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Cowboy builders are the scourge of the construction industry. Although they make up only a tiny minority of those working in the building trade, they are out there
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One of the most common building materials used in structures as well as decorative additions is concrete. Although we are well accustomed to seeing it, concrete is not found naturally the way we find iron or aluminium.
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Brick is a virtually maintenance free material that resist the elements, as well as moisture, fire, and much general wear and tear. It is also fairly soundproof, and does not lose its colouring with age.
These properties make brick an ideal house building material, alongside its capacity to insulate against cold and retain heat. As well as its common use in house building, brick is often effectively implemented in garden design.
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To create sustainable buildings in both residential and commercial construction, it is important to consider how the structure is built and with what materials. We must begin to realise the impact our...
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Asbestos was a material used in building and construction quite extensively throughout the UK between the 1950s and 1980s. Since then however, there have been major efforts to remove it due it to its carcinogenic properties and other health-damaging attributes.
It was widely agreed that asbestos poses a significant health risk, though whether any types are less dangerous...
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Loft conversions are an increasingly popular means to adding space and value to your home. On average, a loft conversion costs around a third of the price of moving to a property with an extra room.
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Unlike loft conversions, house extensions are more about creating space than adding value to the property, although it is of course an important consideration. Extending your home may be a more...
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The Building Regulations are a national standard (known as Standards in Scotland) that apply to all kinds of buildings, ranging from a simple home extension to major developments.
Covering every aspect of building design and construction, the Building Regulations exist to protect patron’s health and safety, and ensure the access, energy, and operation of the building is fully conserved.
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Aggregate is a mixture of sand and stones that is added to cement with water to bring about hardening. Aggregates are vital to most building projects. Whether you're laying a patio, building a wall or rendering...
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Before beginning any DIY project, it is important to plan fully and understand what the whole strategy entails as well as what you want the outcome to be. You must prepare for the various steps involved in the project...
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The Federation of Master Builders was established in the UK more than 60 years ago. It is a trade association that was formed to benefit small to medium sized businesses, and has now grown into the largest UK...
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'Self-build' is a fast-growing phenomenon in the UK. Over the last quarter of a century, the number of self-build projects being undertaken has increased more than ten-fold, from 2000 to 25000 per year.
Builders in Dorchester
- Casterbridge Property Services
- www.castlebridgepropertyandcleaningservices.co.uk
- Davids quality of work is second to none in all aspects of property repair and refurbishment. We have 20 years experience in the business. Give Casterbridge Property Services a ring today.
- 0845 2635276 - 72 Celtic Crescent Castle Park, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2TB
- D & A Barrett
- 01305 848357 - 16a Mill Street, Puddletown, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8SH
- Blacknoll Construction
- 01305 853205 - Blacknoll, Winfrith Newburgh, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8LN
- Bugler Builders
- 01300 320349 - Higher Woolcombe Fm, Toller Porcorum, DT2 0DP
- Bugler Builders
- 01300 321129 - Dorchester, DT2 0DP
- Builder Center (Dorchester)
- 01305 269844 - Great Western Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1RZ
- Burdens
- 01305 265422 - 11 Poundbury West Industrial Estate, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2PG
- J.M Burg
- 01258 837466 - Elm Vw, Dewlish, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 7LR
- P.A Cornick
- 01305 264448 - 25 Buckingham Wy, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2BP
- Fordingtons Builders
- 01305 269445 - 49 High West Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1UT
- W.J Haward
- 01305 251862 - 2 Brook Close, Charminster, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9RA
- Linee (Builders) Dorset
- 01305 262307 - Mellstock Ho, Higher Bockhampton, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8QJ
- Brian C Rigler
- 01305 852983 - London Ho, East Knighton, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8LL
- J.F.W Sargent
- 01300 345221 - Meadow Fm, Henley, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 7BL
- C.E Wakelin
- 01305 852039 - Portway Fm, Winfrith Newburgh, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8LA
- Wessex Estimating Services
- 01258 837795 - Wheatfields, Dewlish, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 7LR
- Mark Whitely
- 01305 250059 - Bradford Peverell, Muckleford, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9SW
- Snibor
- 01305 259726 - 26 Middlemarsh Street, Poundbury, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3FD
- St. Blaise
- 01935 83923 - Horchester Cott, Holywell, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 0LL
- St. Blaise
- 01935 83923 - Horchester Cott, Holywell, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 0LL
- A B C Construction
- 01305 261257 - Herrison Ho Hawthorn Rd, Charlton Down, DT2 9XA
- Moore & Cousins
- 01308 427905 - 4 Duck Street, Symondsbury, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 6EZ
- 14.2 miles from Dorchester
- Moore & Cousins
- 01308 424178 - Unit 2, Foundry Lane, Bridport, DT6 3RP
- 14.2 miles from Dorchester
- Fbs Construction
- 01297 560376 - The Court The Street, DT6 6PE
- 14.2 miles from Dorchester
- Fbs Construction
- 01297 560376 - The Court The Street, DT6 6PE
- 14.2 miles from Dorchester