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    CLYRA GROUP LTD

    10.00

    (30 reviews)

    Operates in Dorset

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Cladding
    Refurbishments
    Extensions / Conversions
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  • CLYRA GROUP LTD Logo

    CLYRA GROUP LTD

    10.00

    (30 reviews)

    Operates in Dorset

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Basement / Cellar Conversions
    Foundations
    Cladding
    Call
  • SW PROPERTY CARE LTD Logo

    SW PROPERTY CARE LTD

    9.93

    (129 reviews)

    Operates in Dorset

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Project Management
    Garden Studios
    Warehouse Racking
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  • Wilkinson Projects Gs Limited Logo

    Wilkinson Projects Gs Limited

    10.00

    (9 reviews)

    Operates in Dorset

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Refurbishments
    Loft Conversions
    Project Management
    Call
  • KJ Kilford Carpentry Contractors Limited

    9.79

    (165 reviews)

    Operates in Dorset

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Cladding
    Insurance Claim Specialist
    Equestrian Stable
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  • South Coast Pointing & Construction Logo

    South Coast Pointing & Construction

    9.53

    (181 reviews)

    Operates in Dorset

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Foundations
    Brick / Concrete Structural Repairs
    Fire and Flood Renovation
    Call
  • BGS Building Developments Logo

    BGS Building Developments

    9.67

    (26 reviews)

    Operates in Dorset

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Wall Tie Replacements
    Refurbishments
    Steel Work Design
    Call
  • Chambers Building Services Logo

    Chambers Building Services

    9.93

    (92 reviews)

    Operates in Dorset

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Refurbishments
    Suspended Ceilings
    Car Ports
    Call
  • Summerfield Property Developments Ltd Logo

    Summerfield Property Developments Ltd

    9.83

    (121 reviews)

    Operates in Dorset

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    New Builds
    Loft Conversions
    Extensions / Conversions
    Call
  • Westpark Carpentry & Building Services Logo

    Westpark Carpentry & Building Services

    9.89

    (50 reviews)

    Operates in Dorset

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Partition Walls
    Garage Conversions
    Sustainable Construction
    Call
  • Prokil Damp & Timber Specialists Logo

    Prokil Damp & Timber Specialists

    9.01

    (283 reviews)

    Operates in Dorset

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Core Drilling
    Insurance Claim Specialist
    Sustainable Construction
    Call
  • Carter Construction Logo

    Carter Construction

    10.00

    (31 reviews)

    Operates in Dorset

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Car Ports
    Extensions / Conversions
    Brick / Concrete Structural Repairs
    Call

General building in Dorset

When you’re planning a home improvement, extension, or renovation, an experienced general builder in Dorset can make all the difference.

From groundwork and structural work to plastering, roofing, and finishing touches, general builders coordinate every stage of a project to ensure high standards and smooth delivery.

All general builders in Dorset listed on Checkatrade are vetted and reviewed by real homeowners, giving you confidence your project is in capable hands.

We get it, you need to find someone reliable, who can be trusted to do a good job. At Checkatrade, we want to help you find them too.

What does a general builder do?

A general builder typically oversees and carries out a wide range of construction and maintenance work, including:

  • Home extensions and loft conversions
  • Renovations and refurbishments
  • Structural alterations and wall removal
  • Bricklaying, plastering, and rendering
  • Roof repairs and basic plumbing or electrical coordination

Experienced builders can manage multiple trades, ensuring each phase of your project runs on schedule and complies with building regulations.

Typical costs and day rates

The average general builder day rate in the UK ranges from £200 to £350 per day, depending on experience, project type, and region. For larger works, builders often quote a fixed project price rather than a daily rate.

Before starting, request detailed written quotes outlining materials, labour, and timescales. Comparing quotes from several builders helps ensure you’re getting fair, transparent pricing.


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