What we do

Every trade you need.One team on site.

From decoration to drainage, we handle the trades homeowners in South Ockendon need for renovations, extensions, and repairs — with the same tidy sites and clear communication you see on our project pages.

On most jobs

Kitchens, bathrooms, and extensions pull several trades together. You get one programme and crews who already work together — not a string of separate subcontractors to chase.

Covering South Ockendon, Grays, Barking, Ilford, Barkingside, London

Our trades

Tap a trade to see what we cover on your job.Jump to a trade in the sidebar, or scroll through each section below.

Brickwork

Brickwork and Blockwork

Structural and cosmetic masonry — extensions, walls, openings, and careful matching to existing brick.

From garden walls to structural openings for new doors and windows, we build line-and-level work that ties in with what is already on site. Where matching brick is tricky, we talk it through before we start so the repair does not shout.

Typical scope

Single and two-storey extension shells
Garden and boundary walls
Door and window openings with lintels
Repointing and local brick repairs
Blockwork for garages, stores, and internal partitions

Carpentry

First and second-fix joinery — studwork, doors, skirting, and kitchen carcasses fitted square and secure.

Carpentry ties the structure to the finish. We set out stud walls, hang doors that close cleanly, and fit joinery with consistent gaps and fixings in the right places — so decorators and worktops are not fighting out-of-square frames.

Typical scope

Stud walls, noggins, and ceiling straps
Door lining, hanging, and architrave
Skirting, window boards, and shelving
Kitchen carcass installation and adjustments
Decking, fencing, and outdoor timber structures

Concrete

Foundations, slabs, and bases poured level — the solid start your build needs.

Concrete work is about preparation: compacted sub-base, correct reinforcement, and control joints where they are needed. We pour for footings, ground floors, and hardstanding that will take the next stage of the build without drama.

Typical scope

Strip and pad foundations
Ground-bearing slabs and oversites
Garage and garden room bases
Path, step, and hardstanding pours
Breaking out and replacing failed concrete

Drainage

Surface water and waste routes that protect your property — gullies, runs, and repairs.

Poor drainage shows up in the wrong place — damp patches, standing water, or smells. We trace the issue, propose a practical fix, and install falls and connections that move water away from the building as intended.

Typical scope

Gully and hopper clearance or replacement
New downpipe and surface water runs
Soakaways and French drain installations
Channel drains for drives and patios
Repairs to existing clay or plastic runs

Electrical

Safer, tidier electrics for renovations — planned with qualified electricians where certification applies.

Electrical work on renovations needs clear routing, adequate circuits, and paperwork when the job is notifiable. We work with qualified electricians for design, testing, and certification, and handle the making-good around the install.

Typical scope

Additional sockets, switches, and lighting points
Consumer unit upgrades via certified electricians
Kitchen and bathroom electrical layouts
External lighting and power for gardens or offices
Testing, certification, and handover documentation

Painting

Painting and Decorating

Sharp, lasting finishes inside and out — with proper prep, protection, and a tidy handover.

Decoration is where a project starts to feel finished. We take surfaces back to a sound base, protect what should not be painted, and apply coats that look even in natural light — not just under a torch on the last day.

Typical scope

Interior walls, ceilings, and woodwork
Exterior masonry and render touch-ups
Wallpaper hanging and feature walls
Filling, sanding, and stain blocking where needed
Colour advice and sample patches before we commit

Plastering

Flat, true walls and ceilings ready for paint — skims, patches, and repairs done properly.

Good plastering hides the rough work underneath. Whether you need a full re-skim after a strip-out or local repairs before decorating, we focus on flat planes, clean corners, and drying times that will not rush your schedule.

Typical scope

Full room and ceiling re-skimming
Patch repairs after chasing or removals
Bonding and dubbing out uneven substrates
External render repairs and local make-good
Preparation for coving and architrave finishes

Plumbing

Reliable water and heating alterations for kitchens, bathrooms, and day-to-day fixes.

We plan pipe runs so they are accessible for maintenance, test before we board over, and leave you with clear isolation points. For larger heating or gas work, we coordinate with certified specialists where certification is required.

Typical scope

Kitchen and bathroom first and second fix
Radiator moves, swaps, and valve upgrades
Leaks, traps, and sanitaryware replacements
Outside taps and appliance connections
Coordination with certified gas engineers when needed

Tiling

Straight, watertight tile work for bathrooms, kitchens, and floors — with falls and trims done properly.

Tiling shows every mistake in the substrate. We check levels and waterproofing before the first tile goes down, plan cuts so the eye lands in the right place, and leave consistent grout lines and silicone details that will not fail in the first year.

Typical scope

Bathroom and wet-room wall and floor tiling
Kitchen splashbacks and feature walls
Porcelain, ceramic, and natural stone
Waterproof tanking and wet-area preparation
Underfloor heating prep and tile overlays

Next step

Not sure which trade you need first?

Describe what you are planning — an extension, a bathroom, a full redecoration, or something in between. We will visit, advise on the right order of works, and send a clear written quote.

Request a quote Call 07572138829

See recent work in our project gallery.