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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 North Ayrshire
A S Frew and Son
- www.asfrewandson.co.uk
- Well established firm offers a reliable and prompt service at a reasonable price. For any job big or small A S Frew and Son are the ones to call - 0845 013 7921.
- 0845 0137921 - 74 Overtown Road Springside, Ayrshire, KA11 3BJ
McTaggart Construction Ltd
- 01294 832195 - 36a Templand Road, Dalry, Ayrshire, KA24 5EU
Project Planning & Construction
- 01505 502561 - Baremailing, Gateside, Beith, Ayrshire, KA15 1HG
Smith Brothers
- 0845 3736639 - 12 Strand, Beith, Ayrshire, KA15 1DT
James Anderson
- 01294 277770 - 37a Kyle Rd Irvine Indust Est, Irvine Industrial Estate, Irvine, Ayrshire, KA12 8LE
John Andrew Building Contractors
- 01294 274384 - 134 Bank Street, Irvine, Ayrshire, KA12 0NQ
Brocklebank The Builder
- 01292 314398 - 11 Union Street, Troon, Ayrshire, KA10 6BS
Builder Center (Irvine)
- 0870 8148359 - Portland Av Indust Est, Irvine, KA12 8HX
Casa Construction
- 01294 601947 - 91 Princes St, Irvine, KA22 8DL
John Corbett
- 01770 302537 - 7 Market Rd, Brodick, Isle Of Arran, KA27 8AU
D Cruikshanks
- 01294 463410 - 5 Park Road, Saltcoats, Ayrshire, KA21 5DH
Euro Homes
- 01294 602530 - Park Road, Ardrossan, Ayrshire, KA22 8JR
J D Construction
- 01294 823252 - 51 Main Street, West Kilbride, Ayrshire, KA23 9AW
JCM Joinery
- 01770 820330 - Breadalbane Ldg, Whiting Bay, KA27 8SE
Jewson (Irvine)
- 01294 273892 - Gottries/Harbour Rd, Irvine, Ayrshire, KA12 8QE
John Kerr
- 01294 272931 - Shewalton Road, Drybridge, Irvine, Ayrshire, KA11 5BX
Kennedy Construction
- 01294 312313 - 2 Brewster Place, Riverside Business Park, Irvine, Ayrshire, KA11 5DD
Kerelaw Building Preservation
- 01294 467025 - Kerelaw Depot Kerelaw Rd, Stevenston, Ayrshire, KA20 4AS
D Logan
- 01770 850212 - Dunavon, Pirnmill, Isle Of Arran, KA27 8HP
McMorn Construction
- 01294 559672 - 22 Dovecot Lane, Kilwinning, Ayrshire, KA13 6DX
Morton Homes
- 01292 315789 - The Cross 4 Templehill, Troon, Ayrshire, KA10 6BE
North Ayrshire Council (Building Services)
- 01294 606900 - Portland Pl Indust Est, Stevenston, Ayrshire, KA20 3NN
Notrom Electrical Plumbing & Building Services
- 01294 464455 - 47 Princes Street, Ardrossan, Ayrshire, KA22 8DE
Prime Repairs
- 01294 276118 - Portland Business Centre Portland Rd, Irvine, Ayrshire, KA12 8JE
R.D.K Construction
- 01294 468365 - Block 5, Sharphill Industrial Estate, Saltcoats, Ayrshire, KA21 6NH
RDS Building Contracts
- 01294 464555 - 9 High Road, Stevenston, Ayrshire, KA20 3DR
Snowie Heritage Bricks
- 01292 679116 - 3a South Beach, Troon, Ayrshire, KA10 6EF
John Thomson
- 01770 302544 - Market Rd, Brodick, Isle Of Arran, KA27 8AU
John Thomson
- 01770 600242 - Park Ter, Lamlash, Isle Of Arran, KA27 8NB
McLaughlin Construction
- 01294 322700 - Industrial Est Ailsa Rd, Irvine Industrial Estate, Irvine, Ayrshire, KA12 8LL
Prime Repairs
- 01294 217171 - 8 North Vennel, Bourtreehill South, Irvine, Ayrshire, KA11 1NE
Smith Brothers Builders
- 01505 502365 - 32 Morrishill Drive, Beith, Ayrshire, KA15 1LS
Cable Ops
- 01294 605818 - 14 St. Medans Place, Saltcoats, Ayrshire, KA21 6AY
Charles Richardson Coach Builders
- 01294 829118 - 37 Ardrossan Road, Seamill, West Kilbride, Ayrshire, KA23 9NB
B R S Builders
- 01294 835237 - 19 Wilson Wynd, Dalry, Ayrshire, KA24 4JR