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Craig got in touch quickly, gave me a rough estimate over the phone and answered all my questions. Surveyor arrived on time, gave instant quote. Price was good. Michael and (another) Craig turned up to do the job on the day, time given. Good, tidy job. Can't fault anything, from start to finish!! Would recommend!
Mary
George and his team are experienced builders, replaced my front door with a custom frame/sidelights and raising the floor level in the hallway quite quickly - in fact, they were the only who came next day, gave a quote straightaway and were ready to start in just couple of days. They also had all the necessary tools and materials, were ready to buy something additional quickly on the day - if further adjustments were required to fit everything as I asked. Thanks a lot for your help, guys!
Dmitry
Highly recommend. These guys did a fantastic job of constructing our pergola and decking. Very hardworking and reliable. The job was completed in the time frame agreed and to a very high standard. We would 100% use them again.
Holly
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What is home improvement?
Home improvement encompasses a wide range of projects aimed at enhancing your home’s functionality, aesthetics, and overall value. These projects can vary from simple cosmetic updates like painting and decorating to major renovations such as kitchen remodels or adding extra rooms. Whether you’re looking to modernise your living space, increase energy efficiency, or prepare your home for sale, professional home improvement services can help you achieve your goals.
What types of tradespeople would I need for a home improvement job?
Home improvement projects often require a variety of skilled tradespeople to ensure that each aspect of the job is completed to a high standard. Here’s a detailed look at the types of tradespeople you might need for different types of home improvement jobs:
Builders
Builders are essential for any structural changes or major renovations to your home. They handle tasks such as building extensions, adding new rooms, converting attics or basements, and making significant alterations to the layout of your house. Builders can also manage large-scale projects, coordinating with other trades to ensure the work is completed efficiently and safely.
Electricians
Electricians are responsible for all electrical installations, repairs, and upgrades. Whether you’re rewiring your home, installing new lighting fixtures, or adding power outlets, a qualified electrician ensures that all electrical work meets safety standards and building codes. They are also essential for integrating modern smart home technologies and ensuring energy-efficient electrical systems.
Plumbers
Plumbers handle any work related to water systems in your home. This includes installing and repairing pipes, fitting new bathrooms or kitchens, and ensuring proper drainage. Plumbers are crucial for any projects involving water supply, such as bathroom remodels, kitchen renovations, and installing appliances like dishwashers and washing machines.
Carpenters
Carpenters provide a wide range of services, from constructing structural elements like staircases and frameworks to creating custom cabinetry and furniture. They are skilled in working with wood and other materials to build and install items that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Carpenters are essential for bespoke projects and detailed interior work.
Painters and Decorators
Painters and decorators enhance the appearance of your home through painting, wallpapering, and other finishing touches. They prepare surfaces, select appropriate materials, and apply paint or wallpaper to achieve a polished look. Their work can transform the interior and exterior of your home, adding value and improving the overall aesthetic.
Flooring Specialists
Flooring specialists are experts in installing and repairing various types of flooring, including hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl, and carpet. They ensure that floors are laid correctly, providing a durable and attractive surface. Flooring specialists also advise on the best materials for different areas of your home, taking into account factors like foot traffic and moisture levels.
Roofers
Roofers are responsible for maintaining, repairing, and installing roofs. They work with a variety of materials, such as shingles, tiles, and metal, to ensure your home is protected from the elements. Roofers are crucial for addressing leaks, replacing damaged sections, and installing new roofing systems.
Landscapers
Landscapers focus on improving the outdoor areas of your property. They design and execute plans for gardens, patios, driveways, and other landscape features. Landscapers can also handle tasks such as planting, lawn care, building retaining walls, and installing outdoor lighting and irrigation systems. Their work enhances curb appeal and creates functional, beautiful outdoor spaces.
Tilers
Tilers specialise in laying tiles on floors, walls, and other surfaces. They work with materials like ceramic, porcelain, stone, and glass to create durable and attractive surfaces in bathrooms, kitchens, and other areas. Tilers ensure that tiles are properly aligned, grouted, and sealed, providing a long-lasting finish that is both functional and decorative.
Glaziers
Glaziers, or window fitters, are experts in installing and repairing glass features in your home, such as windows, doors, and skylights. They work with various types of glass to ensure that installations are secure, energy-efficient, and visually appealing. Glaziers can also install custom glass features like shower enclosures, mirrors, and glass balustrades.
Plasterers
Plasterers prepare and apply plaster to walls and ceilings to create smooth or textured finishes. They are skilled in both traditional plastering techniques and modern drywall installations. Plasterers play a key role in achieving a high-quality finish for interior walls and can also work on decorative plasterwork and mouldings.
What home improvements add the most value?
Certain home improvement projects can significantly increase your home’s value. These include:
- Kitchen Remodels: Upgrading your kitchen with modern appliances, new cabinets, and quality countertops can provide a high return on investment.
- Bathroom Renovations: Updating fixtures, tiling, and adding extra bathrooms can enhance your home’s appeal.
- Energy-Efficient Upgrades: Installing energy-efficient windows, doors, and insulation can reduce utility costs and increase your home’s market value.
- Adding Living Space: Converting attics, basements, or building extensions adds usable square footage, which can attract buyers and boost property value.
- Curb Appeal Enhancements: Improving the exterior appearance of your home with landscaping, new siding, or a fresh coat of paint can make a strong first impression.
Other home improvement FAQs
What home improvement decreases a home’s value?
Some improvements might not yield the desired return on investment and could even decrease your home’s value. Overly personalised renovations, excessive high-end upgrades in a modest home, or projects that reduce the number of bedrooms can negatively impact your property’s value.
How long does it take to flip a house?
The time required to flip a house varies depending on the extent of renovations needed and the availability of contractors. On average, a house flip can take anywhere from a few months to a year, from purchasing the property to completing the renovations and selling it.
What is the easiest home improvement?
One of the easiest and most cost-effective home improvements is painting. A fresh coat of paint can dramatically change the look and feel of a room, making it a quick and impactful upgrade.
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B J ROSE BUILDER
Home Improvements
Established family run building business for over 35 years. Specialising in everything from garden walls through full new build. Fully insured.
J & K Construction
Home Improvements
Family run business who can deal with anything in the construction industry, ranging from brickwork , slabbing, fencing & any outdoor work Honest , hardworking & respectful
Excellent job, on time and efficient. I have more work going their way.
Established in 2001, I.c.joinery are a well respected family ran company doing everything from small projects up to contract work for the ministry of defence. The pride we take in our work speaks for itself. Offering a full design, manufacturing (in our own workshops) and installation service, also project management with access to all trades.
Ian was so nice and helpful and did a fantastic job! Both my daughters and I are over the moon with the beds Ian has designed and made for us. Thanks you so much Ian
HRN Property Resolution LTD
Home Improvements
Hello, Together over 8 years of experience working in construction industry, 4 words to best describe ourselves would be Punctual, Experienced, Dedicated and Professional. Our main speciality is reporting and general bricklaying, main area we cover is Cheshire.
POWERHOUSE CONSTRUCTION
Home Improvements
Hi, We're powerhouse construction, We’re new to rated people but certainly not new to the trade. We're a small firm based in East Sussex with 16 years experience. We take old and run down spaces and turn them into awesome family homes. There's no need to sell your property, just extend or renovate to make more in equity We're great at maximising the potential. I hope we build your dream living area very soon. Typical size of job would range from a small renovations to big extensions.
PeakBrickwork SE ltd
Home Improvements
Davall construction have vast experience in all areas of construction and building maintenance. we deliver a quality service every time , with customer focus from concept to completion
Good price and completed the job quickly to good quality. Highly recommended.
MOST RELIABLE! SANDAROV LTD we know good work needs a great team. That's why when it comes to working with our customers for building and property maintenance we go above and beyond - doing all that's required to complete work to a high standard every time. With over 15 years of experience in the building industry, our reputation precedes us; thanks to our excellent attention to detail, competitive prices and long-term customer relationships. So, why should you choose SANDAROV for your next project? When it comes to delivering excellent quality work, you can rely on us. We're experts in our field, providing our clients with world-class work on anything from large-scale commercial construction to residential repairs. We pride ourselves on offering a dynamic, professional experience from the start to the finish of every project we undertake. With our professional experience and the pride we take in our work, no challenge is too large or too small for our talented team. Whatever your needs, let us know - and we can transform your plans and ideas into reality. With fast response times, bespoke design service and a two-year guarantee of all our work, you're putting your property in the safe hands. Got a fast turnaround on your next project? We offer fixed-price quotes and excellent timescales for a whole range of different construction and maintenance services, allowing you to get the work done when you need it done. Whether you're considering building from scratch, you're simply looking for a professional plumbing service, or you need some tiling done, we've got it covered. Our team of industry experts are equipped to complete the construction and maintenance work you need. From boiler installation to painting, carpentry to loft conversions; we're the ones you want to call. Thanks to our complete coverage for both employer and public liability insurance, we're a business you can trust to make those big changes. Our versatile team can do it all, whether it's providing maintenance to your existing property or transforming your kitchen or bathroom. We do it all, from full-house refurbishments to individual plumbing jobs. Whatever your problem, we're the service you can call and rely on. Do we sound like the perfect fit for your next project? Contact us today to find out more about our services, and what we can do for you. We're ready and waiting for your call, and we'll even provide you with a full reference list of our last projects for added peace of mind.
Anton did a great emergency call out job on some pipe work. I called him on Monday late afternoon, and he was able to come and see the work that needed to be done within the hour, he was then able to start work the following day, working around the roofers we had on site too. As I wasnt onsite when he did the inspection he sent me a video of the work that he was going to do, which was great! I would definitely recommend him, and will be getting a quote for some other jobs that need doing. Thanks Anton
With over 15 years building experience in the construction industry, GN Building Services (Stafford) Ltd are experts in all aspects of construction and project management. We specialise in both traditional and cutting-edge design and building methods. GN Building Services (Stafford) Ltd is not only a building company. We cover the entire project, from planning, design, building, renovating, electrical installation, tiling, and plumbing. We do not use subcontractors; all work is completed by our own employees. This means no delays, no waiting for specialist tradesmen; we finish the entire job within budget and on time.
If you want building work done then GN Building Services are brilliant, not just excellent!. Before we said to go ahead he had introduced us to four former clients and showed us the work completed. He and his team are probably the hardest working tradesmen I have ever come across and talk about working to time and budget. I should really keep this review quiet as they are very much in demand and I need some more work doing - but I can not rate them highly enough.
JBS HOME IMPROVEMENTS LTD
Home Improvements
At JBS Home Improvements Ltd, we pride ourselves in completing work to a high standard and stylish finish. We are regularly praised by our customers for our communication throughout projects and our employee's excellent manner with customers. All of our team are uniformed, insured and drive sign-written vans. We employ a team of highly skilled, experienced and local tradesmen for each trade. This means that we don't subcontract; so you know exactly who is going to arrive at your home each day. We specialise in being able to project manage your build, from the initial planning and designing stage, right through to completion and the final coat of paint. All of our work is guaranteed with our own 25 year JBS Home Improvements Guarantee. As Registered FreeFoam Installers, we also offer a 50 Year Manufacturer Backed Guarantee. So you can rest assured, you're in good hands with the professionals.
With 10 years experience, we are a company that prides itself on customer service & very high attention to detail when it comes to providing a professional and quality job. Working with upvc, Firestone rubber and in joinery we can guide you through your choices and provide you with the professional option on all types of products and materials to ensure you only get the best! We have some photos of our work so you can see the quality in which we fit all our jobs. Feel free to give us a call no matter whether it’s just a question about our services or products we provide. We are always here to take your calls
Received an excellent quote for replacement soffits and facial.Even supplied addresses of previous customers which we visited and very impressed with the quality of work. The guys carried out excellent work at our house,even working through some horrible weather. Excellent service a d exemplary work
PRESTIGE BUILDING & BRICKWORK LTD
Home Improvements
Prestige Building and Brickwork Ltd offer the complete building service with over 15 years experience working throughout Cambridgeshire with local home owners looking to improve and add value to their properties. Over the years our company has built up a wealth of knowledge and experience, which allows us to produce a very high standard of service. We make every effort to ensure that our quotations are as detailed and clear as possible, whilst exercising our experience in customer communication to ensure that our clients fully understand the service that they are going to receive. The vast majority of our regular workload comes from recommendations, past on by clients that have been happy with the service that they previously received. If you have any questions about the services that we provide, then please feel free to contact us so we can discuss your requirements with you in detail.
Pegasus Property is a local based business that specialises as being a General Builder focusing on Kitchen & Bathroom supply and fitting but also general maintenance for both residential and commercial clients through to an Audio Visual Integrator installing PA systems, Digital Signage, CCTV and Access Control. With almost 20years experience of offering solutions to meet a clients budget but exceed their expectations we hope to work with you in the near future.
LUPA BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION LTD
Home Improvements
LUPA Building and Construction LTD is a family business with 20 years of experience within the building and construction area. Our primary focus revolves around the core aspects of refurbishment, extensions, and carpentry within the realm of construction.
Handyman services across Cornwall. Interior and exterior painting and decorating. Guttering repairs and cleaning. Flat pack furniture assembly. Storage solutions. Fitted wardrobes. Deep cleaning of homes and holiday let's. Holiday let minor maintenence. Path, patio and building jet washing. Wooden furniture repairs. Shelf, curtain and picture hanging. Window and door lock and mechanism maintenence. Loft boarding, loft ladders. Odd jobs.
Was very pleased with the work Han-D-Chap carried out, he worked really hard, did an excellent job, very reasonable and cleaned up after himself.
A self-motivated, reliable, and hardworking individual, who works well under pressure, with a proven track record of completing jobs within a given timescale andto a high standard. Able to follow plans and instructions, rapidly and proficiently. Excellent interpersonal skills, confident with the general public and communicates well.
Very good standard of work, reliable & nice!
In and out services ltd
Home Improvements
In and Out Services Ltd is a highly experienced full-service Building, Maintenance & cleaning company based in Surrey. We cover all aspects of internal and external Construction, Maintenance & cleaning for domestic and commercial customers. The Services we offer are:- External Maintenance:- We have a very strong team of landscape gardeners who cover all aspects of external maintenance, hard landscaping, soft landscaping and external cleaning. Decking & Summer House design and construction Garden tidy ups (Grass cutting, tree and hedge cutting ect) Hard landscaping (Driveways, Patios, Fencing and Brickwork) External Painting External Cleaning (Upvc Cleaning, Jet washing of drives, patios & Pathways and Roof Cleaning) Waste removal Ground works Construction & Refurbishment:- Weather it is a full refurbishment a freshen up, an extension or conversion your home requires we are on hand to take the stress off you, our skilled project manager will facilitate the project from start to finish managing all of our in house trades, recommending and ordering all materials and answering any questions to ensure the project goes as smoothly as possible. We will liaise with your architect, building inspector and local authority if the project requires meaning all you have to do is sit back and wait for the transformation! Internal Maintenance:- We have several multi-trade operatives and handy men who are on call to help you with any issues in your home or rental property, we also offer a 24/7 call out service. Cleaning Services:- Our cleaning division works for some of the UK's biggest estate agents and developers taking care of end of build cleans and end of tenancy cleaning. Some of the services we offer are:- Full end of tenancy Cleaning Move in Cleaning After build Cleaning Extreme / deep cleaning Carpet and upholstery Cleaning All the products we use are natural and non-toxic to humans and animals, and we are constantly researching the latest products to ensure you get the best possible service at an incredibly high standard. Our teams of professionals cover Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire, London & Kent For more information please do not hesitate to get in contact with us. We offer a free, no-obligation quotes and are more than happy to discuss your needs.
POLI TEAM LTD
Home Improvements
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We offer a range of great products, and building designs. We simply allow you to choose which one suits you best. 35 years of delivering service and excellence, We can help whatever your budget. Bringing peace of mind to the places you live work and play.
Vision Eco replied to my advert, but they were not quite what I was after, Peter was very pleasant on the phone.
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