Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Construction Services in Longridge, Lancashire
Established in the 1930s, W Monks is a family-run construction company rooted in the values of quality craftsmanship, timely delivery, and integrity. Our team of 38 skilled professionals, many of whom have been with us for decades, delivers projects ranging from building maintenance and refurbishment to new builds and bespoke joinery across Lancashire and the Northwest UK. With a focus on contracts up to 1,000,000, we combine traditional expertise with modern techniques to meet diverse client needs. Our long-standing relationships with subcontractors and suppliers ensure high standards across sectors like education, healthcare, and heritage buildings.Committed to staff development, we hold CSCS Gold Standard status and invest in apprenticeships to sustain our legacy of excellence. Clients consistently praise our professionalism, reliability, and ability to complete projects on schedule, reflecting our core KPI of timely delivery. As an Investor in People, we prioritize employee growth while maintaining financial stability and community impact since our founding.
Services
Building Maintenance
Refurbishment Projects
Electrical Installations
New Build Construction
Bespoke Joinery
School Extensions
Church Renovations
Washroom Refurbishment
Nursing Home Building
Timber Frame Construction
Details
- Year established: 1930
Highlights and features
- We have over 90 years of experience in construction and joinery.
- Our team includes skilled craftsmen with decades of industry expertise.
- We guarantee timely project delivery, supported by a proven track record.
- We hold CSCS Gold Standard and NICEIC accreditations for quality assurance.
- We invest in apprenticeships and staff development to sustain excellence.
Associations and certifications
- CSCS Gold Standard
- Investor in People
- NICEIC
What people say
Professional, polite and reliable
Thoroughly professional throughout
Excellent project management
High quality craftsmanship
Timely delivery record
Services
Building Refurbishment
We specialize in modernizing existing structures while preserving their integrity. Our refurbishment projects enhance functionality and aesthetics for commercial, educational, and public buildings. Clients benefit from our expertise in managing complex upgrades with minimal disruption.
Bespoke Joinery
Our traditional joinery combines handcrafted skill with modern CNC technology to create tailored timber solutions. From classical to contemporary designs, we deliver high-quality doors, windows, and architectural elements for residential and commercial properties.
Electrical Installations
We provide full electrical installation and certification services compliant with NICEIC standards. Our work covers new builds, renovations, and maintenance for schools, healthcare facilities, and commercial premises across the Northwest UK.
School Extensions
We construct and renovate educational facilities with minimal disruption during school holidays. Recent projects include classroom extensions and library modernization, completed to strict deadlines while maintaining safety and quality standards.
Church Renovations
Our team undertakes sensitive restoration of historic churches, balancing preservation with modern requirements. We have completed renovations for Brierfield Methodist Church and other religious buildings, ensuring structural integrity and aesthetic continuity.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We operate across Lancashire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, and Merseyside from our base in Longridge.
What construction project sizes do you handle?
We focus on projects up to £1,000,000 but consider larger schemes based on client needs.
Are you accredited for electrical work?
Yes, we hold NICEIC certification for electrical installations and certifications across our projects.
How do you ensure project timelines are met?
We track progress against strict schedules and maintain a 98% on-time delivery record over decades.
Do you offer joinery services?
Yes, our bespoke timber joinery combines traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques for custom solutions.
How experienced is your team?
Many employees have worked with us for 20+ years, with apprenticeships forming the foundation of our skilled workforce.
Reviews (2)
Jason Farrow
Apr 19, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
Served my apprenticeship with this company as an apprentice plasterer. The quality of the company's workmanship is brilliant.
Served my apprenticeship with this company as an apprentice plasterer. The quality of the company's workmanship is brilliant.
David Ford
Aug 24, 2019
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Friendly family business with high standards. Top class team that delivers craftsmanship and quality.
Entrusted a massive project to them and although still halfway through, its abundantly clear we made the right choice. Great, old style customer satisfaction, yet a progressive company not afraid to try new things.
Cant fault them so far, and weve never been able to say that about a building contractor before.
Entrusted a massive project to them and although still halfway through, its abundantly clear we made the right choice. Great, old style customer satisfaction, yet a progressive company not afraid to try new things.
Cant fault them so far, and weve never been able to say that about a building contractor before.
