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Wells-next-the-Sea - NR23
Enquiry from: Barbara F
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I need to replace wooden floorboards by a main window which have been damaged by water seepage.
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Wells-next-the-Sea - NR23
Enquiry from: Barbara F
Start Date: Immediate
I need to replace wooden floorboards by a main window which have been damaged by water seepage.
Swaffham - PE37
Enquiry from: Ben G
Start Date: Immediate
bbq area stainless steel work tops to be re fitted. wooden structure to be put in place to support the stainless steel work tops ideally would like it done next weeek as i have family bbq. please let ...
Norwich - NR14
Enquiry from: Tracey F
Start Date: Immediate
Quote for removing fitted hob and oven to allow freestanding cooker, make good and add a cupboard.
Great Yarmouth - NR29
Enquiry from: Samantha W
Start Date: Immediate
Recommended by a friend. Have dressing room which we would like fitting out with wardrobes, shelf’s etc. Thank you
Sheringham - NR26
Enquiry from: Iwan W
Start Date: Immediate
hello there, my name is iwan and i’ve been looking at your website the past week because i’ve recently moved into the area and looking for a job. your company stands out to me and really relates t...
Wymondham - NR18
Enquiry from: Carrie W
Start Date: Immediate
Paul: can you please call me as I need to arrange a site visit at Burfield Hall this week commenci*** July. Many thanks Carrie
King's Lynn - PE30
Enquiry from: BARRY J
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
install loft ladder (already purchased) are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what type of job are you looking to have done: other do you require a door(s): n...
Diss, Eye - IP21
Enquiry from: Solomon M
Start Date: Immediate
Hello, I am a 2nd year carpentry apprentice looking for someone to take me on. I have my own set of tools and my own transport. If this appeals to you please contact me back. Thank you
Norwich - NR14
Enquiry from: Simon J
Start Date: Immediate
I'm looking to convert my summerhouse into a garden office. It currently has single cladding and thin pvc doors and windows. So its more the need to insulate and install double glazed door and windows...
Dereham - NR19
Enquiry from: Anthony C
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
would like a to have the carpet removed form our stairs and it made into wooden staircase. would also like to remove banister and have a bespoke shoe rack built in are you the property owner: owner of...
Dereham - NR19
Enquiry from: Jacqueline L
Start Date: Immediate
Quote for skirting fitted
Swaffham - PE37
Enquiry from: Barry A
Start Date: Immediate
Hi, I am looking for carpentry work in Norfolk. I have recently moved to Norfolk to be with my partner and am looking find a company to work for. I have my level 3 NVQ in Carpentry and my master cra...
King's Lynn - PE31
Enquiry from: James B
Start Date: Immediate
replace the inside pane on sasha window are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what service are you looking for: reglazing how many windows are involved: one what ma...
Dereham - NR19
Enquiry from: Basil B
Start Date: Immediate
Update to existing staircase, complete new banister installed.
Great Yarmouth - NR29
Enquiry from: Lesley B
Start Date: Immediate
The work I would like to have done is as follows:- - A raised flowerbed using existing wood bought for this - An area of slabs laying beside the shed and round the back and right hand side so yo...
Norwich - NR2
Enquiry from: Anesu M
Start Date: Immediate
Hello, you have provided a quote(QU-0110 ) for a property we manage on st giles. We are just looking for some clarification. Could you please let us know whether the windows will be a like of like re...
Thetford - IP24
Enquiry from: Kirstie P
Start Date: Immediate
we are looking for someone to help landscape our front and back garden. currently both just grass and the back has a patio approx 3x6m off the back of the house. we have plans to put a garden room and...
King's Lynn - PE32
Enquiry from: Clair S
Start Date: Immediate
Hi, I a emailing regarding a quotation for two windows for my shepherds hut. Could you please quote prices for single glazed and with the different wood options available. Window 1 - 1mtr x 75...
Thetford - IP24
Enquiry from: Sarah C
Start Date: Immediate
We recently had carpets installed and the doors need to be trimmed. Most of them are fire doors
King's Lynn - PE32
Enquiry from: Andrew L
Start Date: Immediate
Fit mistral worktop Left of Oven cut to size, scribe to wall, finish end cuts and fix to the installed unit. Right of Oven cut to size, scribe to wall, finish end cuts and prep for joining. Return ...
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 Norfolk | £975-£2,495 |
Carpenters and joiners in Norfolk | £375-£575 |
Plasterboard dry lining in Norfolk | £638-£978 |
Wood flooring in Norfolk | £750-£1,150 |
Wooden decking in Norfolk | £1,125-£1,725 |
Garden shed in Norfolk | £450-£690 |
Wooden window repair in Norfolk | £210-£740 |
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.
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 Lay Wood Flooring
Laying of wood flooring is actually a very simple task contrary to many beliefs. First and foremost, before commencement of the fitting process, you must determine the direction you would like the engineered wood flooring to lie in. To do this the right way, they should lie in the direction of the the longest wall. However, if your subfloor is wooden, then having the boards positioned across the joists underneath would be your best bet to get started.
Here are some simple steps to follow to properly lay your wood flooring:
• Start from a corner, working from left to right and place the initial rows of the boards with the groove’s end directly opposite the closest wall.
• Make use of expansion spacers. Place them in between the wall and the board alongside an expansion gap of about 8 to 10mm.
• Place the board’s final rows at about 100mm wide. To achieve this, it is crucial to be pro-active with the measurement and cut the boards (if you deem fit) to adjust the first row.
• With the help of the click system, the boards will click together.
• Fit in the next board. Ensure to attach the tongues together (30 degrees from the floor) and once done, you can proceed to lower and lock it in place. Do this till you get to the end of the row.
• Cut the last board of the row to size if its too long.
• If the part cut off is up to 300mm, simply use it to start the next row. If not, cut a new board in half to use.
• Put the rows side by side in such a way to ensure the joints are staggered at each and every row. Keep a consistent gap between the wall and the planks via the continuous use of the spacers.
• Lay a plank over the last row to determine the width of the previous board. Position a new plank in a way that its tongue is directly against the wall. Once done, proceed to mark a line of plank underneath to get the required width. Then, fit the plank into the space with the help of a pull bar and hammer.
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If your deck isn’t going to be flat to the ground, it’s a good idea to have some kind of balustrade to avoid any tripping. If the gap between the deck and the ground is less than 600mm, use a 900mm balustrade. If it’s higher than 600mm, the balustrade should be 1100mm tall.
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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