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Cowboy builders are the scourge of the construction industry. Although they make up only a tiny minority of those working in the building trade, they are out there
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One of the most common building materials used in structures as well as decorative additions is concrete. Although we are well accustomed to seeing it, concrete is not found naturally the way we find iron or aluminium.
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Brick is a virtually maintenance free material that resist the elements, as well as moisture, fire, and much general wear and tear. It is also fairly soundproof, and does not lose its colouring with age.
These properties make brick an ideal house building material, alongside its capacity to insulate against cold and retain heat. As well as its common use in house building, brick is often effectively implemented in garden design.
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To create sustainable buildings in both residential and commercial construction, it is important to consider how the structure is built and with what materials. We must begin to realise the impact our...
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Asbestos was a material used in building and construction quite extensively throughout the UK between the 1950s and 1980s. Since then however, there have been major efforts to remove it due it to its carcinogenic properties and other health-damaging attributes.
It was widely agreed that asbestos poses a significant health risk, though whether any types are less dangerous...
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Loft conversions are an increasingly popular means to adding space and value to your home. On average, a loft conversion costs around a third of the price of moving to a property with an extra room.
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Unlike loft conversions, house extensions are more about creating space than adding value to the property, although it is of course an important consideration. Extending your home may be a more...
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The Building Regulations are a national standard (known as Standards in Scotland) that apply to all kinds of buildings, ranging from a simple home extension to major developments.
Covering every aspect of building design and construction, the Building Regulations exist to protect patron’s health and safety, and ensure the access, energy, and operation of the building is fully conserved.
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Aggregate is a mixture of sand and stones that is added to cement with water to bring about hardening. Aggregates are vital to most building projects. Whether you're laying a patio, building a wall or rendering...
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Before beginning any DIY project, it is important to plan fully and understand what the whole strategy entails as well as what you want the outcome to be. You must prepare for the various steps involved in the project...
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The Federation of Master Builders was established in the UK more than 60 years ago. It is a trade association that was formed to benefit small to medium sized businesses, and has now grown into the largest UK...
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'Self-build' is a fast-growing phenomenon in the UK. Over the last quarter of a century, the number of self-build projects being undertaken has increased more than ten-fold, from 2000 to 25000 per year.
Builders in Edinburgh
- Flat Solution Builders
- www.flatsolution.co.uk
- Flat Solution is a fantastic painting and decorating company based in Edinburgh. We provide a friendly, reliable, professional and affordable service.
- Building 4 Flat 15 Albion Gardens, Edinburgh, EH7 5QF
- PMR (Scotland) Ltd
- www.buildersmidlothian.co.uk
- Chris the proprietor started PMR Scotland Ltd in 1989. They offer an excellent, reliable and professional service with a wealth of knowledge in each trade. See website for more information.
- 1 Bath Street Lane, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH15 1HA
- Method Construction
- www.methodconstruction.co.uk
- Established and experienced company who covers all aspects of general building and carpentry and joinery. No job too large or small. We are fully insured with 5 Million public liability. Call us now.
- 7/4 Lochend Square, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 6ED
- Kenny Rafferty Joiners And Builders
- www.kennyraffertyjoinersandbuilders.co.uk
- Kenny Rafferty Joiners And Builders provide a professional and reliable building service covering all aspects from extensions, conversions and joiners to kitchen supply and fit. Call us now for a free estimate
- 6 Ness Place Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 2QP
- Lindstone Contracts Ltd
- www.builderedinburgh.org
- A professional, family run business specialising in residential, commercial and industrial new builds. Winners of numerous awards and covering the Edinburgh area. For a professional service please contact us.
- 4 Bowling Green Street Methil, Leven, Fife, KY8 3DH
- TRS Ltd
- www.trsplumbing.co.uk
- TRS Ltd undertake all aspects of central heating and gas appliance installations. For a no obligation quote or more information give us a call.
- PO Box 21038, Stirling, Stirlingshire, FK8 1XJ
- Jewson Perth
- Edinburgh, EH9 1JJ
- Denver Construction
- Site Office Lothian Rd, Edinburgh, EH1 2AB
- Forbes Davidson
- 102 Spring Gardens, Edinburgh, EH8 8EY
- 1.2 miles from Edinburgh
- Boland Jarrett (Edinburgh) Ltd
- 49 Northumberland Street, Edinburgh, EH3 6JJ
- 1.2 miles from Edinburgh
- James Breck Ltd
- 12 Hailes Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9NF
- 1.2 miles from Edinburgh
- Builder Center (Edinburgh, Eyre Place)
- 72-74 Eyre Place, Edinburgh, EH3 5EL
- 1.2 miles from Edinburgh
- Construction Licensing Executive
- 4 Walker Street, Edinburgh, EH3 7LA
- 1.2 miles from Edinburgh
- Dome Building Services Project Management
- 45 Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EP
- 1.2 miles from Edinburgh
- Hays Construction & Property
- 24 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, EH2 4ET
- 1.2 miles from Edinburgh
- Roxburgh Homes
- 9 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH2 2AF
- 1.2 miles from Edinburgh
- Builder Center (Edinburgh, Portobello)
- West Telferton Portobello Indust Est, Edinburgh, EH7 6UL
- 1.8 miles from Edinburgh
- Dunedin Building Merchants Ltd
- 14-16 Dunedin Street, Edinburgh, EH7 4JG
- 1.8 miles from Edinburgh
- Gordon Guthrie Contracts
- Beaverhall Ho Beaverhall Rd, Edinburgh, EH7 4JE
- 1.8 miles from Edinburgh
- Harvey Building Supplies
- 57 Fishwives Csewy, Edinburgh, EH7 6GH
- 1.8 miles from Edinburgh
- Colgan Builder Plant Hire
- 4c Nantwich Drive, Edinburgh, EH7 6QW
- 1.8 miles from Edinburgh
- Chieftain Property Developments
- 6c Canaan Lane, Edinburgh, EH10 4SY
- 1.8 miles from Edinburgh
- A & D Building Services Ltd
- 106-108 Salamander Street, Edinburgh, EH6 7LA
- 2.0 miles from Edinburgh
- Cornhill Building Services Ltd
- 17 Madeira Street, Edinburgh, EH6 4AJ
- 2.0 miles from Edinburgh
- The Edinburgh Construction Group Ltd
- 5a Carron Place, Edinburgh, EH6 7RE
- 2.0 miles from Edinburgh
- Crown Decorator Centre
- Unit 6 Newhaven Rd Bonnington Indust Est, Edinburgh, EH6 5PY
- 2.0 miles from Edinburgh
- Burdens
- Edinburgh, EH6 6JA
- 2.0 miles from Edinburgh
- Burdens
- Edinburgh, EH6 6JA
- 2.0 miles from Edinburgh
- Cockburn Engineering
- 17 West Harbour Road, Edinburgh, EH5 1PN
- 2.6 miles from Edinburgh
- Forsyth Building
- 50 West Harbour Road, Edinburgh, EH5 1PP
- 2.6 miles from Edinburgh
- Brock Builders
- 11 Moredun Park Drive, Edinburgh, EH17 7ER
- 2.8 miles from Edinburgh
- Wm Black & Sons Ltd
- 540 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, EH11 3AL
- 2.8 miles from Edinburgh
- Builder Center (Edinburgh, Gorgie Road)
- 499 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, EH11 3AJ
- 2.8 miles from Edinburgh
- George M Bolton
- 4 Harrison Lane, Edinburgh, EH11 1HG
- 2.8 miles from Edinburgh
- Balfour Beatty Construction
- Edinburgh, EH4 9EB
- 3.1 miles from Edinburgh
- Barratt East Scotland
- Craigcrook Castle Annexe, 95 Craigcrook Road, Edinburgh, EH4 3PE
- 3.1 miles from Edinburgh
- HBG GA Construction
- Hailes Ho Hailes Av Lanark Rd, Edinburgh, EH13 0LZ
- 3.4 miles from Edinburgh
- Acorn Services
- 242 Portobello High Street, Edinburgh, EH15 2AT
- 4.0 miles from Edinburgh
- Builders Supply
- 8 Inglis Green Road, Edinburgh, EH14 2HX
- 4.9 miles from Edinburgh
- C I T B Construction Skills
- Pritchard House, 32 Inglis Green Road, Edinburgh, EH14 2ER
- 4.9 miles from Edinburgh
- Corstorphine Building Services
- 63-65 Ladywell Avenue, Edinburgh, EH12 7LL
- 5.0 miles from Edinburgh
- Scoular Douglas
- 9 Broompark Road, Edinburgh, EH12 7JZ
- 5.0 miles from Edinburgh
- Dunbar Builders
- 1 Saughtonhall Drive, Edinburgh, EH12 5TW
- 5.0 miles from Edinburgh
- Dunbar Builders
- 1 Saughtonhall Drive, Edinburgh, EH12 5TW
- 5.0 miles from Edinburgh
- Jewson (edinburgh)
- Turnhouse Rd, Edinburgh, EH12 0BD
- 5.0 miles from Edinburgh
- John Dennis
- 68 Lothian Street, Bonnyrigg, Midlothian, EH19 3AQ
- 5.1 miles from Edinburgh
- Esk Valley Building Services
- 38 Broomieknowe Park, Bonnyrigg, Midlothian, EH19 2JB
- 5.1 miles from Edinburgh
- Gordon Elder Developments
- Butlerfield Industrial Estate, Bonnyrigg, Midlothian, EH19 3JQ
- 5.1 miles from Edinburgh
- Domus Contracts Limited
- Windy Gowl Fm, Penicuik, Midlothian, EH26 9NJ
- 5.4 miles from Edinburgh
- Beatsons Building Supplies
- Eastfield Drive, Penicuik, Midlothian, EH26 8BA
- 5.4 miles from Edinburgh
- Michael Hawkes Builder
- 93 North High Street, Musselburgh, Midlothian, EH21 6JE
- 7.2 miles from Edinburgh
- Buckley Building
- 12 Hadfast Road, Cousland, Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 2NU
- 7.9 miles from Edinburgh
- Esk Builders
- 18 Cowden Terrace, Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 2HJ
- 7.9 miles from Edinburgh
- Forth Pipe Organ Builders
- The Scotway Cntr Newton Village, Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 1SP
- 7.9 miles from Edinburgh
- G B S (Building Services) Ltd
- 4 Thornybank, Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 2NQ
- 7.9 miles from Edinburgh
- Glenalmond Trading Investments
- 4 Newmills Road, Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 1DU
- 7.9 miles from Edinburgh
- Jewson Ltd
- 44-46 Millerhill, Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 1RZ
- 7.9 miles from Edinburgh
- Fusion Work
- Crossgate Hall, Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 2NP
- 7.9 miles from Edinburgh
- E C G Building Maintenance
- 69 Station Road, Ratho Station, Newbridge, Midlothian, EH28 8QP
- 8.8 miles from Edinburgh
- Hay Builders
- 24 Forth Terrace, Dalmeny, South Queensferry, West Lothian, EH30 9JT
- 9.6 miles from Edinburgh