BUILDERS IN READING, CAVERSHAM, WOODLEY, EARLEY, LOWER EARLEY, TILEHURST, MORTIMER, PANGBOURNE

With over 35 years of experience in the building trade, 90% of their work comes from recommendations and The Directory has excellent references. Glenn Barker's company undertake extensions, structural and maintenance work, renovations, conversions (such as houses into flats), loft and garage conversions, conservatory bases, plastering, decorating, roofing, soffits, fascias, driveways and garden landscaping. They also design and install kitchens and specialise in projects to assist the disabled, such as wetrooms, access and installing lifts. Guild of Master Craftsmen members.

Garry and his fully qualified and insured tradesmen guarantee reliability. With over 25 years' experience, ABD Construction not only offers a safe and secure building service but prides itself on completing work on time and to budget. If you are thinking of making improvements to your home – whether an extension, a loft or garage conversion, a new bathroom or kitchen, or even roof repairs and insurance work – ABD will offer a free, no-obligation quotation. ABD values its clients and appreciates the importance of referrals and repeat custom. Contact ABD, become one of their valued clients and experience their reputable service for yourself.

With 30 years' experience, Chester is a very competent tradesman / builder / designer, both in the home and in the garden. Traditional or modern, the ideas and flexibility of Chester’s knowledge and craftsmanship are impressive. Attention to detail is the key to making one’s project look great – Chester is meticulous in this area. If you want something unique – anything from a garden room or office outbuilding to radiator covers – this is one of the businesses you should look at. Call Chester – you will be pleasantly surprised. Public liability £2m. Works 9–6pm Mon–Fri. Free consultation.

Andrew Swadling has been in the building trade for over 20 years and has grown his business by word of mouth, completing quality building work on time and on budget, concentrating on builds from extensions to renovations, steel fabrications and smaller work such as flat roofing, painting, decorating and kitchen or bathroom installations. AD Swadling undertakes the project management side and is used to dealing with all local authorities throughout the build. Full public liability and insurance cover. From start to finish, this team won’t disappoint and we have many client references to prove it.

ADC Building Solutions Ltd is a family-run local business with over 30 years' experience in the trade. Andrew has a commercial site background and applies the same cost and planning efficiencies to the domestic market to ensure a quality build to an agreed programme and budget. Complete project management of your build, structural alterations, conversions, extensions and brickwork. Free quotes.

Offering a free initial design consultation, they provide a full end-to-end service from designing and planning to building and interior designing your home extension, conversion or new build project. RIBA Architect. Established 2001. Open 7am–9pm daily. 

Bourne Builders has been established for over nine years and Peter comes with over 15 years' experience in the building trade. Bourne Builders has cultivated a solid reputation for efficiency and integrity, which has in turn meant 100% of Bourne Builders' work has come from recommendations alone. Bourne Builders can provide you with a complete home improvement service and guarantee your satisfaction. They can undertake structural and maintenance work, extensions, renovations, conversions (such as HMOs and houses into flats), garage conversions, plastering, decorating, kitchens, soffits and fascias and full house renovations from start to finish. Fully insured, well connected with other established trades, superb references. If you are thinking of making any improvements to your home, call them for your FREE no-obligation quote. Public liability with Tradesman Saver Insurance for professionals.

Established for over 25 years, Paul Davey of Buildform Construction & Roofing Services undertakes most aspects of general building and roofing, including small works projects, structural and rising damp issues. Specialising in older-style properties, especially conservation and listed buildings, services include:

*  Building: general and renovation/repairs 

* Roofing: all aspects

* Approved Firestone Rubber Roof installers

* Leadwork: including decorative flashing and lead welding

* Structural movement and brickwork repairs

* Damp prevention and cure

Genuine local references relating to the work you require can be obtained by contacting Paul in the first instance. Alternatively contact him for a free no-obligation quote. All work is covered by contracts and written guarantees. Genuine and trustworthy, with a high standard of workmanship and endorsed online by the Bracknell Forest Council Trading Standards Buy with Confidence website. Covering a 30-mile radius of Crowthorne. £5m public liability. Fully DBS (CRB) checked.

Working five days a week and covering all of Berkshire, this business has over 25 years' experience in the building trade. Chris and his team of fully qualified tradesman specialise in extensions, alterations, garage conversions, patios, walls, driveways and drainage work. All work is done to an excellent standard, fully insured and guaranteed; 90% of their work comes from personal recommendation.

With over 18 years' experience in the building trade, Dan Trussler Building & Carpentry was established in 2009. The business has grown substantially through word of mouth and repeat customers who highly rate their work. Specialists in all aspects of home and commercial renovations, including extensions, conversions (including garages) and interior/exterior renovations. Free no-obligation quotes. Dan Trussler is your main contact and deals with local authorities and other contractors if needed. Public liability insurance up to £1m. Covers a 20-mile radius of Reading.

Darren Maunders has over 35 years of experience in many aspects of the building industry. Carpentry, brickwork, plastering, tiling, roofing, painting/decorating, fencing, patios and decking. His work ranges from small to medium extensions, alterations and large or small refurbishments, maintenance and repairs. He liaises with building control and project manages the job to run as smoothly as possible. High standards, trustworthy and always completed to the customers' satisfaction. Public liability insurance.

Francis Hamley is a sole trader in a family business, which has been operating locally for several generations. Specialising in building maintenance and decorating, his skills include plastering, plumbing, small building works, carpentry, joinery and building renovation. He can undertake all aspects of the building project himself. 'Flexible, reliable, thorough, professional, friendly, tidy.'

'A true professional who shows great respect for the home environment.' 'Took a great deal of care at the planning stages to ensure we got what we wanted.' Elivate Ltd is a systems-driven company, providing excellent management systems and high-quality craftsmen, to ensure a fluid build with an unrivalled finish. Superb references for this team. Elivate are proud members of the Federation of Master Builders and a TrustMark member.

Great references for the team of fourteen at HQDB. HQDB is a member of both the Federation of Master Builders and Trustmark. They undertake new builds, large and small scale extensions and renovations in Reading and the surrounding areas. Full public liability insurance. Hours are Mon–Fri 7.30–5.

S & D Kings Construction provides an exceptional level of service, expertise and experience. S & D Kings has over 30 years' experience and can show you good local references for all kinds of quality building work. They specialise in extensions, loft conversions and new builds. Your contacts are Simon Smith and Matt Reynolds.

For over 20 years, this dedicated team has successfully carried out extensions and all aspects of general building, including loft and garage conversions. Almost all work comes from recommendation due to the quality of their workmanship and insistence on customer satisfaction. They strive to always provide a friendly and efficient service. Plenty of references available. Fully insured and guaranteed. Free no-obligation quotations. Contact Selby.

Ben Setchell is your contact and is well recommended. Ben and his team undertake most building alterations, extensions and, increasingly, new builds. Most of their work is via recommendation. ‘High standards, clean and tidy and prices are highly competitive.’ Fully insured.

Founded in 2007 by Mitchell Hughes, Substructure Developments Ltd has grown to be one of the most respected building contractors in Maidenhead, Windsor, Ascot and the surrounding areas. Producing high-end finishes, excellent client relations and with Mitchell's years of experience across all trades, he has contributed to stunning elements within his projects that were not at first considered. They provide free indications for all their jobs and understand that keeping the work environment tidy, respecting the neighbours and finishing on time are as important as the job itself and that your satisfaction is key to the success of their business.