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Haas Home Extensions Group

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13 Sep

Building work | General

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Juliet T

Start Date: Immediate

Hello Some dark circles have developed on upstairs bedroom ceiling, in straght lines. Roofers say roof needs replacing, but I wanted to check they are not due to another reason eg condensation, inad...

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01 Sep

Building Work | Porch

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Jayne V

Start Date: Immediate

Small lean to conservatory porch to side of house within a budget 0f £4-£6k

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22 Dec

Insulation | Cavity Wall

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: MARTIN P

Start Date: Immediate

SOMEONE TO CHECK IF CAVITY WALL S HAVE BEEN FILLED WITH INSPECTION CAMERA AND TO WHAT DEGREE . rECTIFY IF REQUIRED

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16 May

Building work | Bricklaying

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: David W

Start Date: Immediate

widen driveway entrance by approx 12 feet/ 3.6m, and insert new driveway gate posts, and replace brick pillar top. 1. remove brick pillar 50cm (l) 50cm (w) 110cm (h) and brick wall 100cm (l) 25cm (w)...

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25 Jun

Building work | General

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Aaron H

Start Date: Immediate

A big skip to take mixed rubbish

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08 Jun

House Extensions | Single Storey

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Louise L

Start Date: Immediate

mrs requested quotes for single storey house extension from a builder around newmarket. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the info...

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08 Jun

House Extensions

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Louise L

Start Date: Immediate

ground floor extension with small garden room, wet room, and 2 small bedrooms. are you the property owner: relative of owner looking for: single storey extension do you have planning permission: yes d...

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18 Feb

Conversion | Loft

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Melanie L

Start Date: Immediate

a loft space converted into a room. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) are you looking to have stairs: yes do you require any windows: dormer, skylight, velux do you require plumbing...

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05 Jul

Conversion | Garage

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Charlie S

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garage conversion required to a living room, water and power already there. also looking to make a kitchen dinner so half and half(kitchen bit already partitioned off. will just need new base wall uni...

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29 Jun

House Extensions

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Susana B

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are you the property owner: owner have you considered getting your windows replaced to match a new conservatory: no other forms: house extension agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes pl...

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21 Jun

Conversion | Garage

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Charlie S

Start Date: Immediate

garage conversion required to a living room, water and power already there. also looking to make a kitchen dinner so half and half(kitchen bit already partitioned off. will just need new base wall uni...

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20 Mar

Bedroom | Fitted Wardrobe

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Pauline F

Start Date: Immediate

Wardrobes with opening doors ***g hinges doors approx each 440mm wide 4 mirrored door to clear bed. ceiling height 230mm length of wall 3360mm. Hanging space for 3m single height and 850mm full height...

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05 Mar

Conversion | Garage

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Julie F

Start Date: Immediate

garage conversion replace door with brickwork and double glazed wind and insulation may be needed Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you have a: Single Garage What will the space be ...

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09 Dec

Building Work | Porch

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Aaron J

Start Date: Immediate

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

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29 Sep

Conversion | Garage

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Olivia V

Start Date: Immediate

Extension over garage Do you require Plumbing Work: Yes Do you require Electrical Work: Yes Would you like the windows or installed: Yes Would you like someone to help with the design of your garage ...

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19 Sep

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Allan M

Start Date: Immediate

A further layer of loft insulation for 2-bed bungalow Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached How many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 Do you currently have loft insulation...

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04 Jun

Building work | General

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Dr P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

The front and ridge need re- thatching in the next 12-18 months

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10 May

House Extensions

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Brian H

Start Date: Immediate

Extension to existing building with flat reinforced roof to support terrace above

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15 Feb

House Extensions

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Kamil W

Start Date: Immediate

Two Storey extension, Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Looking For: Double storey extension Do you have planning permission: Yes Do you have plans drawn up: ...

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22 Jan

House Extensions

Newmarket - CB8

Enquiry from: Steve B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

replace lean to upvc porch 6ft x4ft Are you the property owner: Owner of the property What material are you looking for: uPVC What material would you like the roof made from: Tile What level of servi...

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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 Newmarket is:

£23,937

Builder job Builder cost in 2024
Garage conversion in Newmarket £9,750-£18,450
Loft conversion in Newmarket £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Newmarket £29,000-£62,667
Loft insulation in Newmarket £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Newmarket £2,625-£4,025
Barn conversions in Newmarket £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Newmarket £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Newmarket £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Newmarket £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Newmarket £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Newmarket £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Newmarket £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Newmarket £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Newmarket £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Newmarket £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Newmarket £638-£978
Residential new builds in Newmarket £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Newmarket £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Newmarket £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Newmarket £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Newmarket £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Newmarket £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Newmarket £2,440-£3,660
Roof room in Newmarket £15,000-£23,000
Shop refurbishment in Newmarket £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Newmarket £21,600-£37,400
Soundproofing in Newmarket £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Newmarket £910-£2,280
Garden room in Newmarket £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Newmarket £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

How to find a builder to refurbish my house?

After making the decision to refurbish your home or property, the next obvious step is finding the right builder to get the job done. The process of getting a good and reliable builder can be a very tricky one especially when you don’t plan ahead. And in truth, the outcome of your house refurbishment project can only be as good as the contractor your hire. Consequently, finding the perfect builder for your task should be a top priority to get the best return on investment. Here are a few sources that will put you in the right direction to finding a reliable home refurbishment company.

✓ Friends, Relatives & Neighbours

If you have a friend, relative or neighbour that have recently completed a home refurbishment project, you can go for a visit to check out the work done. If you’re pleased with the work, you can proceed to ask about the work ethics of the builder and get the contact if satisfied.

✓ Internet

With the rapid rise of online technology, there’s hardly a service you can’t find on the internet. Websites like HomeAdvisor have been helping people find their desired service providers with relative ease for so long. To get the right building contractor online, it’s advisable to check reviews as well as testimonials before moving forward. Nowadays, you’re most likely going to find so many positive online reviews as some businesses now go to the extent of dubiously writing good reviews for their companies. As a result, it’s recommended to pay closer attention to the negative reviews and check if it’s something you can cope with before hiring a contractor.

✓ Store Contact Lists

You’ll discover a long list of building contractors on several stores trading building materials. These builders may not be affiliated with the store owners, but many stores see it as their responsibility to point you in the right direction so that the building materials acquired from them can be put to good use.

Will my patio need a lot of maintenance?

Patios do not require lots of maintenance. They will only need occasional cleaning to make sure that the material keeps its original appearance. It's always best to clean your patio with a pressure washer and occasionally tap each slab or brick just to check the sand underneath hasn't washed away.

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.

Do I need planning permission for external wall insulation?

If you want to install an external wall, it is only wise to consider whether or not a planning permission is required in order to avoid a hefty fine. In a great kudos to the government and a welcome relief to home and property owners, the installation of external wall insulation is seen as an “improvement to the house and not an “extension or an “enlargement. Ultimately, this implies that external wall insulation fitting is to be done under permitted development and a planning application may not be required. However, like many other regulations, there are also exceptions to this rule and the main one is if the activity changes the appearance of your property. Properties such as a listed building having tighter regulations may pose some issues. As a result, we’d advise you to consult your local authority to ensure that there’s no fast rule to this topic before commencement of the external wall insulation project.

At the moment, according to the Government Building Regulations, the surface of the entire wall is to be improved to existing standards if the area to be insulated exceeds 25 percent of the wall. In normal situations this is usually the typical case, however to prevent avoidable fines and other possible punishments, it is always best to reach to your local authority and check out the rules guiding external wall insulation in your constituency. Furthermore, since external wall insulation is not a task that’s recommended to be done by yourself, you can also ask the professional external wall insulation fitting company for the applying rules before proceeding. As a good professional, the company should have a better knowledge of the rules and regulation guiding its activities.

How to get free external wall insulation?

This is a very great opportunity to not only get free external wall insulation, but also cut down your energy bills depending on the type of property you live in. Generally, to enjoy free external wall insulation you must at least be part of the group receiving one of the benefits listed below and also depends on the amount of money you earn. The benefits include:

• Income based jobseeker’s allowance (JSA)

• Income support

• Income-related employment and support allowance (ESA)

• Tax credits

• Pension credit guarantee credit.

• Universal credit.

There are also other important factors that determines if you can have a free insulation fitted on your property. These includes the place you reside, the carbon level of your home and according to some suppliers, the level of beneficial impact the insulation will have on your home. In order to have a free external wall insulation installed, you must either be the owner of your home or at least obtain the go ahead from your landlord before any external wall insulation activity can be made.

Good news is, if you fit the aforementioned criteria and you’ve already installed an external wall insulation, you just may be entitled to receive a refund for the good job done. However, to really find out if you’re eligible, we’d recommend you get in touch with your supplier directly. Also, the Energy Saving Trust (EST) can direct you to some organizations who can assist you in the determination of your eligibility.

As a home and property owner living in England, you can also check out the Each Home Counts Advice Website which is committed to giving impartial energy efficiency advice.

At the end of the day, if it turns out you happen to be ineligible for a free external wall insulation, you can still go ahead to contact a professional installer for a help at a competitive price to enjoy the several benefits that comes with home insulation.

how much is a porch?

If you’ve decided to construct a porch to your property and now looking to figure out the cost required to complete the project, then you’re at the right place!

There are many factors that comes to play when determining the price of building a porch. These factors includes the size of the porch, the number of windows, the style of the roof as well as the type of the porch selected. Now let’s take a look at these factors one after the other.

• The Porch’s Size

As you would have correctly imagined, a large porch will definitely cost more money than a smaller one. A rough estimate of a porch’s cost per square metre is approximately £1,400.

• The Number Of Windows

Just like in the scenario above, the more the number of windows to be incorporated, the more money you’ll have to pay to complete your porch. A porch window will generally cost you within a range of £300 to £1,000

• The Style Of The Roof

There are two popular styles of porch’s roof which includes a tiled rood and a rubber flat roof. Generally, roof tiles are costlier than a rubber flat roof. A tiled roof would cost you between £0.80 to £1.80 per roof tile, while a rubber roofing will cost your between £70 to £90 per metre squared.

• Type Of The Porch

Another huge determinant of a porch’s price is type of material incorporated. For instance, if your preferred type is a lean-to, the price of a uPVC would be between £2,300 to £2,700. Meanwhile, a flat gable roof porch should cost within a range of £3,300 to £3,800.

Kindly note that the costs quoted in this article are only rough estimates, for a more accurate estimate you can contact a porch building professional within your local area.

how to render a wall?

Wall rendering is basically a process which involves the application of sand, cement or polymer covering to a home’s exterior in such a way that enhances its look while also offering an improved stability. The process is a perfect solution for several exterior concerns mainly due to the support its able to provide. It’s highly beneficial for older homes whose walls may suffer from poor quality because of wear over time, while it’s also greatly advantageous for newer homes as it increases their stability while also enhancing their visual appeal.

Knowing how to apply render is a great skill to have with your home’s upkeep in mind. The project can be done quite easily by any competent and confident DIYer. However if you lack any of those attributes, then we’d recommend you get in touch with a reliable professional for help. In this article, we’ll take you through the wall rendering process.

✓ Prepare the walls. This involves examining the wall, repairing any structural defects as well as stabilizing any movements to prevent the render finish from failing.

✓ External details. This includes the removal of bargeboards, rainwater, soil pipes, alarm boxes and all other external details.

✓ Insulation. In the event whereby external wall insulation is to be fitted, this is the stage to do so.

✓ Developing a foundation for the render to fix to. Apply a render mesh over the insulation, bedded into the first base coat layer of render.

✓ Building up the render.

✓ Render finishes. There are a wide range of colour options as well as various finishes available from very smooth to textured. However, you should note that thin coat render systems are usually designed to be self coloured.

✓ Final finishes. This involves the re-application of the external rainwater, soil pipes and the other external details.

can a mortgage include renovation costs?

It can be very hurtful when you’re looking to get a house and then identifies one that’s almost perfect, but that one thing that’s lacking is significant enough to prevent you from making an offer. For instance, you may like neighbourhood, the lot’s size, the number of bedroom and lots more. However, the only thing that’s holding you from making an offer is the outdated kitchen. This is the point where you wonder whether a mortgage can include the cost of renovation. In this article, we’re going to give you a good insight into this and more. Let’s have a look!

One of the major things your lender will put into consideration when you apply for a mortgage is the price of the property in question. For instance, so you’ve found your “almost perfect home for let’s say £400,000 and the cost of your intended renovation work runs up to about £150,000. In this event, you’re definitely going to find lenders who wouldn’t be too keen to let go of their cash. And that’s mainly due to the fact that lenders are only able to afford you, at best, 95 percent of the purchasing price. In other words, if you really want the house, you’ll have to finance it yourself no matter how much potential you think the house possesses.

This, however, does not mean that you can’t find some mortgage lenders who’ll allow for building costs. They exist, but this will mostly take place when the work is complete and the property is revalued. You may also be lucky enough to get a purchase plus improvements mortgage which allows you to renovate now and pay off the renovations over time at a better interest rate than other loan types.

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