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  • Hertfordshire Ideal Homes Ltd Logo

    Hertfordshire Ideal Homes Ltd

    9.73

    (39 reviews)

    Operates in Saffron Walden

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Steel Fabrication
    Mastic Sealant
    Concreting
    Call
  • G P Construction Ltd Logo

    G P Construction Ltd

    10.00

    (6 reviews)

    Operates in Saffron Walden

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Concreting
    Equestrian Stable
    New Builds
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  • Mills Building Co Logo

    Mills Building Co

    9.69

    (30 reviews)

    Operates in Saffron Walden

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Concrete Garages
    Property Maintenance / Repair
    Refurbishments
    Call
  • GREATER CAMBRIDGE CONSTRUCTION LIMITED Logo

    GREATER CAMBRIDGE CONSTRUCTION LIMITED

    9.67

    (22 reviews)

    Operates in Saffron Walden

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Tree Houses
    Foundations
    Garden Studios
    Call

  • G.S.W Building Ltd

    10.00

    (47 reviews)

    Operates in Saffron Walden

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Suspended Ceilings
    Green Oak Framing
    Sustainable Construction
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  • Handyrat Logo

    Handyrat

    9.97

    (48 reviews)

    Operates in Saffron Walden

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Car Ports
    Refurbishments
    Wall Tie Replacements
    Call
  • Byrnes Renovations Logo

    Byrnes Renovations

    10.00

    (9 reviews)

    Operates in Saffron Walden

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Structural Steels
    Concreting
    Cladding
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  • Daniel James Landscape & Build Logo

    Daniel James Landscape & Build

    9.93

    (210 reviews)

    Operates in Saffron Walden

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Garden Studios
    Demolition
    Car Ports
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  • SJW Design & Build Logo

    SJW Design & Build

    9.67

    (27 reviews)

    Operates in Saffron Walden

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Mastic Sealant
    Wall Tie Replacements
    Workshop Design / Construction
    Call
  • Evansbuild Limited Logo

    Evansbuild Limited

    9.70

    (9 reviews)

    Operates in Saffron Walden

    Suggested Services
    General Building
    Price on request
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  • SFB Carpentry & Building Ltd Logo

    SFB Carpentry & Building Ltd

    (22 reviews)

    Operates in Saffron Walden

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Suspended Ceilings
    Brick / Concrete Structural Repairs
    Garden Studios
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  • JFS Developments Logo

    JFS Developments

    9.33

    (14 reviews)

    Operates in Saffron Walden

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Fire and Flood Renovation
    Tree Houses
    Garage Conversions
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General building in Saffron Walden

When you’re planning a home improvement, extension, or renovation, an experienced general builder in Saffron Walden 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 Saffron Walden 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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