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Building services across Devon & Cornwall

From a single storey extension to a full new build, we cover every stage of the job under one roof. Based in Holsworthy, we're trusted local builders delivering quality workmanship, honest advice and tidy sites right in Devon and Cornwall.

Single storey house extension built by Clifford Building Contractors

House Extensions

Single and double storey extensions that add real, usable living space to your home. We take the whole job on from foundations to finish — so you deal with one team for the structural steel, roofing, electrics, plumbing and plastering. Whether it's a kitchen-diner across the back or a full two-storey side return, we build it to last and finish it to a standard you'll be proud of.

  • Single & double storey extensions
  • Foundations & structural steel (RSJs)
  • Roofing, guttering & weatherproofing
  • Electrics, plumbing & heating
  • Plastering & full internal fit-out
  • Building control coordination
Stone property mid-renovation with new roof by Clifford Building Contractors

Renovations

Full property renovations that bring tired and dated buildings back to life. We strip the property back, put right anything structural, and rebuild to a modern, comfortable standard. From period cottages to whole-house refurbishments, we manage every trade and keep you informed at every stage — so the end result feels like a brand new home without losing the character you love.

  • Whole-house refurbishments
  • Period property restoration
  • Damp, rot & structural repairs
  • Rewiring & replumbing
  • New flooring, plastering & decorating
  • Insulation & energy efficiency upgrades
Slate-roofed new build barn-style home with oak-framed porch

New Builds

Bespoke new build homes delivered from groundworks right through to handover. We work hand in hand with your architect and the local planning authority to turn drawings into a finished home, on time and on budget. As your single main contractor we coordinate every trade and stage of the build, giving you one reliable point of contact from the first dig to the final clean.

  • Bespoke detached & individual homes
  • Groundworks & foundations
  • Full structural build & roofing
  • First & second fix
  • Architect & planner coordination
  • Building control to handover
Steel beam and blockwork structural steelwork by Clifford Building Contractors

Structural Work

Structural alterations done properly and signed off with confidence. We remove load-bearing walls, install RSJs and steel beams, carry out underpinning, and open up homes to create the spaces people actually want to live in. Everything is engineered to spec, built safely, and signed off by building control — so your changes are sound for the long term and fully documented.

  • Load-bearing wall removal
  • RSJ & steel beam installation
  • Underpinning & foundation strengthening
  • Knock-throughs & open-plan layouts
  • Structural engineer coordination
  • Building control sign-off
Freshly laid tiled roof viewed from scaffolding by Clifford Building Contractors

Roofing

A roof is the one part of a building you can't afford to get wrong. We carry out new roofs, full re-roofs and repairs across pitched and flat roofs — tiling, slating, felt and EPDM systems. We sort the detailing that protects the building too: fascias, soffits, guttering and flashings, all properly fitted and left weather-tight.

  • New roofs & full re-roofs
  • Tiling, slating & flat-roof systems
  • Roof repairs & leak fixes
  • Fascias, soffits & guttering
  • Lead work & flashings
  • Chimney & ridge repairs
Modern kitchen installation with oak-effect units and marble splashback

Kitchens & Bathrooms

Complete kitchen and bathroom installations with every trade coordinated under one roof. We handle the plumbing, tiling, electrics and all the finishing trades, so you don't have to chase separate tradespeople or manage the schedule yourself. From ripping out the old to fitting the last handle, we deliver a clean, watertight, beautifully finished room that's ready to use.

  • Full kitchen design & installation
  • Bathroom & en-suite fitting
  • Plumbing & waste connections
  • Wall & floor tiling
  • Electrics, lighting & extraction
  • Worktops, splashbacks & finishing
New extension footings and groundworks beside a finished bungalow

Groundworks

Proper groundwork is where every good build starts — and we never cut corners underground. We lay foundations, install drainage, and create durable driveways, patios and landscaped outdoor spaces. Whether it's the substructure for a new build or a hardstanding and drainage scheme for an existing property, we get the levels, falls and foundations right the first time.

  • Foundations & substructures
  • Drainage & soakaways
  • Driveways & hardstanding
  • Patios & paving
  • Retaining walls & landscaping
  • Site clearance & groundwork prep

Why choose Clifford Building Contractors

The things that matter — done properly, every time.

Fully insured

Public & employer's liability cover on every job.

Free estimates

No-obligation quotes — usually back to you same day.

Clear pricing

Detailed written quotes with no hidden extras.

Site left clean daily

We respect your home and tidy up every single day.

Got a project in mind?

Tell us what you're planning and we'll give you honest advice and a free, no-obligation quote — usually the same day.