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We are a small sized family run enterprise covering edinburgh , stirling . And surrounding areas - stonemasonry - tim...
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Jan Building Contractor

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Jan Building Contractor Ltd offers a complete property renovation and refurbishment service. We often play the role of a m...
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K&D joinery

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We’re just a small building firm with just 10 men We cover all areas from Glasgow. Edinburgh. Perth. Dundee Fife. Stirl...
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Premier Garage Conversions

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Thinking of converting your garage to something better? Choose Premier Garage Conversions! When it comes to garage conver...
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Hutchison garden services

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LG Joinery

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LG joinery undertake all aspects of Joinery work. From renovations or extensions, to hanging a door LG joinery will meet t...

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08 Apr

House Extensions

Salvesen Crescent - EH47

Enquiry from: Ajay K

Start Date: Immediate

customer in salvesen crescent area has requested that we arrange quotes for their house extension project.mr are considering various options and would like to discuss with a builder directly.please ca...

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09 Nov

Building work | General

Edinburgh - EH54

Enquiry from: Grant M

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customer in the edinburgh area made an enquiry a couple of projects including building maintenance.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you...

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02 Sep

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Uphall - EH52

Enquiry from: Cepta C

Start Date: Immediate

Foam insulation in the attic

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26 Aug

Insulation | HHCRO Free

Edinburgh - EH54

Enquiry from: Piotr R

Start Date: Immediate

the quote for external wall insullation

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12 Jul

Building Work | Porch

Uphall - EH52

Enquiry from: KAY G

Start Date: Immediate

would like repairs to replace rotten wood on front porch or if thats not possible then a new porch built preferably keeping the original brickwork at base. are you the property owner: owner of the pro...

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07 Jul

House Extensions | Single Storey

Boness - EH51

Enquiry from: Catherine T

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

extension to the rear of our house for a kitchen. planning permission has already been granted. wondering if a modular build would be possible? time scale: 1-3 months please call to appoint

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16 Jun

Building work | General

Linlithgow - EH49

Enquiry from: John M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made an online enquiry for building maintenance 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 prop...

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09 Jun

House Extensions

Salvesen Crescent - EH47

Enquiry from: Cindy H

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customer has a extensions & conversions project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for house extension. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a builder.confir...

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11 May

Building work | Refurbishment

Edinburgh - EH48

Enquiry from: Robert H

Start Date: Less than one month

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the work needed is as follows:- 1. remove area of plasterboard approximately 1.3 m x 1.3 m. 2. adjust washhand basin outlet to fit new basin. 3. replace insulation in wall space. 4. cut holes ...

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26 Apr

Conversion | Loft

Oakbank - EH53

Enquiry from: Laura H

Start Date: Immediate

Loft conversion to allow space for a treadmill/gym area

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20 Apr

House Extensions

Salvesen Crescent - EH47

Enquiry from: Cindy H

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customer made an enquiry for house extension and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a builder.ms lives in the salvesen crescent area and would like a call to discuss options.se...

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13 Apr

Building work | General

Linlithgow - EH49

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mr requested quotes for building maintenance from a builder around linlithgow. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information b...

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11 Mar

House Extensions

Edinburgh - EH54

Enquiry from: Gillian W

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

detached single garage converted to room with en-suite are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: semi detached looking for: single storey extension do you have planning permission: ...

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11 Mar

House Extensions | Single Storey

Edinburgh - EH54

Enquiry from: Gillian W

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in the edinburgh area made an enquiry a couple of projects including single storey house extension.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project...

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01 Mar

Building work | Wall Rendering

Edinburgh - EH48

Enquiry from: Kris H

Start Date: Immediate

render stairs going to garden approx 10m^2 are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 bedrooms how many walls are you looking to...

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22 Feb

Conversion | Loft

Edinburgh - EH54

Enquiry from: Kasi D

Start Date: Immediate

looking for quotation for garage conversion into bedroom and bathroom. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what are you looking to convert the space into: bedroo...

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18 Feb

Conversion | Garage

Edinburgh - EH54

Enquiry from: Kasi D

Start Date: Immediate

hi, i am looking for garage conversion into bed room and bathroom. please let us know about the cost for the conversion. are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have a: single garage...

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24 Jan

Building work | Sound Proofing

Edinburgh - EH54

Enquiry from: Susan D

Start Date: Immediate

we have 2 electric smoke detectors which don't meet changing fire regulations. we need these replaced and a heat detector installed

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06 Dec

Insulation | External Wall

South Queensferry - EH30

Enquiry from: Jean C

Start Date: Immediate

I am enquiring about conservatory rood insulation. Details below Roof type - polycarbonate Style Victorian Frame pvc

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25 Nov

Building work | Sound Proofing

Salvesen Crescent - EH47

Enquiry from: Derek M

Start Date: Immediate

soundproof livingroom and bedroom wall are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: terrace how many rooms are you looking to have sounds proofed: 2 rooms what level of service...

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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 West Lothian is:

£23,840

Builder job Builder cost in 2025
Garage conversion in West Lothian £4,500-£6,900
Loft conversion in West Lothian £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in West Lothian £42,000-£68,000
Loft insulation in West Lothian £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in West Lothian £2,625-£4,025
Barn conversions in West Lothian £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in West Lothian £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in West Lothian £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in West Lothian £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in West Lothian £400-£820
Commercial new builds in West Lothian £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in West Lothian £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in West Lothian £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in West Lothian £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in West Lothian £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in West Lothian £638-£978
Residential new builds in West Lothian £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in West Lothian £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in West Lothian £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in West Lothian £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in West Lothian £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in West Lothian £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in West Lothian £2,440-£3,660
Roof room in West Lothian £15,000-£23,000
Shop refurbishment in West Lothian £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in West Lothian £23,200-£34,800
Soundproofing in West Lothian £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in West Lothian £1,520-£2,280
Garden room in West Lothian £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in West Lothian £6,000-£15,000

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Builder FAQs

how much does a kitchen extension cost?

Being the most used room in a house, it’s little surprise kitchen extension are usually one of the most popular requests in the UK. They do not only open up a frequently used space in your home, but also goes a long way to add value to your property. However, to know the value that’ll added you must first determine the cost of building such an extension before moving forward. Generally, a typical kitchen extension will cost within the range of £20,000 to about £50,000 plus VAT, based on the size of your project as well as your location.

In reality, a single accurate cost of a kitchen extension will vary depending on a lot of influencing factors, one of which is the type of the extension. Let’s take a look!

✓ Rear extension. You may want to consider this type, if you do not have sufficient space for a side return. This will extend your kitchen into your garden which implies that you’re going to give up some green space to make this a reality. The average price to have this done in London will be about £30,000 or more including VAT, and about £20,000 plus VAT or more in other areas.

✓ Side return extension. This, normally, isn’t a huge add to your property, but will create a lot of space for your kitchen while also be a lot reasonable in terms of cost. This type will extend your home into an alleyway at the side of your property if any is available there. On average, the cost of the side return extension should be about £50,000 plus VAT in London and a lot less in the other regions.

can you render a house in winter?

Aside from the cold weather not being the most pleasant condition to work in, the winter weather can also cause a lot of problems for construction workers and even more so when you’re working with render. Poor weather conditions can generally cause a lot of harms on the final finish of a render. Below are some of the reasons why you should not consider rendering in a bad weather.

✓ Lime bloom. Render can be impacted by lime bloom as they are subjected to damp conditions and low temperatures while curing. This is due to the fact that cement are intolerant to slower drying conditions especially immediately affect its application.

✓ Top coats can be compromised. Coating are likely to get washed off before they’re even afforded the chance to set if drying conditions are low.

However, because its cold out there doesn’t necessarily imply that work must stop. It’s very possible to render during the winter months but to avoid potential pitfalls, we’ve got some tip that can be of great help. Let’s have a look!

✓ Check the weather forecast. Determine the drying and curing time and watch the forecast for the temperature dropping at night.

✓ Select the most suitable render. There are renders that are suitable for application in low temperatures to about 5℃ or even as low as 1℃. These types of render are fast setting which makes them perfect for the cold condition.

✓ Watch out for frost. Frost and render are enemies. Therefore, it won’t be wise to work with frosted materials, on frosted subtrates or apply below the recommended temperature that’s written on the product’s datasheet.

✓ Protect the finish. Make use of artificial enclosures around the scaffolding to battle adverse weather conditions.

How good is external wall insulation?

External Wall Insulation (EWI) is the act of insulating a home by fitting insulation to the exterior parts of the building which in turn improves thermal performance, cuts energy consumption ( savings on energy bill) and also adds to the home’s visual appeal. The systems are built in multiple layers, with the insulation board offering a plethora of options with each being suitable to varying projects and their needs. Installing an external wall insulation comes with a variety of benefits, let’s have a look!

• Thermal Performance Improvement

With EWI, the thermal inertia of the walls are greatly enhanced while also restricting the loss of heat. Ultimately, this lowers heating costs, enhances the comfort of indoor thermal and also reduces CO2 pollution.

• Eliminates Noise Pollution

When the noise levels are high, it can have a bad impact on our overall well being. A great way to reduce the disturbances from the outside like traffic noise is by fitting an External Wall Installation system.

• More Comfortable Living Space

Do you know the damp in homes can contribute to respiratory problems? A properly insulated home will greatly limit the impact of condensation by combating the damp issues. As a result, you can always expect your house to be cosy and comfy irrespective of the season. A cooler summer and warmer spring is guaranteed with EWI.

• Enhances The Property’s Visual Appeal

Looking for an excuse to rejuvenate your home’s aesthetic appeal? Well, you can as well try out adding an EWI system. There are a plethora of unique colours and styles you can pick from to beautify your home effortlessly.

• Adds Value To Property

An insulated home will generally cost more than an uninsulated one at the time of resale. Potential home buyers are more interested in the acquisition of a home with an EWI system due to its various benefits - and a higher demand can only imply a higher price!

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.

is a porch made from uPVC?

The simple answer to this question is... they can be! Although there are many types of porch designs that are available in the market, the uPVC porch happens to be one of the most loved and cost effective. Most home and property owners prefer the installation of a uPVC porch for a number of reasons. These includes:

• Value for money

It’s no coincidence the uPVC is widely accepted across the building industry with a plethora of uses. Not only is it relatively inexpensive to manufacture, but even the recycled uPVC is now becoming more and more useful. UPVC’s main rivals are wood and aluminium, and both are way more expensive to incorporate for frame profiles. Therefore, making use of uPVC is going to make your initial costs relatively low.

• Life Span

Although the main rivals in both hardwood and aluminium can also boast a lengthy lifespan just as uPVC. However, considering the price that you can get a uPVC, the lifespan is just incredible as it can be measured in decades.

• Aesthetic Appeal

UPVC gives you a wide range of foil colours that’ll fit your home perfectly well while also enhancing it’s visual appeal. You can actually get a porch that looks exactly like it’s manufactured from timber frames. To achieve this, all you need to do would be to make use of a wood grain surface finish. This is also long lasting, strong and resistant to fade.

• Little Maintenance

This is a very common feature of uPVC that makes it even more advantageous when used in making a porch. Unlike timber or wood which swells due to absorption of water or shrinks, you’ll never need to worry about all these distortions and more with uPVC. No painting, no sanding and ultimately, low maintenance required.

how big can my house extension be?

The holy grail of home extensions is basically the need for additional space for living as well as leisure. However, before commencing your home extension project, you’d probably want to know just how big your new building can be. In this article, you’ll find the answer to this question which is also frequently asked by many other home or property owners in the UK.

Besides your budget, there are two other major influencing factors that can determine just how much extra room that can be added. These factors include whether you wish to carry out the extension project under Permitted Development rights which is usually for a smaller project or you’d prefer to opt for a larger project which is covered by Planning Permission.

Apart from the limitations in the size of an extension under Permitted Development, the extensions are also a lot more affordable and consumes less time when compared to the extensions under planning permission. So what exactly is the size limit for an extension under Permitted Development and the ones under Planning Permission?

For a single storey extension, the maximum size that can be constructed without having to submit an application for Planning Permission includes:

• An extension should have a maximum length of 6m, if you reside in a terraced home or a semi-detached property.

• Extensions for detached properties can have a maximum length of 8m.

• The extension built must not go beyond half your garden’s area.

• The extension should have a maximum height of 4 metres, but in the event whereby the extension is situated within 2 metres of the boundary of your property, it should not exceed a height of 3 metres.

• The extension should not be higher than the highest part of the existing house’s roof.

when do you need planning permission for a house extension?

If you’re planning on adding a house extension to your property, you’d probably be worried about whether or not your proposed extension would require a planing permission. Well, it may be relieving to know that not every house extension project would require a formal consent, and in fact, several extensions are covered by the permitted development rights. Not only can this save you a considerable amount of time especially at the project’s planning phase, but it’ll also save you money on the application fee. In the UK, single storey extensions to the house’s rear can be 3 metres deep for both semi detached houses and terraces or 8 metres deep for detached homes.

So how do you know when you’d require a planning permission for your home extension? Well, if your extension plan fits these criteria explained below, then your project is most likely going to be allowable as a permitted development.

• Extensions, which includes previous additions, must not go beyond half of the original house’s total surrounding land area.

• The main elevation, or side elevation where it fronts the highway, must not be extended forward.

• For single storeys, the rear additions must not extend more than the original house’s rear by more than 3 metres in both semi attached homes and terraces (4 metres for detached houses).

• Extensions to the side must be a single storey with a height not exceeding 4 metres and not going beyond 50% of the original house’s width.

• Extensions hat within 2 metres of a boundary should have a eaves height not more than 3 metres.

• Multi storey addition must not extend beyond the original house’s rear wall by a maximum of 3 metres or 7 metres of the boundary opposite the rear wall.

• Permitted development rights do not apply in listed buildings or designated areas.

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.

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