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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.
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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.....
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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......
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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 Central East
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
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
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
Fastrac UK Building and Paving Contractors
- www.fastracgroup.co.uk
- At Fastrac we offer a service that will take your building contract from start to finish including extensions, kitchens, buildings, paving, driveways and decking.
- 67 Sythrum Crescent Glenrothes, Fife, KY7 5DH
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
SM Building Preservations
- www.preservationfife.com
- Professional preservation company, all work carried out by qualified tradesmen. Free surveys and advice offered, all work fully guaranteed for 30 years through Zurich insurance. All area of Fife covered.
- 31 Carleton Cresent, Glenrothes, Fife, KY7 5AN
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
Bruce & Partners
- Robertson Ho Whitefriars Cres, Perth, Perthshire, PH2 0PA
J.A Crow
- Tron Square, Dunning, Perth, Perthshire, PH2 0RG
M Drysdale
- Ladeside Yd Stirling Rd, Milnathort, Kinross, Kinross-Shire, KY13 9XR
Hall & Tawse
- South Inch Bsns Cntr Shore Rd, Perth, Perthshire, PH2 8BW
JBC (Scotland) Ltd
- 37 High St, Perth, KY13 8AA
T Livingstone
- Hillwood, Cameron, St. Andrews, Fife, KY16 8PD
Graeme Millar
- 46 New Road, Milnathort, Kinross, Kinross-Shire, KY13 9XT
Restorations & Renovations
- South Street, Milnathort, Kinross, Kinross-Shire, KY13 9XB
P.H Smith
- 2 Cameron Court, Auchtermuchty, Cupar, Fife, KY14 7LE
F.A Sweeney
- Seggiehill, Guardbridge, St. Andrews, Fife, KY16 0UP
J.S Taylor
- Gray Street, Perth, Perthshire, PH2 0JL
C Allan
- Muirfield Park, Gullane, East Lothian, EH31 2DY
Almond Building Company
- 107 Overton Cres, East Calder, West Lothian, EH53 0RJ
Wm Black & Sons Ltd
- 540 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, EH11 3AL
Boness Building Services
- Kinneil Gar Grangemouth Rd, Bo'Ness, West Lothian, EH51 0PU
David Boyack Homes Ltd
- 45 Pottery Street, Kirkcaldy, Fife, KY1 3ET
Stanley Brash
- Peebles, Peeblesshire, EH45 8NA
James Breck Ltd
- 12 Hailes Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9NF
G Bremner
- 53 High Street, Pittenweem, Anstruther, Fife, KY10 2PL
Central Building Services
- 2 Beechwood Gdns Beechwood Rd, Blackburn, Bathgate, West Lothian, EH47 7PS
Community Self Build Scotland
- Crosshill Cntr Main St, Crosshill, Lochgelly, Fife, KY5 8BJ
Dunbar Builders
- 1 Saughtonhall Drive, Edinburgh, EH12 5TW
First Call Home Improvements
- 164 Bailielands, Linlithgow, West Lothian, EH49 7TG
Forbes Davidson
- 102 Spring Gardens, Edinburgh, EH8 8EY
Glenalmond Trading Investments
- 4 Newmills Road, Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 1DU
HBG GA Construction
- Hailes Ho Hailes Av Lanark Rd, Edinburgh, EH13 0LZ
Brian Hutton
- 94 Perth Road, Cowdenbeath, Fife, KY4 9HB
I.M Johnston
- Unit 17, Mayfield Industrial Estate, Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 4AD
Andrew Kerr
- Belgrave Bsns Cntr Frederick St, Edinburgh, EH2 1EP
Lawrence
- 1 Durham Bank, Bonnyrigg, EH19 3JT
Master Homes
- 23 Newlands, Kirknewton, Midlothian, EH27 8LR
Maxam
- Cultins Road, Edinburgh, EH11 4DL
Moran (Dalkeith)
- Smeaton, Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 2NN
Redrow Homes (Scotland) Ltd Sales
- Harwood Range Masterton Rd, Dunfermline, Fife, KY11 8HX
Response Building Maintenance Services
- Deans Indust Est, Deans Industrial Estate, Deans, Livingston, West Lothian, EH54 8QY
Reywood General Building Preservation
- Macmerry Industrial Estate, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 1RD
Robb Reinstatements
- 16 Strathalmond Gn, Edinburgh, EH4 8AQ
W.H Sharp
- Main St, Cairneyhill, Dunfermline, Fife, KY12 8RN
John Simpson
- 1 Main Street, Kilrenny, Anstruther, Fife, KY10 3JL
P & M Sinclair
- Thornton Road, Rosewell, Midlothian, EH24 9DP
Smart
- Redbraes Pl, Edinburgh, EH4 6AB
John.A Smith
- Gilmerton, North Berwick, East Lothian, EH39 5LQ
Fank Spratt
- 126 Canongate, Edinburgh, EH8 8DD
Bruce Stark
- 36 Spylaw Street, Edinburgh, EH13 0JT
Richard Street
- McLean Ho Cartmore Ind Est, Lochgelly, Fife, KY5 8LL
George Sweeney Jnr
- 39 Whitehill Road, Glenrothes, Fife, KY6 2RW
Systems Homes
- Fife Transport Depot Boston Rd, Glenrothes, Fife, KY6 2RE
Wernick Hire
- Cartmore Industrial Estate, Lochgelly, Fife, KY5 8LL
Balfour Beatty
- Edinburgh Road, Shotts, Lanarkshire, ML7 5DT
Barratt (Scotland) Ltd
- Mayfield House, 7 Maggiewoods Loan, Falkirk, Stirlingshire, FK1 5SJ
T Muir Construction
- 2a Gowan Avenue, Falkirk, Stirlingshire, FK2 7HL
Muirfield
- 26d Abbotsinch Road, Grangemouth, Stirlingshire, FK3 9UX
Redrow Homes (Scotland) Ltd (Head Office)
- 3 Central Park Avenue, Stenhousemuir, Larbert, Stirlingshire, FK5 4EX