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SERVING THE BORDERS & LOTHIANS
Typical Lead Times
Every building project is different, and lead times can vary depending on the type of work, current workload, weather conditions, and your own preferred timeline.
At Fenton Building & Construction, we aim to be open and realistic about availability, while remaining flexible where possible.
The information below is intended as a general guide only, helping you understand what to expect when planning your project.
What Affects Lead Times?
Lead times are influenced by several factors, including:
Current projects already booked in
The size and complexity of the work
Weather conditions (particularly external work)
Material availability
Required customer timelines and flexibility
Current projects already booked in
The size and complexity of the work
Weather conditions (particularly external work)
Material availability
Required customer timelines and flexibility
Because of this, lead times can change, and we always confirm availability on a project-by-project basis.
Typical Timeframes -
A General Guide
Smaller Works & Minor Alterations
Examples: internal alterations, small repairs, minor building work
Estimated lead time
Typically 1–4 weeks, depending on current workload.
Medium-Sized Projects
Examples: wall removal, structural alterations, patios, external works
Estimated lead time
Typically 2–6 weeks.
Large Projects
Examples: extensions, major structural work, multi-stage projects
Estimated lead time
Typically 6-10+ weeks, often planned further in advance.
The above timeframes are indicative only and may vary.
Planning Around Your Timeline
If you have a specific deadline or preferred start date, it’s always best to let us know as early as possible.
In some cases, we may be able to:
Schedule work around your availability
Recommend phased approaches
Advise on alternative timings
Schedule work around your availability
Recommend phased approaches
Advise on alternative timings
We’ll always be honest about what’s achievable and avoid overpromising.
How We Confirm Your Start Date
Start dates are confirmed only once a project has been agreed and scheduled. This ensures fairness, clarity, and realistic planning for all customers.
Once confirmed, we aim to stick to agreed timescales, keeping you informed if anything changes.
A Note on Weather & External Work
For external projects, weather conditions can affect scheduling.
Where possible, we’ll plan work to minimise disruption and will always keep you updated if changes are required.
Talk to Us About Availability
If you’re planning building work and would like to discuss availability or timing, we’re always happy to help.
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