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Recent Builder Enquiries

08 Jan

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Gary G

Start Date: Immediate

customer in the grangemouth area made an enquiry a couple of projects including cavity wall insulation.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are...

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08 Jan

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Gary G

Start Date: Immediate

spray foam loft installation quotation. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 do you currently have loft insulationn: yes do...

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06 Apr

Conversion | Loft

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: David J

Start Date: Immediate

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached What are you looking to convert the space into: Living space Are you looking to have stairs: Yes Do you require any windows: ...

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14 Jan

Driveway Repair

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Chris K

Start Date: Less than one month

We are helping a local primary school (Comely Bank, Falkirk) to create wildlife habitats in their school playground. I need to get a quote for breaking and removing 3 areas of existing tarmac. Each ar...

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14 Jan

Building work | Sound Proofing

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Chris K

Start Date: Immediate

We are helping a local primary school (Comely Bank, Falkirk) to create wildlife habitats in their school playground. I need to get a quote for breaking and removing 3 areas of existing tarmac. Each ...

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26 Nov

Conversion | Loft

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Kathryn R

Start Date: Immediate

I AM LOOKING FOR AN ESTIMATEOF INSTALLING 2 DORMER WINDOWS ( 1 FRONT, 1 BACK) IN A PROPERTY I AM LOOKING TO BUY. Property Type: Semi detached What are you looking to convert the space into: Bedroom/s...

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15 Oct

Insulation | External Wall

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Jacqueline J

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Cavity wall insulation Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace How many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 Bedrooms Property Age: 1930-70 Time scale: 1-3 months Please call to ...

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15 Oct

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Jacqueline J

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace How many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 Bedrooms Property Age: 1930-70 Interested in quote for cavity wall and loft insulation: Cav...

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26 Feb

Building work | Wall Rendering

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Leah B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Rerender walls Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached How many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 Bedrooms How many walls are you looking to have rendered: 3 Time scale:...

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15 Nov

Conversion | Loft

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Eugen S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Loft conversion to one bedroom + en-suite, no changes in roof structure.

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19 Sep

Conversion | Loft

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: JOHN T

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myloftconversionprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Property owner: Owner, Looking to convert into: Bedroom, Work description: stair case i...

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09 May

Conversion | Loft

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Martin J

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myloftconversionprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Property owner: Owner, Looking to convert into: Bedroom, Work description: Stair case would n...

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24 Oct

Conversion | Loft

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Allan T

Start Date: Immediate

Property type: Other, Property owner: Tenant (with permission), Looking to convert into: Bedroom, Work description: For my grandson

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15 Jul

House Extensions

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Susan T

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Extend from kitchen into garden. Remove existing external wall to create open plan kitchen/living area. Foundations and total build would need to be cone. Are you the property owner: Owner of t...

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07 Mar

Building work | General

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Marina M

Start Date: Immediate

At centre chimney, re-rough cast chimney head, patch a repair at the chimney cope, re-haunch pots at cope. At gable end chimney, which is cracked 2/3rds of the way up the length of the stack, take it...

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17 Feb

Building work | General

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Ian E

Start Date: Immediate

Home Owner Property type: Flat, apartment, Job type: Drain &; Sewer Clearance, Work description: Installing new waste pipe Please Call to Appoint

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13 Feb

House Extensions

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Gary R

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Relative of Owner Ground floor extension to include bedroom and en-suite shower room. Opening of existing window to doorway from house to extension Property Type: Semi de...

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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 Grangemouth is:

£23,840

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

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Builder FAQs

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 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.

how to refurbish your house?

If you’re thinking about refurbishing your house or property but don’t know how to go about it, then you’ve come to the right place. In truth, not every home refurbishment works goes in exactly the same order, however it’ll do you some good to abide by a specific plan in order to avoid both unnecessary works as well as expenses. For instance, how would it feel if you have already closed walls and paint only to realize that there’s a need to include a new plumbing stack that has to go behind the wall? Not good, right? Well, this guide is designed to help you avoid such frustrating situations. Let’s have a look!

✓ Establish a plan. This involves carrying out a good assessment of what you’d like to refurbish and set the priorities like deciding where to start and making sure you have both the time and budget to complete the project.

✓ Set a budget. Establish a final amount that’ll be the threshold to your spending. It’s always good to add an additional 10% to 15% to cover unexpected costs.

✓ Hire a contractor. Carry out a research, reach out to many contractors, compare their prices, work quality as well as integrity before hiring.

✓ Talk to your insurance company. Find out if you have the amount of coverage that suits your needs from your insurance company before and after your project.

✓ Secure permits and order materials. Make sure you check with the latest regulations before commencement. Once done, you can start ordering the required materials.

✓ Start demolition. This is optional as it only applies if space is being added.

✓ Work behind the walls. This include doing all the works necessary behind the walls like plumbing, electrical, heating etc.

✓ Paint and install flooring

✓ Fit in the cabinetry

✓ Add finishing touches. This includes the last details and decorations.

how to repair a paved driveway?

Generally, a paved driveway is always subjected to regular usage and yours isn’t likely to be an exception, otherwise you won’t be here. Regular usage automatically necessitates regular maintenance of the driveway in order to extend its lifespan, make your property safer and add more value to it. This maintenance will involve a frequent inspection of the paved driveway so as to identify and repair divots, cracks as well as rutting. Paved driveways usually have a lifespan ranging between 15 to 20 years, but this can only be guaranteed when backed by regular maintenance activities. Failure to provide your paved driveway with a regular maintenance will lead to a rapid deterioration within just a couple of years after installation.

The issues commonly faced by paved driveways is usually different based on several factors such as the weather, your location, your property’s sub base as well as some other elements. The ability to identify the problems and solve or repair them on time is key to success while it’s also save you some time and money. In this article we’re going to look at how to go about do-it-yourself tasks that involves minor cracks. More intense damages are advised to be handled only by professionals.

✓ Prepare the area. Clear the debris, weed the plants or vegetation (if any).

✓ Use a strong spray from a garden hose to wash clean the cracks

✓ In the event whereby the crack is deep, simply fill it until it reach about a quarter inch of the surface with sand.

✓ Tamp down the sand to make it more compact.

✓ Apply a patching compound to the surface of the cracked paved driveway.

✓ Leave it for some time to cure.

✓ Once cured, you can then apply your sealant.

do you need planning permission for a porch?

There are so many benefits that comes with building a porch in your home premises. It’s an extra space where a lot can be achieved such as drying a dripping wet dog, taking off your dirty shoes or boot and lots more. So if you’re considering to construct a porch, it’s definitely going to be a wise decision. However, before you get started, there’s a need to determine if you’ll need planning permission for a porch. It’s important to take note that planning laws are dynamic and can be updated at any point, so be sure only to use trusted sources only as your guide. If you’re the homeowner or landlord, it’s entirely your responsibility to obtain the right approval for any development project you wish to carry out within your premises.

A Porch can not be termed as an extension and neither is it a conservatory, they’re basically built to the home’s front covering the main entrance using a stone base or a brick. As a result, a porch does not need planning permission due to the fact that it’s covered by the permitted development rights if the specific guidelines for porches are complied with. Below are the instances where you WILL need planning permission for a porch.

✓ If the floor space is more than 3sqm (the wall inclusive).

✓ The highest point has a height of more than 3 metres.

✓ If the porch is situated within 2 metres of a boundary directly facing on to the road.

You may need planning permission if the house is a listed building, designated area or falls under an Article 4 Direction.

In order to build a porch without planning permission, you need to consider all the criteria stated above. You can also visit the Planning Portal website to get more detailed information before getting started.

do i need building regs for a garage conversion?

Are you considering converting your garage into a more usable space in your home? If yes, then you’d probably want to know if you’ll require building regs before converting the garage. The answer to this question is yes. Although you may not require planning approval to convert your garage into a more usable space, but you’d usually need approval under the Building Regulations.

When re-structuring your garage into a habitable space, the following should be taken into consideration: structural alterations, ventilation, moisture proofing, insulation, fireproofing, escape routes as well as the submission of a building building notice or full plan application to the local council in order to inform them about the planned project.

• Walls

You’ll require an approval if you plan to infill the garage door with a window and a new wall. This is because the garage may have been built of a shallow slab which implies that a new foundation would be needed for the new wall construction.

• Floor

Even though there’s a high possibility that the garage floor is strong enough for domestic use since its designed to withstand the weight of vehicles, you may however need to upgrade to make sure it suitable for both thermal insulation and damp proofing. In addition, there may also be the need to to alter the floor level in such a way that it matches that of the remaining parts of the house.

• Ventilation

According to the Building Regulations requirements, there’s a need for adequate ventilation for each individual rooms which includes garage conversions for general health purposes. What’s going to determine the ventilation level that’ll be required is the frequency at which the room is used. Ventilation can be provided through purge or simply opening the window or via trickle ventilation.

Can builders work on a Sunday?

General construction work should be restricted to the following hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm. Saturdays 8am to 1pm. Most councils advice that noisy work is prohibited on Sundays and bank holidays but you should check with your local council to confirm this.

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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