£100–£300 per day for most trades, £500–£3,000 for standard room projects
Pricing varies by property type, service requirements, and location. Always compare at least 3 like-for-like quotes before appointing.
Typical timeline: 1–3 days for most jobs, 1–2 weeks for larger projects
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Ask to see examples of recent work similar to yours
Confirm they carry public liability insurance
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Verify their experience with your specific type of work
Emergency callouts, evening/weekend visits, and urgent parts sourcing usually increase rates. If your job is non-urgent, planning ahead and combining smaller tasks into one visit often reduces total spend.
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Expect to pay £300–£600 per room for skimming over existing plaster, or £600–£1,000 for full replastering including stripping back to brick. Ceiling plastering adds £200–£400 per room.
Most exterior paintwork needs refreshing every 5–7 years depending on exposure, paint quality, and substrate. South-facing and exposed walls may need more frequent maintenance.
A carpenter works on site — fitting kitchens, hanging doors, laying flooring, building stud walls. A joiner works in a workshop making bespoke items like staircases, windows, and furniture. Many professionals do both.
For small, straightforward jobs (shelving, curtain rails, minor repairs), a handyman is fine. For anything involving electrics, gas, plumbing, or structural changes, always use a qualified specialist trade.
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