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Newport drives and patios

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Hello, my name is Jerry. I own a company Newport drives and patios been doing this 10 years now installing block paving ta...
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Thc roofing construction

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THC roofing construction is a qualified experienced roofing company, that offers free no obligation quotes and guarantees ...
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The Home & Lifestyle Network

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Our friendly team can help explain our insulation systems for either your conservatory roof or main property roof. We ...
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J & D Home Improvements

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Hi at j&D home improvements we take pride in our work to make satisfied customers All work in fully guaranteed Ful...
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CHS Landscapes

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CHS Landscapes cover Dorset, Wiltshire and Hampshire and provide professional landscaping services to both domestic and co...
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Eliot Welsh Building Services

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I have over 24 years of experience in the trade . I am fully insured and although I have never had to use it , it is there...

Recent Builder Enquiries

02 Apr

House Extensions

Castle Cary - BA7

Enquiry from: Gavin U

Start Date: Immediate

customer in the castle cary area made an enquiry a couple of projects including house extension.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you th...

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30 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Castle Cary - BA7

Enquiry from: Gavin U

Start Date: Immediate

we’re looking for estimates for a velux conversion. the job would need a new independent floor putting in and the current truss cross pieces being removed to free up the space. we’d be after 3 x v...

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23 Sep

House Extensions

Castle Cary - BA7

Enquiry from: Alastair M

Start Date: Immediate

2 storey extension to 2 bed stone cottage to provide large kitchen/diner and 2 additional bedrooms (1 en suit). Planning permission granted and building reg plans currently in hand.

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24 Nov

Conversion | Basement

Castle Cary - BA7

Enquiry from: G P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

We want to convert a basement area of approx. 28 sqm into a workshop and indoor shed. The height is approximately 8` and the existing base is compacted clay/soil. Time scale: 1-3 months Please cal...

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17 May

House Extensions

Castle Cary - BA7

Enquiry from: Victoria S

Start Date: 3+ months

Side /rear extension Homeowner Please contact to appoint

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17 May

Conversion | Loft

Castle Cary - BA7

Enquiry from: Victoria S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

quotes for a loft conversion Homeowner Please contact to appoint

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05 Jan

Insulation | External Wall

Yeovil - BA21

Enquiry from: Natasha W

Start Date: Immediate

wall insulation in extention

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25 Nov

Building work | Wall Cladding

Yeovil - BA22

Enquiry from: Warren B

Start Date: Immediate

External wall insulation Lead

remove and replace loose rendering on gable end. 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 t...

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08 Jul

Conversion | Loft

Yeovil - BA21

Enquiry from: Sirajul Liton K

Start Date: Immediate

Customer in Yeovil area made an enquiry for Loft Conversion online. Confirmed via phone at 13:23 Please call to arrange an appointment to discuss options

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26 May

Conversion | Loft

Martock - TA12

Enquiry from: John W

Start Date: Immediate

I hope this message finds you well. My name is John Westlake and I have 25-plus years of experience in the Construction, Groundworks, and Drainage Industry. I have now decided to branch of...

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22 Mar

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Gillingham - SP8

Enquiry from: Ian B

Start Date: Immediate

Update current insulation on 4 bedroom detached house with any remedial work

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03 Feb

Insulation | External Wall

Bruton - BA10

Enquiry from: Robyn B

Start Date: Immediate

Insulation of a conservatory roof (already insulatedand converted into a kitchen, so would be adding to internal insulation with addition of plasterboard or similar)

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02 Dec

Conversion | Loft

Somerton - TA11

Enquiry from: Lauren F

Start Date: Immediate

Hi there, we are currently in the process of buying a house, hoping to complete before Christmas. We are looking at putting a ground floor extension off of the current dining room/kitchen would be loo...

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11 Oct

Conversion | Loft

Sturminster Newton - DT10

Enquiry from: Richard P

Start Date: Immediate

Conversion of loft to create double bedroom and an ensuite shower/toilet. To be accessed by installing a staircase to match the existing one. Loft has trussed rafters unfortunately. Two or three ...

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27 Sep

Conversion | Loft

Sherborne - DT9

Enquiry from: Richard S

Start Date: Immediate

I have a converted loft with building regs approval, but would like to add a Dormer.

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28 Jul

Insulation | External Wall

Sherborne - DT9

Enquiry from: Stuart C

Start Date: Immediate

I have a 4 bed property just outside Sherborne which I am looking to install external insulation and I need a design for the system. Is this something you could carry out?

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14 Dec

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Yeovil - BA22

Enquiry from: Rob P

Start Date: Immediate

We have a large 5 bed bungalow from 1950s but with extensions in 1990s inc a garage conversion. All walls Appear cavity filled (some post build but all at least 20 - 30 years ago) so interested in a ...

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02 Dec

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Templecombe - BA8

Enquiry from: Steve W

Start Date: Immediate

we need a review of our loft insulation to see if improvements need to be made. please let me have a written estimate of costs to carry out the improvement to include all materials. are you the prop...

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03 Jul

House Extensions | Single Storey

Somerton - TA11

Enquiry from: Zoe C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

side extension for a lounge / kitchen to create a granny annexe. would also like a joint porch on the front to encompass both front doors to main house and annexe. the border edge is angled from 3.5m ...

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12 Jun

Conversion | Loft

Sherborne - DT9

Enquiry from: Nicholas S

Start Date: Immediate

loft ladder, install board floor to loft and light

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How much do Builder services cost?

How much do Builders cost? Prices for Builders in 2025 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 Castle Cary is:

£23,623

Builder job Builder cost in 2025
Garage conversion in Castle Cary £4,500-£6,900
Loft conversion in Castle Cary £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Castle Cary £42,000-£68,000
Loft insulation in Castle Cary £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Castle Cary £3,063-£5,013
Barn conversions in Castle Cary £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Castle Cary £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Castle Cary £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Castle Cary £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Castle Cary £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Castle Cary £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Castle Cary £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Castle Cary £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Castle Cary £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Castle Cary £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Castle Cary £638-£978
Residential new builds in Castle Cary £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Castle Cary £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Castle Cary £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Castle Cary £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Castle Cary £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Castle Cary £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Castle Cary £1,520-£4,830
Roof room in Castle Cary £9,000-£15,500
Shop refurbishment in Castle Cary £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Castle Cary £23,200-£34,800
Soundproofing in Castle Cary £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Castle Cary £1,520-£2,280
Garden room in Castle Cary £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Castle Cary £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

What qualifications should a builder have?

Some individuals who have been in the construction department for many years may not be qualified, that is, they may not have undergone an apprenticeship and/or trade certificate courses, but they might still be very skilled at their work. However, anybody can pick up a sledgehammer and demand themselves a builder lacking any skills or training. The wise thing would be to ask the builder coming to your house about what qualifications they have and what training they have undergone.

Licensing of building practitioners

You can now check if your builder or tradesperson is a licensed building practitioner by using an electronic public register which has a record of every registered builder. Being licensed provides you with an assurance that the builder who is about to do your work has proven his shill to the government and earned his right to be a practitioner. If you wish for certain important building and design work on your home it is imperative that you hire a licensed practitioner, the act is very common when you compare the scenario with when you have to call a plumber or an electrician regarding any work.

In order to become a builder in the UK, you must complete an apprenticeship or an NVQ. NVQ is another popular route to becoming a builder. You can also get your NVQ even when you are working as an apprentice. You can also make it based on any recognised overseas qualification.

All associates maintain a Code of Practice and Conduct which sets the standards for all stages of the building procedure. The Code requires builders to:

• Submit quotes on projects for which they have time.

• Securing the contract with a sufficient insurance cover.

• Maintain honesty and integrity at all times.

• Obey the law and industry standards of conduct.

All members of the construction association must also follow a code of conduct. As a consumer, if you think your builder has breached the Code of Conduct or the Code of Ethics, you can file a written against him or her.

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 to repair asphalt driveway depressions?

When your driveway is suffering from depression, it becomes unsafe for driving (a danger zone) and ugly - no homeowner wants that! Unfortunately, most driveways won’t hold flat for long as they tend to develop cracks and potholes pretty quickly. Here, we are going to take you through how to fill asphalt driveways’ depression so as to ensure the sinkholes in your driveway poses no threat to you or your loved ones, while also beautifying your property. The approach to be used depends on the intensity of the depression. If its only a few cracks and holes, this can easily be repaired with some equipment. But if otherwise is the case, then calling a reliable professional will be your best bet. In this article, we’ll show you how to repair dips in your asphalt driveway relatively quickly.

✓ Pick a date with warm and sunny weather. This is because if you work in a cold weather, chances are the materials will freeze and hence, unusable. So find a day when the temperature will over 50 degrees Fahrenheit and below 80 degrees Celsius and when there would be no rain. We’ll advise a day between May to October.

✓ Prepare the area. Remove all loose stones, soil, dirt as well as vegetation from the holes. Once done, you can then proceed to washing the area with a pressure washer or sweep with a broom.

✓ Apply a thin mixture of asphalt to the area. Use a flat stirring stick to coat the low driveway area with a thin mixture of asphalt.

✓ Tamp the asphalt repair mix. Purchase the right kind of asphalt to repair the driveway. Fine aggregate asphalt mixture is more suited to filling small holes, whereas the coarse aggregate is more suited to filling larger holes. Apply layers ( about 2 inches each time) of the asphalt repair mix to the sunken area and use a shovel to give it a smooth finish. Once done, simply make the area smooth and protect it with a piece of plywood. Do not walk or drive on the area for a couple of days.

What qualifications should a builder have?

Some individuals who have been in the construction department for many years may not be qualified, that is, they may not have undergone an apprenticeship and/or trade certificate courses, but they might still be very skilled at their work. However, anybody can pick up a sledgehammer and demand themselves a builder lacking any skills or training. The wise thing would be to ask the builder coming to your house about what qualifications they have and what training they have undergone.

Licensing of building practitioners

You can now check if your builder or tradesperson is a licensed building practitioner by using an electronic public register which has a record of every registered builder. Being licensed provides you with an assurance that the builder who is about to do your work has proven his shill to the government and earned his right to be a practitioner. If you wish for certain important building and design work on your home it is imperative that you hire a licensed practitioner, the act is very common when you compare the scenario with when you have to call a plumber or an electrician regarding any work.

In order to become a builder in the UK, you must complete an apprenticeship or an NVQ. NVQ is another popular route to becoming a builder. You can also get your NVQ even when you are working as an apprentice. You can also make it based on any recognised overseas qualification.

All associates maintain a Code of Practice and Conduct which sets the standards for all stages of the building procedure. The Code requires builders to:

• Submit quotes on projects for which they have time.

• Securing the contract with a sufficient insurance cover.

• Maintain honesty and integrity at all times.

• Obey the law and industry standards of conduct.

All members of the construction association must also follow a code of conduct. As a consumer, if you think your builder has breached the Code of Conduct or the Code of Ethics, you can file a written against him or her.

how does cavity wall insulation work?

In recent times, more and more home and property owners are starting to come to terms with the large returns and little investment in cavity wall insulation provides. For a relatively little amount you can achieve a lot, from an increase in your home’s energy efficiency and reduction in heating bills to a huge boost in your property’s resale value and lots more. This makes you wonder how an ordinary insulation can help you achieve so much, right? Well, you’re definitely not alone! Several other potential investors are also eager to know exactly how the cavity wall insulation works to deliver all these juicy benefits. In this post, we’re going to go provide you with a detailed insight on how cavity wall insulation works. Let’s take a look!

 

Typically, cavity wall insulation works as acting as a shield which prevents the escape of heat from your home. It features a reflective surface which serves as a barrier to reflect heat from one side of the panel, effectively minimizing the amount of heat conduction that escapes through. This protection of your home from heat penetration comes with a couple of benefits with the obvious one being an incredible thermal efficiency. An insulated home or property is able to maintain a much more balanced temperature throughout the year – staying a lot cooler during the summer months and retain the heat generated during the winter months. However, a less talked about benefit is the fact that when an insulation is done during the construction of a house, the whole development phase can be completed a lot quicker. This is mainly because insulation offers total protection against weather conditions which enables internal trades to continue without the need to wait for brickwork or cladding to be completed.

what is a garden room?

Over the years, garden rooms have gradually become a popular choice amongst homeowners as a cost effective way of expanding living space within a home or property. A garden room is basically a living space and a type of pavilion building made from wood that’s well insulated, double glazed as well as electrically wired. It’s however a building which is subsidiary to the main one, built with the purpose of creating an extra functional space within the property. These garden outbuildings are very functional and can be used as a garden studio, office, salon and much more. They can also be incorporated for recreational purposes for evening relaxations, family and friends get-together, lounge or even spa. Other possible uses of a garden room include gyms, pool houses, playrooms, dens, home cinemas and game rooms.

Garden rooms are functional living spaces that are usable throughout the year. And with the rate at which their popularity is growing, you’ll find some companies offering cheap and low quality alternatives featuring shed like construction and felt roof. Garden rooms, on the other hand, are a valuable investment with superior designs and top notch build. They’re constructed in a very similar way to houses with timber frames. Furthermore, they are fully insulated and can also include the normal building solutions such as heating and running water, electricity and many more depending on the requirements of the home or property owner. With the durability of garden rooms being a major objective, they’re typically clad in natural solid timber like Cedar, Larch or Acacia. Materials such as EPDM rubber or cedar shingles are normally used for the roof covering. What’s more? They usually have large expanses of glazing and glazed doors fitted.

how much value does a garage conversion add?

It’s a fact that a garage conversion can go a long way to add a resale value to a home or property. Therefore, in the event whereby your home already has parking facilities in place you can put into consideration converting your garage into a habitable space which will add to the sales price of the house by adding an extra room or increasing the floor space. So exactly how much does a garage conversion add to your home’s resale value?

Garage conversions can be seen as a cost effective means of adding more space to your house. However, not only does it add space, but can also add up to 20 percent to the value of your home. It’s also a way of adding an extra living space to your home that’s not under strict planning complication unlike the alternatives. Generally, if your garage happens to be connected to your house, the cost of converting it to another room should between £10,000 to £20,000. As a home owner, converting your garage into an extra room can help increase the value of your home by up to £45,000. And if you’re to comply with the set rules under permitted development rights, you may not even require to submit a planning application.

In the event whereby your garage is detached from your house or perhaps you live in a flat ( or maisonette) or a listed building , you’ll need to apply to the local authority before commencing your project. It’s always wise to check if there aren’t any planning conditions attached to your home or property.

how much are sharps fitted wardrobes?

If you’re planning to acquire Sharps fitted wardrobes, one of the first few things that comes to mind is the cost to make such an acquisition. Generally, prices of these items can vary significantly. However, you should note that the more affordable end of the spectrum is most likely going to be around £750 to £900 per lineal metre, while mid range Sharps fitted wardrobes are usually within the range of £1400 to about £1600 per lineal metre. And finally, the high end customized Sharps fitted wardrobe are possibly going to be within the range of £3000 to £3500 per lineal metre.

The price of the Sharps fitted wardrobes is mainly determined by the fitted wardrobe solution your opt for. So let’s look at the estimated price range of Sharps fitted wardrobes depending on the styles you want for your home or property.

✓ There are the stylish, mordern sliding doors Sharps fitted wardron=be with mirrors that’ll make your room feel a lot bigger. If the type you opt for possesses three sections, then you’ll should expect to pay a price within the range of £2800 to about £3600 to have it fitted depending on the size of the room as well as the chosen finishes.

✓ Handcrafted, bespoke fitted bedroom wardrobe. This will cost about £2500 to £2900 with simple design details but the price can increase with ornate features like mouldings etc.

✓ Large bedroom 3m 80ccm three sections six door. This normally features finishes on both the interior and exterior as well as hanging space for clothes. It’s usually around £4900 or more.

✓ Simple two section closet. The price of this fitted wardrobe is usually within the range of £3200 to about £3500, but it could also be more depending on the design details you wish to implement.

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