in Brentwood, Chelmsford, and the Essex Area
Be it a historic church, a listed home or a commercial property, we can perform listed building renovations and the repairs you need. As a family-run team, Punch Construction Ltd consists of builders and renovation specialists who adore old-world features and will work sympathetically to maintain them across Brentwood, Braintree, Chelmsford, Colchester, Maldon and the surrounding areas.
With over 250 years of shared experience and the use of proven techniques, our specialist craftsmen and builders are the perfect choice for historic renovations, listed building repairs and church works. Conservation officers, local authorities and prestige homeowners come to us for listed building renovations because we ensure a high-quality finish, with locally sourced materials that retain the charm of these historic builds.
Our listed building repairs service covers Chelmsford, Brentwood, Colchester, Braintree, Maldon and the surrounding regions. Beyond simply maintaining these properties, we can also fully restore them and install newer technologies without compromising their original features. This includes everything from framing and woodwork to roofs and insulation.
You can rely on us for the following services:
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Listed building repairs
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Listed building renovations
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Sympathetic oak restoration
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New oak framed structures
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Traditional lath and plastering
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Lime mortar brickwork
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Bespoke carpentry and joinery
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Stone repairs, roofing and more
The Reliable Choice for Church Work
We have worked on countless churches, cathedrals and ancient monuments throughout London, Essex and the South East of England. Covering everything from quinquennial repairs, complete M&E upgrades, strong repairs, timber repairs, all lead work and traditional lime plastering to any bespoke requirements. We have even installed an organ weighing in at over 6 tons on a 12-foot mezzanine floor.
All works are carried out by our highly skilled craftsmen and builders, many of whom have been with us since leaving school and complete their full apprenticeships. On top of that, we have managed to instil the traditional skills that have been passed down the generations that are just no longer taught.
Listed properties in Essex fall under one of three categories. Grade I builds are of exceptional interest, such as cathedrals and towers, Grade II* properties hold more than special interest, while those in Grade II demand a specific approach to preserve them. Most listed buildings fall under this final grade, but we can assist with any property type, no matter its restrictions.
Working With a Sympathetic Approach
Specialising in church work and listed building repairs, we know what sets historic properties apart and will work accordingly. Our creative specialists, craftsmen and builders can help you apply for listed building consent, which is a vital step required by your local authority. We source traditional lime, oak, plaster and other materials commonly seen in historic builds, and even work with hand tools for areas that need special care.
While listed building repairs must consider old-world charm, listed building renovations should also improve the property’s condition for future use. We know this better than most and undertake a bespoke carpentry service for listed properties across Chelmsford, Brentwood, Colchester, Braintree, Maldon and the surrounding areas.
The First Choice for Listed Building Renovations
You can’t just change an old installation to something more widely available. Instead, listed building renovations must provide extra strength, security and energy efficiency without impacting the look of the build. Whether it’s a chapel with an oak staircase and traditional brickwork or a house in need of handcrafted beams, our specialised builders carry out listed building repairs to the agreed schedule and with excellent attention to detail.
We take charge of listed building renovations, restorations and repair projects alike. Our family-run company can manage the project on your behalf, blending function and aesthetics for unrivalled success. We also extend our services to modern property renovations and refurbishments.
