Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Partner in Cumbria
Atkinson Building Contractors have been delivering comprehensive construction solutions across Cumbria for over four decades. Our multidisciplinary teams specialise in new builds, renovations, and property maintenance, supported by a workforce of nearly 100 skilled tradespeople. We operate as a one-stop shop for domestic and commercial clients, offering integrated services including electrical installations, plumbing, heating systems, and design-build projects. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our industry accreditations and the numerous awards we have received for excellence in homebuilding.We prioritise transparent communication, providing free expert advice and detailed project planning to ensure client expectations are consistently exceeded. With offices in Penrith and Keswick, we combine local expertise with national standards, maintaining strong relationships with approved subcontractors to deliver complex projects safely and responsibly. Our reputation for exceptional workmanship has been built through decades of repeat business and personal recommendations, reflecting our dedication to customer satisfaction and environmental stewardship.
Services
Building Contractors
Electrical Contractors
Plumbing and Heating
Property for Sale
Design-Build Projects
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in Cumbrian construction projects
- Our local workforce of 100+ skilled tradespeople ensures reliable service delivery
- NICEIC-approved electrical contractors guarantee regulatory compliance
- Integrated design-build approach streamlines complex construction projects
- Proven track record of award-winning residential and commercial developments
Associations and certifications
- NICEIC
What people say
Exceptional workmanship
Tidy and organised sites
Transparent costing
Professional teams
High-quality finishes
Services
Building Contractors
Atkinson Building Contractors deliver comprehensive construction solutions for domestic and commercial sectors. Our services include new builds, renovations, extensions, and property maintenance across Cumbria. With nearly 100 skilled tradespeople and 40+ years' experience, we handle projects from initial design through to completion, ensuring regulatory compliance and exceptional workmanship standards.
Electrical Contractors
NICEIC-approved electrical contractors providing full installation and maintenance services. We handle domestic and commercial projects ranging from socket replacements to complete wiring of new developments. Our certified electricians offer safety inspections, emergency repairs, and energy-efficient lighting solutions while guaranteeing Part P compliance with official certification for all completed work.
Plumbing and Heating
Comprehensive plumbing and heating solutions covering gas, oil, and renewable energy systems. Our registered engineers install and maintain central heating, bathrooms, and energy-efficient systems while offering expert advice on funding opportunities. With 20+ years' local experience, we provide emergency boiler repairs and complete system upgrades across Cumbria.
Property for Sale
Award-winning residential developments featuring luxury apartments and bespoke houses. Our properties combine modern design with traditional craftsmanship, offering energy-efficient specifications tailored to individual buyer requirements. Available across prestigious locations in Cumbria, each development benefits from our integrated construction expertise and local knowledge.
Design-Build Projects
Integrated design and build solutions from concept to completion. We manage planning applications, building regulations, and construction phases under one contract, reducing client risk and ensuring cohesive project delivery. This approach applies to both residential developments and commercial refurbishments across public and private sectors.
Questions
What construction services do you offer in Cumbria?
We provide building, electrical, plumbing, and heating services alongside new home developments and design-build projects across Cumbria and surrounding areas.
Are your electricians officially certified?
Yes, our electrical division is NICEIC-approved with certified electricians who provide Part P compliance documentation for all installations.
Do you handle both domestic and commercial projects?
We specialise in both sectors, offering new builds, renovations, and maintenance services for residential and business clients throughout Cumbria.
How do you ensure project quality and safety?
With 40+ years' experience, we maintain strict quality control through our skilled workforce, industry accreditations, and adherence to health & safety regulations on every project.
Can you assist with planning and regulatory approvals?
Yes, our design-build service includes managing planning applications and building regulation approvals as part of our comprehensive construction solutions.
What areas do you cover beyond Cumbria?
While based in Penrith and Keswick, we regularly undertake projects throughout the North West region beyond Cumbria's borders.
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Sarah Graham
Apr 21, 2021
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Atkinson Builders created a home for my husband & I in 2017 and we couldn't be happier. Being involved from the beginning, we were able to adjust some of the internal layout features & really create the house of our dreams within the budget we were able. Four years in and we're still in touch with the team for our annual boiler service! The customer service has been outstanding from start to finish... We won't be moving from here any time soon but if we were to make another move, I would happily make it another Atkinson Home!
Linda Gilbert
Mar 09, 2021
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Never have we had such indifferent builders, I rang and said we needed dusk to dawn outside lights, and our sitting room walls plastered, the electrical manager came out, he emailed the quote which we accepted, then heard nothing, we waited until the New Year 2021, and emailed him, he blamed "covid" for not replying to our email!. He came out the following week and fitted two outside lights,(nothing about the plastering until I asked)
This had been going on four months, the outside lights as Atkinson's knew were important as we run a rescue center and needed lights. In the end I emailed and
This had been going on four months, the outside lights as Atkinson's knew were important as we run a rescue center and needed lights. In the end I emailed and
Michelle Stevens
Aug 16, 2020
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The day to day management of our works were superb (double garage conversion and new single garage construction). The onsite supervisor consulted with us regularly, ensuring that even the smallest detail was completed as we expected and to our satisfaction. I would recommend Atkinsons without hesitation.
