About Building Craftsmen

We’re a Yeovil-based team with over 35 years of experience in bringing quality construction and honest craftsmanship to the South West. Whether you’re planning a bespoke home extension or need an expert hand for a large-scale commercial project, we’ll ensure your build is handled with care, precision, and local pride.

A Legacy of Craftsmanship Since 1987

We’ve been a part of the South West landscape for years now, founded in 1987 by Neil Hewitson. Before starting the company, Neil spent many years honing his skills as a carpenter – a background that remains the heartbeat of our business today.

Fast forward nearly four decades, and while we’ve grown into one of the South West’s most respected building contractors, Neil’s original standards haven’t budged. His 40+ years on the tools ensures that every project we handle is built on a foundation of genuine trade expertise and local pride.

Our Approach

We aren’t interested in over-complicating things. We thrive on finding practical, cost-effective solutions for complex builds. We are large enough to handle major contracts, yet small enough to offer personal oversight on every project.

Whether we’re converting a historic barn or building a modern garden office, we’re big believers in collaboration. We work closely with you, your architects, and your engineers to make sure the final result is exactly what you had in mind.

Proudly Serving Somerset & South West

Based in Yeovil, we’re perfectly positioned to serve residential and commercial clients across the region.

Why Choose Building Craftsmen?

A Reputation Built Over Decades

Founded in 1987, we offer a proven track record of successful builds across Somerset and the South West. When you choose us, you’re choosing decades of local accountability.

Our Project, Our People

Our 20-strong team of directly employed tradesmen ensures consistent quality and accountability on every job. We know exactly who is on your site at all times, ensuring the same high standard of craftsmanship and safety from day one.

Experience Across Every Sector

From sensitive listed building restoration to complex civil engineering projects, we have the depth of knowledge required. We specialise in larger, more technical builds where precision and professional project management are non-negotiable.

Decades of Happy Clients

From transforming tired interiors to starting fresh from the ground up, we
handle a bit of everything. From residential transformations to industrial
infrastructure, we have the capacity and the crew to deliver.

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.

Kim, Yeovil

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.

Commercial Client, Yeovil

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.”

Homeowner, Yeovil

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.

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