Workshop Builders in March (10)

A workshop in building is a room or building that contains tools, machinery, and materials for making or repairing things.

Workshops are often used for working with wood or metal. They are used by various tradespeople from joiners and metal workers to mechanics and engineers.

Workshops are also used for DIY enthusiasts as an area to enjoy their hobby.

The cost to build a workshop in the UK can vary greatly. Factors to consider include the size of the workshop and the materials it is made from.

Prefabricated timber workshops can cost as little as £2,750 to build. A bespoke brick-built workshop, on the other hand, can cost anywhere from £17,500 to £26,500.

Again, this depends on the size and complexity of the workshop. It will also depend on the weather, material availability, and builder’s time schedule.

Smaller simple workshops can be built in under a week. Larger more complex workshops can take several weeks or even months to build.

Workshops are usually categorised by the material they are made from. The five most common workshop materials are:

• Brick

• Concrete

• Timber

• Metal

• Plastic

Brick built workshops are usually the most expensive. They are, however, long lasting, and aesthetically attractive.

Plastic workshops are the cheapest and often the quickest to install.

A good workshop should be structured to make working in it as convenient as possible. Storage for tools, material, and equipment should be provided.

Electricity and plumbing will also be advantageous depending on the desired usage of the workshop.

A good workshop should also be easily accessible. This is particularly true for larger workshops where heavy duty materials need to be delivered.

You can build a workshop in your garden without planning permission as long as it meets the following criteria:

• It occupies less than 50% of your garden

• The workshop floor space does not exceed 15 metres squared

• It is no higher than 2.5 metres

• It is not within 2 metres of the property boundary

• It is not located to the front of the house

Further restrictions may apply if you live in a listed building or conservation area. If you are unsure whether you require planning permission to build a workshop, always check with your local authority before any work begins.

The cheapest way to build a workshop is to do it yourself and use scrap materials where possible.

Plastic and metal workshops are often the cheapest options. Timber workshops can also be cost-effective if you are using reclaimed wood.

Brick-built workshops are the most expensive option. If you have good bricklaying skills, however, a brick-built shed could be the cheapest option in the long run because of its excellent life expectancy.

Building a workshop yourself may be the cheapest option. It is, however, a tricky job to take on requiring various construction skills and experience.

Most workshops are built because a person wants to use them regularly and for many years. If you want a well-constructed workshop that will stand the test of time, it’s always best to hire a professional workshop builder to complete the job.