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You have some building work and you need a recommended builder to do it.

Rated People is here to help:

• Using Rated People, you can find and choose tradespeople in your area based on what others have said about them
• The builders who use our site cover a wide range of projects from loft conversions to chimney repair
• Post your job, give a clear description and up to 3 recommended builders will contact you to quote on the work
• Then, after the job is complete, simply go back and rate your builder based on the work they have done

Get the recommended builder you need with Rated People. Simply let us know about your project in the form above and we’ll do the rest.

Ratings

Rating:
Property renovation in Little Sutton
"This rating is for the decorating and kitchen fitting. The plumbing will have to be rated later when the bathroom has been done."
Pat - CH66

Rating:
Property renovation in Skewen
"exerlent job quick to respone clean workers "
john paul - SA10

Rating:
Property renovation in Southgate Green
"Mario and his team have been great. We have asked these guys to completely refurbish our home and he has done a great job. His professional and has an eye for what would look better and detail orientated. He has carried out the following works to our house; 2 new bathrooms (inc wall hanging toilets and wash basins and shower room) stone tiles installed, new boiler and megaflow installed, solid wood flooring, floor and wall tiling in the kitchen, full decoration to the house, installing spot lights in the kitchen and halls, replace all radiators (inc wall standing in the kitchen, bathrooms and hallway). Our home looks amazing thanks to Mario and his team. Trust this man with your money and home, his an honest hard working guy - He gives you receipts to every thing he buys. "
S - N13

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Past jobs

• To open up a bedroom to incorporate a very high window in stair case and to put in flooring. - property renovation - Ely East - CB7
• looking for a building team to do a loft conversion & fitted bathroom. - attic and loft conversion - Kensal Green - NW10
• Taking down existing conservatory and building a kitchen. Building plans have been passed by... - house extensions - Kelsey and Eden Park - BR3
• To put up a small wall with door to divide two rooms - property renovation - Kingsthorpe - NN2
• internal non load baring wall to be taken down, new floor, new radiator fitted, new electric... - property renovation - Munster - SW6
• - remove a wall which separates a dining room and a kitchen - replace a lean-to -install... - house extensions - Jubilee - N9
• Hello. I need two walls removing and some RSJ's putting up to replace them. I also need a small... - property renovation - Berkhamsted East - HP4
• domestic refurb to convert home to a childrens home levenshulme - property renovation - Levenshulme - M19
• Renovate one and build 2 houses on the same plot - garage building and outbuilding construction - The Mills - PE16
• 3 storey front extension - shell only: groundworks, walls, floor joists, roofing - house extensions - Conyer - ME9

Builders

A qualified builder will be able to help you on projects such as cellar, garage and loft conversions, extensions and structural changes to your home.

Good builders will be able to advise you on materials, building regulations and whether or not you need to apply for planning permission. It's recommended that for large projects however, you initially employ an architect to discuss layout and best use of space which may save you money in the long term and give you the best result.

Property extensions

If you don't want to move house but need more space an extension will be a great way to give you what you want. Extensions can be complex and you may need planning permission whereas if you can convert existing space such as your attic or basement, this might be a simpler and more cost effective option.

Attic and loft conversions

Unlike the 'build upward' technique employed for two-storey extensions, your loft already has most of the structural parts in place and a lot of wiring and pipe work is nearby in the floor of your attic so extending circuits and pipes will be a lot easier.

On the other hand, lofts tend to be awkward in shape and you may not be lucky enough to have the right amount of viable or liveable space in which case you'll have to build outwards or add more room with a dormer extension. As attics aren't built for heavy traffic, you'll also have to strengthen joists in the floorboards and add in a sub-floor.

You also need to consider access issues and make sure that any staircases are planned correctly in the context of the rest of the house.

Basement conversions

A basement or cellar conversion is easier to do yourself compared to the more complex loft conversion and the extension which , unless you are qualified, will need a professional builder. As basements rest on solid foundations, they need less strengthening and structural work. The main thing to be aware of for basement conversions is the risk of damp. You can get round the damp problem with de-humidifiers and good damp coursing.

Creating the illusion of space

In the absence of 'spare room' you can create the illusion of space by knocking down a non load-bearing wall. The trick to this is ensuring that the wall you plan to demolish is actually non load-bearing. Experienced builders will be able to help you with this.

Find local recommended builders with reviews

You'll be able to find reliable and recommended builders and contractors to do your building work, with Rated People.

The builders Rated People finds for you will have been rated by other local people in your area. Once we've found you 3 builders or building contractors to quote on your building work, you'll be able to take a look at their customer reviews and pick the best.

Not ready?

If you're not ready to post your job for builders yet, don't worry, there's more information on the site to help you make the right choices, find out more about building and builders and know what to do when you're ready to find one.

Builders

Builders carry out a wide variety of roles in all areas of house construction, repair and renovation. If you’ve got a construction project you need completing such as an extension or conversion, a qualified builder can do this for you and advise you on all related matters, such as the best materials to use and what building regulations you need to comply with.

Many house builders specialise in all types of home construction projects while others have expert skills and knowledge in particular areas of the trade.

Types of builders

The type of builder you wish to hire will of course depend on the nature of the work you need doing. If you have an old property in need of structural work, for example, you’ll want to find local builders who specialise in working on foundations and other structural elements. If you need to repair or replace a staircase, you’ll need to hire a building contractor with the required skills. Depending on the material the staircase is made of, you should look for house builders who are experienced in carpentry or metalworking.

Extension builders

Extension builders and room conversion specialists can also be hired for extension projects around the home.

Popular types of extensions and renovations
You may want to create extra space to accommodate a growing family, or to have your own home office. Alternatively you may be seeking to add resale value to your house. Either way, extension builders and others can advise you on the best way of making the best use of the space you have, and adding some more you didn’t realise you had. Loft and basement conversions are popular cost-effective choices for creating extra space without adding to the overall size of the house, while a variety of styles of extension can be created with the right planning permission.

To locate recommended builders and find a builder for your project, simply submit your job today!