Business Details
42 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Roofing & Building Maintenance Services
Balmore Specialist Contracts has been delivering expert roofing, building maintenance, and rope access services since 1984. Our four decades of experience span industrial, commercial, and domestic projects across Scotland and the North of England. We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, including aerial drones and IRATA-certified rope access techniques, to tackle even the most challenging restoration work. Our team of fully trained professionals specialises in historic building restoration, lightning protection systems, and seamless roofing solutions.Approved for Decothane and Hyperdesmo installations, we prioritise safety, quality control, and client satisfaction. With nationwide coverage and a reputation for reliability, we serve clients from Glasgow to Newcastle, handling everything from cathedral restorations to power station chimneys. Our commitment to innovation and excellence has earned us accreditations including ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards.
Services
Roofing Services
Rope Access
Lightning Protection
Building Maintenance
Steeplejack Works
Lead Work
Stonework Restoration
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of specialist roofing and restoration experience
- IRATA-certified rope access technicians for difficult locations
- Safety-first approach with ISO 45001 accreditation
- Cost-effective solutions using drone surveys and rope access
- Nationwide coverage from Glasgow to Newcastle
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
- Construction line
- CHAS
- CITB Safe Contractor
- Achilles
Services
Roofing Services
We provide comprehensive roofing solutions including new installations, flat roofing, and emergency repairs across Scotland. Our team handles industrial, commercial, and residential properties using modern techniques and traditional craftsmanship. With 40+ years of experience, we specialise in historic building restoration and seamless roofing systems approved by manufacturers like Decothane.
Rope Access
Our IRATA-certified rope access team delivers safe, efficient solutions for difficult-to-reach areas. We perform inspections, cleaning, and repairs on high-rise buildings, churches, and industrial structures. This method reduces costs compared to scaffolding while maintaining strict safety standards under ISO 45001 accreditation.
Lightning Protection
We install and maintain lightning protection systems that safeguard buildings from electrical damage. Our solutions comply with BS6651 and BS EN 62305 standards, protecting historic buildings, commercial properties, and industrial sites across Scotland through certified installation and annual compliance testing.
Building Maintenance
Our maintenance services cover sandstone restoration, graffiti removal, and structural repairs for commercial and residential properties. We specialise in preserving historic buildings while addressing modern maintenance needs using DOFF steam cleaning and traditional restoration techniques across Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Steeplejack Works
We offer specialist steeplejack services for church steeples, clock towers, and industrial chimneys. Our certified team performs repairs, vegetation clearance, and safety inspections using rope access techniques that minimise disruption while maintaining structural integrity of listed buildings.
People
Victor MacKay
Managing Director
With over 45 years in the industry, Victor has led high-profile projects including cathedral restorations and power station chimneys. He champions combining traditional steeplejack methods with modern technology to deliver efficient solutions.
Brian O'Donnell
Safety Consultant
Brian ensures strict adherence to health and safety legislation across all projects. He oversees compliance with ISO 45001 standards and implements rigorous risk assessments to maintain our exemplary safety record.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate across Scotland, including Glasgow and Edinburgh, extending to the North of England.
Are you certified for difficult access work?
Yes, our team holds IRATA certifications for rope access and works to ISO 9001 standards.
Do you handle emergency repairs?
We offer emergency roof repair services to minimise business disruption from storm damage.
Can you work on historic buildings?
We specialise in Grade A listed building restoration using traditional techniques and materials.
What safety accreditations do you hold?
We maintain ISO 45001 for occupational health and safety alongside CHAS and Safe Contractor accreditations.
Do you provide lightning protection?
We install and test lightning protection systems compliant with BS EN 62305 standards.
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Reviews (3)
Moray Macdonald
Jul 14, 2018
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Victor, Marvin and the team completed a brilliant job on our A Listed property. The masonry and roof work was brilliant and the house now looks amazing and we get lots of compliments from the neighbours! A delight to have them on site.
Iain Docherty
Dec 23, 2017
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We had Victor from Balmore quote for our replacement roof. He provided a speedy quote, and won he job. The work was carried out to a very high standard, and he kept in close touch all times. Make sure to ask Balmore to quote for your work.
Chuckling Sparrows
Jul 11, 2014
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...quick, efficient and very professional. Arrived promptly did exactly what they said they would do - I would definitely call them again.
