Builders in Aberdeen

Three local building firms, with business details checked against public records. Call them directly or visit their website.

3 builders based in Aberdeen

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Builders across Aberdeen

Builders work across Aberdeen and the AB postcode area.

Areas of Aberdeen

  • Bridge of Don
  • Dyce
  • Cults
  • Rosemount
  • Torry
  • Kincorth

Builders near Aberdeen

What builders in Aberdeen can help with

Wherever you are in Aberdeen, from Bridge of Don to Cults, these are the jobs people ask about most.

House extensions

Single and double storey extensions, kitchen extensions and side returns, from foundations to finish.

Loft conversions

Velux, dormer and hip-to-gable loft conversions to add a bedroom or office.

Renovations and refurbishments

Whole-house renovations, kitchen and bathroom refits, and bringing older properties up to date.

Knocking through walls

Load-bearing walls removed and replaced with steel beams, signed off by building control.

Brickwork and repointing

Garden walls, chimney stacks and repointing of crumbling mortar.

Porches, garages and outbuildings

New porches, garage conversions and outbuildings built to regulations.

How much does a builder cost in Aberdeen?

Prices in Aberdeen are usually around the middle of our UK guide ranges, or a little below.

Builder day rate

£180-£300

Per builder per day. Labourers cost less.

Single storey extension

£2,000-£3,000

Per square metre, as a rough guide.

Loft conversion

£35,000-£60,000

Typical dormer. Velux conversions cost less.

Remove a load-bearing wall

£2,500-£6,000

Including steel beam and building control.

Guide prices only. Your price depends on the job, access and materials.

How to find a builder in Aberdeen

  1. Describe the job

    Write down what needs doing, with photos if you can, so every quote covers the same work.

  2. Get three quotes

    Contact at least three local builders and ask for a written, itemised quote.

  3. Check before you hire

    Compare prices, check insurance and registrations, and ask to see recent work.

Before you hire a builder in Aberdeen

A bad builder is the most expensive mistake on this page. These checks are worth the time.

  • Most building work in Scotland needs a building warrant from your local council before work starts.
  • Check with the council whether you also need planning permission, or whether the work counts as permitted development.
  • The Party Wall Act does not apply in Scotland, so agree any work on a shared wall with your neighbour in writing.
  • Get a written contract with a staged payment schedule. Never pay the full cost up front.
  • Ask to see recent jobs and speak to previous customers.

Builder FAQs for Aberdeen

How much does a builder cost in Aberdeen?

Prices in Aberdeen are usually around the middle of our UK guide ranges, or a little below. Your price depends on the job, access and materials, so compare a few quotes from builders in Aberdeen.

Can I get a builder anywhere in Aberdeen?

Yes. Builders work across Aberdeen and the AB postcode area, including Bridge of Don, Dyce, Cults, Rosemount, Torry and Kincorth. There are also pages for builders in nearby Dundee, Inverness and Perth.

Do I need planning permission for an extension?

Some small extensions are permitted development in Scotland, but most building work still needs a building warrant before it starts. Check with your local council.

How long does a single storey extension take?

Typically 8 to 14 weeks on site once work starts, depending on size, weather and how quickly you choose finishes. Planning and design can add several months beforehand.

How many quotes should I get?

At least three. Make sure each builder is pricing the same drawings and specification, otherwise the quotes are not comparable.

Should I pay a builder a deposit?

A modest deposit for materials is normal on larger jobs. After that, pay in stages as work is completed and never pay for work that has not been done.