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
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.
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.
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...
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...
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.
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
'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 Cambridgeshire
- Simpson Hall Contracts Limited
- www.buildingcontractorscambridgeshire.com
- Simpson Hall Contractors Limited are Cambridgeshire_s leading building contractors, builders Cambridgeshire, contract builders Cambridgeshire.
- 0845 6834591 - Unit 5 The Old Maltings, Cambridge, CB5 8PY
- Just Taking Care of Business
- www.justtakingcareofbusiness.com
- We cater for all your building requirements including conversions, extensions, alterations, electrical work and general building services. We have been in the business for 20 years, supplying our services throughout Cambridge and Great Yarmouth.
- 01480 411132 - Unit 2 The Grange Farm, Gt Stukeley, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 4AE
- AR Aspinall & Sons Ltd
- www.araspinall.co.uk
- AR Aspinall and Sons Ltd are Cambridge based builders merchants for the trade and retail stockists of all building supplies. We can offer free delivery and our prices are very competitive.
- 01954 261351 - 2 Station Road, Willingham, Cambridgeshire, CB4 5HF
- Fascia Expressions
- www.fasciaexpressions.com
- Specialists in UPVC Fascia Boards, soffits covering the whole of Cambridgeshire area. For a FREE no obligation quotes. Please call your local company, whos reputation has been built on customer satisfaction
- 0845 2631843 - 4 Kirby Road Waterbeach, Cambridge, CB25 9LX
- D Barraco & Son Building Contractors
- www.dbarracoandsonbuildingcontractors.co.uk
- We are a family ran business of 30 years. We cater for all aspects of domestic building work including extensions, conservatories, driveways and patios. Free estimates available.
- 0845 2634876 - 51 Broadway Yaxley, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE7 3EA
- Creative Build and Interiors
- www.cambridge-builder.com
- Creative Build and Interiors are Cambridge_s leading builders and joiners. We are FMB approved and mainly specialize in general building, carpentry, joinery, extensions and kitchens. All domestic and commercial work is undertaken. Please visit the website for more information.
- 07810 546871 - The Old Cow Shed Foxes Bridge Road, Cambridge, CB3 7EE
- Dragon Contracts
- www.centralheatinginstallationssaffronwalden.co.uk
- We offer many years expereince in heating and plumbing installations and all aspects of building services including renovations and repairs.call today on 07956265676 or visit our webiste for more details
- 0845 2632435 - Stocking Green Farm Stocking Green, Saffron Walden, CB10 2SS
- Belmark Builders Limited
- www.buildersinpeterborough.com
- A professional local firm with over 20 years experience that provides a very high standard of quality services, workmanship that_s grown on the back of our customer recommendations.
- 0845 2635616 - 10 East End Langtoft, Peterborough, PE6 9LP
- Building Refurbishment Specialist
- www.brs62.co.uk
- Building Refurbishments Specialist cover all Cambridgeshire and Essex in all general building and property maintenance and refurbishments. Part P registered. No job too big or small.
- 0845 6834125 - 141 Olive Avenue, Leigh On Sea, Essex, SS9 3PX
- Abco Construction
- 01954 250921 - 226-228 High Street, Cottenham, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 8RZ
- S.S Ambrose
- 01353 662231 - Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 1AE
- Anglia Construction Services
- 01223 425555 - 24 Cambridge Road, Milton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 6AW
- Anglian Construction
- 01638 742272 - Factory Road, Burwell, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB5 0BN
- Beaugrove
- 01223 837100 - 24 High St, Whittlesford, CB2 4LT
- Betson Building Contractors
- 01223 420735 - 68 Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 0DN
- Bluestone
- 01223 836611 - Babraham Road, Sawston, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 4LJ
- Buckingham & Sparrow
- 01353 860382 - Lynn Road, Littleport, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 1JL
- Burdens
- 01954 213700 - 25 St. Neots Road, Hardwick, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 7QH
- T Butler
- 01223 832156 - Common Lane, Sawston, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 4HW
- Cambridge Building Collective
- 01223 324105 - 27 Cheddars Lane, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB5 8LD
- Cambuild
- 01353 699911 - Beald Ho California, Little Downham, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2UF
- Carter (Cambridge)
- 01223 265300 - Barton Rd, Comberton, CB3 7BY
- Charles Lee Construction
- 0800 0282563 - Old Workshop, Lowbarns Fm Mill La, Arrington, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 0DB
- Constable Construction
- 01353 777578 - 9a Martins Lane, Witcham, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2LB
- J.W Corney
- 01954 260476 - 23 Station Road, Willingham, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 5HF
- Cortex Contract Services
- 01353 661976 - Unit 5 Lancaster Wy Bsns Pk, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 3NW
- Croudace Homes
- 01763 241151 - Old Police Stn, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 9DU
- Dossett
- 01223 870182 - 10 Cambridge Road, Foxton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 6SH
- Doyle & Jeeps
- 01954 250841 - 268 High Street, Cottenham, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 8RZ
- Eastern Builders Federation
- 01223 578680 - William James Ho Cowley Rd, Cambridge, CB4 4WX
- Farrans Construction
- 01223 440469 - Ely Road, Waterbeach, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB5 9PG
- Federation of Master Builders
- 01223 576462 - 4 Brooklands Avenue, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 2BB
- M.A.G Francis
- 01763 208385 - Bridge Ho High St, Fowlmere, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 7ST
- C.J Hanson
- 01223 880414 - 63 Church Street, Great Wilbraham, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 5JQ
- Hays Labour Hire
- 01223 329444 - Terrington Ho Hills Rd, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3AH
- Hincks Construction Major Works
- 0800 281505 - Nuthampstead, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 8NB
- R Hough
- 01353 778555 - 78 High Street, Sutton, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2NW
- Howdens Joinery
- 01223 247238 - Unit 6, Coldhams Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 3EW
- Hunts Construction
- 01223 210091 - 84 Mowbray Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 7TG
- Integrated Building Services Design Partnership
- 01223 436600 - Newham Ho Cowley Rd, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 0WZ
- Jewson (Cambridge)
- 01223 356904 - Mercers Row, Newmarket Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB5 8HY
- Jewson (Royston)
- 01763 241561 - Orchard Rd, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5HA
- B.J Jordan
- 01353 662353 - 3 Marroway Lane, Witchford, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2HU
- M.G Jordan
- 01353 699472 - 8 Chapel Lane, Little Downham, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2TN
- K.W Doggett
- 01223 568201 - 28-30 Natal Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 3NS
- KH Construction
- 01223 411828 - 31 Godwin Wy, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 8QW
- Kidman & Sons Ltd
- 01223 352476 - 62-68 Victoria Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 3DY
- J King
- 01223 843578 - 6 Haverhill Road, Stapleford, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 5BX
- A Kinns
- 01763 853139 - Lodge Fm Silver St, Guilden Morden, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 0JT
- Gleeds
- 01223 488600 - Godwin Ho Castle Pk, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0RA
- Antim Services
- 01954 231582 - 118 Boxworth End, Swavesey, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 5RA
- Brewer & Jackson Homes
- 01223 871777 - Willow Farm Stables, 5 Barton Road, Haslingfield, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 7LL
- Easy Build
- 01353 699500 - 56 Main Street, Little Downham, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2ST
- Brown Brick Road Construction
- 01763 248515 - 28 Quail Walk, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 7XL
- Chalcroft Construction
- 01223 460566 - 23 Signet Ct Swann Road, CB5 8LA
- Brickology
- 01799 520170 - 4 Castle Court, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 1BH
- Cyril Sweett
- 01223 454500 - Wellington Ct Wellington Street, CB1 1HZ
- C & G Building Supplies Ltd
- 01440 707788 - 35 Hollands Road, Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 8PU
- Andy Knott Construction
- 01353 614413 - Unit 7-8, Sedgeway Business Park, Common Road, Witchford, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2HY
- Beaugrove
- 01223 353109 - 3 Stukeley Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 9LT