Builders
Carpenters
Electricians
Flooring Specialists
Gardeners
Handymen
Heating Engineers
Painters & Decorators
Plasterers & Renderers
Plumbers
Roofers
Tilers
myAsk a Trade: Builders
Got a question that only a tradesperson can answer? We have thousands of trades ready to answer any question you may have.
Ask your question
How it works
Ask a trade
Cost guides
Categories
Filter by:
- All
- At least 1 answer
- At least 2 answers
- At least 3 answers
- No answers
Sort by:
Do you need building regulations for a garage conversion?
I know planning permission might not be needed but what about building regs? Is a garage conversion one of those jobs where you need to worry about sign off from the council?
Steel vs aluminium durability
Which metal is more durable, steel or aluminium?
Extend my kitchen
Extend the kitchen in my restaurant, remove one of the plaster walls and we want to extended further in the front so it gives us more space in the kitchen. How much will be the cost?
TIWI + Cavity Wall insulation + Thermal rendering vs eternal insulation
We're looking at buying a house that has significant wear to the external rendering leading to damp inside. It is also currently poorly insulated. Given the external rendering needs to go I was considering replacing with either: Cork Thermal Rendering outside + cavity wall insulation in the (likely 40mm cavity) given it is a 1930s bungalow + cork TIWI inside or 60mm k5 external wall insulation and render over the top then just replaster inside to remove damp plaster. Do these options seem like sensible ones to insulate the house (given we want to eventually move to heat pump and underfloor heating). Thanks
Poured concrete foundations
If my foundations are to be 2m deep, is it OK to use poured concrete? Or should I be looking at piling or reinforced concrete?
Shell Side extension
I want to build a 20 metre squared side extension in the south east of England. 1 window either side and a flat roof. 3.5M RSJ to connect it up to the current house. i wanted subfloor, hot and cold water pipes along with soil and waste pipe connected up. What would the price range be for such a job in the south east of England?
Durability of gravel and sand brick foundations
How long do gravel and sand brick foundations tend to last?
First floor external air vents
Hi, Is it ok to block up first floor external air vents? They let in cold air and outside noise. What's the best way to do this? Feels like it could be a DIY/handy person job. What materials should be used. Many thanks. AL
Should I use a waterproofing compound on my home’s exterior brickwork?
Should I use a waterproofing compound on my home’s exterior brickwork? What are the pros and cons and is it okay to add this DIY? Is it expensive?
Power washing house before selling to increase kerb appeal
How soon before putting my house on the market should I have it power washed to maximize its kerb appeal? I really want to wow potential buyers. Thanks!
Trade categories
- Aerial Specialists
- Architects
- Bathroom Specialists
- Bricklayers
- Builders
- Joiners
- Cleaners
- Drainage Specialists
- Driveway Specialists
- Electricians
- Flooring Specialists
- Gardeners
- Handymen
- Heating Engineers
- Kitchen Fitters
- Locksmiths
- Loft Specialists
- Metalworkers
- Painters & Decorators
- Pest Controllers
- Plasterers
- Plumbers
- Removal Companies
- Roofers
- Security Specialists
- Specialists
- Stoneworkers
- Swimming Pool Specialists
- Tilers
- Traditional Craftsman
- Tree Surgeons
- Window Specialists
See all questions
Ask a Trade
Are you looking for advice on a DIY project or have a question for our tradespeople?
We'll email your question to tradespeople who are skilled in your chosen category.
Your question will be made public - please do not include any personal details.
{{ first(ask.errors)[0] }}
Over 1 million homeowners and over 50,000 tradespeople
use MyJobQuote nationwide each year