How do the building works services compare?
| Service | Typical job | Guide price | Time on site |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wall removal and steel beams | for removing a load-bearing wall of about 3–4m with a steel beam, including engineer and building control | £3,000–£8,000 | 1–3 weeks including making good |
| Brickwork and repointing | for repointing a typical 3-bed semi, including scaffolding | £2,500–£6,000 | 3–10 days for a typical house |
| Porches | for a typical 2–3m² enclosed porch with door, windows and roof | £3,500–£8,000 | 1–2 weeks on site |
National guides including VAT. Regional prices are shown on each local page and in the guide-price tool.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to remove a load-bearing wall?
Removing a load-bearing wall of about 3–4m with a steel beam typically costs £3,000–£8,000, including structural calculations, building control and making good. A non-load-bearing partition costs much less. As a rough guide, allow around £600–£1,600 per metre of opening plus fixed costs for the engineer, approvals and propping. Wider openings, posts and flush beams cost more. We confirm a fixed price after the survey.
How much does repointing a house cost?
Repointing a typical 3-bed semi costs £2,500–£6,000, including scaffolding. As a guide, allow roughly £25–£55 per square metre of wall plus fixed costs for access and set-up. Chimney stacks, lime mortar and brick replacement add cost, while repointing a single elevation costs less. We confirm a fixed price after inspecting your walls.
How much does a porch cost?
A typical enclosed porch of 2–3m² costs £3,500–£8,000, including foundations, walls, roof, windows and a new door. A uPVC porch on a dwarf wall sits at the lower end, while a fully brick-built porch with a tiled roof costs more. Open canopies cost less. The door specification and moving drains or meters also affect the price. We confirm a fixed price after the survey.