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  • RTB Construction

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2017

    Hello, If your looking for a friendly service that is affordable and offers a reliable service to customers then look no further, With years of experience where no job is too big or to small. I have public liability insurance for added peace of mind and a waste carrier's read more

    Latest Bricklaying feedback review:

    Fit lintel

    DID A TOP JOB WILL USE HIM A GAIN THANK YOU MARK.

    By george80518 on

  • French Construction

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2016

    All aspects of the building trade, Very strong in the groundworks and fencing side, I have years of experience as site and project management. The works I am looking for would be, Fencing, groundwork, excavations drainage and foundations concrete works along with general read more

    Latest Groundwork & Foundations feedback review:

    Urgent Backyard Renovation - Concrete Removal & Gravel

    We recently hired David for a backyard renovation, and we are absolutely thrilled with the end result. The backyard looks incredibly neat and transformed. David's responsiveness, efficiency, and polite demeanour made the entire experience...

    By julia_paignton on

  • GHM Properties

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2019

    Andy runs a small team of general builders. We specialise in New Developments, Drainage and Groundworks, but we also have a wealth of experience in renovations & conversions. More recently we have been asked to do a lot of driveways, patios and landscaping, some of which read more

    Latest Groundwork & Foundations feedback review:

    Levelling ground for shed

    It’s Not the Customers fault you underprice a job & didn’t get coatings right. Putting up the cost on the last week which was Not agreed adding extras . N.B* Make sure you get a written overall £ cost of the job from the very...

    By derek_814 on

  • M7 Developments

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2016

    My business covers all aspects of building.I have 18 years experience in the industry and have specialised experience on groundworks and civil engineering. I've worked as a senior foreman for 10 years on a number of different projects from new builds extensions and read more

    Latest Bricklaying feedback review:

    Landscaping front and side garden, including steps

    Steve and his team have been great. Working through last years horrendous winter rains, moving tons of red Devon soil, digging footings, constructing retaining walls, steps and patio. Following a dry spell they have returned to prepare and...

    By mark97631 on

  • CONSTRUCT building contractors

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2022

    We are professional, friendly builders who pride ourselves on our efficiency and attention to detail. We are fully qualified and fully insured. We cover all aspects of building work, including swimming pools, hard landscaping projects, and all styles of stonework. read more

    Latest Landscaping feedback review:

    Level garden

    Michael and Matthew worked tirelessly transforming our garden, they arrived punctual every day and done a first class job, I would 100% recommend them for any job you need.

    By dav1956 on

  • Steven Farley Master Builder

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2019

    Hello Clients " happiness is always my goal." Achieveing this through quality workmanship, cleanliness, care, honesty and continuity. I 'm often told by customers that my attention to detail and finishing are excellent, second to none. Customer satisfaction from start to read more

    Latest Bricklaying feedback review:

    Looking for experienced bricklayer

    If you are looking for a good reliable builder then we recommend Steve Farley. Steve’s team successfully demolished our kitchen wall for a open plan. Hence plastered the column's. There work was completed on time and the outcome was...

    By robert46973 on

  • JJ Groundworks

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2017

    I have been in construction industry for over 8 years. Covering most aspects of general building. I specialise in Groundworks. Anything from Patios, Driveways to Foundations. read more

    Latest Groundwork & Foundations feedback review:

    Digging for wall footings and slab

    Jan & Jack done a brilliant job with our garden wall setting, digging and pouring the wall footing.. I have hired them to build the wall and start paving the whole garden floor. I recommend them highly as their price is very good and the...

    By alangoran on

  • Ellis and Clark construction

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2014

    At Ellis and Clark Construction, we offer a very professional,reliable and honest service at very good prices. We are happy to share our knowledge and experience to help you in getting the finish product that you desire. read more

    Latest Plastering client reference:

    James did some work on a couple of chimneys for me, they're big ones and all, one of them has 8 pots. We talked through the job and he told me what he thought needed doing, we agreed on it all and the price then he cracked on with it. I was...

    Reference taken by MyBuilder on

  • DS Landscaping & Driveways

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2019

    DS landscaping and driveways have been in the landscaping/construction industry for around 15 years with experience in commercial and domestic projects big and small. We are a very hard working, reliable team that thrive on job and customer satisfaction. Our main skills read more

    Latest Driveways (Paved & Loose Surface) feedback review:

    Block paved driveway req

    I would highly recommend DS Landscaping for any landscaping job. Dale is professional, polite and courteous. We had a very large block paving driveway created as well as a huge patio area with composite decking and slabs so the guys were...

    By robert94209 on

  • J&C General Builders

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2019

    We are a small family business running with over 30 years of combined experience. We are a team of friendly reliable local tradesman that are highly skilled. We’re quickly building a reputation for high quality work. read more

    Latest Landscaping feedback review:

    Laying concrete or slabs

    I dont know where to start. Your team were amazing and so professional. You have transformed my back yard in record time. Whatever I asked for was done exactly like I asked and with a huge smile. I needed some brightness in my life this...

    By finella99638 on

  • Nicholas probert

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2023

    360 operator, ground works manager. read more

  • Ben cutmore

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2021

    Hi my name is Ben, for the last 20 years I have been working for myself buying/selling and renovating property. I have built up a wide variety of skills over the years and able to take on any size job of any sort. Range of trades read more

    Latest Bathroom Fitting feedback review:

    Take out the bath and fit a shower please

    Ben has been fantastic, not only has he fitted a small difficult shaped bathroom with paneling and a walk in shower but he has also fitted a lovely kitchen in my open plan living area. He is efficient, professional and extremely...

    By sue15167 on

  • Specialised Surfacing Ltd

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2017

    Driveways and general builders 14 years in trades we pride ourself on attention to detail. No job to big no job to small we take pride in everything we undertake. read more

    Latest Garden Maintenance feedback review:

    Front garden tidy up required.

    I highly recommend Specialised Surfacing Ltd. They have just finished my garden make over. I found the team to be very professional and polite throughout. We are so pleased with the transformation. They used good quality materials and the...

    By michele_611 on

  • Torbay Extensions

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2021

    New builds, extensions and renovations. Working alongside an experienced architect we can provide a design and construction service start to finish. Conversions New builds Contracts/Project Management Fully insured Qualifications - all trades fully qualified city and read more

  • Todd O'Callaghan

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2022

    A read more

  • New Build Ideas

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2020

    Welcome to New Build Ideas we are a family run building contractor operating across the South West. Specialising in all aspects of internal refurbishments, conversions & structural reconfigurations. Here to make your vision a reality, we have a great team of tradesmen read more

    Latest Restoration & Refurbishment feedback review:

    Remodel loft room

    Courtney and his team were excellent from start to finish. Everyone turned up when they said they would and were extremely courteous and tidy throughout. We would definitely recommend.

    By atmoo on

  • Stoneline Build and Landscape

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2023

    Stoneline Build and Landscape. Fully Qualified Bricklayer with over 20 years experience in construction. We cover... All masonry walling, Patios, Driveways, Hard landscapes and Groundworks. I pride Stoneline on providing high quality craftsmanship with attention to read more

    Latest Landscaping feedback review:

    Rebuilding stairs

    Really great job rebuilding some stairs to our front door. Quick and efficient and to a high standard. Will definitely use again!

    By robin89 on

  • AJR Building Contractors

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2023

    Professional family run business that always go's above and beyond Have 20 + years experience and been trading as A J R Building Contractors since 2007 read more

  • RockHold Build

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2018

    As a small family run business offering low overheads and what we believe to be unrivaled standards, we have the enviable reputation of being a major force all aspects of construction across Devon. With over 20 years experience in all aspects of building works we are able to read more

    Latest Bricklaying feedback review:

    build up stone wall and install coping stone

    Jamie from RockHold is professional, reliable and the best builder I've ever had the pleasure to employ! He is very knowledgeable, is an excellent problem solver and is very good at what he does. He's a true craftsman who has gone the...

    By chris_yoy on

  • BMD Groundworks

    Groundworker working in Torquay
    Trade Member since 2017

    BMD Groundworks and Plant Hire Contractors. We are a small business that take great pride in all our work. We come from a civil engineering background so we are not scared of getting our hands dirty. We supply all machinery with certificate operators with insurance. No job read more

    Latest Groundwork & Foundations feedback review:

    Foundation and drainage Groundworks

    A very professional Ben arrived. Spent time discussing the works involved. Weeks passed, chased him for a price. He confirmed he would be submitting his quote. Never heard from him again. Just don’t appreciate having my time wasted. He is...

    By user_1kr6 on

What can a groundworker do?

When you need important ground and foundations work done quickly and efficiently, you need a vetted groundworker near you. Find a groundworker with MyBuilder and save yourself hours of searching.

With MyBuilder, all you need to do is post your job and wait (usually only a few minutes!). You’ll receive interest from skilled groundworkers near you who might be able to help you carry out those tricky jobs, large or small. Compare quotes and scan customer reviews, all without leaving the page, and you’ll find a professional that suits all your needs.

So, what can you expect a groundworker to do?

  • build new foundations
  • maintenance and repair of drainage and pipework
  • garden earthworks
  • earth excavations

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