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  • DJ Brickwork Logo

    DJ Brickwork

    9.88

    (75 reviews)

    Operates in Derby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Emergency Builder Service
    Cladding
    Garden Studios
    Call
  • Cliffords.homeimprovements Logo

    Cliffords.homeimprovements

    9.90

    (56 reviews)

    Operates in Derby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Garage Conversions
    Cladding
    Partition Walls
    Call
  • YAN&MIL CONSTRUCTION LTD Logo

    YAN&MIL CONSTRUCTION LTD

    9.92

    (27 reviews)

    Operates in Derby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Wall Tie Replacements
    Cladding
    Car Ports
    Call

  • PA Dyson Building & Roofing Ltd

    9.86

    (33 reviews)

    Operates in Derby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Concreting
    Partition Walls
    Garage Conversions
    Call
  • Unique Property Construction Logo

    Unique Property Construction

    9.00

    (28 reviews)

    Operates in Derby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Wall Tie Replacements
    Structural Steels
    Car Ports
    Call

  • Master Building Services Ltd

    (0 reviews)

    Operates in Derby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Garden Studios
    Cladding
    Core Drilling
    Call
  • DJMJoinersBuilders Ltd Logo

    DJMJoinersBuilders Ltd

    10.00

    (7 reviews)

    Operates in Derby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Extensions / Conversions
    Partition Walls
    Concreting
    Call

  • KPB Building Ltd

    9.85

    (96 reviews)

    Operates in Derby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    New Builds
    Foundations
    Refurbishments
    Call
  • X P B CONSTRUCTION LTD Logo

    X P B CONSTRUCTION LTD

    10.00

    (5 reviews)

    Operates in Derby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Garage Conversions
    Warehouse Racking
    Core Drilling
    Call
  • DQ Maintenance Ltd Logo

    DQ Maintenance Ltd

    9.93

    (5 reviews)

    Operates in Derby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Concrete Garages
    Agricultural Building
    Extensions / Conversions
    Call
  • Jon The Builder Logo

    Jon The Builder

    (0 reviews)

    Operates in Derby

    Suggested Services
    Laminate Flooring Installation
    £91 / m²
    Call
  • Result Construction & Maintenance Logo

    Result Construction & Maintenance

    9.91

    (23 reviews)

    Operates in Derby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Workshop Design / Construction
    Equestrian Stable
    Garage Conversions
    Call

General building in Derby

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