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Pitch Perfect Lawns are a specialised lawn care business covering Crieff, Perth, Auchterarder, Blairgowrie and surrounding...
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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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Recent Carpenter Enquiries

27 Oct

Garden | Sheds

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: George C

Start Date: Immediate

plain 6x4 with just a door (no window) are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have a: medium size garden what level of service are you looking for: supply please call to appoint

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13 Apr

Garden | Decking

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: Moira L

Start Date: Immediate

remove old decking and replace with new decking are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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29 Aug

Garden | Sheds

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: Tommy Y

Start Date: Immediate

hi there looking for a field shelter 10x14 or standard size you do on wooden skids so we can move due to planning laws in angus council no doors just an opening and no kick boards either as it’s to ...

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28 Apr

Garden | Sheds

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: Lynne M

Start Date: Immediate

I am looking for a garden shed approximat*** *** . Do you have a brochure/ price lust

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12 Apr

Garden | Sheds

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: Garry D

Start Date: Immediate

Looking for a shed to make into a small bar in our Garden. Size wise around 10x8. Apex/pent roof Are both ok.. large enough to house a small bar and around 4 bar stools. Windows for light would need...

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21 Jul

Garden | Sheds

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: John S

Start Date: Immediate

Require 8 x 6 tongue & grove pent roof shed. Looking at the front of the shed I need a single opening window on the left end section, on the right end section I require a single door. I do not requi...

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03 Jul

Garden | Sheds

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: Stan W

Start Date: Immediate

I would like a quote for a 10 x 8 garden shed with no windows. Do you guys install? Do you have a: Medium size garden What level of service are you looking for: Install Time scale: Immediate Are you ...

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28 Mar

Garden | Sheds

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: Michael E

Start Date: Immediate

basic garden shed approx. 10 feet be 6 with one window

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03 Feb

Garden | Sheds

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: Neil K

Start Date: Immediate

Hello I am the handyman at for Arbroath and Carnoustie Cats Protection. One of our sheds is worse for ware and I would like a quote for replacing it . It is 16 x 8 feet. Thank you Neil.

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08 May

Carpentry

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: Kathryn T

Start Date: Less than one month

Demolish/Remove old shed and build New Shed

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16 Apr

Garden | Decking

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: KENNETH B

Start Date: Immediate

CREAM DECKING WITH BALUSTRADE ON THREE SIDES ONE LONG SIDE OF DECKUPTO LONG SIDE OF LODGE APPROX 4mtr x 2.5mtr DISTANCE FROM GROUND LEVEL TO DECK HEIGHT APPROX 700mm. GROUND CONDITIONS CONCRETE AND ...

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31 Jan

Garden | Sheds

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: David L

Start Date: Immediate

GARDEN SHED 8 FT X 6FT pitched or monopitch

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27 Dec

Garden | Sheds

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: Fiona M

Start Date: Immediate

6 x 6 double door shed please Do you have a: Large garden Time scale: Immediate

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26 Oct

Carpentry

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: L

Start Date: Less than one month

To remove cupboards from living room and one beside main entrance; To convert cupboard upstairs to a walk in wardrobe.

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24 Oct

Garden | Sheds

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: David R

Start Date: Immediate

Garden shed 7ft by8ft Are you the property owner: Owner of the property What level of service are you looking for: Install Do you have a: Medium size garden Time scale: Immediate

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19 Aug

Garden | Sheds

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: Doris C

Start Date: Immediate

7x5 Apex Shed

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12 Jul

Garden | Sheds

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: F

Start Date: Immediate

Demolition of old garden shed Replacement shed 6x4 ft fitted on same site Shed wood apex one window in side single door

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06 Jun

Garden | Decking

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: N

Start Date: Immediate

Approx 20m2 of decking required.

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20 Mar

Garden | Decking

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: Marie H

Start Date: Immediate

Looking to hav a small area of decking done at back of garden

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23 Feb

Garden | Sheds

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: Andrew B

Start Date: Immediate

To erect a garden shed size 8 x 6 Time scale: 3-6 months

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How much do Carpenter services cost?

Do you have a need for a carpenter in or around your house? If yes, then one of the first things you’d probably want to know is the exact amount it would cost to get the project over the line. Now, carpenters are skilled craftsmen that are able to make things with wood and fabricate all sorts of wood constructions. The price charged by carpenters are determined by a wide range of factors which makes it nearly impossible to provide a short and accurate estimate without having a look at your unique requirements. In this post, we’re going to give you an in-depth insight into general carpentry charges while also considering some of the influencing factors. Let’s take a look!

Some of the most common factors that determines the price charged by a carpenter includes the project type, the size as well as scope of the project, the location of project, ease of access, experience and qualification of the carpenter and lots more. For instance, if the job is a minor one such as building a shed, it’ll cost a lot less than something more complex which requires a bit more experience like constructing a staircase. In general, building a shed will have a labour cost within the range of £150 to about £250, while a staircase construction will require a labour cost in between £1,000 to £1,500. For general carpentry, you can expect to pay within the range of £20 to £30 hourly rate depending on a number of factors which are stated above. It’s also important to state that while some carpenters charge per hour, others by the day and several of their projects will be charged at fixed prices.

The table reveals the kinds of work that Carpenters normally do and also the regular cost range of these jobs. Some tasks take longer to finish than others so costs do differ by task.

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The average price
of a Carpenter in Arbroath is:

£879

Carpenter job Carpenter cost in 2024
Kitchen Fitting in Arbroath £975-£2,495
Carpenters and joiners in Arbroath £375-£575
Plasterboard dry lining in Arbroath £638-£978
Wood flooring in Arbroath £750-£1,150
Wooden decking in Arbroath £1,125-£1,725
Garden shed in Arbroath £450-£690
Wooden window repair in Arbroath £320-£480

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Carpenter FAQs

How to lay engineered wood flooring?

The cost of just the engineered wood flooringis from £18 to £73 per m2.

What should I do if my deck or terrace is slippery?

Usually, slipperiness is caused by algae or dirt on top of the deck or terrace. A full cleaning treatment should restore the natural grip of the wood or stone. If slipperiness is a persistent problem, consider installing grip mats in high traffic areas of the deck.

How to build a shed base on uneven ground?
Building a shed base on uneven ground can be as easy as digging out a sub-base and checking that it’s level. You can dig down until the soil is light brown and rather compact, then work out where the ground is uneven and move soil around to compensate. Add a weed-blocking membrane down then put plastic grids in to act as your shed base or continue to make a sub-base for paving slabs or concrete. However, you could also build a timber shed base on uneven ground using concrete blocks to level it out.
  1. Mark out the area and dig the top layer of soil, trying to get the ground as flat as possible.
  2. Build a timber frame to size.
  3. Measure out 4 rows of 3 blocks to create good weight distribution and lay in place.
  4. Underneath each block, dig around 50mm wider than the blocks and about 150mm deep. Fill the hole with pea gravel until it’s flat.
  5. Place timber planks along the rows of blocks and see how level it is. Add or remove blocks where necessary. If it’s only a small difference, use shingle underneath the timber until it’s level.
  6. Nail your timber shed base to the timber planks to create a sturdy base for your shed.
If you’ve got any questions about building a shed base on uneven ground, it’s best leaving it to the pros. Get in touch with a range of builders who will be able to offer you a quote.
What is the difference between a carpenter and a joiner?

Most of the people out there do not know the difference between a carpenter and a joiner. This is a very common question that is asked by many as to whether there is an actual difference between the two.

Both joiners and carpenters have many shared traits. The definition seems to change throughout the UK. The southern parts use the term carpenter whereas the north seems to prefer the term joiner. Both of these trades involve working with wood mainly in the construction industry. Both of them are, however, are two very unique and separate trades. Both of them come under the broad term of ‘carpentry’ however their skills and specialisms differ.

A joiner is defined as a trained craftsman who is responsible for making or joining wood in a workshop. On the other hand, a carpenter is a professional that works on site with the timber. In summary, a joined creates the wood back at the workshop while the carpenter fixes them on site. A joiner, therefore, works on things that are done in a workshop using machinery while a carpenter is responsible for its assembly on site.

As both joiners and carpenters had learnt the basics of both trade while they were practising as an apprentice, several similar overlaps are bound to occur.

It is good practice to ask the company or the individual what trade they specialise in. As an example, a joiner may be able to make a particular item whereas a carpenter may be better doing the actual fitting.

It is evident from the above sections that carpentry and joinery are completely different and therefore, should be categorised under two different trades, however, there is indeed a lot in common in their extremely high skilled work.

How much decking do I need?
How much decking you need will – of course – depend on how big you plan your deck to be. There is an equation to help you work out how many deck boards you need. It’s a little complicated until you’ve been shown how it works, but once you know how to do it it’s easy to work out how much decking you need for any project. The equation takes into account the recommended 10% wastage and includes the expansion gaps that are required, which is between 5-8mm along the length of the deck boards (EGL, or expansion gap length) and 3mm along the ends of the deck boards (EGW, or expansion gap width) for timber. It also assumes you’re laying your decking horizontally, as if you’re looking for a diagonal or chevron design you’ll need more deck boards. Let’s go through an example, assuming you have a 10m x 6m area that you want to cover with decking made from timber boards that are 2.4m long and 144mm wide. We’ll use the EGL of 5mm and EGW of 3mm.
  1. Calculate the surface area for your decking Multiply the length (L) of your decking area by the width (W): L x W = Decking Surface Area (DSA) in m2 10 x 6 = 60m2
  2. Work out the coverage of your deck boards Add your deck board width (DBW) to the expansion gap length (EGL), then add the deck board length (DBL) to the expansion gap width (EGW). Then multiply these numbers. (DBW + EGL) x (DBL + EGW) = Single Board Coverage (SBC) 0.144m + 0.005m = 0.149m 2.4m + 0.003m = 2.403m 0.149 x 2.403 = 0.358m2
  3. Calculate the number of deck boards you need Multiply the SBC by 1.1 to allow for 10% wastage. Then, divide the DSA by the SBC. DSA / SCB x 1.1 = Total number of boards required 60m2 / 0.358m2 x 1.1 = 184.36 boards – so round up to 185 so you’re not left short.
If that all seems a bit complicated for you, let a professional do the maths – they will be able to give you an idea of how much decking you’ll need in no time.
How to make a shed door?
There are a few ways to make a shed door and each has their benefits, but we’re going to go through a quick guide on how to make a ledged and braced shed door, which is a good option to stop the door from dropping over time. Tools and equipment required
  • Tongue and groove timber boards
  • Boards for the ledges and braces, at least 20mm thick
  • Nails
  • Hammer
  • Saws, including a circular saw
  • Chisel
  • Mallet
How to make your shed door
  1. Cut your boards to size If you can’t buy boards at the right height and width for your door, cut the boards to length using a circular saw. Don’t forget to sand and treat any cut ends with timber preservative. Lay out the boards in the best arrangement for your shed door, with the inside of the door facing up.
  2. Arrange the ledges and braces On most shed doors, you’ll probably need 3 boards across the back of the door to form the ledges. The ledges keep the door straight and keep the boards of the door together. The braces are the parts of the door that slope down to form a ‘Z’ shape between the ledges. Ensure that the braces are sloped up from the bottom and middle hinge to stop the door from sagging as the timber expands and contracts in the weather. Once you’re happy with the arrangement, mark the spots on the boards where they will meet and cut out of the housings using a chisel and mallet.
  3. Put the door together Use clamps to pull the boards together and hold the ledges and braces in place. Nail from the front of the door through the boards and ledges to fix them. Secure the ledges and braces with screws; you may want to pre-drill and countersink holes to prevent the wood from splitting. Remember to treat them with preservative if you do.
  4. Fix the shed door hinges Make sure you measure carefully before attaching the hinges, ensuring you know where the pin sits in relation to where the door opens.
  5. Treat the door and add locks and handles Apply some wood oil, like linseed or teak oil, to help prevent water damage. Then add locks or handles to your shed to help keep it secure.
  6. If you’d rather leave it to the professionals, there are plenty of specialists that will be able to make a shed door for you, or even put up an entire shed.
How much is plasterboard?

How Much Is Plasterboard?

Do you wish to install plasterboard in the nearest future? If yes, then you’d probably want to know the amount it’s going to cost. Here, we’ll give you a detailed plasterboarding prices breakdown to help you calculate an estimate for your project.

A plasterboarding project including the cost of both materials and labour with the use of a high quality panels is about £4 to £5 per panel. Therefore, if you wish to calculate on the basis of a standard room about 12x12ft would cost about £500 to £600. However, this price can fluctuate significantly depending on the professional as well as the quality of the materials you wish to incorporate in completing the project. We’d recommend that you hire the services of a professional with accreditation as he would provide you with a detailed quote with no hidden charges or costs. To give you a clearer idea, we’ve taken the time out to put together some estimated costs of employing the services of a seasoned professional plasterer to supply and plasterboard your home or office. Let’s take a look!

• A 6 x 12ft room with panels and plasterboard should have an average cost within the range of £250 to £400 and duration of one to two days.

• The individual cost of plasterboarding or drywalling a standard 12 x 12ft room should have an average cost within the range of £500 to £600 and duration of one to three days. These includes 60% for materials used (£330), 30% for tradespersons (£165) and the remaining 10% for waste removal (£55) to give a total cost of £550.

• A 12 x 24ft room with panels and plasterboard should have an average cost within the range of £1000 to £1200 and duration of three to six days.

How to dismantle a shed?
It can seem daunting to dismantle a shed when you want to get a new one or just get rid of it for good. Every shed is different and is likely to have been put together in a different way, but there are some general rules that you can follow to make dismantling a shed a simple task.
  1. Remove fascias and trims Unscrew or prise off the screws and nails fixing the trims and fascias to your shed.
  2. Take off doors and remove windows Unscrew hinges from doors and take them off. Remove all metalwork once the door is off. If you’ve got frames on your windows, unscrew these, and remove the panes. Be extra careful if your windows are made of glass.
  3. Take off the roof Prise off the tacks from the roofing felt and take the felt off – you can’t reuse it, so you’ll need to throw it away. Unscrew the screws on the roof boards and slide them off the shed’s frame – you might need a friend to help you do this.
  4. Take out the roof brace (optional) If your roof has a brace, unscrew the brackets that hold it to the side of the shed. Remember not to lean on anything once you’ve taken the brace off as the walls might be wobbly.
  5. Unscrew the frame from the floor Remove all the screws that are holding the shed to the base, remembering not to lean on the walls.
  6. Unscrew the frame corners Starting at the corner of the front gable, remove the screws where the panels meet. Once a panel is free, lift it carefully out of the way so you can carry on with the others.
Tidy up all your tools and debris, clearing the area to make it safe, and you’re done!

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