As part of the external works to this property in Covent Garden, following the partial collapsing of the existing chimney stack, we were instructed by the client to rebuild the stack as necessary, replacing any damaged bricks, and fully repointing the stack and parapet walls as required. Works are progressing well internally, the fit out…
Our external works to this charming period building in one of South Kensington’s most sought-after locations has just commenced. We will be carrying out masonry repairs, timber restorations, and complete external redecorations to the front and rear elevations. Look out for project updates coming soon.
Following the successful completion of previous units on this industrial estate, we were invited back to tender for further units and are delighted to have been awarded the contract. The following works have now commenced onsite – Pressure washing of roof surfaces, including metal sheets, PV panels, and roof lights. Gutter linings installation – Delcote…
Collins are delighted to share that we have been awarded an International Safety Award with Merit in recognition of our outstanding commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing in the workplace. For further information please see the British Safety Council’s website – https://www.britsafe.org/ Well done to the Collins team – Keep up the excellent work!
Last week at our Hill House project, our long-standing Carpenter and Project Manager, Neil Davis, spent time teaching two of our apprentices the craft of creating a mason’s mitre on the kitchen worktops. As part of our apprenticeship programme, five trainees are currently gaining hands-on experience in both first and second fix carpentry. These practical…
Collins have returned back to site to East Eight Apartments this week, following a 12-month defect period. We are pleased to see that the building has maintained its quality appearance over the past 12 months since the works were undertaken, with only a few very minor defects needing to be addressed. For a detailed case…
Collins are now DOFF Stonehealth accredited and approved contractors. Stonehealth is the sole manufacturer of the masonry DOFF cleaning technologies, which have been used worldwide for over 30 years. Their systems are trusted to safely clean and preserve historic masonry and have been used on some of the UK’s most iconic landmarks, including Westminster Abbey and…
Our external repairs and redecoration works are really coming together at New Cross Fire Station. With scaffolding now struck to several areas including the refurbished watch tower – it’s great to see the building revealed in its refreshed state. The transformation is clear, and the quality of the works to date is something the whole…
The external repairs and redecorations to Block 1 of this purpose-built residential property, in the heart of Highgate Village has just commenced. Our works will include replacement tiles at roof level, parapet gutter repairs, works to windows and doors, balconies, service staircases, concrete render, rainwater goods and soil pipes. Look out for project updates coming…
The scaffold is now fully erected and looks great with our traditional Collins blue debris netting and banners. The works are progressing well and despite the recent bad weather, are still on programme. Following the DOFF cleaning, we have itemised and scheduled the masonry works and our stone masons are now cutting out in accordance…