Do I need planning permission for a building project?

In many cases, yes – particularly for extensions, loft conversions, or major renovations. Your builder can help guide you through the process or recommend an architect to assist with applications.

How long does a building project take?

The duration depends on the project size. Small jobs may take a few days, while larger builds such as home extensions can last several months.

Do builders provide materials?

Most builders supply materials as part of the job, but you can discuss this upfront if you prefer to source your own.

Can builders handle multiple trades?

Yes, many builders manage full projects, coordinating electricians, plumbers, and decorators to ensure a seamless process.

What’s the best way to find a builder near me?

The easiest way to find a builder is through MyBuilder. You can post your job for free, and get matched with interested and available builders in your area, that you can compare and read real customer reviews, all before hiring. You can look browse through our directory of local builders and contact ones that look right for the job you need done.

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CS Plastering & Building
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified Plasterer, I cover all aspects of internal and external Plastering also have experience in other building work such as stud partitions, skirting, coving, tiling, flooring, roofing, installing steel beams and lintels. Done lots of work for a local estate agents doing maintenance and refurbs from floor to roof.
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Plastering- 20 Mar 2020
Very happy with Corey’s work. Very smooth and very neat plastering, coving also done to a very good standard. Good communication he let me know times of when he’d be around and if he’d be late or had to reschedule actually let me know rather than not saying which I’ve suffered with previously. Will definitely use him again.
P.C. Rust Builders
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a family run company from Woodbridge offering Plastering, rendering, plasterboarding over 30years of experience and skills for any project
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Plastering- 29 Feb 2020
Paul’s team done a very good job and cleaned up well before leaving, the price was very competitive, overall I’m very happy with the finish, would definitely recommend and use for future work.
S.L Plastering
Rating: 5 out of 5
We have been trading for 13 years, we work to a very high standard and are very reliable, clean, trustworthy. The work we undertake is lime plastering and rendering, lime re-pointing. We also use modern gypsum materials for plastering/ rendering, Spray rendering- moncouche/coloured scratch render, thin coat systems, sand and cement render, Liquid Flow floor screeds, Dry-lining/plasterboarding, Damp proofing,
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Repointing- 16 Sep 2019
Simon was very helpful, he was punctual, knowledgeable and undertook all work to a high quality. His price was very reasonable and I would recommend him to others without hesitation.
R.W.C
Rating: 5 out of 5
RWC Building and Maintenance Established in 2015 We take on all aspects of building and joinery work. From extensions to kitchens all organised for you from start to finish.
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Kitchen Fitting- 6 Dec 2018
kitchen units fitted within 1 week of quote, ok job friendly and tidy lads and done at a fair price.
O M Ellis Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
After finishing school I have studied and practiced in general building. Learning the practical hands on skills with collage and site experience, along with the technical knowledge at University. Joining the two has built me a great career in general building.
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Conversions - General- 14 Nov 2018
We are a building company and in the end had the labour to take out the wall, however we did use oliver to put in the steel work on the job and he did a very thorough job. the site was left tidy and we had no issues. Oliver is a very polite and easy to get on with guy, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend or even use him again in the future.
SRX CONTRACTORS LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a friendly team with a vast experience of 12 year as construction trade . We undertake any construction job big or small and our target is to provide high quality services . Our team is having valuable qualified members in areas like: Home/ Office full refurbishment & renovation , loft conversion, extensions but also pavement garage and garden improvements .
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Joinery & Cabinet Making- 24 Jul 2020
I cannot recommend Adrian and his workmanship highly enough! He was extremely diligient about nailing down the design which was basically a picture in my head. He gave excellent advice to get us to the right model. He was so patient with me deciding paint colours and worked with them even though they probably weren't great for him to work with. He worked diligiently and cleanly to install the cupboard and it is asbolutely beautiful. Highly, highly recommend!
ADF building
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi my name is Adam. i have been in the building industry for over 10 years, in that time i have gained experience and skills in many aspects of building primarily working on domestic properties. I have an excellent understanding of the work i'm carrying out, i'm punctual, always tidy and work with a friendly manner and ALWAYS to a high standard start to finish.
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Kitchen Fitting- 23 Dec 2019
You have be someone special to earn a five star review from me, and Adam has earnt every single one of them. He is very reliable and personable, and his work is of the highest quality. After being let down by someone else, I had a very tight timetable for the kitchen refit, and Adam was willing to put in the hours to finish the job on schedule. The whole job included stripping out all of the existing kitchen; blocking up an existing internal doorway and creating a new one; re-plastering where necessary; arranging for an electrician to sort out the electrics; alterations to the plumbing; installing a complete new kitchen; and redecoration to complete the job. I would be more than happy to employ Adam again, and I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending him.
Ryedale Building Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
All aspects of building works undertaken from laying a floor to building an extension. We endeavour to offer a good value for money service with excellent workmanship.
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Our Victorian brick barn needed restoration; the roof timbers were failing, pushing the front wall forward. We chose Chris because of his confident, thorough approach to assessing the work. His quote was the most competitive, prompt and fully itemised. Chris visited us before the start to explain the rebuild process and to make sure we were happy. He was always prompt and kept us informed of progress and issues always correcting them keeping costs to the minimum whilst maintaining good solid workmanship. My concern was to keep my woodworking workshop dry during the restoration. Chris planned the work so that his bespoke new roof trusses were fitted in stages, gradually replacing the old, keeping the barn covered the entire time even through snow! Using props he dismantled and rebuilt the entire upper front wall under cover. The barn has a neighbour's commercial workshop attached and overlooks a courtyard used by neighbours for parking. Chris ensured that disruption was minimal. We had neighbours say how pleased they were. We now have a fine looking, solid, beautifully restored barn with original old tiles (many painstakingly sourced and replaced to match by Chris from several reclaim yards). We are delighted. Chris was a real pleasure to work with and certainly impressed the neighbours, one of whom has asked him to quote for work while another made sure to take his business card!
DC Construction
Rating: 5 out of 5
I have been a self employed builder for over 16 years. I have worked on small projects as building a garden wall to big projects as building homes from scratch.
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Conversions - General- 13 Feb 2019
Polite, professional and honest throughout the work done. Happy to use again when needed.
Godwin Construction
Rating: 5 out of 5
We have been in the Building industry for over 30 years Over the years winning awards from the FBM We build Extensions , All types Renovation , Loft and Barn conversions ,Bathrooms , Kitchens , Landscaping , Maintenance Plastering ,Decorating No job to small We specialise in Natural Stone
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Extensions- 28 Mar 2019
Brian was (and still is) an absolute star. We are so pleased we chose him. His workers were excellent and very hard working. The quality of work was also extremely good I would have no qualms in recommending him again.
LONDON PROJECT MANAGEMENT LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
Modern Attics is a specialist loft conversion company and we cover all north London areas. We always put our clients first.
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Paul and the team from Modern Attics converted our loft in Spring 2011. The job was completed on time and on budget. Every effort was made to limit the intrusion onto our lives during the conversion, particularly as we had a young son living at home. The building team were very tidy during the process and Paul's management through regular site visits, telephone calls and emails ensured a relatively stress free project. Any issues that arised were dealt with quickly and to our satisfaction. I would be very happy to recommend Paul and his team to anyone considering a loft conversion or extension.
Reeman Renovations
Rating: 5 out of 5
General builder and carpenter, been in the trade since 2002.
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Carpentry- 28 Aug 2018
We have no hesitation in recommending Steve reeman. He helped us to design our porch in keeping with the style of our house which he then built to an extremely high standard within our budget. Cannot fault his work in any way. Even strangers passing by have stopped to admire it. Sue & Derek
Alldry Property Services
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
We are an honest trustworthy company pleasent and approachable. I’m a fully qualified remedial damp and timber surveyor and my partner has over 40 years roofing experience. We are always on time and keep our work clean and tidy. We Specialize in the anything to do with water getting into your home from a damp problem, roofing, guttering, basement or plumbing leak we can help.
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Roofing (Flat)- 12 Oct 2018
Brian responded promptly to my advert and was thorough in his assessment of the job and what was required. His quotation was concise and affordable, a good reflection of his years of expertise. The individuals within the team of workers were excellent and worked hard which I appreciate; they were also quick, efficient and friendly. I am very pleased with the finished result of the job which exceeded my expectations.
Church Farm Paving
Rating: 5 out of 5
Tarmaccing, block paving, gravel, resin driveways, ground clearance, groundwork’s, heavy landscaping, drainage, footings. Machinery hire with or without driver.
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Groundwork & Foundations- 21 Mar 2020
Could not ask more from Ben. He went out of his way to help me and a two day job has turned into us working together on many project now. He is very Knowledgeable whilst being reasonable - hard to find in this sector.
S Aexander
Rating: 4.4 out of 5
Period property renovation, lime plastering, bricklaying,renewal of timbers, Roofing, chimney repairs and installation of woodburners and flues, member of Hetas,over 30 years experience working on listed buildings in Suffolk , also a insurance qualified chimney sweep
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Fireplaces & Flues- 10 Nov 2023
I am still waiting for his quotation to be confirmed. Slow response, but he is a busy worker.....waiting! HIs price was very competitive.
Stuart padbury carpentry
Rating: 5 out of 5
I'm am time served qualified carpenter with 27 years experience. Were a local family builder with experience in working on one off new builds to period listed buildings. Kitchen fitting. Bathroom fitting. Bespoke fitted hand built furniture
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Conversions - General- 25 Jun 2020
Stuart did a great job and he was really clean and tidy.