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Thomas Roof Restoration

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16 Sep

Carpentry

Swanley - BR8

Enquiry from: Kelly Z

Start Date: Immediate

hi, i am looking for a front door installation service right now, i will buy a new door by myself. however, i am not sure the correct size of the door. i would like to ask someone to come to measure t...

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06 Feb

Kitchen | Fitting

Swanley - BR8

Enquiry from: Dorcas G

Start Date: Immediate

Cupboards face lift and replacing built in oven and freezer. 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 materi...

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08 Jul

Garden | Decking

Swanley - BR8

Enquiry from: Katie H

Start Date: Immediate

Great, what do you need done? Supply and Installation Ok, what size area are you looking to deck? More than 20sq ft Great, what do you need done? Supply and Installation We only need installation of a...

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09 May

Garden | Decking

Swanley - BR8

Enquiry from: Brian W

Start Date: Immediate

Existing decking L shape overall 16sqm raised 53cm with 3 steps down - Estimated Service Date: 01/07/2016 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 16sq metres - Reason for Request: To just have an idea of th...

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23 Mar

Carpentry

Swanley - BR8

Enquiry from: Diane P

Start Date: Immediate

Home owner Semi detached To fit 4 new interior doors, including framework Please contact to appoint *

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21 Feb

Garden | Decking

London - SW8

Enquiry from: Lujun Z

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an online enquiry for wooden decking and confirmed on telephone, sms and email they would like a call with a carpenter to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. a...

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11 Jun

Kitchen | Fitting

London - SW16

Enquiry from: Zak K

Start Date: Immediate

kitchen units and appliances to be fitted. electrical plumbing and flooring will also need to be done. are you the property owner: owner of the property what level of service do you require: install o...

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13 May

Carpentry

London - SW16

Enquiry from: Sinead M

Start Date: Immediate

entrance steps damp penetration from the top of the concrete steps through the concrete which is causing the steel reinforcement to corrode and expand and 'blow' the surrounding concrete. are you the...

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04 May

Kitchen | Fitting

London - SW4

Enquiry from: James D

Start Date: Immediate

IKEA kitchen fitting - 6 units, hob fitting, built in oven fitting, sink and plumbing connected and worksurface connected.

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15 Mar

Garden | Sheds

Coulsdon - CR5

Enquiry from: Daniel L

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an area at the top of the garden to be excv are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached roughly the size of your garden: 31+ m2 garden type: back garden do you have ...

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09 Mar

Garden | Decking

Coulsdon - CR5

Enquiry from: Rachel W

Start Date: Immediate

weeding required and potentially more jobs in the future are you the property owner: owner property type: terrace do you have a: medium size garden garden type: back garden, front garden current state...

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14 Aug

Garden | Decking

London - SW2

Enquiry from: Angela R

Start Date: Immediate

ms requested quotes for wooden decking from a landscaper around london. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information below is...

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14 Aug

Garden | Sheds

London - SW2

Enquiry from: Angela R

Start Date: Immediate

landscaping and decking with clearance of weeds and garden design with plants and tress put in are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached roughly the size of your g...

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29 Jul

Windows | Wooden | Repair

London - SW12

Enquiry from: Genevieve W

Start Date: Immediate

i need my whole wooden window frame changed and 1 side glass of it is broken single glaze . property type: semi detached what service are you looking for: frame repair how many windows are involved: ...

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01 Jul

Garden | Decking

London - SW2

Enquiry from: Cecilia F

Start Date: Immediate

my small garden requires the bushes to be removed, fencing on 2 sides and the main floor area to be properly paved or half decking an half paved. low maintenance design deas are welcome are you the p...

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24 Apr

Interior work | Stud Walls

London - SW17

Enquiry from: NATASHA A

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3/4 walls need noggins in stud work for rad brackets. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many different rooms are you looking to have wall work on: 3-4 ceili...

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15 Feb

Kitchen | Fitting

London - SW2

Enquiry from: Rob M

Start Date: Immediate

fit kitchen sink and tap are you the property owner: owner of the property what level of service do you require: install only what is your budget for this project: 0-4k how would you define the size o...

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17 Dec

Kitchen | Fitting

London - SW17

Enquiry from: Yasmin S

Start Date: Immediate

Rip out new kitchen, change layout, new ceiling, new floors. New kitchen installed.

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02 Sep

Carpentry

Carshalton - SM5

Enquiry from: Thi S

Start Date: Less than one month

need to install a summerhouse size 15.5 x 12.5 please call to appoint

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16 Aug

Garden | Decking

London - SW16

Enquiry from: Mandy H

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace other forms: wooden decking agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call to appoint

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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 Swanley is:

£1,073

Carpenter job Carpenter cost in 2025
Kitchen Fitting in Swanley £1,238-£3,748
Carpenters and joiners in Swanley £375-£575
Plasterboard dry lining in Swanley £638-£978
Wood flooring in Swanley £750-£1,150
Wooden decking in Swanley £663-£3,363
Garden shed in Swanley £300-£545
Wooden window repair in Swanley £320-£480

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Carpenter FAQs

How to cut plasterboard?

Cutting a plasterboard is a relatively simple process requiring only some basic tools. Unfortunately, the lack of knowledge serves as big deterrent for many people who wishes to put it to good use. Plasterboard can actually be sawn using an ordinary timber saw that’s fine-toothed to get a cleaner edge. However, the basic tools you may also need includes a sharp knife (Stanley Knife), pencil, a fine sandpaper, a straight edge and measurement tape as well as a wall board saw. Let’s have a look at the cutting process!

• Firstly, you need to put the plasterboard sheet flat on a firm surface.

• Use the tape measurement to measure the cut you wish to make.

• With the help of a pencil, simply mark out the part you wish to cut on the plasterboard’s front side.

• Once marked, place a spirited level over the marked spot on the plasterboard sheet you want to cut.

• Cut a shallow mark into the plasterboard sheet using the Stanley Knife to cut along the edge.

• The cut should be slow and gradual to ensure you do not wander off the edge of the marked area.

• Once the shallow cut has been made, turn the plasterboard sheet on its edge and deliver a quick and sharp push towards the plasterboard’s back and on one side of the cut.

• Place the plasterboard sheet backing against a flat surface ensuring the line of the cut is over an edge. Once done, give a quick and sharp push towards the back of the plasterboard sheet and on the part of the board is reaches beyond the edge.

• Using a fine sandpaper, remove all forms of paper burrs.

The process of cutting plasterboard requires a lot of practice. If you lack the training and experience, the cutting process is best left to a proficient professional who can guarantee the best results the first time and save you some additional costs due to potential damages.

What is the supply cost of wooden flooring

Being the primary material used in wooden flooring installation, the floorboards are the main supply costs. With that in mind, you should also know that there are a large variety of wooden flooring types to select from, each with their unique pros and cons which should all be considered before making a purchase decision. If you’re looking to get the supply cost of wooden flooring in the UK, then you’ve come to the right place! Here is a basic price guide of various and some of the most popular types of floorboards.

If you wish to go for an engineered wood flooring, this looks better when compared to laminate and is more affordable than solid wood. You can expect to pay within the range of £20 to about £100 per square metre for this wood flooring type.

Laminate flooring, on the other hand, is also quite cheap, easy to install and quite hardwearing, however it tends to warp over time as a result of exposure to moisture and it also happens to be the least attractive of all the other flooring types. You can expect to pay within the range of £10 to about £50 per square metre for this wood flooring type.

Solid wood flooring is a great option with a better look and feel to it. However, it also tends to warp over time and more difficult to install as against laminate. You can expect to pay within the range of £20 to about £100 per square metre for this wood flooring type.

Parquet flooring is long lasting and very attractive, but quite expensive to have fitted.  You can expect to pay within the range of £25 to about £200 per square metre for this wood flooring type.

How to insulate a shed?
If you spend time in your shed, whether you use it as a summer house or an office, you’ll probably want a bit of insulation in there for when it starts to get chilly. There are different ways to insulate a shed, and some aren’t expensive at all. You just need to decide what the best way for you is. Bubble wrap If you don’t spend too much time in your shed, bubble wrap is an easy and cheap way to insulate your shed. Simply attach bubble wrap strips to the framing of the shed to create an air gap, then screw or nail a sheet of MDF over the top. Fibreglass wool Fibreglass wool is a good option if you want to insulate your shed further. Make sure you use safety equipment to protect your eyes, nose, mouth and hands when you’re handling it. Tack a breathable membrane to the inner walls of the shed, then place the fibreglass wool on top. Add a sheet of MDF or wood board, ensuring all the fibreglass is covered. Insulating shed windows and doors You'll often feel draughts through shed windows and doors, and these are easy to block up. You can use foam filler or liquid wool along the edges of the windows and gaps in the door frame. Let it dry out after you’ve applied it then cut off any excess. Insulate the floor If you’re building a new shed, you could fit some underfloor insulation to the grid of the shed base – it could help reduce up to 40% of heat lost through the shed floor. But if your shed’s already built, you can line the floor with a breathable membrane then lay a rug or piece of carpet down. The membrane underneath stops any damp or rot forming, so it’s best not to lay a rug straight down on the shed floor.
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 lay engineered wood flooring?

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

How much plasterboard do I need?

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.

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.

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.

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