# Builders Newcastle > Builders Newcastle is a local building company providing residential and commercial building, renovation, property improvement and repair services across Newcastle upon Tyne, Tynemouth and nearby areas. Services include home extensions, loft and garage conversions, kitchen and bathroom renovations, joinery, plastering and rendering, building repairs and maintenance, commercial refurbishment, and general building and project management. Key facts: - Main service areas: Newcastle upon Tyne and Tynemouth, plus nearby parts of Tyne and Wear and south-east Northumberland (see Areas covered) - Phone: 07960 485 880 - Website: https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/ - Residential and commercial building work, renovations, extensions, conversions and property repairs - From small repairs to larger building projects; scope and arrangements are agreed before work starts ## Services - [Home Extensions](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/house-extensions/): Add valuable living space to your property with a carefully planned home extension. Whether you are considering a larger kitchen, an additional room or a more open layout, we can help bring your ideas together. - [Loft Conversions](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/loft-conversions/): Make better use of the space above your home. A loft conversion can transform an underused area into a bedroom, office or flexible living space. - [Garage Conversions](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/garage-conversions/): Turn an existing garage into practical, comfortable space for your household, whether that's a home office, hobby room or additional living accommodation. - [Kitchen Renovations & Fitting](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/kitchen-renovations/): Create a kitchen that suits your home and everyday routine, with attention to installation, layout, finishes and the details that make the room work. - [Bathroom Installations](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/bathroom-installations/): Refresh or completely renovate your bathroom with carefully coordinated installation and finishing work. - [Joinery & Carpentry](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/joinery-carpentry/): From internal doors and skirting boards to flooring, timber features and general joinery, well-executed woodwork makes a real difference to a property's finish. - [Building Repairs & Maintenance](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/building-repairs-maintenance/): Keep your residential or commercial property in good condition with reliable building maintenance, repairs and practical improvement work. - [Plastering, Rendering & Decorating](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/plastering-rendering-decorating/): Improve the appearance and condition of interior and exterior surfaces with plastering, rendering, painting and decorating services. - [Commercial Refurbishment](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/commercial-refurbishment/): Improve the appearance, layout and functionality of commercial premises with building refurbishment and repair services tailored to the property. - [General Building & Project Management](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/project-management/): From coordinating trades to overseeing different stages of building work, effective project management helps bring multiple tasks together. - [Structural Crack Stitching](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/structural-crack-stitching/): Cracks in brickwork and stonework can be cosmetic or a sign of movement. Crack stitching ties the masonry back together so the wall can carry load again. - [Cavity Wall Tie Replacement](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/cavity-wall-tie-replacement/): Wall ties hold the inner and outer leaves of a cavity wall together. When they corrode or fail, the outer wall can crack, bulge or lose stability. - [Bowing & Bulging Wall Repairs](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/bowing-and-bulging-wall-repairs/): A wall that bows outwards or leans is under stress and needs proper assessment. The right repair depends on why the wall has moved and how far. - [Lintel Replacement & Repairs](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/lintel-replacement-and-repairs/): A lintel carries the wall above a window or door. When it rusts, rots, cracks or sags, the brickwork above can crack and move. - [Structural Steel Beam Installation (RSJ)](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/structural-steel-beam-installation/): Steel beams make it possible to remove or open up load-bearing walls safely. The beam must be designed and installed correctly to carry the loads above. - [Traditional Lime Mortar Repointing](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/traditional-lime-mortar-repointing/): Older buildings were built with lime mortar, which behaves very differently from modern cement. Repointing in the right material protects the building. - [Victorian Brickwork Restoration](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/victorian-brickwork-restoration/): Victorian brickwork gives Tyneside streets their character. Restoring it takes the right bricks, the right mortar and care not to damage what is original. - [Stone Window Sill Restoration](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/stone-window-sill-restoration/): Stone sills shed water away from the wall below. When they crack, erode or sit wrongly, water gets into the masonry and the window frame. - [Decorative Stone Cornice Repairs](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/decorative-stone-cornice-repairs/): Stone cornices crown many older buildings. Because they are high up and exposed, defects can lead to falling stone and water getting into the wall below. - [Heritage Chimney Stack Restoration](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/heritage-chimney-stack-restoration/): Chimney stacks are among the most exposed parts of a house. Restoring them properly protects the roof and keeps a period property looking right. - [Basement Tanking & Waterproofing](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/basement-tanking-and-waterproofing/): Cellars and basements sit below ground, where water pressure and moisture are constant. Tanking and waterproofing make the space dry and usable. - [Cellar Floor Lowering](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/cellar-floor-lowering/): Many older cellars have too little headroom to be useful. Lowering the floor can turn them into proper rooms, but the work needs careful structural control. - [Subfloor Ventilation Improvements](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/subfloor-ventilation-improvements/): Suspended timber floors need air moving beneath them. Poor ventilation lets moisture build up and puts floor timbers at risk of decay. - [Underground Drainage Repairs](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/underground-drainage-repairs/): Faulty drains can cause damp, subsidence and unpleasant odours. Repairing them protects both the property and the ground around it. - [Timber Floor Joist Restoration](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/timber-floor-joist-restoration/): Rotten or weakened floor joists cause bouncing, sagging floors and can be a safety risk. Restoring them means fixing the cause as well as the timber. - [Parapet Wall Rebuilding](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/parapet-wall-rebuilding/): Parapet walls are exposed on every side. When they leak, crack or lean, water gets into the roof and the structure below. - [Bay Window Roof Restoration](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/bay-window-roof-restoration/): The small roof over a bay window is easy to overlook, yet leaks here can damage plaster, window frames and the timber structure beneath. - [External Concrete Staircase Construction](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/external-concrete-staircase-construction/): A well-built concrete staircase gives safe, durable access on sloping sites and to raised doors, upper floors and rear yards. - [Retaining Wall Construction & Repairs](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/retaining-wall-construction-and-repairs/): A retaining wall holds back soil, and the forces involved are larger than many people expect. Design, drainage and construction all need care. - [Boundary Wall Rebuilding](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/boundary-wall-rebuilding/): Boundary walls mark your property and give privacy, but they are exposed to weather and often built on shallow footings. Rebuilding gives a safe, lasting result. - [Lead Flashing Replacement](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/lead-flashing-replacement/): Flashings seal the junctions where a roof meets a wall, chimney or window. When they fail, water gets in, often well away from where it enters. - [Dormer Window Structural Repairs](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/dormer-window-structural-repairs/): Dormers add light and headroom to loft rooms, but they are built from small timber sections that can rot and sag if they leak. - [Roof Valley Repairs](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/roof-valley-repairs/): A valley carries a lot of rainwater where two roof slopes meet. It is a common source of leaks if the lining or the covering has failed. - [Roof Timber Strengthening](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/roof-timber-strengthening/): The roof structure carries the weight of the covering, snow and wind loads. Weak or damaged timbers can make the whole roof sag or spread. - [Flat Roof Upstand & Abutment Repairs](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/flat-roof-upstand-and-abutment-repairs/): Most flat roof leaks start at the edges and junctions, not in the middle. Upstands and abutments need to be right for the roof to stay watertight. - [Commercial Mezzanine Floor Installation](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/commercial-mezzanine-floor-installation/): A mezzanine floor makes use of unused height in a commercial building, adding storage, office or retail space without moving premises. - [Shopfront Structural Alterations](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/shopfront-structural-alterations/): Changing a shopfront often means altering the structure above it. Getting the supports right keeps the building stable while you open up the frontage. - [Warehouse Concrete Floor Repairs](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/warehouse-concrete-floor-repairs/): Industrial floors take heavy traffic and loads. Cracks, broken joints and worn surfaces slow operations and can become a safety risk. - [Commercial Fire Compartmentation Works](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/commercial-fire-compartmentation-works/): Compartmentation divides a building into fire-resisting sections to slow the spread of fire and smoke. It only works if the barriers are complete. - [Industrial Partition Wall Installation](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/industrial-partition-wall-installation/): Partition walls divide open industrial space into offices, stores, workshops and separate units. The right construction depends on strength, fire and acoustic needs. - [Disabled Access Ramp Construction](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/disabled-access-ramp-construction/): A well-designed ramp lets wheelchair users, people with limited mobility and carers reach the front or rear door safely and independently. - [Doorway Widening for Wheelchair Access](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/doorway-widening-for-wheelchair-access/): Standard internal doorways in older homes are often too narrow for a wheelchair. Widening them means altering the wall carefully and supporting what is above. - [Level-Access Entrance Construction](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/level-access-entrance-construction/): A level-access entrance removes steps entirely, so everyone can move in and out easily. Done well, it must still keep water out of the building. - [Accessible Bathroom Structural Adaptations](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/accessible-bathroom-structural-adaptations/): Making a bathroom accessible is often a building job as well as a fitting job: floors, walls, drainage and door openings may all need to change. - [Ground-Floor Bedroom Conversions](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/ground-floor-bedroom-conversions/): Where stairs are no longer manageable, a ground-floor bedroom lets someone stay at home. The conversion has to meet building rules as well as personal needs. - [Spalled Brick Replacement](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/spalled-brick-replacement/): Spalling is when the face of a brick flakes or blows away. Left alone it exposes softer brick beneath, and the damage speeds up. - [Concrete Spalling Repairs](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/concrete-spalling-repairs/): Spalling concrete is usually a sign that the steel reinforcement inside is rusting. Proper repair treats the steel as well as patching the surface. - [Decorative Brick Arch Restoration](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/decorative-brick-arch-restoration/): Brick arches are both decoration and structure. When they slip, crack or lose bricks, the opening they carry is at risk. - [Concrete Balcony Repairs](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/concrete-balcony-repairs/): Balconies are exposed on all sides and carry people, so corrosion and cracking should be taken seriously and dealt with promptly. - [Failed Mortar Joint Restoration](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/failed-mortar-joint-restoration/): Crumbling or missing mortar lets water into the wall. Restoring the joints protects the brickwork and keeps the building weathertight. - [Salt-Damaged Masonry Repairs](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/salt-damaged-masonry-repairs/): Salts carried in water crystallise inside brick and stone, breaking the surface apart. Coastal properties are particularly at risk. - [Wind-Damaged Gable Wall Repairs](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/wind-damaged-gable-wall-repairs/): Gable walls rise high and stand clear of the roof, so strong winds test them hard. Damage should be made safe quickly and repaired properly. - [Coastal Render Repairs](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/coastal-render-repairs/): Render on coastal houses faces salt, wind and driving rain. When it cracks or blows, it lets water in behind and the damage spreads. - [Rainwater Penetration Remedial Works](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/rainwater-penetration-remedial-works/): Penetrating damp comes from rain getting through the building envelope. Finding the real entry point is the key to fixing it for good. - [Storm-Damaged Brickwork Rebuilding](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/storm-damaged-brickwork-rebuilding/): Storms can bring down chimneys, walls and parapets or loosen brickwork. Quick make-safe work is followed by careful rebuilding. - [Internal Courtyard Enclosures](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/internal-courtyard-enclosures/): Small internal courtyards and light wells can be enclosed to add usable space, if daylight, drainage and ventilation are handled properly. - [Under-Stairs Structural Reconfiguration](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/under-stairs-structural-reconfiguration/): The space under the stairs is often awkward. Reconfiguring it can unlock a WC, storage, a cellar entrance or a more open hallway, but stairs are structural. - [Garage Floor Levelling & Damp Protection](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/garage-floor-levelling-and-damp-protection/): Garage floors are often uneven, cracked and damp. Levelling and damp-proofing makes them more usable, and is essential if you plan to convert. - [Outbuilding Conversion & Restoration](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/outbuilding-conversion-and-restoration/): Old outhouses, stores and stables can be repaired and brought back into use as workrooms, studios, annexes or storage, if the structure is sound. - [Old Doorway & Window Opening Alterations](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/old-doorway-and-window-opening-alterations/): Openings in old walls can be blocked up, widened or reformed, but the masonry above must always be supported and the wall made good properly. ## Information - [Builders in Newcastle upon Tyne & Tynemouth](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/): Builders Newcastle provides residential and commercial building, renovations, extensions and property repairs across Newcastle upon Tyne and Tynemouth. - [Our Building Services](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/services/): Extensions, loft and garage conversions, kitchens, bathrooms, joinery, plastering, repairs and commercial refurbishment across Newcastle and Tynemouth. - [Residential Building](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/residential-building/): Residential building and home improvements in Newcastle upon Tyne and Tynemouth: extensions, conversions, kitchens, bathrooms, renovations and repairs. - [Commercial Building](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/commercial-building/): Commercial building, refurbishment, repairs and maintenance for shops, offices and business premises in Newcastle upon Tyne and Tynemouth. Talk to us. - [Project Gallery](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/projects/): See building projects by Builders Newcastle: home renovations, extensions and conversions, kitchens and bathrooms, commercial work and property repairs. - [Areas We Cover](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas-we-cover/): Builders Newcastle works across Newcastle upon Tyne and Tynemouth, plus nearby areas including North Shields, Whitley Bay, Wallsend, Jesmond and Gosforth. - [Customer Reviews](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/reviews/): Read genuine reviews from Builders Newcastle customers in Newcastle upon Tyne and Tynemouth, or leave your own review of the building work we carried out. - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/faqs/): Answers to common questions about working with Builders Newcastle: small repairs, commercial work, extensions, conversions, quotes and the areas we cover. - [Contact / Get a Quote](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/contact/): Call Builders Newcastle on 07960 485 880 or send your project details and photos. Building, renovation and repairs in Newcastle upon Tyne and Tynemouth. - [About Builders Newcastle](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/about/): Builders Newcastle is a local building company helping homeowners, landlords and businesses across Newcastle upon Tyne and Tynemouth. 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Find the right repair service. ## Areas covered - [Newcastle upon Tyne](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/newcastle-upon-tyne/) - [Tynemouth](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/tynemouth/) - [Jesmond](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/jesmond/) - [Fenham](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/fenham/) - [Heaton](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/heaton/) - [Gateshead](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/gateshead/) - [Gosforth](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/gosforth/) - [Whickham](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/whickham/) - [Wallsend](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/wallsend/) - [Newcastle Great Park](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/newcastle-great-park/) - [Hebburn](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/hebburn/) - [Wideopen](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/wideopen/) - [Killingworth](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/killingworth/) - [Jarrow](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/jarrow/) - [Ponteland & Darras Hall](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/ponteland/) - [North Shields](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/north-shields/) - [Cramlington](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/cramlington/) - [Monkseaton](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/monkseaton/) - [Whitley Bay](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/whitley-bay/) - [Cullercoats](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/cullercoats/) - [Blyth](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/blyth/) - [Corbridge](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/corbridge/) - [Hexham](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/areas/hexham/) ## Frequently asked questions - **Do you undertake small building repairs?** Yes, we can discuss a wide variety of property repairs and smaller improvement projects. Tell us what needs attention and we'll explain whether we can help. - **Do you work on commercial buildings?** Yes. We undertake residential and commercial building work, including refurbishment, repairs and property improvements. - **Do you cover Tynemouth?** Yes. Tynemouth is one of our main service areas, alongside Newcastle upon Tyne. - **Can you help with home extensions and conversions?** Home extensions, loft conversions and garage conversions are among the building services we offer. Contact us to discuss your property and what you'd like to achieve. - **How can I request a quote?** Call Builders Newcastle on 07960 485 880 or complete our website enquiry form with details of your project. - **Can I send photographs of the work required?** Yes. The enquiry form lets you attach photographs, which help us understand the property and the work you have in mind. - **Which areas do you cover?** Our main areas are Newcastle upon Tyne and Tynemouth. We also help customers in nearby areas such as North Shields, Whitley Bay, Cullercoats, Wallsend, Jesmond, Gosforth and Heaton. See the areas we cover page, or contact us to check your location. - **Do you work in Gateshead and Northumberland?** We help customers in some nearby parts of Gateshead, South Tyneside and south-east Northumberland. Contact us with your location and project and we will tell you whether we can help. - **Do I need planning permission?** It depends on the work and the property. Many single-storey rear extensions, loft conversions and internal alterations to houses can be done under permitted development, but flats, listed buildings and properties in conservation areas have tighter rules. We can talk through what is likely to… - **Do I need building regulations approval?** Most extensions, loft and garage conversions, structural alterations and changes to drainage or fire safety need building regulations approval. It is separate from planning permission. We explain what your project will need before work starts. - **What is the Party Wall Act?** The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies when work affects a wall shared with a neighbour, or involves digging foundations close to a neighbour's building. Notices may need to be served before work starts. GOV.UK has a guide to party walls. - **Can I stay at home while the work is done?** For most projects, yes. We plan the order of work with you to keep the house as usable as possible and agree how access, deliveries and tidying up will be handled. ## Blog - [Rear dormer or rooflight loft conversion: which suits your home?](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/blog/rear-dormer-or-rooflight-loft-conversion-which-suits-your-home/): Deciding between a rear dormer and rooflight loft conversion? This guide explains headroom, light, planning, costs and suitability for Newcastle and coastal homes so you can… - [Side-return extensions for Tyneside terraces: what to consider](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/blog/side-return-extensions-for-tyneside-terraces-what-to-consider/): Practical guide to planning side-return extensions for Tyneside terraces — legal checks, structural considerations, daylight, coastal care, period features and managing the build… - [How Much Does a House Extension Cost in Newcastle?](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/blog/how-much-does-a-house-extension-cost-in-newcastle/): Published 2026 price ranges for extensions in the North East, the fees to budget for, and the factors that make the biggest difference to what your project costs. - [Planning a Loft Conversion in Newcastle upon Tyne](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/blog/planning-a-loft-conversion-in-newcastle-upon-tyne/): How to tell whether your loft is suitable, the types of conversion that suit Newcastle houses, and the permissions you are likely to need. - [Garage Conversion Ideas for North East Homes](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/blog/garage-conversion-ideas-for-north-east-homes/): From a home office to a ground-floor bedroom, practical ideas for turning a garage into usable space, and what to check before you start. - [Common Building Repairs for Older Newcastle Properties](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/blog/common-building-repairs-for-older-newcastle-properties/): The repairs we see most often in Victorian and Edwardian terraces, Tyneside flats and inter-war houses, and how to deal with them properly. - [What to Ask Before Hiring a Builder](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/blog/what-to-ask-before-hiring-a-builder/): A practical checklist of questions to ask any builder before you agree to work, so you can compare quotes fairly and avoid surprises. - [Renovating a Property in Tynemouth: What to Consider](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/blog/renovating-a-property-in-tynemouth-what-to-consider/): Conservation rules, coastal weather, period features and access: what to think about before renovating a house or flat in Tynemouth. - [How to Plan a Home Renovation Without Unnecessary Stress](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/blog/how-to-plan-a-home-renovation-without-unnecessary-stress/): Practical steps to plan a renovation that runs smoothly: priorities, budget, order of work, permissions and living with the builders. - [Commercial Property Maintenance: A Practical Checklist](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/blog/commercial-property-maintenance-a-practical-checklist/): A simple checklist to help business owners and landlords keep commercial premises safe, presentable and in good repair. ## Optional - [Full text version](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/llms-full.txt) - [Sitemap](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/sitemap.xml) - [Contact](https://buildersnewcastle.co.uk/contact/)