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.
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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...
'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 Devon
- Daren Thorne
- www.darenthorne.co.uk
- Here at Daren Thorne we cover all aspects of building work throughout Devon. Our services include extensions, renovations, alterations, plastering and garages etc, for a free estimate call today 0845 263 1208
- 12 Silverwood Heights, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX32 7RJ
- 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.
- The Barn Bonds Farm House, Exmouth, EX8 5DA
- Daly Partnership
- www.buildertorquay.co.uk
- Daly Partnership are a family run business based in Torquay area, we cover house extensions, loft conversions, renovations and refurbishments, Kitchen and bathroom installation also undertaken. Please call for more information.
- Unit 3 Brimley Business Park Blue Waters, Tracey, Newton Abbot, TQ13 9YF
- T & J Building Contractors
- www.builder-totnes.co.uk
- We are a professional building company offering property maintenance and building services from kitchen, bathrooms, tiling etc to extensions, loft conversions and alterations.
- Tullys Mead Farm Stoke Gabriel, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6RN
- Fifields Ltd
- www.airconditioningexeter.com
- We are a NicEic, Corgi and Oftec registered medium sized company, based in the South West region who specialise in building services contracting and maintenance.
- Unit 1 - 6 Marsh Green Road Marsh Barton Industrial Estate, Exeter, Devon, EX2 8NY
- Scott Davis Builders
- www.buildersouthdevon.co.uk
- Scott Davis Builders are a well known building and maintenance firm who operate throughout Devon including Torquay, Exeter, Torbay and surrounding areas.
- 49 Leys Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6EB
- Kevin Rivers Builders
- www.kevinriversbuilders.co.uk
- Kevin Rivers Builders in Torquay have over 35 years of experience in the building industry. We have expertise in extensions, renovations, conservatories and much more.
- 12 East Pafford Avenue, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 8BZ
- Handcrafted Homes Ltd
- www.builder-tiverton.co.uk
- We are Handcrafted Homes Ltd and we specialise in all aspects of building work. Established for 35 years we are efficient and reliable. Covering the Tiverton area we pride ourselves on being a local and friendly service. No job too small.
- 25 Harrowby Close, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 4BQ
- RJ Hammett & Son
- www.buildingservicesdevon.co.uk
- RJ Hammett and Son is a family run business providing a friendly service for all aspects of building and construction work. Visit website for more information.
- Green Close BerryDown, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 0NU
- A Powell
- www.builderinplymouth.com
- A Powell Builders are Plymouth_s leading builders specialising in extensions, conversions, renovations, refurbishments and property maintenance. Please call today or visit the website for more information.
- 168 Keyham Road, Plymouth, PL2 1RB
- MB Davies Builders
- www.builder-exeter.co.uk
- At MB Davies, we offer quality building services from our base in Exeter, Devon. Our reputation is built on outstanding workmanship and attention to detail.
- 25 Whiteway Drive, Exeter, Devon, EX1 3AL
- Ambercoast General Builders
- www.ambercoastgeneralbuilders.co.uk
- A well established company doing loft conversions, extensions, roofing, kitchens, etc. Quality work at good competitive rates.
- 39 Second Avenue Dawlish, Exeter, Devon, EX7 9RH
- D A Skinner Established 1986
- www.buildersexmouth.co.uk
- The proprietor David Skinner has over 20 years experience in the building trade. We provide the highest quality of building work for domestic, commercial and local authorities.
- 23 Bradham Lane, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 4BB
- MDL Building Services
- www.mdlbuildingservices.co.uk
- Professional building company specialising in loft conversions and general building work. Also offer extensions and renovations. Member of the Guild of Master Craftsmen. Please view our site for more info.
- 45 Westhill Avenue, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4LQ
- P B Building Contractors
- www.builder-paignton.co.uk
- With over 40 years experience in the trade PB Contractors offer a complete service from extensions and loft conversions to complete renovations and refurbishments.
- Waterside Bungalow Tamer Street, Cornwall, PL12 4EL
- House to Home Improvement
- www.buildersplymouth.com
- House to Home Improvements have over 20 years experience in the building trade covering the Plymouth, Devon and surrounding areas. We cater to all your building requirements. Call 07745414038!
- 26 Churchlands Road Woolwell, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 7RY
- Abacus Design And Building
- www.abacusdesignandbuilding.co.uk
- Abacus design and building is a specialist building company offering a complete service from start all the way through to completion. Including restoration, building, drives, landscaping, new builds, etc. Please call or visit the website for more information. Free quotes are available.
- The Massenet 16Broad Street, Launcbston, Cornwall, PL1 FA8
- Stevens Property Maintenance
- www.builderpaignton.co.uk
- Steven's Property Maintenance is a leading company in Paignton offering a wide range of services in the Devon area, these services include extensions, general building, plastering, fitting bathrooms and kitchens.
- 70 Lancaster Drive, Paignton, TQ4 7RR
- D T Cockburn Building & Plastering
- www.buildingandplasteringdevon.co.uk
- Building and plastering services across OKEHAMPTON, EXETER and surrounding areas. We offer competitive rates and through colour render systems and traditional lime plastering. Fully insured.
- Little Northwood Goldburn Cross, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1RW
- C H Building
- www.plymouthsbuilders.co.uk
- C H Building is a local company with over 6 years experience in the trade, we cover all aspects of building work.
- 45 Bernice Close, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 7HL
- B Clements General Building
- www.builder-torquay.com
- B Clements General Building Services specialise in all aspects of building and plastering. Established 5 years in the Torquay area with 30 years trade experience. We offer a fast and efficient services.
- 26 Alexandra Terrace, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8HA
- P B Building Contractors
- www.pbbuildingcontractors.com
- With over 40 years experience in the trade PB Contractors offer a complete service from extensions and loft conversions to complete renovations and refurbishments.
- Waterside Bungalow Tamer Street, Cornwall, PL12 4EL
- G Nicholls Builders
- www.builderdevon.biz
- We cover all aspects of building from groundworks, to decorating, extensions, joinery etc. All our work comes with a 10 year guarantee as we are NHBC registered. If you have a building project we will manage and supply everything. We also do call out work.
- Spurs HOuse Gorwood Road, Brewer, Bideford, EX39 5LT
- Newman Stonework Ltd
- www.newmanstoneworkltd.co.uk
- We do all aspects of roofing and stone masonry including barn conversions, new builds, extensions, stone walling, re-roofs, re-pointing, rockeries, roofing, patios and paving. All work is fully guaranteed.
- 23 Osney Cres, Paignton, TQ4 5EY
- 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.
- 12 Kitwell Street Uffculme, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 3AP
- SJH Construction
- 25 years trade experience. Professional builder and roofer. Well established local company. Highly recommended.
- 6 Pound Terrace Mantle Street, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8BY
- Exeter City Council (Civic Centre Paris St Exeter, Building Services)
- Exeter, Devon, EX1 1JJ
- Malcolm Orchard
- 29 Broadway Avenue, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 3EN
- W Partridge
- Skyline, Lapford, Crediton, Devon, EX17 6PZ
- B.W Smith
- 3 Mayfair, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 4NQ
- Trinity Building Services
- 34 Richmond Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2NA
- Bernard Walker & Son
- 8 Sparksbarn Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5NT
- Wallace & Foxford
- Eden Ho, Thorverton, Exeter, Devon, EX5 5NY
- R.P Webber
- 12 Broomhill, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 5AS
- West Lake Properties
- Highfield Fm Clyst Rd, Topsham, Exeter, Devon, EX3 0BY
- D.G Williams
- 1 Kelly Cottages, Moretonhampstead Road, Lustleigh, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 9SW
- Williams
- 1a South Street, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2SX
- C.J Woodley
- Brookside Burrow La, Newton Poppleford, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 0BP
- P.P Briers
- The Gables Coombe Pk Clo, Cawsand, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL10 1PW
- DF Bryan
- 19 Balfour Ter, Plymouth, PL2 1RS
- Care & Repair
- The Quay Plymouth Rd, Plymouth Road, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 8AB
- H.J Clarke
- 2 Chestnut Close, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 9JJ
- Clegg & Shortman Asphalt
- 1 Breakwater Hl, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 0LZ
- D.P Collins
- 1 Eastfield Crescent, Plymouth, Devon, PL3 5JX
- T.J Collins
- 11 Birch Pond Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 7PG
- F.G Conybeare
- Glendale, Lydford, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 4AU
- F.R Cross
- Heybrook Dv, Heybrook Bay, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 0BP
- Cross
- Renney Road, Down Thomas, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 0BG
- Farnham
- Meavy Lane, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6AJ
- G.J Finch
- 45 St. Gabriels Avenue, Plymouth, Devon, PL3 4JQ
- Kier Western (Plymouth)
- 27 Martin Street, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 3NE
- R.J Lancaster
- Helliers Fm, Ashford, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 4NB
- Harold Moore
- 104 Whitchurch Road, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 9BQ
- D & P O'Leary
- 22 Mannamead Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 7AA
- Stribley & Backaller
- 42 Whitleigh Avenue, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 3AU
- T E C Construction (Holdings) Ltd
- Unit 131, City Business Park, Somerset Place, Plymouth, Devon, PL3 4BB
- Topclass Home Improvements
- Hill Vw Bedford St, Bere Alston, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 7DL
- L.J Hart
- Laurel Cott Penncross Hl, Hemyock, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 3SS
- C.L Maunder
- Ebear Cott, Westleigh, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 7HN
- D.R Paterson
- Warmore Ho, Dulverton, Somerset, TA22 9LJ