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Brand: HaMuch
SKU: builder
Rating: 4.75 (16 reviews)

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"Chimney breast removal" - DURHAM, job posted 30/04/26

"Removal of fire, fireplace and then plaster the recess behind." - DH2, job posted 16/04/26

"Totally unreliable, takes your money and doesn't finish the job." - NORTH EAST,reviewed 04/10/17, L S

"Durham 1960s detached bungalow. Work to be carried out week of 24th August 2026. Chimney breast removal. (Chimney breast backs onto the attached garage wall). Chimney stack removal. (Stack is free standing in centre of loft). Chimney top removal and make good roof and tiles. Plaster wall where..." - DH1, job posted 10/04/26

"2bedrooms,kitchen ,bathroom/shower,living room" - DURHAM, job posted 17/10/25

"Chimney breast removal" - DURHAM, job posted 26/09/25

"Convert 4mtx 4 mtr conservatory to a brick type garden room with tile roof" - DH7, job posted 17/04/25

"Chimney breast removal" - DURHAM, job posted 03/02/25

"Concrete over pit on garage" - DURHAM, job posted 02/10/24

"Remove chimney breast" - DURHAM, job posted 08/03/24

"Odd jobs and small works preferably looking for handymen" - DURHAM, job posted 25/06/21

"Demolish & Rebuild Porch" - DH5, job posted 01/03/21

"SINGLE STORY EXTENSION" - DH7, job posted 27/01/21

"Build a front porch ." - DH1, job posted 05/11/20

"Damp patches on inside wall not sure if a leak from bathroom or outside rendering" - DH7, job posted 19/07/20

"To extend small porch" - DH7, job posted 18/07/20

"New flooring skirting etc" - DH6, job posted 07/03/20

What are the best ways to avoid problems when paying the Builder?

The most important thing is do avoid handing over cash or paying large sums in advance. Be wary of paying cash for a cheaper job, i.e. to avoid VAT, you may be going down a slippery slope of not doing things properly which may eventually mean your job is also not done properly.

Agree when you intend to pay, ideally after you are satisfied with the completed job. If it is a big job agree a schedule of staged payments which is fair to both parties.

To avoid bad tradespeople and to ensure you can find them should they not answer a mobile;

Get proper contact details and check them yourself
Check if the company is verified on the Companies House website
Get phone details, ideally a land line or 0800 number and check it
Get a physical office address

Before the job starts should I agree standards of quality and behaviour?

Get quotes in writing by email or in person if possible. Getting quotes online or by text is ok (make sure you accept the offer by replying). For large projects make a written agreement, schedule of works and snagging plans as part of a working document. Also;

Agree expected quality of workmanship and materials in advance
When will work start and when will project be finished, what happens if project over runs ?
How long is the guarantee on work and materials eg 12 months
Discuss onsite behaviour in advance (no smoking, swearing or using mobile phones for non-work purposes)
Agree that your Builder will remove all debris and rubbish and what level of tidying up you want after job

Compare Durham builders rates

Compare Durham builders rates (excluding VAT or callout charges)
Location in UK	Hourly Rate	Daily Rate
Builders near Durham	£42	£268
Builders near Chester-le-Street	£38	£259
Builders near Spennymoor	£37	£248
Builders near Washington	£35	£244
Builders near Sunderland	£35	£244
Builders near Stanley	£36	£252
Builders near Seaham	£37	£247
Builders near Bishop Auckland	£38	£245
Builders near Peterlee	£36	£236
Builders near Newton Aycliffe	£38	£230

Job estimates from builders near you

Our cost guides help you find out how much you should budget for various small building projects, from repointing brickwork to installing a fireplace. Take a look at our small builder cost guides below:

Chimney breast removal - £600

Repoint or repair brickwork - £350

Build retaining wall - £290

Floor screeding - £580

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