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Builders in Southend-on-Sea, Essex

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Featured Reviews for Builders in Southend-on-Sea, Essex

Design Spec
Builders in Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars17 July 2017
“James was recommended to us, and we're glad we used his services. He was great from start to finish, and didnt give up until we were happy. James even supplied extra copies of Plans to builders, and was always forthcoming with helpful advice. James submitted all necessary Planning paperwork, and made it all a breeze. We have no problem with recommending his services, and we would certainly use James et al in the future. 1st Class.”
Builders Team
Builders in Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars9 June 2020
“Builders team carried out a major loft extension as well as the full refurbishment of our flat. The project, which required major structural works, was managed very professionally. The team was always very friendly and available and gave us some valuable advice in relation to drawings, design and construction material options. The level of finishes was very good and communication was easy. We are very happy with the final product.”
Blackburn Architects
Builders in Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars22 November 2020
“Blackburn Architects we one of three we considered for our project. Ben came and presented great ideas, detailed how to achieve them and fees we competitive. He gave us advice on the outline costs of what to expect from Builders and told us about other costs we hadn't even considered. Planning was quick (as quick as the council allowed!) and easy, Ben handled everything. Once we obtained permission, Ben helped us vet and appoint a builder, something that had made us nervous. Blackburn Architects helped us with project management. He provided detailed construction drawings that the builder needed to show exactly what we expected, to meet building control and building good practice. He held regular meetings with our builder and us, which really helped us understand each step of the journey. He was always on hand for a chat about details we had sent by proto and came up with workable solutions. As things neared completion, Ben carried out an afternoon snagging for the builder to put right before our extension was handed back to us. I'd recommend Ben Blackburn to anyone in an instant.”
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Daily Rate
£350 per day on average
Busy Months
March - July
Not Busy Months
October - December
Builder FAQs
There are several reasons why you should hire a local builder in Southend-on-Sea:
  1. Local builders will be familiar with your local authorities building regulations, being able to advise on any relevant permits you need before work can begin.
  2. Builders near you will be aware of the climate of your area, and can recommend materials and construction methods suitable for your area.
  3. Building firms nearby will provide quicker responses and quotes compared to contractors outside of your local area, as they are nearby, they will often drop in to talk to you about your project and view the property.

For home builders, you will usually receive a quote for a building project instead of daily rates or hourly fees. The cost depends on various factors such as the type of job, builders experience and length of the project.

Expect to pay less for a small maintenance job such as brickwork repair or an extension of an existing wall than a new build project such as a kitchen or bathroom renovation and home extensions. After you’ve found a local builder for your project, speaking with them in detail about your project will help them give you an accurate estimate for the work required.
If you hire a home builder for a lengthy project, such as an extension, your builder may charge a daily rate. You can expect to pay around £350 per day for this. If your builder charges this way, ask for an estimation of how long this will take so you know roughly how much the total cost will be.
You can find a local builder in Southend-on-Sea with Houzz in two ways:

  1. Answer a few questions about your project to get matched with a local professional for free. Enter your postcode above to get started.
  2. Browse through our list of the best builders in Southend-on-Sea where you can find their profiles, reviews and photos of past work.

After choosing either option, you can reach out to the builders you want to discuss your project with. You can request and compare quotes before hiring the right builder for you.
When looking for a Southend-on-Sea building company to take on your project, you will want to know that they will be able to handle the job in good time and sticking to your agreed budget. A professional contractor will have worked on projects like yours previously and they will know exactly what to do.

Compile a shortlist of at least three builders in Southend-on-Sea that can handle the full scope of works, either by themselves or through sub-contracting. It is often a good idea to play devils advocate and ask what the builder will not be responsible for. Be wary of unusually cheap quotes. Ask for references and stories about how the builder has met different challenges along the way. If you can, you could try to see previous projects and talk to previous clients, or if not, read reviews, and ratings, and look at detailed photos of projects. All of which you can find on Houzz.

Why Hire Home Builders on Houzz?
910Local Pros on Houzz Who Serve Southend-on-Sea, Essex
95,000+Total Number of Reviews Left by Homeowners
No matter what you are planning for, be it a renovation or home extension, or even brickwork, knowing who the best local builders near you will ensure your work is completed to a high standard. At Houzz, we’ve gathered the top local building companies in Southend-on-Sea ready to help with your next project. To help you find the best home builder for your home project, our builders come reviewed by past customers. On each builder's profile, you can view their reviews and images of past projects, read more about the builder and what they specialise in, as well as any credentials they have.