Cost Guides

The goal of this section of the site is to answer the questions below about each home improvement or household job. How much should the job cost me?

Cost of Fixing Drains

When using appliances such as sinks, baths or washing machines we don’t really think or worry about ...

Fence Installation Cost

Whether it is to improve the look of your garden, keep out nosy neighbours or act as a deterrent to burglars ...

New Conservatory Cost

Everyone wants more living space and adding to your home with an extension or conservatory can give you ...

Flat Roof Cost

Although flat roofs are commonly used on commercial buildings rather than on residential properties, ...

Gutter Repairs Cost

A properly functioning gutter system is essential to protect your home against flooding, foundation/roof ...

Cost to Clean Gutters and Downspouts

When we begin a spring clean, we usually only focus on the inside of our homes. However, it is important ...

Tree Stump Removal Costs

The easy bit of removing trees in the garden is getting rid of the bit which you see above the ground. ...

How Much Does It Cost To Build A Pergola?

The average cost to build a pergola in the UK is around £2300. However, depending on the style ...

How Much Does Landscaping Cost?

With the warmer months upon us, it is time to start getting our gardens in top shape. Whether it’s ...

Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Panels Prices

Government grants for installing solar panel technology have been decreased in recent years but installing ...

Cost of Warm Air Central Heating

If you are thinking of replacing an existing warm air heating system with something a bit more up to ...

Cost of Wireless Alarm Systems

If you are considering ramping up the security around your property with a wireless alarm, what should ...

Lean To Extension Costs

A one storey extension often doesn’t require planning permission, and can be a great way of giving ...

Electric Shower Installation Cost

If you are just buying a new electric shower to replace your old one, expect it to cost roughly between ...

Kitchen Tiling Cost

Depending on the size of the kitchen and the height of the tiling, kitchen tiling may cost anywhere from ...

New Gutters Cost

Although high quality gutters can last up to 20 years, they are not completely resistant to natural wear ...

New Roof Cost

When choosing a new roof, you will need to consider three important aspects: the type of roof, the material ...

Burglar Alarm & House Alarm Cost Guide

For the simplest types of alarms you can install yourself, you'll be looking at spending £125-£300 depending ...

Resin Driveways - How Much Does It Cost?

When it comes to creating a new driveway outside of your home, contractors typically charge between £50-£75 ...

Kerb Dropping - How Much Does It Cost?

The overall cost will be determined by the size of the footpath that will be used to reach the planned ...

Boiler Repair Costs

We want our boilers fixed immediately, and to be warm again, but in the back of our minds is always a ...

Boiler Service Cost

The average cost of a boiler service is around £50 - £75. Research by Which? showed that ...

How Much is a New Boiler?

Central heating boilers do not last for ever, and if yours is starting to go wrong on a regular basis, ...

Building A Porch - How Much Does It Cost?

If you are looking for more than just a covered porch like a canopy then a fully enclosed 2m ...

Bath Re-Enamelling: How Much Does It Cost?

Although all baths are quite similar, there are a few determining factors that can vary the cost of restoring ...

Installing a Whirlpool Bathtub Costs and Options

If you are thinking about installing a whirlpool bath in your home, then it might not be quite as disruptive ...

Costs of installing a downstairs cloakroom

Installing a downstairs cloakroom has obvious benefits, but how easy is it? Take a look through our guide ...

Roof Tile Replacement Cost

Although made to endure extreme weather conditions, over time heavy rainfall and snow can start to deteriorate ...