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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 Porthmadog
- Jones Brothers
- www.jonesbrothers.net
- We are North Wales's premier building contractors and cover all domestic, commercial and industrial requirements, from conversions, new builds, renovations and single/double extensions. No job too small, just call 07799660162.
- 29 Mersey Street Borth-Y-Gest, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9UB
- AL Building and Construction
- www.albuildingandconstruction.co.uk
- An established and reputable company based in Pwlhelli. Versatile and creative, we are committed to providing high quality workmanship at competitive prices. From new builds to small projects, we cover them all.
- Bryn Hynog, Llannor, Pwlhelli, LL53 5UG
- Pritchard DV
- www.pritchardbuilders.co.uk
- Pritchard Builders, family business in operation for 35 years. Fully insured for all brickwork, plastering, maintenance, roofing repairs, restorations and also small excavations and drainage.
- Brymer Shop, Garndolbenmaew, Gwynedd, LL51 9NJ
- Jones
- Llwyn Helyg Borth Rd, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9BB
- Travis Perkins Trading (Branches, Porthmadog)
- Penamser Road, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9HG
- Jewson (Penrhyndeudraeth)
- Park Rd, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd, LL48 6LE
- 1.9 miles from Porthmadog
- Afalon Construction
- 28 Heol Y Bryn, Harlech, Gwynedd, LL46 2TU
- 4.5 miles from Porthmadog
- Henry Jones (Criccieth) Ltd
- Maes Workshop, Chapel Terrace, Criccieth, Gwynedd, LL52 0AB
- 5.6 miles from Porthmadog
- W.G Jones
- Bryn Mor Wellington Ter, Criccieth, Gwynedd, LL52 0DB
- 5.6 miles from Porthmadog
- Stonewest Construction
- Ffordd Glan Mor, Talybont, Gwynedd, LL43 2AR
- 8.2 miles from Porthmadog
- Stonewest Construction
- Ysgethin Museum, Talybont, Gwynedd, LL43 2AN
- 8.2 miles from Porthmadog
- Brendon Kavanagh
- 7 Mills Rw, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd, LL41 3UE
- 9.5 miles from Porthmadog
- P A H Building & Maintenance
- Britannic Chambers, 6 High Street, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd, LL41 3ES
- 9.5 miles from Porthmadog
- R Williams
- Cydnerth Fm, Gellilydan, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd, LL41 4RB
- 9.5 miles from Porthmadog
- W Dop
- Lower Cardiff Rd, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 5HA
- 20.8 miles from Porthmadog
- Hendre Bach Timber Merchants
- Hendre Bach Saw Mills, Y Ffor, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 6UY
- 20.8 miles from Porthmadog
- Huws-Gray Fitlock (Pwllheli)
- Glanydon Industrial Estate, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 5YT
- 20.8 miles from Porthmadog
- Jewson Tool Hire (Pwllheli)
- Glanydon Industrial Estate, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 5YT
- 20.8 miles from Porthmadog
- Jones
- Llys Hyfryd, Rhiw, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 8AE
- 20.8 miles from Porthmadog
- E Jones
- Tyn Giat, Chwilog, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 6SE
- 20.8 miles from Porthmadog
- J Jones
- Abersoch Rd, Llanbedrog, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 7UB
- 20.8 miles from Porthmadog
- R Williams & Co Ltd
- Bryn Gwynt, Garnfadryn, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 8TG
- 20.8 miles from Porthmadog
- T.J Williams
- Preswylfa, Nefyn, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 6EA
- 20.8 miles from Porthmadog
- Derwen Llyn
- 43 High Street, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 5RT
- 20.8 miles from Porthmadog
- Wj Builders
- 11-13 Penlan Street, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 5DH
- 20.8 miles from Porthmadog
- J.E Jones
- Morwylfa, Llanbedrog, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 7PA
- 20.8 miles from Porthmadog
- Dafydd Lloyd
- 18 New Row, Abererch, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 6AQ
- 20.8 miles from Porthmadog