The Little Green Book - Maidenhead & Marlow


 

BUILDERS & BRICKLAYING
All these people have been well recommended and are well established, but it is always wise to check references for yourself and look at any other work.

30  A1 Attics 
0118   9733224
07721  561359
Beechwood, The Street, Eversley
Chris Nicols has been running this business since 1988. This very experienced team of five (three are carpentry-based) specialise in loft conversions but also undertake extensions and general building; they also maintain excellent connections with other related trades. ‘Chris is highly professional, courteous and provides quality work at sensible prices with fair payment terms.’ A1’s motto is ‘Don’t move out – move up.’ Guild of Master Craftsmen.

31  Active Building & Decorating 
01628  878628
0118  903     4109
41 Chiltern Drive, Charvil, Twyford
http://www.activebuildinganddecorating.com
‘I recommend this highly professional team who take pride in their work. Always punctual, polite and friendly, all the work was completed to a very high standard.’ All aspects of building, including extensions, new houses and decorating. Carry out a lot of refurbishments including bathrooms and kitchens. Warranted builders under the Federation of Master Builders scheme. Contact Gary Summersby.

32  A Star Builders – Alterations & Renovations
0118    9692911
07843  669010
8 Bibury Close, Woodley
ben.s_29@hotmail.co.uk
Ben Setchell is your contact and is well recommended. Ben and his team undertake most alterations to buildings and also, increasingly, refurbishments. Most of their work is through recommendation. ‘High standards, clean and tidy and prices are highly competitive.’ Fully insured.

33  Billinghurst & Sons Limited        
01628  522788
Fax: 01628  531933
Marlow Road, Bourne End  
 http://www.billinghurstandsons.co.uk
enquiries@billinghurstandsons.co.uk
For 206 years, this local family-run builders have carried out home extensions, conversions, repairs, refurbishments, domestic and commercial property maintenance, decorations etc. With an in-house planning department and an established reputation for high-quality work, they can handle every type of scheme from new development to matching old materials for restoration. Members of the Federation of Master Builders and Gas Safe registered.

34  Braybuild Roofing and Building Ltd
01628  770784
07951   737757
info@braybuild.co.uk
http://www.braybuild.co.uk 
Office 336, 5 High Street, Maidenhead SL6 1JN
Wayne Owen and Lee Cooper are specialists in all kinds of roofing work from fitting new roofs to repairing old ones, all types of flat roofing, slating and tiling, chimneys, leadwork, re-pointing and re-bedding, Velux windows and PVCu fascias, soffits, guttering, cleaning of moss-covered roofs and asbestos removal. All work is fully guaranteed and they are members of The Guild of Master Craftsmen and Checkatrade. Good local references.

35  Build Inc. 
0118    9690979
Jeremy        07950  029293
Michelle 07733 111818
219 Loddon Bridge Road, Woodley
info@build-inc.co.uk 
http://www.build-inc.co.uk
Michelle and Jeremy’s fast-moving, creative business is at the forefront of modern ideas and designs. A unique and dynamic team of highly experienced tradesmen can undertake your building projects or install a new kitchen or bathroom. Michelle provides a comprehensive, bespoke interior design service. This is a unique, modern approach to making your dream home a reality, on time and within budget. Build Inc. pride themselves on their communication with the customer. Time and management skills mean that their prices are highly competitive.
* 5% discount with The Directory *

36  SM Butler Ltd
01628  776535
Steve Butler   07787  555145
Mark Chapman  07916  577191
info@smbutler.co.uk                            
http://www.smbutler.co.uk
SM Butler has over 25 years’ experience in the building industry and are able to provide excellent local references. They undertake all building work from alterations, conservatories, conversions, extensions and modifications to PVCu replacement windows. They have developed over the years a trusted and reliable network of trade contacts guaranteeing all work to the highest standard. Most work is via recommendation and The Directory.

37  BM Cadle Renovations Ltd        
01628  850900
http://www.bmcadle.co.uk   
info@bmcadle.co.uk           
Walnut Cottage, Northern Woods, Flackwell Heath
Established in 1972 by Brian Cadle based on the belief that most people want an exceptional job that is managed and completed efficiently by qualified tradesmen who enjoy their work. For a full property refurbishment on a listed building, flint cottage or penthouse apartment or just a bathroom or kitchen, they will accommodate your chosen style – state-of-the art contemporary or Victorian country house. Nothing is too much trouble for these Members of the Federation of Master Builders and Dulux Select.

38  Dunne & Co. Ltd 
0118    9722364
07778  557585
Fax: 0118  972 1120
Ashbrooke, Chalk House Green, near Reading
dunneandco@aol.com                    
http://www.dunneandco.co.uk
A long-established building business with Kevin Dunne as your main contact. They specialise in restoring and renovating older character properties including listed buildings; also work for English Heritage, a good measure of their credentials. New houses and extensions are also within this team’s many capabilities. NHBC and FMB.

39  The Farland-Lewis Partnership Ltd 
0845 22 66 560
info@farland-lewis.co.uk
http://www.farland-lewis.co.uk
A forward-thinking company with innovative ideas and outstanding results. Owners Ash Lewis and Dave Farland are on a mission to deliver high standards; they are FMB members, Trustmark recognised and offer Masterbond insurance-backed guarantees on all works. Their design-and-build expertise for high-quality extensions, renovations and new builds, and plenty of excellent trade contacts, means they are the ideal one-stop solution for those who simply want the best job done. Outstanding references are available from a host of delighted clients. ‘Made an excellent job of our extension – very professional team.’ For design, supply and installation of premium kitchens and bathrooms contact Karen Tester on 07792 611563.

40  Farr & Roberts Builders Ltd
01628  623097
Fax: 01628 639148
http://www.farr-roberts.com
Bray House, Martin Road, Maidenhead
mail@farr-roberts.com
Established in 1949, this is one of the oldest local builders. With many skilled craftsmen plus specialist subcontractors, all operatives are chosen for their reliability, experience and high standards of workmanship. New extensions, refurbishments and maintenance, working through architects, surveyors and engineers or directly for clients. The specialist team undertakes smaller jobs and maintenance contracts such as roof repairs, restructuring and internal refurbishment including plumbing, carpentry, plastering, decorating and electrical work. NHBC and FMB Warranted Builders

41  Felgate Building Services            
07815  814999
52 Portlock Road, Maidenhead
pete@felgatebuildingservices.com
http://www.felgatebuildingservices.com
For six years, Pete and his team have been devoted to excellence. Working closely with qualified tradesman including plumbers, carpenters, plasterers and electricians, he carries out all kinds of work, from changing tap washers to extensions, refurbishments or building new homes. Felgate cover a 20-mile radius of Maidenhead.

42  Fowles Developments      
0118    9666616
07768  028551
0118  966 8642
Fax: 0118 966 2159
2 Ramsbury Drive, Earley
mark@fowlesdevelopments.co.uk
http://www.fowlesdevelopments.co.uk
‘True professionals who show great respect for the home environment.’ ‘Took a great deal of care at the planning stages to ensure that we got what we wanted.’ Fowles Developments are a systems-driven company which makes their management skills a cut above the competition; they are Investors in People and ensure that all their staff are highly motivated and professional. Superb references for this team.

43  Paul A Hicks        
0118    9414297
07979  991289
12 The Meadway, Tilehurst 
Paul has been working in the building trade for over 29 years and covers all aspects of building, from new extensions and brickwork to re-pointing, flintwork, patios and exterior maintenance. Paul puts quality workmanship and the customers first and comes highly recommended. Free quotes. Federation of Master Builders.

44  T Jones & Sons Ltd                     
01628  485155
Jamie 07973  316079
Trevor  07976  371998
10 Bobmore Lane, Marlow
jamier.jones@virgin.net 
NHBC registered and with a team of professional trades people working with them, Jamie Jones and Trevor Jones work almost entirely from recommendation. Their main line of work is extensions, and they were awarded the Extension of the Year 2004–5 by local building control. As well as new builds, offices, shops and showroom refurbishments, they also carry out work on grade 2 listed buildings. Architectural service available.

45  Just Brickwork     
0118  9267016
07931  958843
28a Erleigh Road, Reading
justbricks@aol.com
This expert team focus on smaller projects such as renovation and restoration of Victorian brickwork, repairs, alterations, re-pointing, conservation work, garden walls and feature brickwork. Prompt and reliable, Just Brickwork has been running for nine years. Fully insured. Robert Sutton is your contact.

46  Magee Construction                     
01628  829677
07719  746837
sean@mageeconstruction.co.uk
http://www.mageeconstruction.co.uk
Highly recommended, Sean Magee’s work involves extensions, loft conversions and complete refurbishments. Specialising in period properties, he prides himself on quality craftsmanship and has over 25 years of building experience. Lots of good references. Fully insured.

47  RZP Building & Maintenance Ltd
01628  829573
07769  747425
dorota.pustula@btinternet.com
Robert does total renovations/modernisations of houses (all ages), bathroom and kitchen installations, decorating to the highest standards, tiling, flooring and carpentry –  including making and fitting hand-made furniture. The references are glowing. ‘He is highly competent in all the key trades and is a very good carpenter.’ ‘There has never been an issue over his professionalism or integrity.’

48  SK Rouse Brickwork                   
01494  448201
07798  846793
steve@skrouse.co.uk
92 Chorley Road, West Wycombe Village, High Wycombe
This fully experienced bricklayer provides a complete building service. Patios, block paving, flintwork and extensions are all within Steven’s capabilities. He was well recommended by a business in The Directory for being a hard worker who is clean, tidy and friendly.

49  TS Construction               
01628  521912
07770  865822
t.slade@hotmail.co.uk
Heavenslea Cottage, Harvest Hill, Bourne End
A family business with over 12 years of experience in improving homes, with many examples of their work around SL6, 7 and 8. The business has continued to grow on local recommendations and a dedication to provide a great value, quality service. Alterations, modernisations, refurbishments, extensions, insurance work, bathrooms, kitchens, plumbing and heating, carpentry, electrics, groundwork, brickwork, patios, driveways and landscaping. Also small jobs and maintenance. A complete building service providing the client with the knowledge their tradesmen are fully qualified, experienced and competent to the highest standard. Contact Tim Slade in the first instance.

50  Victorian Renovations                 
01628  545739
07787  933643
15 New Road, Holyport, Maidenhead
Jerry and his team specialise in the renovation of old buildings mainly Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian. Full renovations include chimney stacks, staircases and replacement of all types of flooring. They take commissions for new houses and extensions and there is no job too small. Their small band of tradesmen cover: plumbing, electrical work, plastering and paintwork. They are all specialists in their own field and are all certificated. Jerry has lived in Maidenhead and Holyport since 1986 and his work commissions have included projects for the Foreign Office.

51  T Wilson Projects             
01628  782521
07949  292348
0800    9550404
13 Beverley Gardens, Maidenhead
Tom Wilson served his apprenticeship as a bricklayer and has over 30 years’ experience in the building industry. From extension and building alterations to brickwork and patios, he will undertake all aspects of building work, domestic and commercial. Tom’s reputation for quality means that most of his work comes from recommendation. Competitive quotations always.