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Brand: HaMuch
SKU: builder
Rating: 4.83 (20 reviews)

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"Chimney blocking in two rooms" - SO15, job posted 09/10/25

"Chimney breast removal. I have 3 chimneys one is sitting room, dinning room and kitchen. I would like all 3 removed up to roof level. One side of the property is shared chimney so would need supporting in loft space. The other side is not shared so can be completely removed from roof." - SOUTHAMPTON, job posted 13/09/25

"I own a flat at Oceana Boulevard, Lower Canal Street, Southampton. Following recent check the flat front door has failed the Fire Safety Regulations 2022 (Reg 10). Attached are the details of the failure. I cant attach the defects here but I can email them if you send me your email address. ..." - SO14, job posted 19/08/25

"Need price for House extension southampton so16 Glen Eyre Road. Double story extension. Thank you Khalil 0777 133x xx" - SOUTHAMPTON, job posted 04/08/25

"Help dig a portion of a driveway, lay undercoat, lay cement and lay cold mix tarmac on top. Materials supplied and one man assistance supplied" - SOUTHAMPTON, job posted 01/07/25

"Chimney stack leave breast" - SOUTHAMPTON, job posted 02/04/25

"Chimney breast removal" - SOUTHAMPTON, job posted 02/04/25

"Put 3/4 plasterboard on ceiling" - SOUTHAMPTON, job posted 01/11/24

"Shower ceiling needs to be replaced as current one is absorbing water and creating damp. Need to replace it with something damp proof." - SO14, job posted 09/09/24

"Chimney stack and breast knock down and make en-suite toilet. Need to complete ASAP." - SOUTHAMPTON, job posted 21/07/24

"Take down fake chimney breast in lounge and brick fireplace, make good coving at top." - SOUTHAMPTON, job posted 07/04/24

"To do some repointing of a side house wall. We need help repointing areas high up as we can manage the lower areas ourselves." - SOUTHAMPTON, job posted 23/11/23

"Build retaining wall" - SO15, job posted 13/11/23

"To take kitchen worktop off and tiles from around the worktop so it is ready for a new one to be fitted. Also remove and refit ceramic sink. This work needs to be completed on Thursday 2nd November!" - SOUTHAMPTON, job posted 25/10/23

"Remove chimney breast" - SO14, job posted 28/08/23

"New driveway" - SOUTHAMPTON, job posted 26/06/23

"New driveway" - SOUTHAMPTON, job posted 27/04/23

"New fitted kitchen" - SOUTHAMPTON, job posted 08/04/23

"New bath combination sink and toilet shower over bath" - SO16, job posted 11/03/23

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 SO40 builders rates

Compare SO40 builders rates (excluding VAT or callout charges)
Location in UK	Hourly Rate	Daily Rate
Builders near Totton	£35	£248
Builders near Southampton	£35	£246
Builders near Romsey	£35	£248
Builders near New Forest	£33	£238
Builders near Eastleigh	£35	£246
Builders near Chandler's Ford	£35	£248
Builders near Hedge End	£35	£244
Builders near Locks Heath	£35	£246
Builders near Winchester	£36	£253
Builders near Fareham	£35	£249

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 - £608

Repoint or repair brickwork - £354

Build retaining wall - £294

Floor screeding - £584

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