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  • Bath & N E Somerset Council
    2.1
    Bath & North East Somerset Council, Lewis House, Manvers Street, Bath, BA1 1JG, GB

    ! Please enable JavaScript in your browser to use this page. Bath & North East Somerset Council is a local authority responsible for providing a wide range of services to residents and businesses in the Bath and North East Somerset area. The council is committed to improving the quality of life for all residents and working towards a sustainable future. The council's website provides information on a wide range of topics, including council tax, planning applications, waste and recycling, and local events. Residents can also use the website to report issues, make payments, and access council services online. The council is committed to providing excellent customer service and making it easy for residents to access the information and services they need. The council's website is designed to be user-friendly and accessible to all. If you have any questions or need help using the website, please contact the council's customer service team. The council is committed to working with residents and businesses to make Bath and North East Somerset a great place to live, work, and visit.

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  • nu-planthire [operated planthire + groundworks]
    Portishead, BS20, GB

    Operated Plant Hire Groundworks Demolition Project Management We can undertake any of the following for you; Ground clearance/re-grading/levelling Tree, hedge or stump removal Excavating Foundations Excavating Drainage trenches Excavating Replacement Water Pipe Trenches Excavating Soakaways/Septic Tanks Excavating for Driveway/path/patio preparation Excavating for Septic/Attenuation tank pits Excavating for Swimming pools/Fish ponds Demolition of Garages/Houses + Out-Buildings Muckaway Operate Komatsu PC210LCi "Intelligent Machine Control" GPS Excavators Free 'Open Book' no obligation quotations provided

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  • Ben's Demolition
    4.2
    Sodbury Lane, Westerleigh, BS37 8RR, GB

    Welcome to BEN’S DEMOLITION DIVISION BEN’S Demolition Divison is part of Ben’s Tiles and Reclamation which specializes in the salvage of reclaimed building materials and architectural antiques for more than 24 years. Demolition Demolition and site clearance professionals based in Bristol undertaking projects in the surrounding areas and beyond. Grab Hire Service BEN’S DEMOLITION DIVISION also does GRAB HIRE. This latest addition to the fleet is BRAND NEW and ready to go to work. This brand new truck has a large load capacity and is the fastest way to remove large amounts of rubble, soil and stone. Contact Ben’s Team to book your Grab Hire. Demolition in the South West BEN’S DEMOLITION DIVISION is busy working hard across the South West and Wales. Check out the photo Gallery with 147 projects in the local area and see if Ben has done a demolition near you. BEN’S DEMOLITION DIVISION has the right demolition equipment, professional demolition team and provides professional demolition services. Contact Ben’s Team to book your demolition. Services Soft Strip, Site Clearance, Architectural Reclamation, Asbestos Removal Haulage Vehicles Wide variety of vehicles for the moving of waste materials. Please call to arrange your demolition. Ben’s Demolition Division has a large range of equipment ready for any job, Check it Out >>.

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  • FM Maintenance & Construction
    26 Camberley Road, Bristol, BS41SZ, GB

    FM Maintenance & Construction: Your Reliable Builders in Bristol FM Construction have been established for many years, with over 20 years experience in the construction industry. Comprehensive Building Services in Bristol A friendly and reliable team who work hard to maintain our reputation as one of Bristol's most trustworthy construction companies. Our building services company FM Construction was established in 2021. Since then we have been helping customers in Bristol and the surrounding area by providing professional, trustworthy building services. We know it can be hard to find a builder that you can rely on. FM Construction has a wealth of experience and is known as one of the best builders in Bristol. We pride ourselves on providing a professional, caring and high-quality service and always meet our customers’ needs. Each contractor that works for FM Construction is fully qualified and insured and delivers on timekeeping, quality of work and value. As a company we are confident that we can meet all your requirements on your next construction project and also exceed your expectations when it comes to quality and affordable builders in Bristol. All of our team are highly skilled in the construction trade and have built up a wealth of experience over the last several years, so no job is too demanding for us as we have all been trained to deal with every situation that the construction trade can offer. If you are trying to find a builder near you, why not give us a call? Our friendly, professional team will be happy to talk through your needs and give you a free, no-obligation quote. So if you're looking for a construction company in Bristol with many years experience in the construction trade then look no further than FM Construction. Whether it’s a query or a quote, pick up the phone and call 07982301251 today or visit our contact page or send us an email. Why Choose Us? FM Construction have been providing the people of Bristol with a wide range of customer focused construction services for many years! FM Construction have many satisfied and returning customers because we provide the best and most comprehensive construction services in and around Bristol

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  • Blanchard Construction
    Bristol, GB

    About us Blanchard Construction is a multi-service company operating in the agricultural, civils, commercial and domestic construction sectors. Founded in Somerset in 2015 by owner and director Tom Blanchard, the company has gone from strength to strength over the past seven years and now fulfils contracts for local authorities, major companies, agricultural enterprises and private customers. In addition, it is the appointed contractor for the installation of Storth Slurry Towers across the South West of England. Contracts now take the company’s team to projects throughout the West Country and beyond. Whether the job calls for construction, groundworks or plant hire, Blanchard Construction can deliver. Among some of its major commissions are the installations of a number of horse arenas and stable blocks, construction of steel frame buildings and, in the domestic market, substantial driveways. The company also supplies and lays concrete floors with a variety of finishes to suit your requirements whether it be float, grooved, brushed or power floated and can also supply and lay steel mesh for reinforcement. If bulk excavation and site preparation is called for, Blanchard Construction can supply the correct equipment for large or small-scale earth movements with laser precision for accurate levelling. Drainage services include the laying of domestic soil pipes and storm water drains, land drainage, ditching, culverts, surface drainage and manholes. Blanchard Construction has a range of plant for hire including 360 excavators with a range of attachments: breakers, flail headers and demolition grabs, articulated dumpers, rollers, dump trailers, low loaders and laser level systems. All plant comes with a skilled and qualified operator.

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  • P M Loveridge Plant Hire & Groundworks
    Parbury Cottage, Vallis Road, Frome, Somerset, GB

    About us P. M. Loveridge Plant Hire has over 40 years of experience as an agricultural contractor, groundswork contractor and plant operator. With a wealth of knowledge gained during the years, P. M. Loveridge Plant Hire delivers quality workmanship. Based in Frome, we cover the areas of Wiltshire and Somerset.

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  • Thornbury Surfacing Chippenham Ltd
    4.4
    Old Hatts Yard, West End Foxham Chippenham, Old Hatts Yard West End Foxham Chippenham, Chippenham, SN15 4NB, GB

    Asphalt & Surfacing Specialists Thornbury Surfacing is an established business with over 40 years’ experience in the construction and surfacing of major Infrastructures including roads, car parks, sports pitches, playgrounds, footpaths and domestic driveways. Domestic Services With a strong commitment to customer service, Thornbury Surfacing has earned a reputation for workmanship of the highest standards. We are able to provide a myriad of surfacing solutions, and a diverse range of finishes including coloured tarmac, resin bound macadam and block paving. We can provide you with a Contracts Manager to advise and assist you through all stages of design and installation. Health and safety is a key consideration in all projects undertaken by Thornbury Surfacing, and key members in each of our teams are fully trained in this area. In addition, all of our teams have members who have passed the latest Streetworks accreditation. Commercial Services Thornbury Surfacing is a leading road surfacing company that offers commercial services to businesses of all sizes. With a wealth of experience in the industry, Thornbury Surfacing has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality road surfacing solutions that are tailored to the needs of each individual client. Our commercial services are designed to provide businesses with reliable and cost-effective road surfacing solutions that meet their specific requirements. We work closely with our clients to understand their needs and develop solutions that are tailored to their budget, time frame, and quality standards. Whether you need a complete road resurfacing project or simply require repairs to an existing surface, our experienced team of professionals can help. We successfully administer contracts in both the commercial and Industrial sectors, procuring over 80,000 tons of bituminous material annually. All our teams have staff who are H&S trained and have CSCS / CPCS / SSSTS / SMTS qualifications. Plant & Equipment To accommodate the various size of contracts awarded to us, we have re-invested over £800,000 on plant and equipment over the last 2 years.

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  • McCarthy Construction Ltd
    4.6
    Construction House, The Old Quarry Clevedon Road Failand Bristol, Construction House The Old Quarry Clevedon Road Failand Bristol, Bristol, BS8 3TU, GB

    Welcome to McCarthy Construction Ltd McCarthy Construction Ltd is a well established family run civil engineering contracting business based in Bristol and operating throughout the South West. We are able to provide high-quality solutions to our customers including the use of innovative new technology. We are proud of our work and have a strong track record of delivering projects on time and within budget. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our employees and the public. We are also committed to protecting the environment and minimizing our impact on the local community.

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  • Richard Barnes Ltd Building Contractors
    5
    Hampsley Farm, Heddington, Calne, SN11 0PP, GB

    Welcome to Richard Barnes Ltd, a third-generation family business with over 40 years of experience in the construction industry. We provide a complete range of services with skilled and experienced tradespeople, including Ground Workers, Bricklayers, Oak Framers, Carpenters, Plasterers, and Roofers. We take pride in our customer-based management style that is trusted throughout the local area. Your personal project manager will work closely with you throughout the build process to ensure that all expectations, designs, and building regulations are met. We offer a fully open book self-build system that has many client-based benefits, including no upfront payments, competitive rates on building materials, and a personal project manager to guide you throughout the build. Our mission is to become the construction company of choice within Wiltshire. We offer a free comprehensive estimation service for all potential customers. Contact us today to experience our exceptional service and expertise.

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  • All Trade Property Services Ltd
    4.4
    Unit 6, Satellite Business Park, Blackswarth Road, Satellite Business Park Blackswarth Road Bristol, Bristol, BS5 8GU, GB

    All Trade Property Services An established and experienced maintenance, construction, renovation and repair company. What We Do We do maintenance, construction, renovation and repair specialising in providing all the trades and services required for homeowners and landlords. Who We Work For We specialise in providing all the trades and services required for homeowners and landlords. All Trade Property Services One call for all your maintenance & construction needs in and around the Bristol area We are an established and experienced maintenance, construction, renovation and repair company specialising in providing all the trades and services required for homeowners, property managers and landlords in and around the Bristol area. We pride ourselves in providing a high standard of workmanship at reasonable prices to ensure our customers get the best value from our service. We are based in Bristol but also serve the wider south west areas of South Gloucestershire, Somerset and Wiltshire. Who We Are We’ve been building and maintaining properties for our customers in the UK since 2004 Achievements & Accreditations All Trade Property Services is proud to be have the following achievements and accreditations What Our Clients Say We used All Trade Property Services to build our extension last year (they finished 2 weeks before Christmas and a week ahead of schedule). I can't rate them high enough, from start to finish and despite numerous changes to the specification as we went along, the team were courteous, knowledgeable, and professional but never to busy to talk things through. Our thanks to Gareth and his team for a job well done. F McLeod Really happy with the external insulation that has just been completed on the back of my house by All Trade. It has not only made the house so much warmer but has transformed the appear

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Frequently Asked Questions About Excavation Contractors

Find answers to common questions about excavation contractors and hiring excavation professionals in the UK.

How do you protect utilities during excavation?

Protecting buried utilities is paramount during excavation. Here are crucial steps:
  • Utility Locates: Contact your utility companies to mark the locations of underground lines before excavation begins. This is usually a free service.
  • Hand Digging: Excavate carefully by hand near marked utility lines to avoid damage.
  • Potholing: Digging small test holes to expose and verify utility depths and locations.
  • Safe Distances: Maintaining a safe distance between excavation equipment and marked utility lines.
  • Vacuum Excavation: Using vacuum excavation techniques to expose utilities without digging, reducing the risk of damage.
Reputable excavation contractors prioritize utility protection and adhere to safety guidelines to prevent costly and potentially dangerous accidents.

How do you handle soil disposal after excavation?

Responsible soil disposal after excavation is essential. Excavation contractors typically handle it by:
  • Hauling to Designated Disposal Sites: Transporting excavated material to approved landfills or recycling centers.
  • Recycling or Reuse: If suitable, some excavated soil might be recycled for other projects or reused on-site for landscaping or backfilling.
  • Complying with Regulations: Adhering to local and environmental regulations for soil disposal to prevent contamination or illegal dumping.
Discuss disposal plans with your contractor, inquire about recycling options, and ensure they handle waste responsibly.

What is the excavation process?

A typical excavation process involves several key steps:
  1. Planning and Surveying: Defining the excavation area, marking utility lines, and determining the required depth and grade.
  2. Site Preparation: Clearing vegetation, removing obstacles, and ensuring site accessibility.
  3. Excavation: Using appropriate equipment (excavators, backhoes, etc.) to remove earth and create the desired excavation.
  4. Hauling and Disposal: Transporting excavated material to designated disposal sites, complying with environmental regulations.
  5. Backfilling and Compaction: Refilling the excavation with suitable material and compacting it to achieve the required density and stability.
  6. Grading and Finishing: Leveling and shaping the surface to the final grade for landscaping or construction.
The process might vary depending on the project's complexity and specific requirements.

What is the difference between cut and fill excavation?

Cut and fill excavation is a technique for balancing earthwork volumes on a site:
Cut: Involves excavating soil from an area where the existing grade is higher than the desired grade.
Fill: Refers to using the excavated soil ('cut' material) to raise the grade in an area where the existing grade is lower than desired.
This method minimizes the need to import or export soil, reducing costs and environmental impact. It's commonly used for site preparation, road construction, and landscaping.

How do you protect utilities during excavation?

Protecting buried utilities is paramount during excavation. Here are crucial steps:
  • Utility Locates: Contact your utility companies to mark the locations of underground lines before excavation begins. This is usually a free service.
  • Hand Digging: Excavate carefully by hand near marked utility lines to avoid damage.
  • Potholing: Digging small test holes to expose and verify utility depths and locations.
  • Safe Distances: Maintaining a safe distance between excavation equipment and marked utility lines.
  • Vacuum Excavation: Using vacuum excavation techniques to expose utilities without digging, reducing the risk of damage.
Reputable excavation contractors prioritize utility protection and adhere to safety guidelines to prevent costly and potentially dangerous accidents.

How do you handle soil disposal after excavation?

Responsible soil disposal after excavation is essential. Excavation contractors typically handle it by:
  • Hauling to Designated Disposal Sites: Transporting excavated material to approved landfills or recycling centers.
  • Recycling or Reuse: If suitable, some excavated soil might be recycled for other projects or reused on-site for landscaping or backfilling.
  • Complying with Regulations: Adhering to local and environmental regulations for soil disposal to prevent contamination or illegal dumping.
Discuss disposal plans with your contractor, inquire about recycling options, and ensure they handle waste responsibly.

What is the excavation process?

A typical excavation process involves several key steps:
  1. Planning and Surveying: Defining the excavation area, marking utility lines, and determining the required depth and grade.
  2. Site Preparation: Clearing vegetation, removing obstacles, and ensuring site accessibility.
  3. Excavation: Using appropriate equipment (excavators, backhoes, etc.) to remove earth and create the desired excavation.
  4. Hauling and Disposal: Transporting excavated material to designated disposal sites, complying with environmental regulations.
  5. Backfilling and Compaction: Refilling the excavation with suitable material and compacting it to achieve the required density and stability.
  6. Grading and Finishing: Leveling and shaping the surface to the final grade for landscaping or construction.
The process might vary depending on the project's complexity and specific requirements.

What is the difference between cut and fill excavation?

Cut and fill excavation is a technique for balancing earthwork volumes on a site:
Cut: Involves excavating soil from an area where the existing grade is higher than the desired grade.
Fill: Refers to using the excavated soil ('cut' material) to raise the grade in an area where the existing grade is lower than desired.
This method minimizes the need to import or export soil, reducing costs and environmental impact. It's commonly used for site preparation, road construction, and landscaping.