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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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Opportunity for tender in the Bristol and surrounding areas. Grab hire, aggregate supply, skip hire ect... If you could get in touch with me I want to sort out rates.

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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

Enquiry from: Andrew M

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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

Enquiry from: Ryan G

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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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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

do i need planning permission for a loft room?

Do I Need Planning Permission For A Loft Room?

The answer to this question is maybe. Generally, loft rooms are covered under “Permitted Development which means you won’t need to apply for a planning permission to build a loft room. This is like an advance planning permission provided by local authorities to allow some particular building works to be done such as loft conversions, rear extensions and more. When you’re covered by a “Permitted Development, you’re given the free range to oversee your home’s development without much interference from the regulations or the council. However, for permitted development to apply, there are some specific criteria that must be met. Therefore, if your loft room does not meet the following requirements given below, then you must complete a planning application before proceeding.

• In a terraced house, the converted loft space must not be more than 40 cubic metres.

• In a detached building or semi detached house, the converted loft space must not be more than 50 cubic metres.

• The existing roof slope at the front of the house must cover the extension made.

• The extension should not increase the height of the roof in any way.

• Verandas, balconies and any other structures of this nature must not be included in the extension’s plan.

• The side facing window openings should be at a minimum of 1.7 metres above the ground. The windows must be obscured as well.

• The roof extension should be set back as far as practically possible. It should be at a minimum of 20cm from the current eaves.

• The roof extension should not overhang the house’s roof or it’s wall.

• The materials to be incorporated must be the same or at least similar to what you already have on the house’s exterior.

how to underpin a house

The importance of underpinning a house cannot be overemphasized. Firstly, what is underpinning? Well, underpinning is simply the act of reinforcing, repairing, strengthening or improving the depth of an existing foundation by lowering the footing to ensure that it rests more on more reliable and supportive soil. Not only does this method help to strengthen your building and preserve its structural integrity, but it also does increase your property’s value and gives you peace of mind knowing your property is safe. If you’re thinking about underpinning your house, you have two options – do it yourself or call in a reputable structural engineer. The latter is more advisable as the method involves a lot of specialized knowledge, skills and tools to guarantee a successful outcome. In this post, we’re going to take you through the process involved in underpinning a house. Let’s take a look!

To get started, you should know that concrete underpinning features excavating pier footings around the building at about 2 to 3 metres distance between each other. In some cases, underpins can be installed from within the house. The footings of the underpin should go very deep into the underlying soil in such a way that fully supports the weight of the building or structure. Once done, now proceed to attaching the new footing to the building. You can achieve this by excavating underneath the existing footing to make for a stronger prop. Individual prop and pier arrangement is then strengthened using strong steel bars. Once completed, the concrete is then poured.

A professional underpinning contractor will make sure there’s sufficient space left between the existing footings and the new underpins as this space will ensure that the new underpins can be easily used to jack up the house and level it once the poured concrete cures.

How to plasterboard a wall?

How To Plasterboard A Wall

If you’re looking to plasterboard your wall, one of the essential things to have in mind is that the plasterboard must be hung horizontally and not vertically. Due to the way they’re manufactured, plasterboard sheets normally possess a “grain along the length. This implies that, it’s only when they’re firmly placed perpendicular against the wall that they’re able to achieve their maximum strength. Materials you’ll need to complete this task includes: Tape measure, stanley knife, pencil, spirit level, drill driver or screw gun, surform, drywall screws and handsaw. Now let’s have a look at the wall plasterboarding steps!

• To plasterboard a wall the first step to take is to place each board in such a way to make the edges the centre of the noggins and upright. Also, the the adjoining walls and door openings should fit closely to the edges.

• Work from the door opening to the ending wall. From the the stud’s edge to the noggin’s centre, use your tape measure to measure a cut board and as a rule to mark up.

• Place your spirit level on the marks and use the Stanley knife to run a line along the intended cut. Once done, turn the board on its edge and give a sharp push on the back to split.

• Cut the paper left with the knife after folding the split edge back on itself. This way, you should get a nice and clean edge.

• In its right position, place the board up against the studwork. Install the screws on the board’s edges where a noggin or upright can be seen.

• Mark lines down across the board at the stud’s centre.

• Cut the end boards to length.

• Install the remaining boards as mentioned above. While doing this, make sure the factory edges are together.

• Cut any board extending into an opening and finish the edges using a surform.

We’d recommend you hire the professional services of a plasterer for the best results especially if you lack the necessary training or experience. Plasterboarding a wall can be a tricky challenge and you’d save yourself some time, money and effort by getting it right on the first trial.

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 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 much do bricklayers charge?

Do you want your house to be built using brick? Or perhaps you just require the professional services of a bricklayer. Regardless of your bricklaying needs, the cost charged depends on each job as every job is unique. Bricklayers generally look at each task individually and charges based on the complexity of each. We’ve put together this guide to give you an idea of the costs charged by bricklayers. Let’s have a look!

Generally, bricklayers charge either based on a daily rate or a fixed price for a particular amount of bricks ( usually a thousand bricks or 10 - 12 metres square). On the average, an experienced bricklayer can charge within a range of £150 to £200 daily rate and if a labour is needed for the job, an additional £60 to £100 may be included to get the job completed in a quick and fast manner. If the quoting is done based on the number of bricks to be incorporated, then a thousand bricks will be quoted in between £350 to £450 which should be completed in a couple of days.

You should however take note that most times, the bricklayer’s cost will depend on the amount of work involved in the project. As a result, a more tedious and challenging project will most definitely cost more than a simpler one. Examples of some difficult projects that’s likely to cost more are hard to reach areas, difficult sites as well as second storeys which are considered to be more challenging than single storey buildings. What’s more? The complexity of the project is also a great cost factor. While some projects are basically direct and straightforward, others involve curves and more complex designs which will ultimately make the cost jump up.

how much does a garden room cost?

Adding a garden room to your property is a great way of creating an additional space within your home without having to invest heavily in large house extension projects. And not only does it expand your living space, but it’s also a way to add good value to your home or property. With the various benefits offered by a garden room, most individuals are usually surprised with just how affordable the living space can be. However, just like any other home improvement, the price of a garden room is influenced by a wide range of factors. These factors include the design you opt for whether standard or customized, the size of the garden room, the materials used, the number of fixtures and fittings you want as well as any other special design feature you require.

Asides from the money needed to put up the structure, there are also some common extra cost that’ll also be expended for both the interior and exterior of the living space. For instance, there are some furnitures and fittings that you’d like to put in your garden room and these will also form part of the overall cost. There’s also the electrical connections cost and this will vary depending on the distance of your room, the cables to be used as well as your electrician. For this part, you can expect to spend anything within the range of £850 to £1200 and since it’ll be used all year long, it’ll also require appliances for heating, insulation, electricity and ventilation.

Generally, the overall cost you should be expecting to pay for a modular build garden room will range between £10,000 to £40,000.

How to put up plasterboard?

How To Put Up Plasterboard

Putting up a plasterboard is a vital process when it comes to home renovations. However as daunting as it may seem, with a good guide and regular practice you can master the skill within a small period of time. If you lack proper training and experience, we’d recommend you hire a seasoned professional plasterer for help so as to get the best result and also avoid additional costs due to possible damages.

Putting up plasterboard is way quicker than wet plastering and also significantly reduces the drying time that can slow down your renovation plans. With a plasterboard, you can delve straight into the decorating stage and achieve a smooth finish. Below are the steps required to put up a plasterboard.

• The first step is cutting the plasterboard to shape which be one of the most challenging parts of the process. This is because you’ll need to fit the board around things such as plug sockets and window sills. As a result, this involves cutting complex shapes rather than just a simple straight line. To get this done, simply mark out the cut required with the use of a tape measure, combination square and spirit level for a better precision. Once done, you can then use a plasterboard pad saw to cut along the marked spots.

• After you made the required cuts, the next step is putting up the plasterboard. And depending on where the boards are going to be put, this could be a very challenging task. If you’re going to put the boards on the ceiling or somewhere very high up, you’d probably need an extra pair of hands for help. To get this done, use the appropriate screws to secure the boards in place if you’re installing them directly on studs. However, if you’d be fixing them onto bricks or blocks, a drywall adhesive is your best bet.

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