Looking for the best bricklayer in your area? Want to know how much a bricklayer charges? With MyJobQuote you can quickly and easily connect with reliable bricklaying services near you, get free quotes and then compare prices and the companies themselves by checking out their recent reviews. We have cheap bricklayers that also come highly recommended. We allow up to 3 bricklayers to quote for each job, but you can close your job at any time and there is no obligation to hire. You can even get quotes if you are planning the price of a new extension, chimney repair or any other type of brick work you may need doing. Looking for a local commercial bricklaying contractor? You can use the same form and qualifying bricklayers will be contacted on your behalf.
Bricklayers typically build and repair walls inside and outside of properties, plus other kinds of brickwork, including tunnel walls and chimneys. In terms of house building, the bricklayers job is to construct the first shell of the building, making the walls waterproof, weatherproof and secure. Typical skills include cutting bricks to size, laying the bricks in courses, working to architect's plans, mixing mortar and making access holes to bring water, electricity and other utilities into the building.
Bricklayers build and repair walls, chimney stacks, tunnel linings and decorative stonework. Projects can range from a house extension to a large commercial development, re-pointing, garden walls, stonework & stone cladding and chimney repair or rebuilding. Repointing is a common job, particularly on older properties, which involves the renewing of the external part of mortar joints, to counter the effect of weathering and decay which can cause voids in the joints between brickwork, allowing water ingress.
Some bricklayers specialise in stonemasonry, as a protective and decorative covering for interior or exterior walls and surfaces, or even as a method of construction. Building garden walls on the property boundary, or as a design feature in a garden, is another popular bricklaying project.
Bricklaying is more complicated than it may sound, though a small decorative non supporting wall in the garden may be within the scope of some with decent DIY skills, jobs involving retaining walls or interpreting architects plans and drawings, are much more complex and, for safety reasons, are best left to professionals. Most bricklayers have been trained as apprentices on building sites and have many years of experience working on assorted projects. When choosing a bricklayer, look for relevant qualifications including time served apprenticeship, NVQ's, SVQ's, and higher level qualifications such as a Diploma in Construction or City and Guilds training, along with plenty of relevant experience. Many local authorities will have a "Trusted Trader Scheme" of some description designed to help customers avoid the rogue traders often seen on television.
Like any other contractor, the best way to hire a bricklayer is on personal recommendation from someone you trust. If you are not in a position where family and friends or neighbours can direct you to a suitable bricklayer, then ensure you get quotes from a least three local contractors. Then compare the figures on a like for like basis, ask for referrals and to see other jobs they have completed in your area, reputable bricklayers will have no problems allowing you to see other projects they have completed and talking to previous customers. Beware of dealing with anyone on a cash only basis without headed notepaper and a proper business address, as you will have little comeback if things go wrong, no matter how cheap the rates are!
When bricklayers cost jobs, the price is invariably labour only, they supply their own hand tools, but all materials and including the sand have to b priced separately and must be organised to be ready on site for them with water in a butt and any scaffolding required. So when getting quotes from bricklayers, remember to add on all other costs for the job before comparing quotes. A good brickie will charge from around £130 per day plus £90 per day for a labourer if required - be wary of anyone who charges much less than this unless you are 100% confident in their work. Some bricklayers also charge per 1,000 laid bricks at a rate of around £350 to £400. Many customers are more comfortable paying for bricks laid rather than per day unless they have previous experience with the bricklayer - after all you don’t want to be paying £130 a day if he turns up at 10.30am and leaves by 3pm!
Some common bricklaying questions are answered below:
Most walls are constructed as double skinned in the UK. There are instances where a single skinned wall will do just fine such as a decorative garden wall which only has to support its own weight. If the wall being built is for a new structure, the likelihood is that the construction will be subject to building regulations and instructions from a structural engineer. Always check with your bricklayer as well as the relevant planning authorities before building a wall or structure.
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"Friendly and prompt. I cannot rate the job until it rains!"
Here at AP Building & roofing we are a family run business. Between us we have over 65 years experience in all trades and always strive to give our customers the best results possible. We carry ou a wide range of work from structural, to kitchens...
"Great job, fast and friendly"
AP Building & Roofing reply: This is totally not true. We cleaned up everywhere after cleaning the roof otherwise you would not of paid. I feel this is due to the fact you asked the lads to then clean all your Pvc on the property and the lads refused as it was a extra days work! Why else would you pay if the site was left a mess??
"Florin did a first class job and was most professional. His creative ideas for our driveway and back garden has transformed our property and made our property the envy of the street. He has initiative and readily found sol..."
Top Rank Roofing and Building Ltd can guarantee all work, no matter how big or small, is completed to a high standard, evidenced by a fantastic reputation. With years of experience, the team achieves organisation on site alongside a well managed wo...
"Excellent service. Kept me informed of short delays which were due to the weather. Completed the work to a very good standard and in a timely manner. Good value for money."
I am fully qualified roofer apprenticeship in 2007 i am very reliable hard working good price work will never cut corners nothing in roofing that i cant do also i do loft boarding 2 types loft zone or full timber floors can show work what i have inst...
"Very pleased with the work carried out, would recommend this person."
Iv been a plasterer and general builder since I was 16 and really enjoy my job, I have many returning happy customers over the years and all work is always finished to the highest standard.
"Dave was fantastic, he came on a bank holiday Friday to quote (which was very reasonable) and then came on the bank holiday (Easter) Monday to complete the work. He gave plenty of advice for how to treat the wall prior to painting..."
Established in 2010 with a combined experience of over 30 years we offer everything from commercial to domestic projects we specialise in both lime and cement mortars. We specialise in the repointing and restoring of brickwork including chimney stack...
"Excellent work! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Chris or use his services again. He did a great job repointing our chimney and also helped us source a great electrician after we were let down! Great communication and service!"
We our roofing and maintenance contractors , fully qualified and fully insured to repair and replace all types of roofing and exterior maintenance works All labour and materials are guaranteed. As a trusted and reliable local firm most of our new...
"The workmen were really nice and helpful, due to Covid related issues the job was a little delayed but Ashley kept in contact to oversee any of the concerns of problems. Would recommend this company to others, Thank you"
Able roofing and building have over 25 years in the construction trade from small jobs to new builds extensions etc . Brickwork jobs planning work from drawings to specific needs . All roof work from 1 slate to full re roofs flat roofs all work car...
"Warning – Will not honour 5 year guarantee Lance was very quick to come out first time to do the work and take payment but the roof repair has already failed after only a year I reported the fact that the roof had begun leak..."
I take on multiple jobs big & small with good results and happy customers. I work to a high quality standard, with quality paints, and don't leave untill the job is completed and both I and the client are both happy. Work from painting to ro...
"John was excellent. He done job quickly and to high standards. he was really helpful and he went really extra mile when he did a bit extra. cannot recommend highly enough."
Premier Home improvements reply: Thanks for your feedback, kind regards John
"Very satisfied with the quality of craftsmanship"
Mick's tidy up ltd reply: Many thanks Chris. Pleasure working for you on your property.
"Cezar set out a clear plan at the beginning of what needed doing and how long it would take. He completed the work to a high standard in the time he said it would take, explaining clearly what he was doing and why. The end resul..."
Holding and son roofline Ltd work covering Chorley and the surrounding areas to help you with jobs in the following trades: - Bricklaying - Building work - Driveway Services - Gardener / Garden Designing - Handyman jobs - Painting / Decoratin...
"Completed repairs on my driveway to a high standard and for a reasonable price. Damon seemed to know what he was talking about in regards to my back yard and I have now booked with him to complete it. Team was very friendly and a..."
"Came out a hour after the job being posted have a fair quotation completed work next day Very happy with the service"
MJ.Building&Roofing reply: Thanks Michael. We appreciate all the positive feedback
"Great job, completed really quickly. No fuss or mess, would recommend 10/10"
"A keen quote and an efficient clean job"
We have over 20 years of experience in ground work and landscape gardening and building services and our aim is to put our 20 year experience into your home so you can have a good experience using our service
"Three traders responded to my request for a quote to replace a shared garden fence, only James Gavin & boys could undertake the job to satisfy my needs in a reasonable time and price. James took every care and courtesy by keeping..."
"Sam gave me a call with a rough reasonable price, he came out and confirmed the price and did the work straight away."
All aspects of bricklaying from new builds to conversions and refurbishments, I have been operating since 1987 i offer professional and quality workmanship at competitive rates.
"I was very impressed by the professional attitude from Tim. He explained all required build costs and his team created detailed plans which were followed precisely as I wanted. The team worked very hard through challenging weather..."
"100% clean good workmanship"
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