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Haas Home Extensions Group

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Welcome to Haas Extension Group, where we take pride in being the premier suppliers, installers, and design consultants of...
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Essential Paving

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Hi my name is Sam I'm the owner of essential paving we are a family run Business having been in the ground work indus...
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Weatherdry Insulation

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We are a company that specialises in Damp Proofing & Insulation. We have a 100% success rate in resolving damp issues con...
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Austin Evill Construction

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Time Served Bricklayer 35 years in the construction industry, project manage jobs for various clients since 1989. Extensio...
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Home Energy Save GB

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At Home Energy Save GB Ltd we are specialists in all fields of damp proofing and energy efficiency within the home. Wheth...
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Newport drives and patios

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Hello, my name is Jerry. I own a company Newport drives and patios been doing this 10 years now installing block paving ta...

Recent Builder Enquiries

04 May

House Extensions | Single Storey

Cannock - WS12

Enquiry from: Tracy L

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

single storey extension to the repair of a semi detached bungalow. pd approx 7m x 3m. to add a kitchen and additional dining area time scale: 1-3 months please call to appoint

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02 May

Conversion | Basement

Hereford - HR1

Enquiry from: Andrew C

Start Date: Immediate

We have a garage/cellar basement, which we now want converted into a one-bedroom flat. We started to work to turn it into a utility room, now what to take it to the next level during the summer, when ...

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28 Apr

Building work | Wall Rendering

Birmingham - B27

Enquiry from: Galia B

Start Date: Immediate

There is a crack in the render on the gable end of our terrace (a shared gable end as per a lot of victorian properties). The job is to remove the render and repair the brickwork underneath and also r...

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28 Apr

Conversion | Loft

Birmingham - B17

Enquiry from: Penny H

Start Date: Immediate

what type of property is this for? house what type of loft conversion do you need? velux style loft conversion when was the property built? 1921 to 1979 how many stories is the current building? 2 st...

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27 Apr

House Extensions | Single Storey

Cannock - WS12

Enquiry from: Tracy L

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

single storey extension to the repair of a semi detached bungalow. pd approx 7m x 3m. to add a kitchen and additional dining area time scale: 1-3 months please call to appoint

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22 Apr

House Extensions | Single Storey

Coventry - CV6

Enquiry from: Magdalena W

Start Date: Immediate

What type of property is this for? House What type of extension do you need? Single storey extension When was the property built? 1921 to 1979 How many stories is the current building? 2 Storeys D...

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14 Apr

Building work | Wall Cladding

Smethwick - B66

Enquiry from: Palvinder S

Start Date: Immediate

Wall panel in bedroom small bedroom including ceiling

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14 Apr

Building work | Refurbishment

Worcester - WR4

Enquiry from: Martin B

Start Date: Immediate

Multiple jobs exterior painting and filling, fencing, repointing, new kitchen.Copper pipe from radiators needs boxing.Possibly work done to conservatory.New shed.

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10 Apr

Building Work | Porch

Cannock - WS12

Enquiry from: Joseph W

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looking for a upvc porch from scratch. it measures 1x2.8m sits on a platform made of concrete about 14cm height

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09 Apr

Building work | Sound Proofing

Birmingham - B21

Enquiry from: Ashraf M

Start Date: Immediate

Soundproof all 4 walls semi-detached house

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09 Apr

Conversion | Loft

West Bromwich - B70

Enquiry from: Anil A

Start Date: Immediate

roof and room conversation

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04 Apr

Conversion | Loft

Coventry Southern Satellite Villages & Kenilworth - CV8

Enquiry from: Lynda M

Start Date: Immediate

What type of property is this for? House What type of loft conversion do you need? Dormer style loft conversion When was the property built? 1921 to 1979 How many stories is the current building?...

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04 Apr

Driveway Repair

Birmingham - B17

Enquiry from: Jyothish K

Start Date: Immediate

repair the cracks,sealing and polishing the concrete driveway are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: repair to cracks what type...

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02 Apr

Building work | Wall Cladding

Hereford - HR4

Enquiry from: Gail M

Start Date: Immediate

Small hallway, stairs and landing wall panelled and new skirting boards

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31 Mar

Insulation | Loft / Roof

Newcastle - ST5

Enquiry from: Sharanjit M

Start Date: Immediate

Partial attic firewall and loft boarding

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30 Mar

House Extensions

Coventry - CV6

Enquiry from: Manoj M

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an enquiry for house extension and confirmed on the local quotes site they would like quotes from a builder.customer lives in the coventry area and would like a call to discuss options.s...

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24 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Wolverhampton - WV8

Enquiry from: Jason M

Start Date: Immediate

what type of property is this for? house what type of loft conversion do you need? dormer style loft conversion when was the property built? 1980 or later how many stories is the current building? 2 s...

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17 Mar

House Extensions | Single Storey

Wednesbury - WS10

Enquiry from: Rachel B

Start Date: Immediate

What type of property is this for? House What type of extension do you need? Single storey extension How many stories is the current building? 1 Storey (e.g. bungalow) Do you have plans drawn up? ...

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14 Mar

Conversion | Loft

Birmingham - B28

Enquiry from: Amar A

Start Date: Immediate

What project do you need? Loft Conversion What type of property is this for? House When was the property built? 1921 to 1979 How many stories is the current building? 2 Storeys Do you have plans ...

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14 Mar

House Extensions

Worcester - WR3

Enquiry from: Jason T

Start Date: Immediate

To build a boot room at the side of the house, approx. 12 square mtrs.

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How much do Builder services cost?

How much do Builders cost? Prices for Builders in 2025 can fluctuate relying on the sort of work that you need to have carried out in your residence.

Are you planning to erect a new house or structure? If yes, then you’d probably want to know just how much it’ll take to get the project over the line to help you set a budget and start to plan. Building a new house is requires huge financial investment and as a result, there’s the need to carry out your due diligence before you proceed. In this post, we’re going to give you an insight into the prices charged by builders to erect a new home or structure.

First and foremost, like every other home project, the price charged by builders to construct a new house or structure depends on a wide range of factors. These factors include the size, location, accessibility as well as qualifications of the builders you wish to employ just to mention a few. For instance, you’d expect the cost of building two-storey in London to be a lot more expensive than the price of a one-story building in Scotland. However, we’ll try our best to give you an idea of the price range you can expect to incur to complete your project.
In general, a builder will charge within the range of £10 to about £15 per hour on the average. For small building projects which includes wall and foundations repairs, a builder will typically charge about £11 per hour. However, the price charge will depend on the extent of the job due to the fact that simple tasks such as repointing only costs about £10 per hour, while laying new foundations can cost up to £15 per hour.

The table shows the types of work that Builders typically do and the average cost range of these tasks. Some tasks take longer to finish than others so prices do fluctuate by job.

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The average price
of a Builder in Western Midlands is:

£23,813

Builder job Builder cost in 2025
Garage conversion in Western Midlands £4,500-£6,900
Loft conversion in Western Midlands £18,750-£28,750
House extensions in Western Midlands £31,000-£74,000
Loft insulation in Western Midlands £450-£690
Upvc or wood porch in Western Midlands £2,625-£4,025
Barn conversions in Western Midlands £112,500-£172,500
Basement renovation in Western Midlands £30,000-£46,000
Bedroom fitting in Western Midlands £1,500-£2,300
Bricklayers in Western Midlands £300-£460
Cavity wall insulation in Western Midlands £400-£820
Commercial new builds in Western Midlands £105,000-£161,000
Conservatory base in Western Midlands £675-£1,035
Building maintenance in Western Midlands £2,250-£3,450
Building insurance works in Western Midlands £2,250-£3,450
Pebble dashed walls in Western Midlands £2,000-£9,200
Plasterboard dry lining in Western Midlands £638-£978
Residential new builds in Western Midlands £105,000-£161,000
Restoration and refurbishment in Western Midlands £37,500-£57,500
Roof insulation in Western Midlands £7,500-£11,500
Underpinning in Western Midlands £2,250-£3,450
Wall cladding in Western Midlands £1,125-£1,725
Wall rendering in Western Midlands £3,750-£5,750
Demolition in Western Midlands £2,440-£3,660
Roof room in Western Midlands £15,000-£23,000
Shop refurbishment in Western Midlands £3,750-£5,750
Single storey house extension in Western Midlands £23,200-£34,800
Soundproofing in Western Midlands £900-£1,380
Driveway repair in Western Midlands £690-£1,460
Garden room in Western Midlands £6,400-£9,600
External wall insulation in Western Midlands £6,000-£15,000

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Builder 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.

Are barn conversions a good investment?

A barn conversion can be a great investment for lots of reasons. When done well, barn conversions can be great at holding their value, meaning you could sell yours for a great price. They can also look fantastic, often with period features coupled with large areas of glazing. This can make them a great place to live, especially if you enjoy being in the countryside.

However, barn conversions do have their disadvantages. They may require extensive renovation work to bring their energy efficiency levels up to standard, which can be very expensive. It’s also important to be aware of their location – they might be on a working farm or close to several other converted buildings.

It’s essential to get a survey conducted before you buy a barn you plan to convert. This can tell you about any structural problems it might have and give you an indication of whether you might be able to get permission to convert it. You can also buy barns with planning permission already in place.

how much is loft insulation?

More often than not, several homeowners fail to realize there’s so much value sitting right under their roof - the loft. When a loft is insulated, there are so many juicy benefits that can be derived. It can go a long way to save increase you energy savings and several more functions. Therefore, if you really wish to maximize the space under your home’s roof, you’d have to considering insulating it. So how much would it cost to have your loft insulated? Here, you’ll discover the cost of insulating your lofts so you that you can set a budget and start to plan.

 

The cost of insulating a loft is actually affordable for several individuals, however, this depends on a wide range of factors such as the size of the house as well as the type of insulation being installed. One significant factor is the insulating material that you choose to install. If done properly, you’d be able to prevent heat from escaping through the roof of the house which helps improve energy efficiency and ultimately, save you some money on heating bills.

 

If you’d prefer to make it a DIY project and you go for a blanket insulation it costs about £5 per m2. therefore, this will cost within the range of £100 to about £150 for a small home.

 

For a professional service, you’ll be provided with a quote for both the materials and labour. The amount will be based on the number of insulation required, the company hired, your location as well as the method selected. The price to purchase and install blanket insulation  would be between the range of £300 to £400 depending on the size of your home.

Can I extend the front of my house?

When it comes to extending a home, the rear of the house often comes to mind a lot more than the front. However, this doesn’t mean that you can’t extend the front of your house. This can be done either as part of a renovation project whereby the entire house is incorporated or it can also be done in isolation. It’s possible to extend the front of your house without the need to apply for a planning permission, however, there are a bunch of limitations you’d have to comply with if you wish to carry out with such a project. Sometimes, this may imply that extending to the front of your home is more tedious and tasking than extending your home’s rear. So exactly how far can you extend the front of your home without planning permission?

 

The short and simple answer to this question is 2 metres square area with a height not more than 3 metres. Generally, you do not need a planning permission to build a front porch as long as its area doesn’t go beyond 2 square metres from a public road or walkway. Also, a tiled or slated roof can be as much as 4 metres but other roofs must not go beyond 3 metres in height. If you want to extend the front of your home beyond the restrictions specified, then you’ll have to apply for a planning permission.

 

Extending the front of home can be quite costly, but this can be controlled by not building to the extension to the highest specification, not including an extension on kitchens or bathrooms and more.

how much to render a house?

Rendering a house’s external walls is one of the cheapest and most effective ways by which a building can be made waterproof and also good looking. If you’re thinking about rendering your house, figuring out the cost of completion is usually one of the most important things you’ll have to consider before you proceed and if you don’t know where to start, finding an experienced tradesperson who possesses several years of experience as well as the ability to overcome the different issues that he may be faced with while on the project is paramount. If you’re able to get one, however, you should know that they rarely come cheap.

When trying to determine the accurate house rendering cost estimate , a tradesperson will put into consideration a great number of factors. Even at that, a rough estimate still requires both skills and expertise to be able to take into account all the necessary factors. In general, a typical 3 bedroom home in the UK will cost within the range of £4000 to about £5500 for a complete render job on the outside and covering from top to bottom.

Usually, the most important factor which play the biggest role when determining rendering costs is the area that’s going to be covered by the render mix. Professional contractors will provide a quote based on the rendering costs per square metre. Below are some rough estimates of rendering costs of properties depending on their size (without VAT).

✓ For a small mid terrace house of about 40 to 50 square metre, the total rendering cost estimate is £3000 to £4000.

✓ For a large mid terrace house of about 70 to 180 square metre, the total rendering cost estimate is £3000 to £5000.

✓ For a three bedroom detached house of about 100 to 160 square metre, the total rendering cost estimate is £4000 to £5500.

is cavity wall insulation a good idea?

Cavity wall insulation is basically the process of installing an insulating material between the two layers of brick making up a cavity wall, either as a retrofit measure or at the time of building. Obviously this is not a choice if you have solid wall, but for those who do possess a cavity wall, it represents an opportunity you may not want to let slide as it is a worthwhile and affordable wall insulation option. Clearly, cavity wall insulation will make your home or property feel warmer, but it also does come with a range of other benefits which is why we’d recommend installing it. In this post, we’re going to look at a number of reasons why having a cavity wall insulation done is a good idea.

  • It’s one of the cheapest energy saving measures that’s available. Not only is cavity wall insulation really effective, but it can also deliver great saving. In other words, it possesses a bigger payback compared to other options. When compared to other types of insulation, you can’t install cavity walls insulation by yourself, however it’s not so expensive to have it installed. The cost of the insulation will be determined by a number of factors such as your location, the company hired and more.
  • It reduces your energy bills. Cavity wall insulation can save you about £100 to £200 on a yearly basis on heating bills. In other words, this is usually able to pay for itself in as little as two years.
  • It reduces your carbon carbon footprint. If your home is heated with gas or electricity like several other homes, producing that energy involves burning fossil fuels which is known to be hazardous for the environment. If the heat generated is now allowed to escape through the walls, that means you’d have to use more to keep up your required temperature. Installation of cavity wall insulation in homes will enable a more efficient usage of the energy which will ultimately cut UK’s carbon usage.
how does cavity wall insulation work?

In recent times, more and more home and property owners are starting to come to terms with the large returns and little investment in cavity wall insulation provides. For a relatively little amount you can achieve a lot, from an increase in your home’s energy efficiency and reduction in heating bills to a huge boost in your property’s resale value and lots more. This makes you wonder how an ordinary insulation can help you achieve so much, right? Well, you’re definitely not alone! Several other potential investors are also eager to know exactly how the cavity wall insulation works to deliver all these juicy benefits. In this post, we’re going to go provide you with a detailed insight on how cavity wall insulation works. Let’s take a look!

 

Typically, cavity wall insulation works as acting as a shield which prevents the escape of heat from your home. It features a reflective surface which serves as a barrier to reflect heat from one side of the panel, effectively minimizing the amount of heat conduction that escapes through. This protection of your home from heat penetration comes with a couple of benefits with the obvious one being an incredible thermal efficiency. An insulated home or property is able to maintain a much more balanced temperature throughout the year – staying a lot cooler during the summer months and retain the heat generated during the winter months. However, a less talked about benefit is the fact that when an insulation is done during the construction of a house, the whole development phase can be completed a lot quicker. This is mainly because insulation offers total protection against weather conditions which enables internal trades to continue without the need to wait for brickwork or cladding to be completed.

when is underpinning required

If you’re currently experiencing some structural issues with your building or property and you’ve heard a thing or two about the several benefits associated with getting underpinning done, you may be wondering if underpinning might just be the answer to your worries. Well, one thing you should when it comes to underpinning is the fact that, while there are some structural issues that may actually warrant an underpinning job, there are also some situations that can not be fixed by underpinning. In this post, we’re going to consider the events whereby underpinning of your house will be required. Let’s take a look!

First and foremost, you should know that underpinning isn’t required for issues related to slab heave. Footing movements which are likely to reverse normally occur when the content of the soil moisture changes unevenly which gives rise to slab heave. This movement results for a reversible effect.

Generally, underpinning is done to remedy problems related with the movement of the footings of a building or property, but as stated above – not all movements require underpinning. So, when is underpinning required? More often than not, a situation that’s resolved by underpinning is the event whereby the footings of a building or structure drops or subside as a result of some reasons that are irreversible. For example, footing movements caused by a footing set on a soft or loose soil which may be irreversible.

In the event whereby the footings of your house haven’t been installed as deep as required during the initial construction, then you will need to have your building underpinned to make it more stable. If you’re also looking to increase the load on your foundation like adding another storey, you may also need to have your house underpinned to support the extra weight added.

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