Extensions
Single-storey and larger home extensions, including the building work needed to create additional living space.
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Find builders near you
From structural alterations and renovations to extensions, conversions and general building work, describe the project clearly and compare suitable local builders interested in the job.
- Post the job once
- Compare up to 3 local quotes
- No obligation to hire
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Your postcode helps keep the search relevant to where the work actually is. Describe the job clearly, compare the local responses that come back and decide who you want to hire.
Common builder work
What can a builder help with?
Building projects often involve several stages and trades. A strong quote should define the scope, responsibilities and assumptions before work begins.
Renovations
Coordinating substantial refurbishment work where several rooms, finishes or building elements are being renewed.
Structural alterations
Opening up spaces, changing layouts and carrying out structural work based on the appropriate design and approvals.
Conversions
Building work associated with loft, garage and other conversions where the existing space is being adapted.
Brickwork and masonry
Walls, repairs, openings and other general masonry work around the property.
General building work
Smaller improvement projects and coordinated work involving several building tasks rather than one specialist trade.
Compare like for like
Get the project scope clear before comparing builders
For larger work, the cheapest headline total tells you very little unless the quotes include the same labour, materials, responsibilities and allowances.
Put the scope in writingA clear description makes differences between quotes much easier to understand.
Clear scopeBefore you hire
What should you check?
Use the quote, relevant experience and practical details together rather than judging on price alone.
Detailed written scope
Ask for enough detail to understand what is included, excluded and assumed, especially for demolition, structure, finishes and waste.
Relevant project experience
Look for completed work similar in scale and complexity to your extension, renovation or alteration.
Approvals and responsibilities
Clarify who is responsible for drawings, permissions, inspections, structural information and any specialist subcontractors required for the project.
Programme and payments
Agree an expected sequence of work and understand how payments relate to progress, materials and completed stages.
How it works
One job post. Then compare your local options.
You do not need to repeat the same job details to a long list of tradespeople.
Describe the job
Enter the postcode and explain what needs doing, including useful property, access and timing details.
Hear from suitable local tradespeople
Your requirements can be matched through our partner network, and up to 3 local tradespeople can contact you about the work.
Compare and choose
Review the scope, quote and relevant experience, ask questions, then choose who feels right for the job. There is no obligation.
Useful answers
Finding builders: common questions
Practical answers before you post the job and start comparing local options.
How do I find builders near me?
Enter the project postcode and describe the work, size and current stage. Suitable local builders can then respond through our partner network so you can compare options.
What should I include in a building project description?
Explain the work you want, approximate dimensions, property type, whether you have drawings or approvals and your preferred timing. Photos or plans can make the scope much clearer.
How should I compare builder quotes?
Compare the scope line by line, including materials, structural work, waste, access, finishes, provisional allowances and anything that is specifically excluded.
Do I have to appoint a builder after posting?
No. You can compare the responses and choose whether to proceed with any of them.
Local guides
Find builders by location
Explore our published local guides for builders. Each page focuses on the job, local area and practical details that can affect the work.
Why location matters
Your postcode keeps the search relevant
Availability, travel, access and the type of property can all affect who is suitable for a job. Enter the postcode where the work needs doing rather than assuming every tradesperson covers every area.
Do not see your town listed? Use the postcode finder above to start with the exact location where the work needs doing.
Ready to find builders near you?
Enter the job postcode, describe the work once and compare the local options that come back.