Business Details
Extension Specialists & Building Contractors
Established by Kai Hillary, an advanced craft bricklayer, The Works Building Contractor is a building contractor and extension specialist serving the North East of England. We combine modern building techniques with traditional craftsmanship values to deliver high-quality construction solutions. Our services span from domestic extensions to specialist brickwork, joinery, roofing, and electrical installations. We pride ourselves on creating seamless blends between new builds and existing structures through exact brick and mortar matching. With an extensive gallery showcasing our work, we maintain a strong reputation for reliability and attention to detail.Our team operates across North Yorkshire, County Durham, and the Teesside area, offering both large-scale projects and smaller handyman services. Customer satisfaction remains our priority, evidenced by positive feedback from completed projects in Darlington, Catterick, and surrounding regions. We provide full turnkey solutions from planning to completion, including groundworks, plumbing, and decoration. Our commitment to maintaining clean worksites daily ensures minimal disruption for residential clients throughout the building process.
Services
Extensions
Brickwork
Joinery
Roofing
Electrical
Hard Landscaping
Plumbing
Plastering
Decoration
Highlights and features
- We offer full turnkey building solutions from planning to completion
- Our advanced craft bricklayer ensures exact brick and mortar matching
- We specialise in high-end oak joinery and bespoke structures
- Our team includes certified electricians for complete project management
- We provide both large-scale extensions and handyman maintenance services
What people say
Completed on time
Very high standard
Safe, clean worksite
Easy decision-making process
Highly recommend
Services
Extensions
We specialise in domestic extensions from initial planning to completion. Our full turnkey service includes groundworks, brickwork, and interior finishing. Clients benefit from exact brick matching to ensure seamless integration with existing properties. Projects range from simple conservatories to complex multi-room expansions.
Brickwork
Advanced craft bricklaying forms the core of our services. We create curved walls, specialist blockwork, and exact brick matches for existing buildings. Our expertise ensures structural integrity combined with aesthetic appeal for both new builds and restoration projects.
Joinery
Beyond standard windows and doors, we craft bespoke oak structures including canopies and gates. Our joinery combines traditional techniques with modern design to create unique architectural features that enhance property value and aesthetics.
Roofing
We provide comprehensive roofing solutions for new builds and replacements. Our services include tile and slate roofing, dormer installations, and Velux window fitting. Specialist roofers ensure watertight, durable solutions that complement each property's architectural style.
Electrical
As part of our turnkey service, we offer certified electrical installations. Our qualified electricians handle complete rewires, lighting solutions, and specialist circuits for home gyms or entertainment systems, ensuring full compliance with safety regulations.
People
Kai Hillary
Founder & Advanced Craft Bricklayer
Established The Works Building Contractor to combine traditional bricklaying skills with modern building techniques. With extensive experience in domestic extensions, Kai ensures every project maintains the highest standards of craftsmanship and customer satisfaction across the North East region.
Questions
What areas do you cover for building projects?
We operate across North Yorkshire, County Durham, and the Teesside area, serving locations including Darlington, Catterick, and Richmond.
Do you handle both large and small building projects?
Yes, we provide full turnkey solutions for major extensions and offer handyman services for smaller maintenance tasks.
Can you match existing brickwork on extension projects?
Our advanced craft bricklayer specialises in exact brick and mortar matching to ensure seamless integration with existing structures.
What joinery services do you offer beyond standard fittings?
We create bespoke oak structures including canopies, gates, and custom woodwork that combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design.
Do you provide complete electrical installations?
Yes, our certified electricians handle complete wiring solutions as part of our turnkey building service.
