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.
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.....
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......
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 North West
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Harry Armistead Limited
- www.propertymaintenancelancaster.com
- General builder, property maintenance in the Lancaster and Morecambe district. Building, plumbing, renovation, electrical, roofing, drainage and disability work.
- 0845 3473324 - 20 Westgate Morecambe, Lancaster, LA3 3LN
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Chester House Builders
- www.loftconversions-chester.co.uk
- Specialists in loft conversions throughout Chester and all aspects of building work. No job too big or too small. Call or visit website for further information.
- 01244 335586 - Institute Cottage Vicarage Road, Chester, CH3 7QN
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Wirral Master Roofers Ltd
- www.wirralmasterroofersltd.co.uk
- Wirral Master Roofers and builders your local company built on customer satisfaction and recommendation. Members of the Federation of Master Builders using only time served craftsmen. Free no obligation quotes and advice. Please call.
- 0870 7574481 - 143 Seabank Road, Wallasey, Merseyside, CH45 7QL
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S and K Brickwork ltd
- www.skbrickwork.co.uk
- S and K Brickwork Ltd in Seaforth offers high quality brickwork services with particular expertise in handling commercial projects.
- 0845 3736639 - 33 Seaforth Road Seaforth, Liverpool, Merseyside, L21 3TX
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PMC Maintenance Services
- www.pmcmaintenance.co.uk
- PMC Maintenance Services are a well established general building and construction firm based in Northwick, Cheshire. We undertake all aspects of building work throughout Cheshire and South Manchester.
- 0845 0136253 - 8 Weaver Road Castle, Northwich, Cheshire, CW8 1BJ
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M Lewthwaite Carpentry & Joinery
- www.mlewthwaite.co.uk
- All aspects of joinery to trade and general public. Full workshop for bespoke kitchens and bedrooms, staircases, windows and doors, no job too small or too big.
- 01768 88344 - Quarrystone Kirkland Road, Penrith, CA10 1RL
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P & J Building & Roofing Services
- www.macclesfieldbuildersandroofers.co.uk
- P and J building and roofing services specialise in domestic and commercial building and roofing work in the Macclesfield area. An excellent reputation built on 25 years experience.
- 0845 8069978 - 91 Tytherington Drive, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 2JG
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Ellan Builders
- www.ellanbuild.co.uk
- Ellan Builders are Warrington based specialists in all aspects of building services. We can do renovations, extensions, loft conversions and much more.
- 01925 294130 - 417 Newton Road, Warrington, Cheshire, WA3 1NZ
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Mark Grisedale Building Services
- www.buildersincockermouth.co.uk
- Friendly reliable builder who covers the Cumbria area. Based in Cockermouth, member of the Federation of Master Builders.
- 01900 828801 - 34 Pinfold Close, Cockermouth, CA13 9JW
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Dennis Waggott Building Contracts Ltd
- www.denniswaggottbuilders.com
- We are a very well established business. No job too big or small. We always go the extra mile to make sure our customers are completely satisfied.
- 0845 0137861 - Whitehill Farm Scaleby, Carlisle, CA6 4JY
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Jim Hawkins
- www.builderinliverpool.com
- Jim Hawkins Building Services in your local friendly builder covering domestic and commercial work in Liverpool and surrounding areas.
- 0845 2502179 - Unit Q Rocket Trading Centre, Liverpool, L14 3NZ
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S Marsden Builders Ltd
- www.smarsdenbuildersltd.co.uk
- S Marsden Builders Ltd is a well established building firm covering the whole of the Greater Manchester area. We specialise in larger jobs including extensions, dormers, new builds, and loft conversions.
- 07877 229260/01706840 - 85 Hodge Clough Road, Oldham, OL1 4PX
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A-One Handyman
- www.a-onehandyman.co.uk
- A-One Handyman is situated in Whiston, Merseyside. We specialise in bathroom and kitchen fitting, plastering, tiling, plumbing electrical and general building work. Please call for a free no obligation estimate.
- 07904 946171 - 14 Gresford Close Whiston, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 3TS
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Midas Construction (cheshire) Ltd
- www.buildercrewe.co.uk
- All aspects of building work taken care of by specialist tradesmen at very competitive prices. From small domestic to large commercial call now or visit website for more information.
- 01270 503069 - Europa House, Coppicemere Drive, Crewe Business Park, Crewe, Cheshire, CW1 6GZ
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Cummins Construction
- www.cummins-construction.co.uk
- Cummins Construction is a local family owned business based in Liverpool but covering all of Merseyside and beyond. Please call for your no obligation free quote.
- 07966 435290(LEE)0785 - 55 Adlam Road, Liverpool, L10 1LG
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Manchester and Northern Developments Ltd
- www.sale-builders.co.uk
- A family run business established in 1986 with an outstanding reputation for quality workmanship service and reliability. This specialist building contractor covers renovations, full design and build to completion, extensions, swimming pools, bathrooms and kitchens, extensions...
- 0845 3474307 - Manchester & Northern Hyde Park House, HYDE, SK14 4EH
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Irish and Walker S.I Ltd
- www.irishandwalker.co.uk
- Formed in 1972, we have a wealth of experience in the building and structural engineering sector. We cover all domestic and commercial requirements and provide structural reports, remedial works, calculations and more. Call us on 0161 4856262.
- 0845 5433879 - Stanley House 15 Ladybridge Road, Cheadle Hulme, Cheshire, SK8 5BL
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JA Building And Plastering Services
- www.jabuildingandplasteringservices.co.uk
- Established for over 20 years, we have built a glowing reputation for high quality extensions and renovations. All our work is FULLY GUARANTEED and we are members of the FMB (Federation of Master Builders). General building and plastering work undertaken
- 01978 751030 - 15 High Street, Rhosymedre, Wrexham, LL14 3YE
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Bury Barrowmix
- 0161 7633434 - Towns Yd Every St, Bury, BL9 5BE
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Construction Techniques
- 0161 7259396 - 5 Dumers Cl, Radcliffe, M26 2PP
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Salford City Council (City Building Services)
- 0161 7370551 - 626 Eccles New Road, Salford, Lancashire, M50 1SW
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Salford City Council City Building Services
- 0161 9251124 - Bolton, M29 6DU
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Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council Housing Building Services (Council Properties)
- 0870 7565973 - Stretford, Manchester, M32 0HA
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Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council Housing Building Services (Council Properties)
- 0161 9122743 - Urmston, Manchester, M41 0UD
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Hebson
- 01768 779803 - Threlkeld Old Lead Mines, Keswick, CA12 4SU
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Sandale Preservation
- 0845 3736600 - George Moor Indust Est, Fletchertown, CA7 1BA
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AmpBuild
- 01253 314991 - 251 Preston Old Rd, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY3 9UW
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G S G Buildings
- 01253 344896 - Bambers Yd Palmer Av, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 5JP
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Don Jeffs
- 01253 892058 - 76 Mains Lane, Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire, FY6 7LD
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H.& D Marquis
- 01772 632256 - Builders Yd Green La, Freckleton, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 1RN
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Thomas Mawdsley
- 01704 822207 - Towngate Wks Dark La, Mawdesley, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L40 2QU
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Gerald Mee
- 01772 612455 - 67 Liverpool Old Road, Walmer Bridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 5QE
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W Monks
- 01772 783328 - Hacking Hobbs Est Preston Rd, Longridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 3BA
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F Owen
- 01942 223174 - Joinery Works Richmond Hill, Wigan, Lancashire, WN5 8AA
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Pall Mall Garages & Sheds
- 01257 278413 - 81a Pall Mall, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 3LT
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Richard Palmer
- 01772 653226 - Maitland Ho Maitland St, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 5XR
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T Parkes Builders
- 01942 243278 - 52 Earl Street, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 2BW
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F Parkinson
- 01253 394411 - Mowbray Drive, Blackpool, FY3 7UU
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G Pennington
- 01942 879794 - 192 Church Road, Astley, Tyldesley, Manchester, M29 7FS
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M.J Procter
- 01772 615872 - Briarcroft School La, Longton, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 5ZA
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R.F Purdy
- 01253 765896 - 2 Hendore Kitty La, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 5EG
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D Roach
- 01253 694868 - 32 Avondale Crescent, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 5AS
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Sharples
- 01253 736191 - 120 Clifton Drive, Lytham St. Annes, Lancashire, FY8 1DU
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J.R Singleton
- 01253 892086 - 22 Mains Lane, Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire, FY6 7LF
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R.H Slater
- 01772 783658 - Higher Loud Bdge Loud Bdge, Chipping, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 2NX
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Stringfellow Building Contractors Ltd
- 01257 792116 - 1a Darlington Street, Coppull, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 5AB
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Hswarbrick and sons LTD
- 0845 2635605 - Lyncrest Barrows Lane, Preston, PR3 0ZH
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P Tilley
- 01704 550831 - 53 Kew Road, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 4HN
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J.A Tipping
- 01772 313313 - 1 Woodcock Estate, Lostock Hall, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 5XT
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H Tonge
- 01695 623063 - Workshop R/O, 30 Parliament Street, Upholland, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 0LN
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R.P Tyson
- 01253 696800 - Mitcham Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 4QN
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Thomas Waldron
- 01253 822616 - Red Marsh Indust Est Longmeadow La, Red Marsh Industrial Estate, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire, FY5 4JT
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N & H Whitter
- 01257 793752 - 112 Spendmore Lane, Coppull, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 5BX
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M.J Whittle
- 01772 337695 - 117 Gregson Lane, Hoghton, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 0LB
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John Wilkinson
- 01253 810228 - Park Lane, Preesall, Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire, FY6 0LU
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Hollinwood Homes Ltd
- 01995 640690 - Claughton Bsns Pk, Claughton On Brock, PR3 0PZ
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Bernard Provost Building Contractor
- 01387 373205 - The Smithy, Eskdalemuir, Langholm, Dumfries And Galloway, DG13 0QH
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JC Buildings
- 01228 712770 - Barras Lane Industrial Estate, Dalston, Carlisle, CA5 7ND
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Phil Marlow Builder
- 01253 866346 - 16 Stanley Avenue, Lorton, Clevelys, Fleetwood, Lancashire, FY5 3NQ
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Concept-Solutions
- 0800 3898238 - Longridge Road, Ribbleton,, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 5AP