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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 Exmouth
- 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
- 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
- Complete Building Services
- 2a Littleham Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2QG
- Corver
- The Bungalow Wood La, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 4DA
- Greenacre Homes
- Unit 1, Pound Lane, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 4NP
- Jewson (Exmouth)
- Withycombe Village Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 3BE
- P Oakley
- 19 Colleton Way, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 3PT
- Trinity Building Services
- 34 Richmond Road, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2NA
- Williams
- 1a South Street, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2SX
- W.R.T Bryant
- 1 Regent Street, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 9LE
- 4.2 miles from Exmouth
- Morris & McGinn
- 22 Park Road, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 9LH
- 4.2 miles from Exmouth
- Crockers
- Shutterton Indust Est Exeter Rd, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 0NH
- 4.2 miles from Exmouth
- Barn Lea Building Solutions
- Barn Ho Lea Rd, Otterton, Budleigh Salterton, Devon, EX9 7JH
- 5.3 miles from Exmouth
- K.A Hawkins
- 5 Copp Hl La, Budleigh Salterton, Devon, EX9 6DR
- 5.3 miles from Exmouth
- JE Pantoll and Sons
- 5 Penlee Budleigh Salterton, Devon, EX9 6BP
- 5.3 miles from Exmouth