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  • Lilly's Building & Landscapes Logo

    Lilly's Building & Landscapes

    9.53

    (352 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Extensions / Conversions
    Fire and Flood Renovation
    Insurance Claim Specialist
    Call
  • Aspire Construction (Darlington) Logo

    Aspire Construction (Darlington)

    9.88

    (36 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Extensions / Conversions
    Garage Conversions
    Refurbishments
    Call
  • Expert Builders Ltd Logo

    Expert Builders Ltd

    9.79

    (18 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Wall Tie Replacements
    Concrete Garages
    Partition Walls
    Call
  • Kingdom Builders Logo

    Kingdom Builders

    10.00

    (18 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Basement / Cellar Conversions
    Garden Studios
    Demolition
    Call
  • Renov8 Building & Property Services Ltd Logo

    Renov8 Building & Property Services Ltd

    10.00

    (1 review)

    Operates in Thornaby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Fire and Flood Renovation
    Insurance Claim Specialist
    Extensions / Conversions
    Call
  • Bells property solutions Logo

    Bells property solutions

    10.00

    (21 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Mastic Sealant
    Refurbishments
    Car Ports
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  • A.I.L PROPERTY SPECIALISTS LTD Logo

    A.I.L PROPERTY SPECIALISTS LTD

    9.74

    (20 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Brick / Concrete Structural Repairs
    Foundations
    Concreting
    Call
  • Renovobuild Logo

    Renovobuild

    9.67

    (4 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Loft Conversions
    Refurbishments
    Garage Conversions
    Call
  • Barry Shaw & Son Building Ltd Logo

    Barry Shaw & Son Building Ltd

    10.00

    (104 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Brick / Concrete Structural Repairs
    Cladding
    Refurbishments
    Call

  • A19 Garage Conversions and Building Services

    10.00

    (101 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Refurbishments
    Garage Conversions
    Brick / Concrete Structural Repairs
    Call
  • Gibsons Property Services Logo

    Gibsons Property Services

    10.00

    (112 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby

    Services & skills
    Builder
    General Building
    Structural Design
    Brick / Concrete Structural Repairs
    New Builds
    Call
  • Taylor Roche Developments Ltd Logo

    Taylor Roche Developments Ltd

    10.00

    (19 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby

    Suggested Services
    Internal Door Fitting
    £60 / item
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General building in Thornaby

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