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 Chard
- D and G Builders
- www.dandgbuildersltd.co.uk
- Our services range from minor alterations to full renovations. We can offer a complete service from the planning and advice through to the finished product. We specialise in barn conversions and extensions but no job is too small.
- 07971 523045 - 59 Holcombe Estate, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2DT
- CFB Renovations Ltd
- www.cfbrenovationsltd.co.uk
- With nearly eight years in the industry, CSB Renovations offer a high standard of workmanship, a clean and tidy service and pride themselves on the efficiency of their work.
- 0845 2632113 - 5 Penny Meade Bilton, Somerset, TA19 9HH, TA19 9HH
- RH Building Services (South West) Ltd
- www.rhbuildingservicessouthwestltd.co.uk
- RH Building Services (South West) Ltd specialise in all aspects of general building work throughout Somerset. Our services include new builds, extensions, renovations, alterations, roofing, driveways and much more.
- 0845 2632011 - 3 Greenwood Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3LE
- Carrington Roofing
- www.carringtonroofing.co.uk
- Carrington Roofing are roofing contractors based in Guildford. We specialise in all types of domestic and commercial roofing.
- 01252 650260 - 27 North Side, Farnham, GU10 1EB
- Sharland RJ and WM Sharland and Sons Ltd
- www.builderexmouth.com
- Quality family run business for 37 years. Anything from alterations to build and design. Quality workmanship and attention to detail.
- 0845 2634963 - The Barn Bonds Farm House, Exmouth, EX8 5DA
- Takle Building Co
- www.buildertiverton.co.uk
- Experienced builder in all aspects of construction from design to completion specialising in extensions and new builds. We cover Exeter and a wide area around. All our work is backed by the Federation of master Builders.
- 0845 2634685 - 12 Kitwell Street Uffculme, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 3AP
- T.E Cleal
- 01460 62913 - Barn Close Cottage Stantway, Combe St. Nicholas, Chard, Somerset, TA20 3NA
- Court Mill Builders
- 01460 62199 - Pekan Court Mill La, Wadeford, Chard, Somerset, TA20 3AX
- P.J & J Dearden
- 01460 62281 - The Old Stn Great Western Rd, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1EQ
- P.A Druce
- 01460 65907 - 22 Coronation Street, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2EP
- Jewson (Chard)
- 01460 62491 - East St, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1EL
- K.D.J Slade
- 01460 30155 - TA20 4EB
- Ash
- 01460 240434 - Builders Yd, Seavington, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 0QQ
- 4.2 miles from Chard
- Bishop Brothers
- 01460 53783 - Rectory Cott, Donyatt, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 0RU
- 4.2 miles from Chard
- Bradfords Building Supplies
- 01460 54551 - Station Rd, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9AY
- 4.2 miles from Chard
- W Coombes
- 01460 52988 - Station Rd, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9AU
- 4.2 miles from Chard
- GWA Building Contractors
- 01460 57618 - 43 Ladymeade, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 0EA
- 4.2 miles from Chard
- Hawgate Ltd
- 01460 53884 - Broadway, Broadway, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9RG
- 4.2 miles from Chard
- Bees Building Services
- 01823 480494 - Cosyways Oldway La, Wrantage, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 6DE
- 4.5 miles from Chard
- Commerce Builders
- 01823 442946 - Fair View, Ham, Creech St. Michael, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 5PA
- 4.5 miles from Chard
- N.R Hodges
- 01823 601408 - Rooks Castle Fm, Stapley, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 7QA
- 4.5 miles from Chard
- Limebase Products Ltd
- 01460 281921 - Waldronds Park Isle Brewers, Taunton, TA3 6QP
- 4.5 miles from Chard
- Envirogen Construction
- 01823 421100 - Blen Cathra, Blagdon Hill, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 7SF
- 4.5 miles from Chard
- Prosser & Pike
- 01823 442944 - Castle Nursery, Creech Heathfield, TA3 5EH
- 4.5 miles from Chard
- Atkins Construction Services
- 01823 285800 - Crown Industrial Estate, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8RX
- 7.7 miles from Chard
- Barratt & Canniford
- 01823 270651 - Western Ho Cook Way, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6BJ
- 7.7 miles from Chard
- Adam Fry General Builders
- 01823 334292 - 56 Dowell Clo, Taunton, TA2 6BA
- 7.7 miles from Chard
- A & H Gadd
- 01823 322022 - Cook Wy, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6BJ
- 7.7 miles from Chard
- Howden's Joinery Branches
- 01823 334723 - Unit 1 & 2 Merlin Indust Pk, Priorswood Industrial Estate, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8DE
- 7.7 miles from Chard
- R.C Howse
- 01823 331715 - 2 Cresswell Avenue, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6LR
- 7.7 miles from Chard
- Jewson Taunton
- 01823 272273 - Livingstone Wy, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6BD
- 7.7 miles from Chard
- Bluestone
- 01823 624100 - 3 Heron Gte Office Pk Hankridge Wy, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2LR
- 9.9 miles from Chard
- Bradfords Building Supplies
- 01823 254666 - Wellington New Rd, Taunton, TA1 5LX
- 9.9 miles from Chard
- Cropper & Naum Construction Ltd
- 01823 423222 - 50 Upper High Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3PY
- 9.9 miles from Chard
- Deane Organ Builders
- 01823 253036 - Unit 8 Trinity Business Cntr South St, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3AG
- 9.9 miles from Chard
- George
- 01823 331444 - Holway Green, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2YJ
- 9.9 miles from Chard
- L.A Holt
- 01823 326377 - 10 Holly Close, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2QW
- 9.9 miles from Chard
- Jewson Hire Point Bridgwater
- 01278 426747 - Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5LU
- 9.9 miles from Chard
- Jewson (Taunton)
- 01823 337121 - Priory Wy, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2BB
- 9.9 miles from Chard
- Taunton Plumbing & Insulation Supplies
- 01823 350555 - Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QB
- 9.9 miles from Chard