Carpentry
Tring - HP23
Enquiry from: Ian C
Start Date: Less than one month
pent shed 8 x 4.required within 3 weeks. time scale: less than one month please call to appoint
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Tring - HP23
Enquiry from: Ian C
Start Date: Less than one month
pent shed 8 x 4.required within 3 weeks. time scale: less than one month please call to appoint
Tring - HP23
Enquiry from: Robin A
Start Date: Immediate
We have decking but it was not well installed and has been subject to some rotting. - Estimated Service Date: 11/07/2016 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 250 - Reason for Request: To get quotes and ...
Tring - HP23
Enquiry from: Julia J
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Draught proofing of wooden french doors and 4 x small windows above in living room. Some repairs also required to doors due to decay. Replacement of decayed timber window sills and draught proofin...
Aylesbury - HP19
Enquiry from: George H
Start Date: Immediate
B&Q have designed us a kitchen of 13 units, with eye level double oven, gas hob, cooker hood, dishwasher, etc. which requires fitting.
Princes Risborough - HP27
Enquiry from: Lorraine M
Start Date: Immediate
I’m looking to have a bin store sorted and some boxing in done in a hallway - could you let me know if you would come and quote - many thanks
Aylesbury - HP17
Enquiry from: Bola U
Start Date: Immediate
I need a bespoke understairs storage made
Chinnor - OX39
Enquiry from: Nikki J
Start Date: Immediate
I am looking to replace 6 upstairs internal doors. Please can you give me a quote for this? Many thanks.
Princes Risborough - HP27
Enquiry from: Virginia M
Start Date: Immediate
Customer is looking for Kitchen Fitting quotes. They are unsure of options so would like to discuss. Confirmed interest via email/SMS/ Customer lives in Princes Risborough area Please call to arrange...
High Wycombe - HP13
Enquiry from: Zara A
Start Date: Immediate
i need 3 doors shaved from the bottom and the doors put back on are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: terrace what type of job are you looking to have done: wooden window...
High Wycombe - HP12
Enquiry from: Andrew T
Start Date: Immediate
2 internal doors fitted, one door changed so hinge on other side of the frame. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what type of job are you looking to have d...
Aylesbury - HP19
Enquiry from: Daniela N
Start Date: Less than one month
4 x internal doors replacement are you the property owner: owner of the property what type of job are you looking to have done: other do you require a door(s): none what level of service do you requir...
High Wycombe - HP14
Enquiry from: Anjuna B
Start Date: Immediate
make decking on raised part of the garden. are you the property owner: owner property type: detached do you have a: medium size garden garden type: back garden work required: decking current state of...
High Wycombe - HP14
Enquiry from: Anjuna B
Start Date: Immediate
make decking on raised part of the garden. are you the property owner: owner property type: detached do you have a: medium size garden garden type: back garden work required: decking current state of...
Aylesbury - HP21
Enquiry from: Simon B
Start Date: Immediate
12ft x 12ft wooden deck supplied and fitted are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint
Princes Risborough - HP27
Enquiry from: DEREK W
Start Date: Immediate
clear the whole garden of everything and start from scratch are you the property owner: owner of the property garden type: back garden, front garden current state of garden: the garden is not yet clea...
Aylesbury - HP22
Enquiry from: Lauren S
Start Date: Immediate
customer in aylesbury area has requested that we arrange quotes for their garden shed project.ms are considering various options and would like to discuss with a carpenter directly.please call to disc...
High Wycombe - HP14
Enquiry from: Martin S
Start Date: Immediate
replace current wooden deck with composite with replacement of some wooden piers and supports are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you re...
High Wycombe - HP11
Enquiry from: David C
Start Date: Immediate
i have. 12 x 8 modular shed that needs building. looking for a quote are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have a: large garden what level of service are you looking for: install p...
High Wycombe - HP14
Enquiry from: Martin S
Start Date: Immediate
replace current wooden deck with composite with replacement of some wooden piers and supports are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you re...
Aylesbury - HP21
Enquiry from: Mike H
Start Date: Immediate
approximately 9m x 3.5m low maintenance decking with lights and power are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck p...
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.
View our Carpenter cost guide View our Carpenter adviceCarpenter job | Carpenter cost in 2024 |
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Kitchen Fitting in Tring | £1,238-£3,748 |
Carpenters and joiners in Tring | £375-£575 |
Plasterboard dry lining in Tring | £638-£978 |
Wood flooring in Tring | £750-£1,150 |
Wooden decking in Tring | £663-£3,363 |
Garden shed in Tring | £300-£545 |
Wooden window repair in Tring | £320-£480 |
Carpenters are involved with numerous diverse kinds of construction, from home improvement to cabinet making, and framing to large construction projects.
Since the start of time, men have utilised hand tools to make things. You need to understand the correct usage of a hand saw, hammer, plane, screwdriver, and other manual tools. These tools are used to attach ready pieces and produce a complete product, such as nails, screws, and dowels (pre-formed fragments of wood that fit into pre-drilled holes), which are then fastened and amassed.
Carpenters must be adept with the safety and proper usage of numerous power tools, including the ones that do the cutting, shaping, and refining of the wood. This permits constituents to take the arrangement desired for a specific project. Some of these tools include large table saws and drills, band saws and sanders. Apart from power tools, there are also tons of power hand tools including saws and hand drills that can help with the smaller details of any project.
Cabinetry and Furniture Making
Being a cabinet fabricator or furniture maker gives you the chance to build purposeful devices for a home. You need to be able to plan cabinets, chairs, tables, and other products, frequently to fit into a provided space. It is up to you to pick the proper material such as wood, metal, or fabric, and then make the decision about the type of stain or paint, and also the necessary hardware needed to attach the cabinets and complete the furniture.
Residential Carpentry
Looking to become a residential carpenter? Your primary work would be on home improvement and other repair projects; indoors and outdoors. Residential carpenters complete setting up projects on wood flooring, outdoor decks, and patios. This job requires you to design your projects and then work on those designs. You also have to be skilful at work with your client base of proprietors, who you have to satisfy both aesthetically and financially, by keeping costs in check.
Installing wooden flooring is a quite simple process, however to get it right the first time, there are very essential preparations that must be made. 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.
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Two of the commonly used terms in the UK and Irish construction industry is “First Fix and “Second Fix First fix encompasses all the work required to take a building from foundation to stroking plaster on the interior walls. This comprises of building walls, floors and ceilings, and implanting cables for electrical supply and pipes for water supply.
Some claim that First Fix starts after the shell of the building is complete, and ends when the walls are plastered. Some of the elements in the first fix are as follows.
• Drain runs: must be downhill and straight
• Spare conduits: drawstrings
• Soil pipes
• Copper pipes
• Normal pipes
• Doorbell
• Door frames
• Pocket doorframes
• Stairwell
• MVHR (mechanical heat recovery ventilation runs)
• Push-fit or other plastic piping
• Electrical back boxes
• Electricity cable runs
• Telephone, data and audio-visual cables
• Socket location
• Security
• Fire alarm
• Sound insulation
• Plasterboarding
It is to be kept in mind that the list goes on as there are several things that you can do when you are building a house from scratch and it is impossible to cover each and every aspect in detail.
The second fix includes all the work after the plastering of a complete house. These include linking cables to the electrical fittings, coupling pipes to the baths and sinks and fitting doors into doorframes. Second fix work requires a tidier finish than the first fix.
Carpenters, electricians and plumbers get a proper idea on the division of work. They will also be able to visit the construction site at different times.
Project managers can simply report it as the "first fix complete" or "the second fix 50% done" and others would very easily understand.
Regardless of the fact that a construction company might specialise in a certain form of fix, be it the first or the second, they are obligated to have a rudimentary understanding of both and are required to perform them from time to time.
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:
To install onto plywood, you can follow this guide:
How Much Plasterboard Do I Need?
Although many people especially contractors have a tough time estimating the number of drywall or plasterboard needed to complete a project, it’s a rather simple task if all factors are taken into consideration. If you’re able to follow the same procedures taken by professionals to count dry wall sheets, you’ll be in the right direction. Let’s have a look at the procedures to follow!
lTake Square Footage Measurement
• Measure the square footage of the area where the plasterboard will be fitted.
• Multiply the height by the width of each wall or ceiling area.
• Add all quantities to obtain a total square-foot amount.
lCalculate Drywall Sheets
• To calculate the number of drywall or plasterboard sheet is very simple once you’ve gotten the total square footage.
• To get started, simply divide the total square footage of area by 32 (that’s if you are using a 4 by 8 sheets) or you can also make use of 48 to make the division (only if you’re making use of the 4 by 12 sheets).
• The answer you get after the division will give you the full number of plasterboard sheets that’s required to complete the project.
We’d recommend you include an extra 10 to 15 percent of whatever you calculate to take care of the possible odd cuts and wastages. This implies that if your total area is 1600 square feet while incorporating 4 by 8 sheets, simply divide 1600 by 32 which equals 50 sheets, now take 10% of 50 which equals 5, then add back the 5 extra to the 50 sheets earlier calculated to get 55 sheets. If you wish to estimate the cost, simply multiply the number of sheets gotten by the price per sheet. Do not forget to include delivery charges and local taxes.
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