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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 Wales
- Foxwood Landscape and Property Services
- www.foxwoodlandscapeandpropertyservices.co.uk
- Professional company covering all aspects of landscaping and building services from design to completion. Specialists in brickwork, especially paving, extensions, conservatories and new builds.07740844474
- 0845 0135741 - 55 Foxwood Drive, Wrexham, LL14 4JA
- CPI Construction
- www.cpiconstruction.co.uk
- CPI Construction is the premier building company for all your building needs. New builds and extensions are our speciality. Your vision from concept to completion.
- 07976 631422 - 10 Huntingdon Way Sketty, Swansea, West Glamorgan, SA2 9HL
- Bryan Victor Davies
- www.bryanvictordavies.co.uk
- For any job small to medium, BVD have 35 years experience in the building trade and are fully qualified brick specialists in extensions, garages, garden walls, etc. We pride ourselves on our reputation.
- 01834 843020 - 1 Avondale Villas St Julian Street, Tenby, SA70 7AY
- J A Bowen and Co
- www.jabowenandcoltd.co.uk
- We are a highly recommended groundwork contracting company specialising in demolition, tarmac and asphalt laying. We undertake both domestic and commercial work.Please call 0845 815 1555 (Local Rate Call)
- 0845 8151555 - Nant Fforch Cwm Golau, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 9EY
- 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.
- 0845 2632639 - 29 Mersey Street Borth-Y-Gest, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9UB
- A & G Construction Ltd
- www.buildersincardiff.co.uk
- A and G construction is the premier building company for all your building needs. We cover all of the South Wales, with quality work offered at fair prices. Call today or visit our website.
- 0845 2632049 - Unit 27c Tudor Lane, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF11 6AZ
- A & G Construction Ltd
- www.buildersinnewport.co.uk
- A and G construction is the premier building company for all your building needs. We cover all of the South Wales, with quality work offered at fair prices. Call today or visit our website.
- 029 20228430 - Unit 27c Tudor Lane, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF11 6AZ
- JA Building And Plastering Services
- www.jabuildingandplasteringservices.co.uk
- We cover all aspects of building and plastering work including full landscaping (hard and soft), windows, doors and floors.
- 01978 823288 - 15 High Street, Rhosymedre, Wrexham, LL14 3YE
- Gethin Jones Ltd
- www.gethinjonesltd.co.uk
- Gethin Jones is one of Brecons top building contractors, specialising in commercial contracts, new builds, extensions, conversions and much more.
- 0845 2912208 - Cwmhyfred Felin Cray, Cray Brecon, Powys, LD3 8YR
- KM Williams
- www.kmwilliams.co.uk
- K. M. Williams is an experienced building firm that has been running since 1980. Established on reputation, we have a team of quailified professionals all of whom have been working well together for years.
- 0845 2632449 - Bryn-Bela Penmynydd, Anglesey, LL59 5RT
- RS Services
- www.rsservicesuk.com
- We specialise in Property Maintenance and Building inc fitted kitchens and bathrooms, carpentry, fencing, decking, patios, ceramic tiling, dry lining and flat roofing. We provide friendly, efficient service and free quotations.
- 01656 724455 - 38 Chantal Avenue Pen-Y-Fai, Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan, CF31 4NN
- R and S Shorney
- www.randsshorney.com
- R and S Shorney is a family business offering comprehensive carpentry services throughout Merthyr Tydfil they offer a guaranteed service to domestic and commercial customers with over 30 years experience, we are the best around.
- 0845 8064943 - 129 Oak Place, Bargoed, CF81 8NU
- 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.
- 01766 530307 - Brymer Shop, Garndolbenmaew, Gwynedd, LL51 9NJ
- Barnes Building and Maintenance
- www.buildernorthwales.com
- Professional and reliable company covering all aspects of building and property maintenance work throughout Anglesey and Gwynedd in North Wales.
- 0845 2634008 - Clydanedd, Groeslon, Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL54 7EG
- NJ Edinborough Building and Maintenance
- www.generalbuildercaldicot.co.uk
- We are NJ Edinborough Building and Maintenance. We specialise in all aspects of general building, mainly refurbishments, flooring and tiling contracts, kitchen specialists. No job too small.
- 07917 353978 - 30 Rockfield Way Undy, Caldicot, Gwent, NP26 3FD
- Home Improvement Solutions
- www.propertymaintenanceswansea.com
- Home Improvement Solutions do all aspects of building, DIY and property maintenance work which is all undertaken by qualified tradesmen. Free quotations are available.
- 0845 2634737 - 21 Pentremalwed Road Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7BY
- KJ East Carpentry & Building Services
- www.kjeast.com
- We provide a complete building service and directly employ many trades people. We have experience of many areas of the market, including household repairs, insurance related works, commercial work and property extensions. Call us on 07970461594.
- 01633 869712 - 14 Wern Fach Court Henllys, Torfaen, Gwent, NP44 6EX
- JF Cahill Ltd
- www.generalbuilderswansea.co.uk
- JF Cahill Ltd has been a family run established builders for over 25 years. We are members of Federation of Master Builders and have built a solid reputation in Swansea. All building, improvement and structural work undertaken.
- 0845 2634817 - 64 Stepney Road Cockett, Swansea, SA2 0FT
- Pete Dolan Building and Groundwork
- www.petedolanbuilding.co.uk
- Pete Dolan Groundworks and Building cover all aspects of groundworks and drainage, block paving, slabbing, concreting, brickwork and are also flood prevention experts. With over 35 years experience in the trade they can guarantee you a job you will be more than happy with.
- 07828 667290 - 3 Oakfield Springfield Estate, Blackwood, Gwent, NP12 2AJ
- J Elson Contractors
- www.jelsoncontractors.co.uk
- Builders, Plumbers, Electricians, Roofers, Covering the whole of Denbighshire. Your local craftsmen who_s reputation has been built on reputation
- 0845 2631868 - Willow Holt Towyn Way East, Abergele, LL22 9NB
- Robert Morgan Building Maintenance
- www.robertmorganbuildingmaintenance.co.uk
- Robert Morgan specialises in all aspects of general building work throughout Caerphilly and Newport. Our services include new builds, extensions, renovations, bathroom, kitchens and refurbishments.
- 0845 8067785 - 6 High Tree Rise Oakdale, Blackwood, Gwent, NP12 0DP
- SFC Property Maintenance
- www.sfcpropertymaintenance.co.uk
- A well established company in building extensions, garage conversions, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom installations, Roofing, wood flooring, PVC fascias and guttering.
- 01446 746736 - 41 Pendine Close, Barry, Vale Of Glamorgan, CF62 9DD
- Dick Manteuffel and Son Ltd
- www.buildingcontractorcardigan.co.uk
- As a professional family run business we provide high quality workmanship that is carried out to the highest standards with flexibility to cater to our customer_s tastes.
- 0845 2635333 - Dugoed Lancych, Boncath, SA37 0LW
- NJT Builders
- www.njtbuilders.co.uk
- NJT Builders specialise in all aspects of general building work throughout Chester and Colwyn Bay. Our services include loft conversions, new builds, extensions, renovations, bathroom, kitchens and Patios.
- 0845 2633249 - 10 Llys Trevor Jones Llysfaen Trem Y Don, Colwyn Bay, Clwyd, LL29 8EF
- B.J Hughes
- 01248 681381 - Ty'N Rhedyn Isaf Valley Rd, Llanfairfechan, Gwynedd, LL33 0ER
- Gwyn Roberts
- 01678 520969 - Tyn Dail, Bala, Gwynedd, LL23 7PL
- J.D Roberts
- 01745 815834 - Maes Teg Park St, Denbigh, Clwyd, LL16 3DE
- I Thomas
- 01352 781088 - Trem Yr Afon Pant Y Gof, Halkyn, Holywell, Clwyd, CH8 8DH
- A Trevor
- 01244 543074 - 1-3 Ewloe Place, Buckley, Clwyd, CH7 3NJ
- M & J Warings
- 01745 360421 - 40 Dyserth Road, Rhyl, Clwyd, LL18 4DP
- D Williams
- 01244 818152 - Chase Wepre Dv, Connah's Quay, Deeside, Clwyd, CH5 4HA
- E.J Williams
- 01248 852918 - Llysfryn, Tyn-y-Gongl, Gwynedd, LL74 8NS
- Gwilym Williams
- 01248 600701 - 6 Fford Coetmur, Bethesda, Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 3DP
- Williams
- 01248 601804 - Pantglas Road, Bethesda, Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 3BG
- G Williams
- 01978 822050 - 15 Church Vw, Ruabon, Wrexham, Clwyd, LL14 6TD
- M Williams
- 01248 351095 - 19 Bro Rhiwen, Rhiwlas, Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 4EL
- R Williams & Co Ltd
- 01758 730724 - Bryn Gwynt, Garnfadryn, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 8TG
- R.E Williams
- 01824 790663 - Llwyn Celyn, Llanrhaeadr, Denbigh, Clwyd, LL16 4NH
- Williams & Reynolds Bldg Contrs
- 01244 535898 - 8b Mancot Lane, Mancot, Deeside, Clwyd, CH5 2AH
- T.G Williams
- 01745 583332 - Station Yd Chester St, St. Asaph, Clwyd, LL17 0RE