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 Scotland
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Mike ODriscoll
- www.builderelgin.com
- Complete house building including design, kitchen and bathroom refits. Refurbishments, renovations and repairs. Established for over 30 years.
- 01343 830020 - 67 Granary Street Burghead, Elgin, Morayshire, IV30 5UA
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TK Solutions (Scotland) Ltd
- www.buildersedinburgh.net
- Fast, Efficient, Friendly Service covering all aspects of Building, Plumbing, Heating and Renovations in Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.
- 0845 8158881 - 23 Denholm Drive, Musselburgh, EH21 6TR
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Reilly Bros Ltd
- www.reillybrosltd.co.uk
- All trades under one roof, specialists in disabled adaptations in the Glasgow area.
- 0845 3736639 - Avenue Head Road Gartcosh, Glasgow, Lanarkshire, G69 8HW
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A and R Building Services
- www.buildersingreenock.co.uk
- We are a well established building company covering all trades. Competitive rates. Professional job.
- 0845 1366193 - Gourock
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Bell And Laidlaw Ltd
- www.bellandlaidlaw.co.uk
- Professional, highly skilled Stonemasons and General Builders. All aspects of masonry and building work undertaken. Main contractors in New Builds, Extensions, Renovations, Conversions, Alterations. Call today on 08452503006 or visit our website.
- 0845 2503005 - 61 Denholm Road, Musselburgh, EH21 6TU
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Drumrossie Land Developments Co Ltd
- www.newhomesaberdeenshire.com
- From a luxury city apartment to a rural family home. We focus on creating a home as appose to a house. Covering the whole of Aberdeenshire.
- 01224 633588 - 132 King Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5BD
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Bell And Laidlaw Ltd
- www.bellandlaidlaw.co.uk
- Professional, highly skilled Stonemasons and General Builders. All aspects of masonry and building work undertaken. Main contractors in New Builds, Extensions, Renovations, Conversions, Alterations. Call today on 08452503006 or visit or website.
- 0870 8148358 - 61 Denholm Road, Musselburgh, EH21 6TU
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Bankton Building Services
- www.buildingservicesedinburgh.com
- Bankton Building Services cover all aspects of building work to clients throughout East Lothian and Edinburgh.
- 0845 1363363 - 5 Elphinstone Road, Tranent, EH33 2LG
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Concept Building Contractors
- www.builderscotland.com
- Concept Building Contractors cover all aspects of the building trade. Specialising in renovations, conversions and loft conversions as well as extensions. What ever your building need please call 0771163147 for a free quote today
- 07711 631457 - Polar House, 20 Darnley Street, Glasgow, G41 2SE
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Alpha Building Services Scotland Ltd
- Alpha Building Services Scotland Ltd offer a professional, reliable, first class service. From a rewire to a new build, we can cover it. Call today. No job too big, no job too small.
- 0845 3478996 - Culdoch Old Farmhouse Culdoach Road, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4LU
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Rae Construction Ltd
- www.raeconstructionltd.co.uk
- Rae Construction Ltd experts in all aspects of building and carpentry. Please call for a free quotation. Guaranteed to beat any Quotation. Free advice
- 0141 8822904 - Block 4, Glasgow, G52
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A. W. ORR and Co
- www.generalbuildersglasgow.co.uk
- Based in Giffnock A. W. ORR and Co, pride themselves in quality workmanship, in general building, joinery and landscape gardening design throughout Glasgow.
- 0845 3478331 - Braidholm Crescent Giffnock, Glasgow, Lanarkshire, G46 6HH
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Grant Builders Ltd
- www.grantbuildersltd.co.uk
- We specialise in every aspect of general building work for domestic and commercial clients alike. We are based in Musselburgh, Midlothian. Call us today for a free quote.
- 0131 6656541 - 1 Mill Hill, Musselburgh, Midlothian, EH21 7RG
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Complete Building and Carpentry
- www.completebuildingandcarpentryltd.co.uk
- Well established company specialising in all building and joinery services. We offer good competitive rates and quality work.
- 0845 2504766 - 130 Marina Road Boghall, Bathgate, EH48 1SZ
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Darroch Building Services
- www.propertymaintenanceinglasgow.co.uk
- Darroch Building Services are your premier specialist for all types of property maintenance. We provide expert skills and knowledge with customer focus in mind.
- 0845 2504943 - 95 Crafton Avenue, Glasgow, G44 5HY
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Anderson Masonry
- www.stonemasonseastlothian.co.uk
- Anderson Masonry, stonemasonry and general builders. Call today for more information on our services and how we can help you.
- 01368 863695 - 50 Countess Road, Dunbar, East Lothian, EH42 1DU
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Kinghorn Construction Ltd
- www.builderaberdeenshire.com
- Kinghorn Construction are professional Builders based in Aberdeenshire. An independent firm of professional building contractors offering a professional and reliable service to home owners.
- 0845 2633110 - Rohan Cormack Park Rothienorman, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, AB51 8GL
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CSS Contracting
- www.builderwestlothian.co.uk
- We are a professional company that prides itself on the quality of our work. We cover any building job whether it is a loft conversion or a full renovation contact us for further details
- 0845 8393260 - Bathgate Business Centre Office 6, 7, Bathgate, West Lothian, EH48 1HH
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PC Joinery Services
- www.pcjoineryservices.com
- Reliable, friendly, established joinery business covering the whole of Scotland, offering a wide range of services to a top quality standard.
- 01592 569691 - 46 Cameron Park Thornton, Kirkcaldy, KY1 4BA
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CMB Building Contractors Ltd
- www.builder-aberdeen.com
- We offer all forms of building needs; we are punctual, affordable and stick to our prices. Please visit our website.
- 0845 2634885 - 3 Crooked Lane, Turriff, Aberdeenshire, AB53 4QT
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Bell And Laidlaw Ltd
- www.bellandlaidlaw.co.uk
- Professional, highly skilled Stonemasons and General Builders. All aspects of building work undertaken. Main contractors in Newbuilds, Extensions, Renovations, Conversions, Alterations. Call today on 08452503006 or visit or website.
- 0845 2503007 - 61 Denholm Road, Musselburgh, EH21 6TU
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BNC Construction Ltd
- www.bnc-constructionltd.co.uk
- BNC Construction LTD specialise in large residential and commercial projects all across Central Scotland and North West England. Please visit our website for more information.
- 0845 2172288 - 112 Commercial Street, EDINBURGH, EH6 6NF
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Arran Port BUilders Ltd
- www.general-builder-glasgow.co.uk
- Arran Port Builders Ltd is one of Glasgow_s highly well established building companies. We are a local, friendly company offering a professional service at all times. Call now for a free quotation.
- 0845 2502513 - 2311 Great Western Road, GLASGOW, G15 6RT
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GAC Joinery
- www.generalbuilderglasgow.com
- GAC Joinery is a well established company servicing both North and South Glasgow for all your building and joinery requirements.
- 0845 1369369 - 122 Argyll Street, Dunoon, PA23 7NA
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Lovie Construction Ltd
- www.industrialbuildersinaberdeen.com
- Lovie Construction LTD specialise in large private industrial and agricultural projects from Fraserburgh across to Elgin and South to Aberdeen. Visit our website for more information.
- 0845 2178444 - Construction House New Pitsligo, FRASERBURGH, AB43 6PR
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Insurepair (Glasgow) LTD
- www.builderpaisley.co.uk
- Insurepair is Scotland_s leading and re-instatement builder where all work is carried out by fully qualified trades persons. All work come with a one year guarantee and all trades are covered.
- 0845 2503321 - Insurepair (Glasgow) Ltd 24 Lochleven Road, GLASGOW, G42 9JU
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Iain Christie Joiners and Building Contractors
- www.iainchristiejoinersandbuildingcontractors.co.uk
- Iain Christie Joiners and Building Contractors cover all aspects of the joinery and building trade and specialise in large extensions and new builds. For a friendly well established company call Iain.
- 0845 2632198 - The Gardens Argarty, Doune, Perthshire, FK16 6EJ
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Reactivate Property Solutions Ltd
- www.generalbuilderedinburgh.com
- We are Reactive Property Solutions Ltd. We are based in Edinburgh but will travel further a field. We do a variety of building work, plumbing and heating and electrical work.
- 0800 6959990 - Unit 2 Sherwood Industrial Estate, Bonnyrigg, EH19 3LW
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Grant R Benson Building and Maintenance
- www.grantrbensonbuildingandmaintenance.co.uk
- Grant Benson specialises in all general building and property maintenance aspects. Covering a 20 mile radius of Motherwell. All trades covered.
- 01698 843278 - 9 Robert Burns Quadrant, Bellshill, Lanarkshire, ML4 3DF
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SM Building Preservations
- www.preservationfife.com
- Professional preservation company, all work carried out by qualified tradesmen. Free surveys and advice offered, all work fully guaranteed for 30 years through Zurich insurance. All area of Fife covered.
- 0845 2634485 - 31 Carleton Cresent, Glenrothes, Fife, KY7 5AN
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24 Roofing and Building Services Ltd
- www.roofersedinburgh.co.uk
- 24 Roofing and Building Services. Roofers and builders based in Edinburgh. Covering the surrounding areas. Covering all aspects of building and roofing work. Joinery, painting, decorating and electrical.
- 0845 0135132 - 58 Mayfield Road, Edinburgh, EH9 2NH
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Mackay Builders and Roughcasters
- www.makaybuilders.co.uk
- Mackay Roughcasters and Builders undertake all building and roofing work throughout Caithness and Sutherland. All our work is carried out by local, time served and LITB trained tradesmen. Please visit our website for more information.
- 0845 8151133 - Mackay Builders And Roughcasters Arenley Park, Lybster, Caithness, KW3 6AS
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G I Cladding and Joinery Ltd
- www.gicladdingandjoinery.co.uk
- Aberdeen premier roofline and window specialists from small loft conversions to new builds all aspects of joinery work undertaken.
- 0845 4817089 - 10 Fare Park Gardens, West Hill, Aberdeenshire, AB32 6WL
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Insurepair (Glasgow) LTD
- www.buildersglasgow.net
- Insurepair is Scotland_s leading and re-instatement builder where all work is carried out by fully qualified trades persons. All work come with a one year guarantee and all trades are covered.
- 0845 2503322 - Insurepair (Glasgow) Ltd 24 Lochleven Road, GLASGOW, G42 9JU
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GPH Builders Merchants Ltd
- www.gphbuildersmerchants.com
- GPH Builders Merchants are builders merchants based in Aberdeenshire. We offer a top quality service supplying building materials and tools for everyone.
- 0845 2635385 - Harlaw Road, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, AB15 4FH
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Stenton Construction Ltd
- www.buildersinfalkirk.co.uk
- Stenton Construction Ltd family run local building company based in Falkirk covers Central Scotland for all your building services.
- 0845 3377270 - Larbert, Falkirk, FK5 4GJ
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Clydemill Homes Ltd
- www.generalbuilderlanarkshire.com
- Welcome to Clydesmill Homes we undertake all building work from new builds to boiler installation so if it_s a new kitchen or bathroom give us a ring for a free quotation.
- 0845 8393734 - 21 Clearfield Avenue, Hamilton, Lanarkshire, ML3 9BU
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Dunalba Builders
- www.builderayr.com
- Dunalba Builders is a building contractor in the Ayrshire area. Specialising in single and two storey extensions for all residential clientele. We have conversions, groundwork and many more services to offer.
- 07740 611773 - 1 Old Lagg Cottage Dunure Road, AYR, KA7 4LE
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John Andrew Building Contractor
- www.buildersinayshire.co.uk
- For all your brick work needs you can rely on our experience and expertise. We specialise in extensions, alterations and new builds.
- 0845 1366574 - 134 Bank Street, IRVINE, KA12 0NG
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R Howarth Building and Joiners Ltd
- www.builders-in-glasgow.com
- Delivering a high quality and extensive service. We supply all trades skilled, experienced and qualified tradesmen for all joinery, building, electrical, plumbing, heating and roofing work.
- 0845 3474513 - 8 Inglewood Crescent East Kilbride, Glasgow, G75 8QD
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Chris Walker Joiner
- www.buildersinglasgow.net
- With a wealth of experience in the trade, we offer the solution to any of your joinery needs. Call now.
- 0845 3473043 - 93 Whitton Drive Giffnock, Glasgow, G46 6EQ
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RJ Wilson
- www.builder-ayrshire.co.uk
- No job too big or too small. We are a small family run business based in Kilmarnock, Ayrshire. We offer all aspects of building work from groundworks to roofing.
- 0845 4817035 - North Lodge Carpington Estate, Kilmarnock, Ayrshire, KA2 9AA
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CTB Construction
- www.builderinmotherwell.co.uk
- We are a one stop source for property maintenance assisting private individuals requiring anything from a single room that needs decorating to external building work, gardening, brickwork and general maintenance work.
- 0845 1899189 - 17 Flat 16 Carwath Road, Carluke, Lanarkshire, ML8 4DF
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James Fairley Builder
- www.builder-aberdeen.co.uk
- Est 1991, quality guaranteed, excellent reliable service covering the whole of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
- 0845 2503351 - Gallow Bray Fintray, ABERDEEN, AB21 0YQ
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Alistair MacLennan Builders
- www.alistairmaclennanbuilders.co.uk
- Alistar MacLennan Builders undertake all building work including new builds, extensions, renovations, restorations, concrete work, rouch casting, garages. Please contact us for a free no obligation quite or visit our website.
- 0845 8323793 - 11 Caberich Kirkhill, Inverness, IV5 7PH
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Highland Property Claims
- www.builderinverness.com
- Highland property management is a reputable property management company based in Inverness shire.
- 0845 2631568 - 3-7 Young Street, Inverness, Scotland, IV3 5BL
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Kenny Rafferty Joiners And Builders
- www.kennyraffertyjoinersandbuilders.co.uk
- Kenny Rafferty Joiners And Builders provide a professional and reliable building service covering all aspects from extensions, conversions and joiners to kitchen supply and fit. Call us now for a free estimate
- 01875 614158 - 6 Ness Place Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 2QP
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Elms Joinery
- www.joinerslanarkshire.com
- Highly experienced tradesman offering services in kitchen fitting, fencing, decking, loft conversions, landscaping and extension work.
- 01698 823007 - 101 Calderglen Avenue, Blantyre, Lanarkshire, G72 9UP
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Mackinnon Joinery
- www.jmackinnonjoineryandbuilder.com
- Family run, prompt, reliable business, with 30years experience (especially new buildings) roofing, re-roofing and brick work in Fort William and The Highlands.
- 0845 8062778 - Building Contracters, Torlundy, Fort William, PH33 6SW
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Glasgow City Council (Building Services, Service Centres)
- 0870 8148358 - 179 Westmuir St, G31, G2 4PF
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Glasgow City Council, Great Western Road Local Repair Team
- 0845 3736639 - 1852 Great Western Road, Glasgow, G13 2TN
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Glasgow City Council, Helca Local Repair Team
- 0141 2870520 - 3 Hecla Place, Glasgow, G15 8LU
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Glasgow City Council
- 0141 2871594 - 74 Househillwood Road, Glasgow, G53 6BB
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Glasgow City Council, Knightswood Local Repair Team
- 0141 2873488 - 20 Dykebar Avenue, Glasgow, G13 3HF
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Glasgow City Council, Lyoncross Local Repair Team
- 0141 2871591 - 200 Lyoncross Road, Glasgow, G53 5NE
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Glasgow City Council, Maryhill Local Repair Team
- 0141 2871392 - 187 Thornton Street, Glasgow, G20 0RA
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Glasgow City Council, Meiklewood Local Repair Team
- 0141 2871702 - 15 Meiklewood Road, Glasgow, G51 4EU
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Glasgow City Council
- 0141 2873250 - Nye Bevan House, 20 India Street, Glasgow, G2 4PF
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Glasgow City Council Building Services Training Centre
- 0141 2873251 - Glasgow, G1 1JA
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Thompson
- 01461 204393 - Unit 7 Indust Est, Silverlaw, DG12 5EQ
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