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09 Apr

Carpentry

Banff - AB45

Enquiry from: Jennifer S

Start Date: Immediate

Front and back door wooden frame repair, new hinges etc.

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27 Feb

Carpentry

Banff - AB45

Enquiry from: Heather M

Start Date: Immediate

I would like to get upvc decking built and the base of my static boxed in...is this something you could quote me for ?zI have drawings of what I would like...thanks..Heather.

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30 May

Garden | Decking

Keith - AB55

Enquiry from: Struan M

Start Date: Immediate

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

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25 Aug

Garden | Sheds

Banff - AB45

Enquiry from: Anne R

Start Date: Immediate

Something to keep two adults bikes ,garden furniture,mower, garden tools and still have room to potter about . Would like roof to have iron no felt

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10 May

Garden | Sheds

Banff - AB45

Enquiry from: Margaret B

Start Date: Immediate

weekly / fortnightly gardener services, lawn cutting, leaf clearing, slab cleaning, weeding, tree maintenance. are you the property owner: relative of owner do you have a: medium size garden what leve...

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26 Apr

Garden | Sheds

Banff - AB45

Enquiry from: Paul S

Start Date: Immediate

wanting concreted for a shed measuring 8x6 feet are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) do you have a: small garden what level of service are you looking for: supply other forms: slab pa...

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16 Jan

Kitchen | Fitting

Aberlour - AB38

Enquiry from: Wendy a

Start Date: Immediate

Wooden window repair Lead Wooden window repair Lead

installation of new kitchen, supplied already assembled units from wrens kitchens. 6 base units and 4 wall units, with solid wood work tops. please provide quote and estimated date of installation. ...

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11 Sep

Carpentry

Banff - AB45

Enquiry from: Stella S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 5+ property age: pre 1900 what is your current source of heating for the renewable incentive: ...

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11 Sep

Kitchen | Fitting

Banff - AB45

Enquiry from: Stella S

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 5+ property age: pre 1900 what is your current source of heating for the renewable incentive: ...

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04 Aug

Flooring | Wooden

Keith - AB55

Enquiry from: Robin L

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property is this for a residential or commerial building: domestic other forms: wood flooring agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call ...

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21 Jun

Garden | Sheds

Buckie - AB56

Enquiry from: Alex C

Start Date: Immediate

9ft long x 5ft width wooden or metel shed

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19 Mar

Garden | Sheds

Keith - AB55

Enquiry from: Alistair W

Start Date: Immediate

An 8 x 10 greenhouse Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Roughly the size of your garden: 31+ m2 Garden Type: Back garden, Front garden Do you have a design: Y...

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13 Jan

Garden | Sheds

Keith - AB55

Enquiry from: Euan S

Start Date: Less than one month

I am looking for a quote for a 12ft by 8 or 10ft shed with 2 x windows. I would also like to partition up to about 4ft high (at the back of the shed) to make a dog kennel with a hinged roof. also a h...

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16 Oct

Garden | Sheds

Aberlour - AB38

Enquiry from: Kim S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

We are looking for a shed to house an electric box, water pump and filters. No window needed, basic and secure the priority. Customer made ideal dependent on price. Are you the property owner: Owner...

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19 Feb

Kitchen | Fitting

Keith - AB55

Enquiry from: Cath T

Start Date: Less than one month

New worktops , splashback , electrical points , hob and sink . Are you the property owner: Owner of the property What level of service do you require: Install Only Do you have all of the required mate...

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16 Aug

Garden | Sheds

Banff - AB45

Enquiry from: Reg B

Start Date: Immediate

Base for 10 x 12 shed and erect shed

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08 Aug

Garden | Sheds

Aberlour - AB38

Enquiry from: Maureen S

Start Date: Immediate

I am looking to erect a Shed in my Garden. It must be damp proof So therefore insulated. I would need lighting and an electrical socket.I would like it to be at least 10ft x 10ft but unsure of any pla...

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14 Apr

Garden | Decking

Macduff - AB44

Enquiry from: Andy W

Start Date: Immediate

36x12 static cara van in lossie mouth silver sands. Want 6ft out down the side of the cara van with steps and a gate and 8ft out at the front end for a seating area. Done in upvc. White posts and rail...

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

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Carpenter FAQs

How is wooden flooring installed

Wooden flooring is very popular flooring option amongst home and property owners in the UK and understandably so. It adds to your space’s curb appeal, it’s quite easy to maintain, it adds to the value resale value of your property if you later wish to sell and lots more. If you’re looking to have wooden flooring installed in your home, you have two options which includes doing it yourself or calling in a professional – the latter being more advisable. However, by following some simple but essential steps, you can also install your wooden flooring successfully by yourself. These includes determining the site is in the best condition before installation, removal of all floor coverings and underlay for a more stable and durable installation and incorporation of the right expansion gap of about 10mm to 12mm which would be maintained around the floor’s perimeter.

 

Wooden floor fitting can be done on two types of sub-floor - Concrete and Plywood. To install onto concrete, you can follow the guide below:

  • Incorporate flexible wood on concrete adhesives.
  • With the help of a 3mm toothed trowel, spread above 2 board widths of adhesive along the starting wall sub-floor, beginning at a corner of your room.
  • Position the first row of flooring into the area that is glued using the tongue facing opposite the wall.
  • Put 10mm spacers against the wall to see to the consistency in expansion gaps.
  • Make sure the joints are at a minimum of 150mm apart from the first row when fitting the second row.
  • Utilize pre-cut smaller boards if you’re to start a new row with staggered joints.
  • Continue with this nailing method and make sure the 10mm expansion gaps are consistent around the floor’s perimeter.

To install onto plywood, you can follow this guide:

  • Make use of a porta-nailer.
  • Position 10mm spacers against the wall - parallel with the installation direction.
  • Fit the first row using the tongue facing opposite the wall and with the help of the porta-nailer or flooring nailer.
  • Lay the second row and make sure the short end joints are at a minimum of 150mm apart from that of the first row.
  • Utilize pre-cut smaller boards if you’re to start a new row with staggered joints.
  • Continue with this nailing method and make sure the 10mm expansion gaps are consistent around the floor’s perimeter.
How to lay decking on uneven ground?
There are two ways to lay decking on uneven ground. We’ve explained how to build a raised deck in our FAQ ‘How to build a raised deck’ above, and that’s great for uneven ground or sloped gardens. But there’s another way that you can lay decking on uneven ground if you don’t want a raised deck: you can create a level supporting base. We’ll go through the basics here. Materials you’ll need
  • Paving slabs – old or cheap ones are fine
  • Timber for the frame and legs
  • Type 1 MOT hardcore
How to lay decking on uneven ground
  1. Mark out the area as we explain in ‘How to lay decking’. Then, dig to 200mm below where you want to surface of the decking to be.
  2. Add a 50mm layer of hardcore and make sure it’s compact.
  3. Build the decking sub-frame as we describe in ‘How to build a deck frame’.
  4. Lay out paving slabs along the edges and in the centre of the area. This will help to spread the weight of the decking.
  5. Set the decking frame on the slabs, checking for high or low points and adding off-cuts of timber where needed. Don’t forget to sand and seal these off-cuts with decking preservative.
  6. Add your joists and then the deck boards, leaving the recommended gaps of expansion of between 5-8mm.
Building your decking on top of paving slabs is a good way to get it level, but you still may not be able to get as good a finish as if a professional did it. If you’re in any doubt, get in contact with some decking specialists and see what they would recommend.
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 to build a deck frame?
Building a simple deck frame, or decking subframe, that you’re laying on level ground is easy if you take time to prepare and get all the things you need. We’ll go through the steps on how to build a deck frame here. Tools and equipment To get building your deck frame, you’ll need:
  • Decking joists
  • Coach screws
  • Coach bolts
  • Combi drill
  • Socket set
  • A saw suitable for your project and the thickness of the timber
  • Pencil
  • Decking preservative
  • Sandpaper or sander
Build your subframe
  1. Measure your deck frame and cut to size if necessary.
  2. Make 2 pencil marks on each end of the frame’s 2 outer joists to mark where the coach screws will go. They need to align with the centre of the adjoining outer joist. Then, use a flat wood drill bit to drill recesses into each mark. Make them the same depth of the screws that your using’s head and wide enough for a ratchet or socket to tighten them.
  3. Using a thinner drill bit, line up the outer joists and drill a pilot hole through the middle of the recess. These pilot holes act as a guide for the screws and stops them from splitting the wood.
  4. Fit the coach screws with either a drill driver or socket and ratchet.
  5. Repeat the process for the inner joists once you’ve assembled the outer frame.
IMPORTANT: While you’re building your deck frame and the decking itself, remember to cover all pilot holes and ends of timber in decking preservative to ensure that your decking remains structurally sound for as long as possible. Though relatively simple, building a deck frame and the decking will take some time. It would be much quicker and easier to get a professional in to do it, who could represent more value for money.
How much is wood flooring?

The cost of wood flooring varies by the type of wood and by the finish required. As a guide though oak solid wood flooring cost about £35 - £45 per m2. The average wooden cost by material are approximately £40 per m2 for pine, £45 per m2 for cherry, £60 per m2 for maple and £75 per m2 for walnut. This price does exclude the laying of the flooring and the underlay required.

How to felt a shed roof?
Whether you want to felt a new shed roof or you’re re-felting your existing shed roof, it’s simple when you know how. Read our quick guide to see how easy it is.
  1. Remove any existing fascia boards Remove the fascia boards and the old felt if you’re re-felting.
  2. Measure the shed roof Measure the roof, taking into account that you should leave around 50mm for overlaps at the eaves and 75mm at the gable ends. You’ll probably need 3 pieces of felt, but some smaller sheds only need 2.
  3. Apply felt to the roof Once you’ve cut the felt to size, apply the each piece to the roof, pulling it tight. Then nail along the length of the roof at 100mm intervals. For nails at the bottom edge, they can be wider – around 300mm. If you’re adding a piece of felt in the middle of the shed along the apex, fix it using adhesive, then nail it at the lower edge at 50mm intervals.
  4. Tidy up the overhangs Fold down the felt at each overhang and nail it securely. Cut a slit in the overhang at the apex using a pen knife, then fold that down and nail at 100mm intervals along the gable. If you like, you can add fascia boards to keep the shed looking neat. Use wood nails to secure them and then trim away any excess felt.
That’s it. It sounds scary, but it won’t take you long to felt your shed roof as long as you follow instructions carefully.
How to lay engineered wood flooring?

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

Do I need underlay for a wooden floor?

If you’re thinking about making improvements to your home, it’s only reasonable to become familiar with the ins and outs of the requirements to make the project a success. Not just the cost involved to complete the project, but also the duration it’ll take to complete the job and lots more. When it comes to the installation of wooden flooring, there’s a need to find out whether or not an underlay is required for the task. In this article, we’re going to consider this in order to ensure that you’re on the right track. Let’s take a look!

First and foremost, underlays are common with carpets as they allow for an even surface with no lumps and bumps. It also provides a deeper barrier between the carpet and the floor as carpets, themselves, aren’t particularly thick enough to provide adequate comfort when walking on them. Underlay also helps improve insulation which in turn, helps cut down your energy bill. So, are underlays also needed with wooden flooring?

In general, wooden flooring does not really need an underlay. This is due to the fact that they’re perfectly comfortable to walk on without the need to add an extra padding underneath. However, the subfloor will have to be made prior to the installation, as a result, an underlay is needed at all there. With that in mind, it’s highly recommended to make use of an underlay when installing a boarded floor to a wooden subfloor mainly due to the fact that it’s able to provide a much-improved insulation. When it comes to wooden flooring, it’s always best to go for quality rather than looking for ways to cut corners. If you’re able to go for the best project with professional installation and little extras like undelay, you’d notice and enjoy the long lasting nature of your wooden flooring immediately after installation.

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