Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Construction and Housing Repair Services in Central Scotland
Established in 1991, Ailsa Building Contractors has built a reputation for excellence in the repair and renewal of external fabric for social housing across Central Scotland. Our expertise spans roofing, rendering, maintenance, and new build projects, serving local authorities, housing associations, and commercial developers. With over 130 fully trained CSCS-registered operatives, we deliver comprehensive in-house services including scaffolding, plumbing, and waste management. Our commitment to quality is underscored by accreditations such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, while our partnership approach ensures client satisfaction through transparency and collaboration. Recognised by the London Stock Exchange Group as one of 1,000 Companies to Inspire Britain, we combine technical expertise with a focus on sustainability and community engagement.Our long-standing relationships with suppliers like Redland Roof Tiles and Alumasc Facades ensure access to premium materials, and our approved installer status for systems like Helifix and Sika liquid plastic roofing demonstrates industry-leading capability. Client testimonials highlight our ability to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget, with particular praise for our communication and tenant relations. We have completed major contracts for South Ayrshire Council and Shettleston Housing Association, among others, while maintaining a strong focus on environmental responsibility through initiatives like 90% landfill waste reduction. With a proven track record in contracts exceeding 2 million, we remain committed to innovation and excellence in construction services.
Services
Roofing
Rendering
Repair
Maintenance
New Build
Scaffolding
External Render
Insulated Render
Plumbing & Leadwork
Painting
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in social housing construction and repair.
- Our all-trades in-house team ensures faster project delivery and quality control.
- ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications demonstrate quality and environmental commitment.
- Approved installers for Helifix, Sika, and Alumasc systems for specialist solutions.
- Proven track record with major contracts for South Ayrshire and North Lanarkshire Councils.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 14001
- ISO 9001
- ISO 27001
- OHSAS 18001
- Trustmark
- Gas Safety Register
- NFRC PAS 2030
- CSCS Platinum Award
- Constructionline
- CHAS
- INCA
What people say
Excellent workmanship
Positive helpful attitude
Smooth process for all parties
High-quality finishes
Delighted residents
Services
Roofing
Our roofing services include replacement, repair, and maintenance for social housing properties. We are approved installers for Sika and Alumasc liquid plastic roofing systems, ensuring durable, waterproof solutions. Our experienced teams deliver projects across Central Scotland, combining technical expertise with adherence to safety standards.
Rendering
We provide external and insulated render solutions for property renewal. Using systems like Structherm, we enhance energy efficiency while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Our work meets industry standards, with projects completed for South Ayrshire Council and other local authorities.
Repair
Specialising in remedial wall ties and structural repairs, we use Helifix-approved methods. Our services address property decay while preserving tenant safety. Recent projects include 54 properties in Prestwick, demonstrating our capacity for large-scale repair programmes.
Maintenance
Our comprehensive maintenance services cover plumbing, joinery, and waste management. With in-house trades and 130 CSCS-registered operatives, we handle both reactive and planned maintenance. Clients benefit from reduced subcontractor reliance and faster response times.
New Build
We deliver new build projects like Crawford Primary School, applying specialist finishes such as Silkolitt Render. Our end-to-end capabilities include planning, execution, and compliance with modern building regulations, ensuring functional and sustainable structures.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We operate across Central Scotland, including Coatbridge, Falkirk, Ayr, and Shettleston.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we hold ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 14001 (environment), and ISO 27001 (information security) certifications.
What construction services do you offer?
We provide roofing, rendering, repairs, maintenance, new builds, scaffolding, and plumbing services.
Can you handle large-scale housing projects?
Yes, we have completed contracts for 54 properties in Prestwick and 38 blocks in Ayr.
Do you work with local authorities?
We have long-standing partnerships with South Ayrshire, North Lanarkshire, and Fife Councils.
How do you ensure environmental responsibility?
We recycle 90% of waste, use sustainable materials, and monitor carbon emissions through our ISO 14001-compliant system.
Reviews (2)
Craig Bryson
Nov 01, 2019
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A have gave one star because a can't give less work men don't have a care of any property or anything around them just about hit my child with a tile from the roof and said ( he should not have been standing there ) when he was on way to school
Heather Russell
Jun 03, 2019
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Got our house done through west dumbarton council 14 overburn ave dumbarton every one of the guys that worked hear were first class would recomend your company to everybody as your workers are great guys and work very hard the site manager martin was great always hear to make sure we were happy with the work.Would like to thank uses all for the great work done
