Residential Builders
in Somerset
We’ve been transforming houses into exceptional homes since 1987. Today, we bring nearly 40 years of experience to homeowners across Somerset, Dorset, Devon, and Wiltshire, specialising in renovations, conversions, and extensions.
Our Residential Building Services
Whether you’re restoring a heritage property or expanding a modern home,
our in-house team of specialists ensures your project is delivered with a level of care
and consistency that is rare in the industry.

Townhouse Renovations
Whether you’re modernising a historic Georgian terrace or a Victorian home, we specialise in turning multi-storey spaces into functional modern residences.

Bathroom Renovations
From high-end master suites to sleek wet-room conversions, we provide a meticulous finish to transform your bathroom into a luxury space.

Kitchen Renovations
We combine master-carpentry heritage with modern functionality to create bespoke kitchens that act as the heart of your home.

Barn Conversions
Whether you’re repurposing a stone barn or a modern steel structure, we transform buildings into stunning, high-spec homes full of character.

Loft Conversions
From simple roof-light rooms to full dormer extensions, we help you unlock hidden potential at the top of your home.

Basement & Cellar Conversions
We specialise in turning damp, underused spaces into functional living areas right beneath your feet.

Conservatories & Orangeries
We build high-performance, year-round spaces that blend seamlessly with your home’s architecture while flooding your living area with natural light

Garden Rooms & Offices
From insulated professional offices to luxury outdoor retreats, we create premium garden rooms that offer a quiet, separate escape from the main house.

Listed Building Conservation & Conversion
Traditional masonry with heritage-approved materials to protect your home’s historic character while ensuring it remains functional and comfortable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely. We believe clear communication is the only way to run a successful project. You won’t be left chasing different people or wondering who’s in charge; your residential build will be overseen by our experienced management team who’ll keep you in the loop on progress, timelines, and technical details.
We do. One of the biggest hurdles for homeowners across the South West is coordinating multiple contractors for different stages. Because we have our own in-house civil engineering and groundworks capability, we can manage the entire lifecycle of your residential building project – from the first site clearance and foundation pour to the final internal finishes.
Yes, completely. We’ve been a trusted name in the South West since 1987, and we don’t take that reputation lightly. We operate with full insurance and work hand-in-hand with building control and local authorities. Whether it’s a modern extension or a full house renovation, we ensure every stage meets the latest structural, safety, and environmental regulations.
Quality comes down to the people on the tools. We don’t rely on a rotating cast of temporary staff; we have our own directly employed team of 20 specialists. Because our tradesmen have worked together for years, they share the same high standards and best-practice habits.
As long-standing residential builders in Somerset, our site leads check the craftsmanship at every stage, ensuring nothing is signed off until it’s perfect
Yes, listed and period property renovation is one of our core specialities. Whether it’s matching historic stonework or sympathetic timber framing, we understand the care required for heritage residential building in Somerset. We balance traditional techniques with modern standards to ensure your home’s character is preserved while its performance is improved.
Building is inherently dusty, but it shouldn’t be chaotic. Because we have a permanent, directly employed team, we take personal pride in the state of our residential sites. We treat your home with respect, maintaining a clean and safe environment every day. We also work with you to plan the “heavy” stages of the build around your life, ensuring the disruption to your routine is kept to an absolute minimum.

Proudly Serving Somerset & the South West
Based in Yeovil, we’re perfectly positioned to serve residential and commercial clients across the region.
Why Choose Us for Your Domestic Build?
The Consistency of a Direct Team
There’s nothing more stressful than a revolving door of strangers in your home. Because we directly employ our specialist team of residential builders in Somerset, you’ll see the same faces from start to finish.
Residential Build Project Management
We believe that a “dream home” shouldn’t come with a nightmare process. We provide clear, transparent costings and timelines that actually reflect reality, managing every moving part so your project stays on track.
South West Locals
We’ve spent 35 years learning the ins and outs of residential construction across Somerset and the South West. We understand the specific quirks of local Hamstone and the complexities of regional planning.

Decades of Happy Clients
We’re incredibly proud of the reputation we’ve built over the last 35+ years.
Here’s a glimpse of what our customers have to say about working with our team:
Doing whole house renovation for us after the fire. Really good company, work so far been of really good quality, fantastic communication from Kevin and Neil – always on hand to help, answer phone and emails promptly, hard working and helpful.

We’ve worked with Building Craftsmen on several projects over the years, and they’ve never let us down. Their attention to detail, communication, and ability to deliver on time is second to none. A dependable contractor who always goes the extra mile.

BCY and the team made the process seamless from start to finish. We couldn’t be happier with the result, the house is everything we wished for. All suppliers were extremely friendly and tidy throughout the project. We were particularly impressed with the communication and attention to detail.”


Ready to Bring Your Ideas to Life?
Now you know a bit more about us and how we work, we’d love to hear about what you have planned. Whether you’re dreaming of a barn conversion or planning a large-scale commercial expansion, we’re here to help.

