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Mitchell Landscaping have been established for 10 years, offering quality advice and services in landscaping, Gardening a...
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Stonehaven Landscapes

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At stonehaven building and landscapes we take pride in every job we do. We strive to understand what you need and to achie...
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TruGreen West Sussex offers a wide range of lawn care services to help make your lawn the central feature of your garden. ...
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CHS Landscapes

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CHS Landscapes cover Dorset, Wiltshire and Hampshire and provide professional landscaping services to both domestic and co...
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Southern Joinery

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We Design Innovative Furniture Providing custom joinery services as well as custom furniture built to your requirements. ...
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At Kitchen Warehouse Winchester we design, supply and install beautiful kitchens for you. We specialise in German contempo...

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15 Jul

Garden | Decking

Emsworth - PO10

Enquiry from: Seruwaia T

Start Date: Immediate

price for pallet decking patio are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: other what level of service do you require: deck only please call to appoint

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10 Feb

Garden | Sheds

Emsworth - PO10

Enquiry from: Jeanette F

Start Date: Immediate

customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: detached work description: we are a supported living service in emsworth and want our garden redesigned and ...

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07 May

Garden | Decking

Emsworth - PO10

Enquiry from: Vanessa R

Start Date: Immediate

hi. i am looking for a quote for a decking repair (unstable) on a property i am in the process of driving. is this something you can do? vanessa property type: semi detached what level of service do ...

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13 Oct

Carpentry

Emsworth - PO10

Enquiry from: Hugh G

Start Date: Immediate

Home Owner Customer has a 5 ft Walnut tree that has been felled that he wants cut into planks so he can use them Immediate Please call to appoint *

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12 Aug

Kitchen | Fitting

Emsworth - PO10

Enquiry from: Andrew M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Customer visited the mykitchenprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Kitchen Area: 12, Property type: House, Work description: old kitchen taken out new one put in with some gas, water & m...

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28 Feb

Garden | Decking

Emsworth - PO10

Enquiry from: Gillian R

Start Date: Less than one month

Decking required for bottom left hand corner of garden. Garden is sloped is would required two level decking, ideally with one of the decking areas to accommodate summer house Are you the property ...

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06 Sep

Carpentry

Chichester - PO19

Enquiry from: Graham J

Start Date: Immediate

Fit 12 internal doors upstairs and downstairs

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06 Jun

Carpentry

Chichester - PO19

Enquiry from: Anni M

Start Date: Immediate

We have just moved into a new house and looking to utilise cupboards, under stairs and utility room

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03 Jun

Garden | Sheds

Gosport - PO12

Enquiry from: Catherine C

Start Date: Immediate

Shed roof needs repairing after damage during the winter. Roof boards are damp and bowing. Also needs re felting.

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25 May

Garden | Decking

Bognor Regis - PO21

Enquiry from: Jeff G

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mr requested quotes for wooden decking from a carpenter around bognor regis. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information bel...

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29 Apr

Carpentry

Chichester - PO20

Enquiry from: Joanne H

Start Date: Immediate

My end kitchen unit sticks out from the wall so need the wall bring out and the kitchen door cut dow

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22 Feb

Carpentry

Chichester - PO20

Enquiry from: Suzanne T

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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we have 3 round porthole windows to our hallway, and the outer wood for all of these is rotting and warping. we are looking for a quote to replace the outer wooden frame the inner wood and glass are i...

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21 Jan

Carpentry

Chichester - PO19

Enquiry from: Joe H

Start Date: Immediate

Hi Mate, Do you offer apprenticeships? Many Thanks Joe

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05 Oct

Garden | Sheds

Chichester - PO20

Enquiry from: Ian B

Start Date: Immediate

overgrown - need sorting out are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: detached do you have a: medium size garden garden type: back garden, front garden current state of garden: the...

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19 Apr

Carpentry

Portsmouth - PO1

Enquiry from: Tim M

Start Date: Immediate

2 doors need shaving down because i have new carpets and the 2 doors won’t close because of carpets are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) time scale: immediate what type of job are yo...

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27 Feb

Garden | Sheds

Chichester - PO20

Enquiry from: Sally M

Start Date: Immediate

i need a shed taking down and disposing of and then one or two trellis panels put up. i also need advise on taking out a 'plastic' greenhouse and then what to put it in its place. are you the proper...

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09 Jan

Garden | Sheds

Chichester - PO19

Enquiry from: Raj V

Start Date: Immediate

new garden,require replace fence & landscape garden with seating/pergola area, base for garden shed & planting boarde & turf. kind regards are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have...

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11 Dec

Garden | Sheds

Bognor Regis - PO21

Enquiry from: DAVID S

Start Date: Immediate

customer has a gardening & landscaping project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for garden shed. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a carpenter.confirmed...

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03 Nov

Carpentry

Chichester - PO20

Enquiry from: Ali O

Start Date: Immediate

white fire door supplied and fitted are you the property owner: owner of the property what type of job are you looking to have done: wooden window/doors how many windows do you need: 1 window do you r...

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01 Nov

Carpentry

Bognor Regis - PO22

Enquiry from: Neil M

Start Date: Immediate

to make up bi fold door kit already purchased and fit as required are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what type of job are you looking to have done: wooden window/...

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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 Emsworth is:

£879

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

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Carpenter FAQs

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.

Does my garden shed need a base?

Yes, your shed does need a base. This is to give it a solid, level foundation. Open soil will not help with the longevity of the shed itself or the contents within. The best materials to use to make your shed base are concrete, natural stone or wood.

How much does it cost to hire a carpenter?

Considerations

If you're thinking about making changes around your household that include working with wood, you ought to hire a local carpenter. Looking to fix a loose piece? Or looking for some drastic improvements? A carpentry expert might be the top choice.

General carpenters are expert woodsmen and know a variety of areas from grounds to gear. Maximum carpentry depends on a rudimentary set of skills which your worker may choose to build upon by specialising. For example, few carpenters have a talent for wood repair, building original constructions or manufacturing furniture.

Time

The extent of time it takes to complete a certain project is another consideration to be kept in mind. This is particularly essential if you are on a constricted timeline or dealing with time limitations. Most carpentry projects take about 13 hours to finish. Although, this is purely dependent on the intricacy of the project and the pre-arranged timeline you and your carpenter agree to.

The cost to hire a general carpenter in the UK amounts to £20 to £25 per hour on an average. Though, it is always imperative to speak with a professional in carpentry services about this.

General Carpentry Costs in the UK:

• National Minimum Cost is £20

• National Maximum Cost is £25

• The national average is around £22

Cost Comparison of Popular Carpentry Services in the UK (Average Hourly Rate):

• Furniture Refinishing is around £17

• A Cabinet Repair is around £23

• Finish Carpentry will set you back a minimum of £30

• General Carpentry is around £20

• Fine Woodworking is about £20

Carpentry is a brilliant method to improve your household and to help maintain its visual pleasantness. Finding a decent carpenter at the correct value is a vital area that needs undivided attention in terms of your project. Whether you're reinforcing your staircase or looking for a total renovation of the house that would change its look, a general carpenter will complete your project to the highest standards.

How to fit composite decking?
Fitting composite decking is similar to installing timber decking, but there are some small differences in terms of the gaps you need to leave between boards and the screws you use. We’ll go through a quick guide to show you the process involved in fitting composite decking so you can decide whether it’s something you want to do yourself. Prepare the area Prepare the area according to our instructions in the previous FAQs – or you can use an existing patio or concrete base if you have one. Measure and mark out the area using chalk (if using an existing base). Assemble the decking frame Build the outer frame as we show in our FAQs above; if the area you have planned is longer than your joists, you’ll need to join them together. When you’ve built the frame and it’s secure, ensure that it’s at the right level for water runoff and add risers, slabs or treated off-cuts of timber at 500mm intervals if you need to. Add joists The spacing of your joists will depend on the type of design you have chosen for your composite decking. If you’re laying arched boards horizontally, you’ll need to space the joists 300mm apart. Lay your composite decking boards
  1. If you’ve not got an overhang or it’s a fixed deck, fit starter clips along the outside edge of the frame and secure with screws provided with the composite decking. If you are working with an overhang, put the first board into position not exceeding 25mm. If you’re adding a fascia, put an off-cut of board under the overhang so you know it’ll be flush with the fascia.
  2. Pre-drill all fixing points, measuring in 30mm from the edge of the board. Secure the board to the joist below with composite decking screws.
  3. Slide a hidden fastener clip in so it sits within the groove of the deck board. It needs to be in the centre of the joist to keep the boards secure and ensure an expansion gap of 6mm. Tighten the clips until just tight, and repeat so there’s a clip at every joist.
  4. Add the next board, ensuring that the fastener clips sit within the groove – make sure you don’t force it. Repeat step 3.
  5. Continue steps 3 and 4 until you’re at the final board, which you should secure in the same way as you did the first.
Add a fascia board If you’re adding a fascia, measure in 40mm from each end and add two guide marks: one at 40mm from the top and the other at 40mm from the bottom. Connect the marks, then mark at 300mm intervals down the board. Drill pilot holes, then put the fascia board into position. You need to make sure that there’s a 40mm ventilation gap between the bottom of the fascia and the ground. Ask someone to hold the board level until you’ve finished securing it with composite decking screws; you can get colour-matched ones so they don’t look unsightly at the end of your decking. Not so sure you want to carry out such a big project yourself? Get quotes from decking pros who will be able to fit composite decking much more quickly and easily.
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 does a stair banister cost?

The flight of steps in your multi-storey household doesn’t have to be purely efficient. With just a little thought given to banister design, the boring flight of stairs can turn into something you would like to show to people and be proud of. Replacement of your banister can even enhance the worth of your property, giving the entry an outstanding presence. But how much will new banisters and spindles cost you?

If you are considering starting with this project, having a help from a professional is always advised.

New banister cost

Banisters are also known as handrails. They are reinforced by balustrades or spindles – a row of pillars that improve the security of the stairway and donate in the direction of the overall look and feel. Banisters and spindles may appear dull due to use over time. A fresh coat of polish might help your staircase get a new facelift.

The cost of new banisters and spindles will fluctuate solely reliant on the material. The price for a new banister starts around £40 for softwood and can reach £120 for a metal one.

Spindle prices are also a contributing factor in determining the cost with prices in the range of £30 to £150 per meter based on the materials used.

How much does a new staircase banister cost?

Hiring a professional is very important when trying to properly install a new banister since they are familiar with the process and work as per safety compliance. Fitting your new banister can be easily taken care by a general builder as well as a carpenter.

Below is a table depicting the average costs of different types of bannisters and spindles:

White oak bannister is around £105 and spindles are around £13.50.

Pine bannister is around £35 and spindles are around £7.

Primed wood bannister costs around £31 and spindles costing around £18.

Metal bannister is around £110 with the spindles being around £6.

Where can I buy kitchen cabinets?

When you’re building or redesigning your kitchen, one of the most important decisions you’d have to make is your kitchen cabinets. They are basically where you’ll keep everything you use to cook and as such, take up a lot of space in the kitchen. Therefore, if the aesthetic of your kitchen is a priority, then you’d probably want to get the best quality and good looking cabinet you possibly can. If you’re in the market for new kitchen cabinets, you can put these sources of cabinets into consideration. Let’s take a look!

  • IKEA. One of the best place to buy affordable home goods is also a great place to check if you want to buy your kitchen cabinets. According to a research carried out by J.D Power which surveyed over 1500 customers within the past one year, IKEA’s cabinet system ( Sektion) ranked the highest in terms of the overall satisfaction.
  • KraftMaid. Another winner of the survey conducted by J.D Power as it took the second position when it comes to the overall satisfaction. Therefore, this store happens to be a good option based on the reviews. This store provides you with a wide variety of colour options to select from, so regardless of what your personal preference is, you’re guaranteed to find something worthwhile to install in your kitchen.
  • Stoffer Home. When you buy your kitchen cabinet from an interior designer, there’s a better chance for suitability. Stoffer home offers top quality cabinets which can be manufactured in four various wood finishes and twelve varying paint colours which are all carefully curated.
What is engineered wood flooring?

What Is Engineered Wood Flooring?

Engineered wood flooring is produced through the fixing of several layers of wood together with a solid wood as the top or wear layer. Due to its ability to hold its ground when faced with frequently changing temperature and humidity, it happens to be one of the most popular types of flooring. As a result of its ruggedness, engineered wood flooring can be easily fitted with under floor heating and in special areas like conservatories. And apart from its usually stunning visual appeal and ability to be floated over an underlay, the engineered wood flooring is even becoming a lot more popular amongst home and other property owners.

Given the fact that engineered wood flooring is made up of several layers of wood, it may be almost impossible to tell the difference between it and a solid wood flooring just by looking at both. It can also be mistaken for a laminate flooring which is basically an image of wooden flooring placed onto a high density fibreboard.

The planks of a engineered wood flooring is crafted in such a way to ensure the it does not expand or contract unlike the solid wood counterparts. What’s more? There are several benefits that comes with installing an engineered wood flooring. They include:

• Its very easy and simple to install

• When compared to solid wood flooring, it’s more cost effective.

• It can be utilized alongside an under floor heating

• It can be loose laid, meaning it does not need to be fixed in position

• It is available in multiple varieties of wood and finishes

• It can be incorporated alongside an underlay including thermal barriers

• It can be utilized in areas with a fluctuating humidity and temperature.

• It is available in different kinds of thickness.

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