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  • B Davis Property Maintenance Logo

    B Davis Property Maintenance

    9.79

    (81 reviews)

    Operates in Southampton

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Cladding
    Garage Conversions
    Concreting
    Call
  • Moore Crest Builders Logo

    Moore Crest Builders

    9.00

    (89 reviews)

    Operates in Southampton

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Structural Steels
    Garden Studios
    Basement / Cellar Conversions
    Call
  • Nell Developments Limited Logo

    Nell Developments Limited

    9.82

    (15 reviews)

    Operates in Southampton

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Emergency Builder Service
    Fire and Flood Renovation
    Insurance Claim Specialist
    Call

  • Kev McHugh t/a M P I

    9.44

    (306 reviews)

    Operates in Southampton

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Refurbishments
    Property Maintenance / Repair
    Loft Conversions
    Call
  • The Honest Builder Logo

    The Honest Builder

    10.00

    (351 reviews)

    Operates in Southampton

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Brick / Concrete Structural Repairs
    Concreting
    Wall Tie Replacements
    Call
  • MK General Builder Logo

    MK General Builder

    9.42

    (38 reviews)

    Operates in Southampton

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Foundations
    Partition Walls
    Core Drilling
    Call
  • ADDY HOME IMPROVEMENTS LTD Logo

    ADDY HOME IMPROVEMENTS LTD

    9.05

    (29 reviews)

    Operates in Southampton

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Concrete Garages
    Wall Tie Replacements
    Brick / Concrete Structural Repairs
    Call
  • Aspire Building and Construction Limited Logo

    Aspire Building and Construction Limited

    10.00

    (140 reviews)

    Operates in Southampton

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Wall Tie Replacements
    Partition Walls
    Loft Conversions
    Call
  • Goss & Sons Building and Roofing Logo

    Goss & Sons Building and Roofing

    9.89

    (608 reviews)

    Operates in Southampton

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Mastic Sealant
    Garage Conversions
    Garden Studios
    Call

  • J Ash Builders Ltd

    10.00

    (73 reviews)

    Operates in Southampton

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Wall Tie Replacements
    New Builds
    Loft Conversions
    Call
  • Daco Refurbishment Plumbing & Heating Ltd Logo

    Daco Refurbishment Plumbing & Heating Ltd

    10.00

    (39 reviews)

    Operates in Southampton

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Wall Tie Replacements
    Cladding
    Core Drilling
    Call
  • GRL Building Services Ltd Logo

    GRL Building Services Ltd

    10.00

    (160 reviews)

    Operates in Southampton

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Equestrian Stable
    Car Ports
    Structural Steels
    Call

General building in Southampton

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