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Honest. Skilled. Reliable. Welcome to Crabtree Building Solutions.

I'm a qualified bricklayer and general builder of 20+ years.
📞 07496 253682
📧 [email protected]

26/10/2026

True to form, I forgot to take 'before' photos 🤦🏻‍♀️

Here's some 'in progress' photos of a living room I'm doing up for a lovely local customer. Removed the old fireplace, re-plastered all walls and ceiling, new solid oak mantel fitted, and brickwork around the fireplace opening. Once the plaster is fully dried, it'll be on to most coating and painting, and fitting new skirtings all round.

Just a couple more jobs in the diary before an extension project starts which will see me into new year.

This year has flown! I've got another extension project to book in next year, hopefully starting around May time, which will take 4 months or so. If you're thinking of having work done but know you need to save up, do get in touch to get it booked in soon.

Thanks for your support, as always.
Dan 👷‍♂️

16/10/2026

I love working with reclaimed imperial brick. Look at this 😍

I re-built a wall over in Evesham this week that had been hit by a van. To restore its original character and match the parts of the wall that weren't damanged, I used reclaimed imperial bricks, and they make such a difference.
There’s something really special about working with traditional imperial bricks; the texture, character, and authentic warmth just can't be replicated with modern alternatives.
Scouring reclamation yards for the right brick and flat roof tiles to match the parts of wall that weren't damaged isn't for the faint hearted, but i think you'll agree it was worth it.

Have a scroll through to see the progress from the start.

🧱 If you need expert brickwork, masonry repairs, or general building work, send me a message, or call me on 07496 253682 for a quote.

05/10/2026

If I have worked on a project for you, would you be kind enough to leave me a quick facebook review please?

If you go to the reviews section on my page, I think you can leave a new review in there - I've only done Google reviews before though to be honest, so I'm not entirely sure how to do it!

Word of mouth goes a long way but some people don't know where to start, and often look for reviews and recommendations.

I’m always aiming to do the best job possible for everyone I work with too so your honest feedback helps me grow and also shows potential clients what I’m all about. I really appreciate your time and support!

Thanks
Dan 👷‍♂️

04/10/2026

Sneak peak..... very very slow progress on our bathroom at home in between other jobs, but progress none the less! Grouting next, and can then re-hang the sink and fit the toilet.

04/10/2026

BEFORE ➡️ AFTER (Almost!)
Photo's in reverse order, from 'now' to 'then'. Swipe to the end to see what we started with.

Timber steps often rot or become slippery over time. This weeks lovely customers found the steps too steep, so when I was replacing them with a permanent, solid brick structure, I added another step in.

By digging proper footings, laying concrete, and carefully matching the brickwork to the original house walls, I’ve created a wide, safe transition into the garden that my customers love, and that will last for many decades. Just need to put final touches on, and finish a doorway removal/make good in the house and it'll be done, ready for me to move onto my next job.

If you've got a project in mind for your outdoor space, do get in touch to chat through your ideas.

Thanks, as always for the support
Dan 👷‍♂️

26/09/2026

For this project, the clients had their front wall built by a previous contractor quite some time ago, but it was left unfinished. I then became known to them, so they got in touch with me to come in and get it finished.

Despite a few material backorders along the way, it was a fantastic job to work on. We laid matching coping stones along the full lengths of wall, sleek pier caps installed on every pier (including cutting three caps to size, to fit on the tricky corner), and custom metal railings fitted neatly between each section.

I think you'll agree, it definitely looks finished now ✔️

If you're looking to upgrade your home’s kerb appeal, get in touch for a free quote.

I'm booked up until next year (April time), so drop me a message as soon as possible.

Many thanks
Dan 👷‍♂️

24/09/2026

Mission accomplished! 🏁

This one was a massive challenge due to time constraints. We completed full salon refit in just over a week so the salon owner could re-open her doors on time.

It took some serious graft, a lot of very *very* late finishes, 3 layers of stripped-up flooring, and plenty of plaster and wall repairs, but seeing the final result makes every long hour worth it.... I think 🤣😴

Swipe to see the finished space. 50m² worth of new flooring laid, all walls refinished, and everything refitted so the salon can run as a salon! There is a kitchen area and toilet room not photographed that is part of this project also.

If you're looking to transform your business or home, get in touch with me on here on by phone/whatsapp on 07496 253682. I'd be very happy to meet with you, discuss your needs/plans, and provide a free quote.

Remember, I'm booked up til at least March next year so please don't wait until the last minute. I'm looking to expand the team, but I'm very picky and will only take on the best tradesmen, so these things take some time. Once there are more of us, I can help more of you .

Thanks, as always, for all your support, likes, shares and recommendations. I appreciate it all.

Dan 👷‍♂️

13/09/2026

I started a hair salon transformation yesterday afternoon. Commercial jobs are always a quick-turnaround affair, especially for salons that very rarely close. I’ve got just over a week while the client is shut to completely strip out and refit the space.

Today was about demolition and prep..... lifting three hidden layers of old floor covering and getting the walls re-plastered where old mirrors and showers were left in place last time. It was like the gift that kept om giving! Big thanks to my wife who was a little grafter today, stepping up to help me out. Got stuck in with sanding walls, and helping with lifting the flooring. Teamwork today 💜

Swipe to see where I've got to so far. All tidied up ready to carry on tomorrow.

13/09/2026

This job involved taking the room right back to the bare walls and starting fresh.
I removed the original shower setup and fitted a full-sized bath with a stylish brushed brass shower system over it.
To complete the room, I re-plastered where needed, new tiles, new vanity unit with sink and toilet, LVT flooring, new brass towel radiator, and a bespoke built shelving unit to make the most of the tight gap next to the toilet vanity. All ready for my client to paint. Swipe to see the before photo.
A big thank you to my brilliant clients for having me.

Address

Campden Road
Gloucester
GL40HX

Telephone

+447496253682

Website

http://www.Crabtreebuildingsolutions.co.uk/

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