Trusted Local Builders and Bricklayers in Staines Serving Surrey
Whether you need a damaged wall repaired, a new porch built, your home extended or your garden transformed with a new patio or driveway, Nelhams & Sons has been helping homeowners and businesses in Staines, Surrey and South West London with skilled building and bricklaying since 1977.
If you’re looking for fair pricing, clear communication and an experienced building company that takes pride in doing the job properly, we’d love to hear about your project.
Recent building and bricklaying projects we’ve completed
A selection of recent work completed by the Nelhams & Sons family team, including building, brickwork, landscaping and exterior improvements across Staines, Surrey and South West London.
A reputation built over decades
For more than 45 years, Nelhams & Sons has built its reputation on skilled workmanship, honest pricing, clear communication and turning up when promised. It’s why so much of our work comes from recommendations and returning customers.
Whether the job is a repair, a new porch, an extension, a driveway or a full renovation, you can expect the same professional approach from first quote to final handover.
“Clean, tidy, caring, reliable and friendly. They are great at what they do.”
Phil Ollive – multiple projects
Building, brickwork and groundwork services in Staines
From a garden wall or repair to a full extension or new build, Nelhams & Sons can manage suitable local projects of all sizes. Explore the complete range of services below.
Building and home improvement
Complete building projects managed by the family team, including extensions, loft conversions, new builds and structural work.
House extensions
Add well-planned living space that works naturally with your existing home.
Loft conversions
Turn unused roof space into a practical and carefully finished room.
New builds
Complete new-build construction with one experienced team managing the work.
Carpentry
Structural and bespoke carpentry delivered in partnership with LC Carpentry.
Brickwork, masonry and exterior improvements
Skilled brickwork and carefully finished outdoor improvements for homes throughout Staines and the wider Spelthorne area.
Brickwork & masonry
New brickwork and alterations completed with a neat, accurate finish.
Brick repairs
Repair cracked, loose, spalled and damaged brickwork with carefully matched replacement bricks and mortar.
Chimney repairs
Chimney repairs, repointing, rebuilding, leadwork and replacement pots completed from scaffold to final roof finish.
Brick walls & garden walls
Strong, well-proportioned walls designed to suit the property and garden.
Pointing & repointing
Restore weathered mortar and protect the appearance and integrity of brickwork.
Stonemasonry
Careful stone construction and repairs for durable, characterful results.
Patios
Well-prepared, accurately laid patios designed for everyday use and lasting appeal.
Driveways
Practical, attractive driveways completed with careful preparation and detailing.
Hard landscaping
Paths, paved areas and structural garden improvements built to last.
Fencing
Secure, neatly installed fencing to define and improve your outdoor space.
Jet washing
Professional exterior cleaning for paving, patios, driveways and hard surfaces.
Groundworks, drainage, foundations and concrete
The essential groundwork behind safe, stable construction, from site preparation and drainage through to foundations and concrete work.
Setting out
Accurate site positioning, levels and measurements before construction begins.
Excavation & groundworks
Site preparation and excavation for building, landscaping and structural projects.
Drainage
Drainage installation and improvements coordinated with the surrounding groundwork.
Foundations
Carefully excavated and constructed foundations that give your project the right structural start.
Concrete
Concrete bases, slabs, footings, oversites and structural concrete work for building projects.
Not sure which service your project falls under? Describe what you need in the enquiry form. The team will review it and advise you on the most suitable next step.
A clear route from first enquiry to final handover
You do not need to have every detail worked out. Tell the team what you are considering and they will help you understand the practical next step.
Tell us about your project
Complete the enquiry form with a brief description of the work. The team aims to respond within 24 hours.
Receive practical advice and a clear quote
The project is properly assessed, your questions are answered and you receive a free, no-obligation quotation.
Your project is managed through to completion
The family team completes and oversees the work, keeps you updated and leaves the site tidy each day.
Why our clients tell us they wish they’d done it sooner
Building work can feel like a big step, but most customers find the process more straightforward than expected and the finished result well worth the temporary disruption.
Fair, transparent quotations
You receive a clear breakdown of the work and costs, so you know what is included before the project begins.
A start date you can plan around
The schedule is agreed clearly, giving you time to prepare and a realistic understanding of how the work will progress.
Regular updates throughout
You are kept informed as the project moves forward, so you are not left wondering what is happening next.
Respect for your home
The work area is kept organised and tidy, helping to keep unnecessary disruption to a minimum.
Skilled workmanship built to last
Careful attention is given to the structure, materials and finish so the completed work looks right and performs properly.
A result you will enjoy for years
The disruption is temporary, but the extra space, improved appearance and practical benefits continue long after the work is complete.
Builders and bricklayers serving Staines, Surrey & South West London
Nelhams & Sons is based in Staines and provides building, bricklaying, brickwork, groundwork and home improvement services across Surrey and South West London. From smaller repairs and garden walls to extensions, renovations and larger building projects, the family team considers suitable projects throughout the wider area.
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Experienced, fully insured and independently verified
The team combines more than 45 years of local building experience with independent accreditation and professional insurance.
Which? Trusted Trader
Best Surrey Business Award
Nelhams & Sons is also fully insured and DBS checked. These credentials support the standards the family team follows on every project: honest advice, dependable communication and skilled, respectful workmanship.
Tell your local building specialists what you are looking for
Whether you have a clear plan or are still working out the best approach, tell Nelhams & Sons what you are looking for. The family team will review your project and come back to you with practical advice and the next steps.
Request your free quote
Tell us what work you are considering and where the property is located. Include as much or as little detail as you currently have.
FAQs
A few straightforward answers before you decide whether to request a quote.
What building and bricklaying services does Nelhams & Sons specialise in?
Nelhams & Sons works on everything from brick repairs, repointing and garden walls to house extensions, loft conversions, renovations, new builds and groundworks across Staines, Surrey and South West London.
Building services include house extensions, loft conversions, renovations, new-build construction, foundations, drainage, excavation and groundworks.
Bricklaying and masonry services include new brickwork, brick repairs, garden and boundary walls, pointing and repointing, chimney repairs and rebuilding, stonemasonry and structural brickwork.
Nelhams & Sons also carries out patios, driveways, hard landscaping, fencing and other exterior improvements for homes and suitable commercial properties.
Is Nelhams & Sons a local builder and bricklayer in Staines?
Nelhams & Sons is a family-run builder and bricklayer based in Staines, Surrey, and has been carrying out building and brickwork projects since 1977.
The business is run by Dave, Robert and Jack, with members of the family team directly involved in projects from the initial quotation through to completion.
Although based in Staines, Nelhams & Sons works on suitable building and bricklaying projects throughout Surrey and South West London.
What is the difference between a builder and a bricklayer?
A bricklayer specialises in constructing and repairing brick, block and masonry work, while a builder can manage a broader range of construction work and different trades.
Bricklaying can include garden walls, structural brickwork, extensions, repointing, brick repairs and chimney work. A general builder may also undertake foundations, drainage, structural alterations, renovations and complete construction projects.
Nelhams & Sons works as both a builder and bricklayer, allowing the family team to undertake individual brickwork jobs as well as larger construction projects across Staines and Surrey.
How much do builders and bricklayers in Staines charge?
Building and bricklaying costs depend on the type of work, materials, access, site conditions and complexity of the project.
Nelhams & Sons prices each project individually rather than applying a flat rate. As a guide, brickwork repairs and smaller garden wall projects can start in the low hundreds, while larger projects such as extensions and loft conversions typically run to five figures.
Nelhams & Sons provides a clear written quotation so you can understand the work and costs involved before deciding whether to proceed.
Do Nelhams & Sons take on small building and brickwork jobs?
Nelhams & Sons takes on suitable building and brickwork projects of different sizes, from individual repairs to larger construction projects.
Smaller work can include damaged brickwork, repointing, garden walls, chimney repairs, drainage repairs and other exterior improvements.
Larger projects can include house extensions, loft conversions, renovations, groundworks and new-build construction.
Do Nelhams & Sons provide free building and bricklaying quotes?
Nelhams & Sons provides free, no-obligation quotations for suitable building and bricklaying projects across Staines, Surrey and South West London.
Tell the family team what work you are considering and where the property is located. Nelhams & Sons will review the project, discuss the requirements with you and provide a written quotation before you decide whether to proceed.
Can Nelhams & Sons match new brickwork to an existing property?
Nelhams & Sons can match new brickwork as closely as practical to the existing bricks, mortar colour and brick bond of a property.
The family team assesses the existing brickwork before repairs, alterations or extensions begin and advises on suitable bricks and mortar.
Careful brick matching helps repaired or newly constructed areas sit more naturally alongside the original property.
Who manages a Nelhams & Sons building project?
Nelhams & Sons building projects are managed directly by the family team of Dave, Robert and Jack.
One or more members of the family team is involved on site, and Nelhams & Sons remains responsible for managing the agreed work from the initial quotation through to completion.
Are Nelhams & Sons insured and accredited?
Nelhams & Sons is fully insured, DBS checked and approved as a Which? Trusted Trader.
The family-run business combines these credentials with building and bricklaying experience dating back to 1977.
Which areas does Nelhams & Sons provide building and bricklaying services in?
Nelhams & Sons is based in Staines and provides building and bricklaying services across Surrey and South West London.
Surrey areas regularly covered include Staines, Shepperton, Sunbury, Laleham, Walton-on-Thames, Weybridge, Esher, Cobham, Claygate, Hersham, Molesey, Addlestone, Chertsey, Egham, Virginia Water, Leatherhead, Epsom, Oxshott, Woking and Guildford.
Nelhams & Sons also considers suitable projects across South West London, including Surbiton, Kingston upon Thames, Hampton, Richmond, Thames Ditton, New Malden, Wimbledon and Teddington.
If your town is not listed, get in touch. Nelhams & Sons considers suitable building and brickwork projects throughout Surrey and the surrounding area.