Business Details
41 Years
experience
Trusted Construction & Renovation Services in Ambleside
Established in 1985, Barlow Construction & Renovation Construction & Renovation has evolved from a family-run enterprise into a trusted provider of comprehensive construction solutions. Our expertise spans domestic, commercial, and industrial projects, including new builds, renovations, extensions, and repairs. With a team of 20 full-time tradesmen, we deliver seamless integration of plumbing, electrical, joinery, and masonry services, prioritising minimal disruption to clients. Accredited by CHAS, SafeContractor, and other industry bodies, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern practices to ensure compliance and quality.Our portfolio includes listed building restorations, utility partnerships, and luxury residential transformations, supported by a no-nonsense guarantee on all work. Client testimonials highlight our professionalism, technical expertise, and commitment to resolving challenges efficiently. We serve the North of England, offering free consultations to tailor solutions for each project's unique requirements.
Services
Home Extensions
New Builds
Commercial Refurbishments
Industrial Labour
Roofing
Kitchen Fitting
Bathroom Renovations
Stone Restoration
Plumbing
Electrical Services
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We are a family-run business with 39 years of continuous operation in the construction industry.
- Our team of 20 full-time tradesmen ensures end-to-end project delivery without subcontracting.
- We hold accreditations from eight major industry bodies, including CHAS and SafeContractor.
- Our portfolio includes listed building restorations and partnerships with national corporations.
- We provide free consultations and fixed-price project breakdowns for complete transparency.
Associations and certifications
- CHAS
- SafeContractor
- CSS
- Achilles
- NHBC
- Construction line
- FMB
- Altius
- Safe Trader Scheme
What people say
High quality workmanship
Polite and courteous
Excellent in every respect
Seamless project execution
Exceptional work
Services
Home Extensions
We design and construct custom home extensions that maximise space while maintaining structural integrity. Our projects include single and double-storey additions, basement developments, and garden-facing extensions with light-optimising features. Clients benefit from our multidisciplinary team's ability to complete projects seamlessly from planning to final decoration.
Commercial Refurbishments
Our commercial refurbishment service covers office fit-outs, retail space upgrades, and corporate building renovations. We work with blue-chip companies and national corporations to deliver modernised spaces that meet operational requirements while minimising business disruption through phased project execution.
Industrial Labour
We provide skilled industrial labour for large-scale projects including fabrication, tunnelling works, and electrical fit-outs. Our team's expertise extends to utility client partnerships and complex infrastructure projects requiring coordinated delivery of multiple trades.
Roofing
Our roofing services include GRP flat roofing, traditional tile replacement, and structural roof repairs. We utilise specialist materials and techniques to ensure weatherproofing while maintaining aesthetic consistency with original building designs.
Kitchen Fitting
We offer complete kitchen installation services featuring bespoke joinery, plumbing integration, and electrical fitting. Our projects include full renovations and new installations, delivered with attention to both functionality and design aesthetics.
People
Ian Barlow
Director
With over 35 years in construction, Ian transitioned from joiner to director, gaining expertise in all trades. He oversees operations, maintains client relationships, and ensures project quality while retaining a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
Questions
What types of construction projects do you specialise in?
We specialise in domestic, commercial, and industrial projects including new builds, renovations, extensions, and repairs across the North of England.
Are you accredited by industry safety standards?
Yes, we hold CHAS, SafeContractor, and multiple other accreditations ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
How do you handle listed building renovations?
We are approved contractors for listed buildings, combining traditional techniques with modern compliance requirements for sensitive restorations.
Can you accommodate urgent project requirements?
While we don't offer emergency services, our team provides rapid response to time-sensitive requests within scheduled working hours.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout the North of England, with primary bases in Cumbria and Chorley.
Reviews (2)
Pip Fry
Aug 15, 2021
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Highly recommend Barlows Construction. Definitely 5 out 5. My Kitchen extension looks amazing both inside and out. The lads are incredibly hard working, professional and reliable. As the customer the project was completely stress free, any demolition & building complications dealt with quickly and efficiently by the Barlows team. The lads take great pride in the quality of their work and the end result shows in their stunning craftsmanship
Definitely worth the wait for Barlows Construction!
Definitely worth the wait for Barlows Construction!
Val Pearson
Apr 07, 2019
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Huge thanks to Ian Barlow, David & Dean from Barlow Construction for a fantastic new garage roof. From start to finish they were totally professional, friendly & a joy to have working at our home. After the… trauma & upset of being ripped off by a ‘cowboy builder’ who left the roof in an unsightly, hazardous state we are beyond delighted with the work now done. Barlow Construction - simply the best!
