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  • U C Em Facilities Ltd

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2019

    10 years experience in drainage industry Deal with most aspects of drainage clearances, installations and repairs including manhole relocation for water board specs and new connections read more

    Latest Groundwork & Foundations feedback review:

    Manhole cover replacement

    They came to replace a manhole cover, they were very friendly and did a fantastic job.

    By philip20825 on

  • Murrell's Builders Ltd

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2018

    We are a small family run business with over 30 years experience in all aspects of the building trade.Our aim is to ensure customer satisfaction and recommendations.We appreciate what is important to our customers so we will always deliver a reliable,quality and professional read more

    Latest Landscaping feedback review:

    Repair wall in front garden

    Got in touch very quickly, saw what I wanted, did the job exactly as asked, took all the rubble away. Good clean job very pleasant young man Hussen. Would recommend this company.

    By mrs66168 on

  • foley civil engineering ltd

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2015

    We are a proven and vastly experienced groundwork company with over 20 years experience all our work is completed to a high standard to timescales and to budget .free quotes and advise given on ways to save money and time. All are work is guaranteed .free estimates and read more

    Latest Groundwork & Foundations feedback review:

    foundations for a single storey rear extension

    Reliable , on time , and on budget ,I would recommend his services to anyone of my friends G Thomson .

    By gazza_46 on

  • POSH home improvements

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2013

    POSH offer a full home improvement service inc: Driveways, patio,landscaping, gardening, damp proofing, drainage, turfing, fencing, footings etc. Extending your garden to cater for your family or lifestyle needs, POSH will work with you to exceed your expectations. POSH read more

    Latest Groundwork & Foundations feedback review:

    Soakaway off new extension to meet building regs

    I would highly recommend Tristan and his team with no hesitation. The whole experience was very positive from start to finish. Tristan (and Rich) were extremely professional, provided strong correspondence, courteous, tidy and fast...

    By lynda544555 on

  • ASL BUILDERS

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2019

    Hi, my names Andrew. I undertake all building works, I’ve worked on and run the smallest jobs to projects that have sold for millions. I have many years experience along the way I’ve picked up digger & dumper cpcs tickets, pasma ticket, health & safety awareness read more

    Latest Restoration & Refurbishment feedback review:

    First Fix for House Refurbishment

    I have nothing but praise for the way ASL executed our project. We originally hired them just for the first fix only but within a couple of days we changed our minds and asked them to carry out the whole project. In that time Andrew and his...

    By davidm_72 on

  • S.R Groundwork & Building Solutions

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2018

    We are a local Groundwork company that provide all aspects of building and groundwork. With 19 years experience in the building industry. read more

    Latest Fencing feedback review:

    Garden fence repair

    Steve did a great job here with my fencing and associated jobs around the garden, friendly and flexible. Recommend him very highly as a local tradesman.

    By sjplep on

  • Domestic Drainage

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2015

    Hi, I've worked on drainage all my life. If drainage comes out the house then I've have worked on it! It's more personal to work close with the house owner than working on site of which I've been doing for many a year. Anything you need I can do; blocked drains, cesspit read more

    Latest Groundwork & Foundations feedback review:

    Rain drain blocked

    Richard phoned me following my request and came to view the site within a couple of days, gave me a price which I thought was fair and he stuck to on completion, he carried out the work on Christmas Eve as I was concerned about not leaving...

    By bill_146 on

  • J.g.gardenservices

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2020

    I have been in the building trade for 20+ years and my brother 10+ years And now feel to go it alone. We take on most outside projects including patios,turfing, block paving,fencing,landscaping,sheds, read more

    Latest Groundwork & Foundations feedback review:

    Concrete base

    JG garden services are a great set of lads. Arrived early ready for poring the cement. Chris and his brother worked hard and wouldn’t stop until the job was right. Very pleased with my garage base. Would use again.

    By ianbonney on

  • SB Groundworks and landscapes

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2019

    SB Groundworks & Landscapes Typically paving, patios,concrete and timber sleepers, turfing, topsoiling, play areas, driveways etc all included within the service is Free garden design and quotation. read more

    Latest Groundwork & Foundations feedback review:

    Put in cocrete shed base 10x8

    pleased with the work done would of done it my self but suffering still with a bad back would use again also got a good price

    By john92209 on

  • Chris Unsworth

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2021

    Hi my name is Chris, I have been in the construction industry for over 15 years. I cover all aspects of building work. Please feel free to contact for a free no obligation quotation. read more

    Latest Bathroom Fitting feedback review:

    Outdoor bathroom and toilet

    Excellent work by Chris. Finished well before time and was very open and honest in all communication. He is also very handy with other bits outside of plumbing which was required to put the whole bathroom and toilet together by building an...

    By maheshmk47 on

  • RedOakes

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2019

    We are a based in Chelmsford, essex. We have been running since 2012 and have had nothing but success every year we trade. We are mainly and heavily into hard landscaping, drives, patios, brickwork, fencing, turfing and garden timber structures. We are Red Oakes - A fully read more

    Latest Bricklaying feedback review:

    Garden wall re-build / new gate

    Jason has been excellent from start to finish. He wasn't the cheapest quote, but I still wanted him to do the job because I could tell he would do the best job from speaking to him. It was an insurance job, and luckily they also chose...

    By g_reed on

  • Kerrs External Works

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2020

    A husband and wife team, we specialise in external carpentry and personalising outdoor spaces. We love unique and challenging jobs, so whatever you have in mind, we will be able to turn your vision into reality. Whether you want decking, a pergola, a timber gazebo or other read more

    Latest Carpentry feedback review:

    Supply of garden shed.

    John and Megan Kerr did an exceptional job in supplying and building our back garden shed. Unlike other tradespeople they didn’t ask for up front payment or deposit, but asked for payment when we were satisfied with their work. We would...

    By stephen_974 on

  • Oreste Construction

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2017

    With over 20 years building experience, SMSTS and First Aider qualify. Main work is carpentry/joinery from structure to bespoke furniture. All operatives fully qualified. read more

    Latest Carpentry feedback review:

    Door hinges

    Oreste was very professional and punctual. He did a very good job, clean and at a very reasonable price. I will definitely call him again. Thank you! Valeria

    By iridella on

  • J D Groundworks and Landscaping

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2021

    J D Groundworks & Landscaping are a family run business, we have over 15 years of experience in the services we offer. They range anywhere from a small path to a big garden/driveway make over. We can help you with advice or even help you design a whole new look. All our read more

    Latest Landscaping client reference:

    Thomas and his team were very attentive to my needs as a customer and listened to my wishes but also discussed other options from their previous experiences. The work was carried out within a good time frame and to a good solid standard....

    Reference taken by MyBuilder on

  • Abbey Building Contracts

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2019

    Abbey Building Contractors Ltd are a Chelmsford based building company with over 20 years experience completing new builds, extensions, and loft conversions. We have a large team of skilled, qualified, and time served professionals, all who take pride in completing works to read more

  • Batchelor Property Developers

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2021

    Multi trade builder, been in the industry over ten years. Got my own company Batchelor Property Developers with a small team. Majority of work is client referrals, will come on here to fill the space between jobs. Groundwork, foundations, brickwork, renovations, read more

    Latest Painting & Decorating client reference:

    I got Charges to do a Painting work for me. Actually i started a DIY work to paint a room but then i realized its more then just paint and need a professional. I found Charges and asked him for a quote. He came the very ewvning and did a...

    Reference taken by MyBuilder on

  • East Counties Construction Ltd

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2018

    East Counties Construction is a general building company, with specialist knowledge in groundworks, new builds and extensions. With over 15 years experience in the construction industry from a commercial and hands on back ground, we are able to offer innovative methods of read more

    Latest Groundwork & Foundations feedback review:

    7x4 log cabin concreate base

    Great service by Scott, incredibly helpful and accommodating. My concreate base was perfect!

    By grace70818 on

  • Vbreahna services

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2023

    Any type of jobs. read more

  • Cs construction

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2020

    We do all construction work from patios new builds extensions and loft conversions read more

  • Remscape

    Groundworker working in Chelmsford
    Trade Member since 2023

    Remscape are a landscaping/groundwork company in Essex that carry out all work to the highest of standards ,we offer bespoke designs to fit all customers needs and we strive to deliver above clients expectations. Artificial grass All types of read more

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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