Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Partner in Chilcompton
Upson Building Services is a professional building and construction company based in Chilcompton, near Bath, Somerset. With over three decades of experience, we specialise in new build projects, extensions, disability adaptations, educational conversions, and social housing developments. Our team of highly skilled tradesmen delivers high-quality work across the South West, prioritising client collaboration and tailored solutions.We manage all aspects of construction, from initial design and planning to project completion, ensuring transparency and minimal disruption. Our expertise extends to working with local authorities and housing associations, providing cost-effective, standards-compliant building solutions. We pride ourselves on maintaining strong relationships with clients and partners, underpinned by a commitment to excellence and integrity.
Services
New Build Projects
Extensions & Renovations
Disability Adaptations
Educational Conversions
Social Housing Developments
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in residential and commercial construction.
- Our team includes skilled tradesmen covering all aspects of building work.
- We specialise in complex projects including disability adaptations and educational builds.
- We maintain long-term partnerships with local councils and housing associations.
- We prioritise client communication and minimal disruption during construction.
What people say
Transformation of our home
Finished result
Worked very quickly
Cost effective solution
Sensitive to needs
Services
New Build Projects
We deliver bespoke new build projects from initial design to completion. Our end-to-end management ensures compliance with planning regulations and client specifications. Clients benefit from our 30 years of expertise in creating energy-efficient, modern homes and commercial spaces tailored to specific needs.
Extensions & Renovations
Our extensions and renovations enhance property value while minimising disruption. We handle all aspects, from structural changes to interior upgrades, using skilled tradesmen. Clients receive tailored solutions that blend with existing architecture while meeting modern living requirements.
Disability Adaptations
We adapt homes to improve accessibility for individuals with mobility challenges. Services include wet room installations, ramp construction, and safety flooring. Our approach focuses on practicality and independence, using equipment from trusted suppliers with after-sales support.
Educational Conversions
We specialise in school extensions and facility upgrades, balancing minimal disruption with high standards. Our projects include classroom blocks, kitchens, and accessibility improvements, delivered through full design and project management support for public sector clients.
Social Housing Developments
We undertake large-scale social housing refurbishments and new builds for councils and housing associations. Our work includes accessibility upgrades, kitchen/bathroom replacements, and structural improvements, ensuring safe, modern living spaces for residents across the South West.
People
Martyn Wilcox
Managing Director
Martyn joined in 1992 as contracts manager and became director in 1997. With a carpentry background, he oversees project delivery and client relations, ensuring high standards across all developments.
Alison Wilcox
Accounts Director
Alison leads financial operations since joining in 2005. Her banking sector experience ensures robust financial management, supporting the company's growth and long-term stability.
Chris Upson
Founder
Chris established the business 30 years ago as a sole trader. Though retired, he provides strategic advice, drawing on decades of experience in carpentry and project management for public sector clients.
Questions
What types of building projects do you handle?
We specialise in new builds, extensions, disability adaptations, educational conversions, and social housing developments.
Do you work with private and public sector clients?
Yes, we serve both residential clients and organisations including local authorities and housing associations.
How do you ensure project quality and compliance?
We employ skilled tradesmen and follow strict standards, with full project management and local authority coordination.
Are you available for urgent building needs?
We prioritise timely delivery but do not offer emergency services outside standard working hours.
What areas do you cover?
We operate across the South West, including Bath, Bristol, and Somerset.
Reviews (1)
Lorne Brown
Aug 12, 2020
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I was very unhappy with Martin's work. He repaired a crack in the render on an external wall of my house. It fell out 18 months later and he refused to accept any responsibility nor even come to look at it. Needless to say he has not refunded the cost of the work, which now I have to have done again. The builder who is going to repair it now says it is obvious what was done wrong. He can see that the crack has smooth edges so no effort was made to create a surface for the new render could adhere to. The one star shown is required in order to publish this post.
