Carpentry
Wigan - WN4
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Hi im just asking for my son if you are taking on any apprentices Thanks Dave
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Wigan - WN4
Enquiry from: Dave C
Start Date: Immediate
Hi im just asking for my son if you are taking on any apprentices Thanks Dave
Wigan - WN6
Enquiry from: Mandy H
Start Date: Immediate
Hi we’ve had a kitchen installed with an integrated extractor in a cupboard but the wrong size extractor has been installed for the hob and room size so we need to fit a bigger one which is being su...
Skelmersdale, Wigan - WN8
Enquiry from: Jacinta B
Start Date: Immediate
Garden arch fitted around an existing plant
Skelmersdale, Wigan - WN8
Enquiry from: Jennifer W
Start Date: Immediate
i am looking for a one time back garden clean up. the grass area of my garden is approx 9.6m x 7m with a shed in that space which is approx 2.4m x 1.9m i would need weeding and grass cutting with pre...
Skelmersdale, Wigan - WN8
Enquiry from: Vivien D
Start Date: Immediate
new shed door on side of brick garage with remedial frame repair are you the property owner: relative of owner do you have a: unsure what level of service are you looking for: supply, install, removal...
Wigan - WN5
Enquiry from: Elaine S
Start Date: Immediate
supply and installation of composite decking for patio area are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please...
Wigan - WN2
Enquiry from: Kirsty S
Start Date: Immediate
decking to be re-done as what i have now is old. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to ap...
Wigan - WN5
Enquiry from: Brenda T
Start Date: Immediate
customer in wigan area has requested that we arrange quotes for their wooden decking project.miss are considering various options and would like to discuss with a landscaper directly.please call to di...
Skelmersdale, Wigan - WN8
Enquiry from: Alyson L
Start Date: Immediate
old patio area removed and new decking modern with lights. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call ...
Wigan - WN5
Enquiry from: Jane K
Start Date: Immediate
i want a dunster house gazebo (3x3)erecting asap - please contact me by email not phone as i am in work are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have a: medium size garden what level ...
Skelmersdale, Wigan - WN8
Enquiry from: Ann S
Start Date: Immediate
7.5 mts x 2 mts decking are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint
Skelmersdale, Wigan - WN8
Enquiry from: Dave W
Start Date: Immediate
i need an 8x6 metal shed for motorbike storage building, i have found the shed just need someone to assemble are you the property owner: owner of the property what level of service are you looking for...
Wigan - WN6
Enquiry from: Victoria C
Start Date: Immediate
i need concrete foundations to be put in and the shed to be constructed. i already have the shed and it can be seen at the link below. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/b00is0usqk/ref=ppx_yo_mob_b_tra...
Skelmersdale, Wigan - WN8
Enquiry from: Mike W
Start Date: Immediate
skelmersdale - /approx 30 square metre decking (wood or composite) on a slightly downward sloping part of the garden. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached wh...
Skelmersdale, Wigan - WN8
Enquiry from: Linda M
Start Date: Less than one month
i would like to revamp staircase, skirting, small balustrade at the top of the stairs and add a handrail. small amount of flooring athe the top of the stairs. preference for wood with small glass pan...
Wigan - WN2
Enquiry from: Colin B
Start Date: Immediate
Childs playho***X6FT aprox
Skelmersdale, Wigan - WN8
Enquiry from: Linda K
Start Date: Immediate
Old shed to be dismantled. New shed built and treated
Wigan - WN4
Enquiry from: Robert T
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
wanted 8x6 wooden shed tanalised for durability , 7ft apex style, single door and window design, with tanalised wooden supports laid onto already existing even flagstone base. looking for minimum ...
Wigan - WN6
Enquiry from: Luke J
Start Date: Immediate
Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: Indian stone decking lighting turfing
Skelmersdale, Wigan - WN8
Enquiry from: Madalena C
Start Date: Immediate
Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Other, Work description: Start growing lawn
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 Wigan | £975-£2,495 |
Carpenters and joiners in Wigan | £375-£575 |
Plasterboard dry lining in Wigan | £638-£978 |
Wood flooring in Wigan | £750-£1,150 |
Wooden decking in Wigan | £1,125-£1,725 |
Garden shed in Wigan | £450-£690 |
Wooden window repair in Wigan | £320-£480 |
Though both solid wood and engineered wood can be installed on a concrete sub-floor, the processes are quite different from each other. Solid wood is produced from a single plank of wood which can be reactive to both temperature and humidity changes which is capable of making the wood expand or contract. Hence, the different approach to solid wood and engineered wood flooring installation on concrete. Here, we’ll discuss how you can lay solid wood on your concrete.
First and foremost, you’d have to determine the method you’ll use to attach the planks to the floor. Is it floating whereby you only have to lay the wood flooring on the concrete after fitting the right underlay? You can also go for the most popular installation method which is gluing your floor with a flexible wood adhesive (to be applied to both the boards and the sub-floor). Or perhaps you’d prefer to use the traditional method of nailing the boards to the concrete (the nails will be covered as you lay the subsequent planks and the groove locks with the tongue).
After making this decision, you’d have to ensure that the sub-floor is well prepared for the installation. This implies checking the wood’s moisture content (mustn’t exceed 7 to 8 percent). Also inspect the floor to ensure its neat, if not, clear out the dirt or debris and make sure the surface is flat to avoid post-installation problems.
In the event whereby you discover a high moisture content, you’d want to acquire a damp proof membrane. This will not only enhance the floor’s stability, but also prevent shrinking or warping of the wood due to changes in humidity or temperature.
It is crucial to note that the preparation of the sub-floor is equally as important as the laying of the planks as this can go a long way to improve the durability and strength of your floor. Click here to learn more about wood flooring.
How To Plasterboard A Wall
If you’re looking to plasterboard your wall, one of the essential things to have in mind is that the plasterboard must be hung horizontally and not vertically. Due to the way they’re manufactured, plasterboard sheets normally possess a “grain along the length. This implies that, it’s only when they’re firmly placed perpendicular against the wall that they’re able to achieve their maximum strength. Materials you’ll need to complete this task includes: Tape measure, stanley knife, pencil, spirit level, drill driver or screw gun, surform, drywall screws and handsaw. Now let’s have a look at the wall plasterboarding steps!
• To plasterboard a wall the first step to take is to place each board in such a way to make the edges the centre of the noggins and upright. Also, the the adjoining walls and door openings should fit closely to the edges.
• Work from the door opening to the ending wall. From the the stud’s edge to the noggin’s centre, use your tape measure to measure a cut board and as a rule to mark up.
• Place your spirit level on the marks and use the Stanley knife to run a line along the intended cut. Once done, turn the board on its edge and give a sharp push on the back to split.
• Cut the paper left with the knife after folding the split edge back on itself. This way, you should get a nice and clean edge.
• In its right position, place the board up against the studwork. Install the screws on the board’s edges where a noggin or upright can be seen.
• Mark lines down across the board at the stud’s centre.
• Cut the end boards to length.
• Install the remaining boards as mentioned above. While doing this, make sure the factory edges are together.
• Cut any board extending into an opening and finish the edges using a surform.
We’d recommend you hire the professional services of a plasterer for the best results especially if you lack the necessary training or experience. Plasterboarding a wall can be a tricky challenge and you’d save yourself some time, money and effort by getting it right on the first trial.
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.
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:
The number of hours you would have to invest and the number of holidays you will have will be mentioned on the contract before you undertake a project. It is very common that of you to be asked of work longer than your shift. It is completely your choice if you want to work more hours, but your employer has no right to force it on you.
There are certain guidelines that establishes the maximum number of hours an individual should labour each week. In general, the maximum number of hours for someone not yet 18 years old, is 40 hours in a week, or eight hours a day. For workers who are aged 18 or above, the number of hours increases to 48 hours a week.
You can contact the environmental health department of your local council or the National Health and Safety Executive (0845 345 00 55) for more information and advice about working hours. According to the law, all workers have the right to a holiday of at least 5.6 weeks (or a total of 28 days of paid leave, if you happen to work five days in a week).
Your holidays may be extended than the minimum right, but it is dependent on your employer. The critical things you should keep in mind about holiday rights are:
• holiday entitlement starts as soon as you begin work;
• your employer has a complete say in when you can take your holiday;
• for holidays you get normal pay;
• after completing the job, you will be compensated for any unused holidays.
In order to meet the requirements for the right to once a year leave you need to be categorized as a worker. You will have no statutory right to paid annual leave if you’re self-employed.
You, as a worker will not have a statutory right to paid leave on bank and public holidays. If you are given a paid leave on a bank or public holiday, this can count towards your 4.8 weeks minimum leave privilege. However, you may be provided with a paid leave on bank and public holidays in addition to your annual leave entitlement, if your employer chooses so.
Great Britain has a total of eight permanent bank and public holidays, whereas, Northern Ireland has ten.
There is no automatic right to an enhanced pay rate that you can exercise if you work on a bank or public holiday. Your remuneration depends on your contract of employment.
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