Finding builders in France

FINDING a reliable builder to help with major work on your property can be a long drawn out process.

If you are new to an area then it is often difficult to get a personal recommendation but there is a website that may be of help.

The Qualibat site is a database of builders that covers the whole of France and is run by an independent organisation to ensure the quality of the artisans’ work.

The search facility on the site is very straight forward as you can track down businesses by department or speciality.

There is even the option to sort your search results by the number of employees the business has, so that you can target smaller jobs to smaller firms.

Once you have found a business their contact details are presented, including an email address, as well as the skills they are specialised in.

Qualibat has recently launched an advertising campaign on French television and they claim to have over 40,000 businesses listed in their directory, so you should be able to find a company close to home.

Comments

[john murphy]

Hello, I’ve just purchased a property in Brittany and I’m looking for a builder and an electrician probably English speaking.

[Bess]

Good electrician here: http://www.lost-in-france.com/trades.htm#Electricians
T Electrics and also a few builders.
Good Luck with the renovations.

[Hayley Haines]

I bought a farmhouse in Bournezal, near Rodez in the Aveyron region of South Western France. I'm in need of a builder for various renovation work and especially a plumber as I need a bathroom and kitchen. Perhap's you could guide me in the right direction as I have had very little response and no luck from any of the internet site's i've been on. Thanks, Hayley.

[Sidian]

Information required!
Is there a National Builders Register in France where one can refer to builders, location, and standards of workmanship?
Sidian.

[Cameron]

hello there, i need a builder for a short term contract in area 66 (sw france).

thanks

CaM

[paul]

Hallo can you help, I need a general builder and a electrican for work on an old farmhouse in area 50 normandy

Thanks

paul

[Tony Rowland]

We have recently bought a house in Normandy which requires connecting to the main drains that run past the house. Does anyone know of any regulations regarding this or who is responsible for maintaining the drainage system? I have done similar work in England can I do so in France?
I would be really grateful for any advice as so far I can't find anywhere or anyone who could advise me of where to start.

[C Harper]

I have been told of a website called piglink.fr where all types of professionals are listed and whether they speak English or not.

[philip ray]

need a builder in area 22 in brittany.need plastering work pluss new windows ect.
many thanks phil ray

[R Field]

Wanted ....British builder in france.
Building Land situated on brittany border near mont st.michel.
Looking to build small 2 bed traditional french house.

[Jamie McFarlane]

Hi looking for decorating work around Chateaubriant area. all aspects of internal and external decoration covered with references in france and the uk.
over 25 years experiance with free estimates and all work undertaken guarenteed.contact on above email address or telephone in france on 0033240285523

[Mrs Nash]

I am looking for a builder in the town of Toulouse for a renovation project.

[Lucy Sandys]

Hello
Can anyone recommend a builder in the south Aveyron area please? We are between Rodez, Albi and Millau.
Many thanks
Lucy

[Stephen Baker]

Hi
I am planning a move to France shortly and am looking for employment in Poitou-Charentes or Limousin. I have 18 years experience in the heating and plumbing/pipefitting trade and am very reliable and hard working. Although this is my preferred trade I would be interested in any work within construction.
Many thanks
Steve

[Andreas Adamou]

Hi,
Can anyone help with a problem, Has anybody suffered subsidence of their property during the very hot weather of 2003/2004 in the Gers ( 32 ) department. Would be grateful for any comments. you dont have to leave a name if you dont want to. Thanks.

[Ken McLaughlin]

We are a French registered building compnay based in mayenne and working throughout North West France. We offer impartial advice and good value for money.
If you wish to contat me please telephone on 0033243034994

[Nik]

We are a team of seven french registered artisans who cover every aspect of the building trade in La Manche (50). Have a look at our website & read our clients comments.
www.britishbuilders-normandyfrance.com.
Hope this may be of some help.

[david butterworth]

I AM A BUILDER / PLUMBER LOOKING FOR WORK IN FRANCE,.REFERENCES AND CERTIFICATES CAN BE SEEN...TEL..07939160678

[Nigel Aldridge]

*******Employment Needed**********
I have been in the Window trade for 20 years, self employed for the last 6 years. Although I can turn my hand to most manual work. We are along with the masses currently thinking of re-locating to France we have not yet decided on the area as we need to be where ever the work is but Bretange, Pays De La loire and Poitou Charentes are our main search areas. we do not have the budget to do it without securing a job first. I have beeen taking french lessons for a year so I speak a little. I am a honest man and a very hard worker. Contact Nigel 01709 889147/ 07958227643
or Millan.installations@tiscali.co.ukfor a CV.

[Jane Williamson]

We have had a 'botch' job done by an English cowboy builder,(name available on request!)We need a registered builder who is prepared to re do our roof terrace and new roof and see it asa challenge! The house is a small town house in Elne near Perpignan Southern France, Languedoc Rouisillion

[David Reed]

I'm looking for a reliable builder for a renovation project who will also quote & oversee electrical & plumbing work. The house (85 sq m of habitable space)is 10k east of Castre (81). Many thanks, David

[gethin jenkins]

After Christmas i will be looking for a builder to turn 3 houses into apartments . the property is in the town of Prades 40 mins from Perpignan,We are in Prades on the 19/10/2005 for 4 days on sight with the architect , any builder who is able to carry out the work would be welcome to come along to have a look with a view to tender for the work

[GETHIN]

would you add to my note the following phone numbers 01455447256, mobil 07802257953 (STEV)

[gerry rafferty]

I am a registered builder living in South Normandy but dont mind some travelling.I cover every type of building work.I am fed up hearing storys about A)people not find builders B)when they do being ripped off.I might not have the gift of the gab, but I am an honest reliable builder and have never had a unsatisfied customer-I just wish I had more work!!! References available. please phone 00 44 (0)2 33 69 56 81

[John Campbell]

I am an a professional english builder who also speaks french living in the Guard area of france. We have just moved and at present I am looking for work. I will undertake any project small or large. I have worked in the building industry for 17 years and have references if required. I have all my tools and machinery with me.

[Olive & Kevin Conroy]

Hi We are looking for rasonable quotes for an extension to our house in FRance, near Beziers also to build a swimming pool, we are going over to France from 31st Oct to 4th nov would like to meet up with interested parties

[DAVID BUTTERWORTH]

I AM A BUILDER LOOKING FOR WORK IN FRANCE.PLEASE MAIL FOR MORE INFO.

[Amanda James]

Hi we have a house in Mussidan near bergerac area, 24. It is stuck in 1970's. Need a honest man for plastering, tileing, tiding up pipework etc..
Someone who turns up when they say they will and stays to complete the job :).

[richard]

Hi English builder living in normandy near st lo looking for work can do all tasks set and am currently awaiting registration have references for work completed and have done several renovations to date.
Get in touch for fast honest reliable quotes!!!

[Tracie]

Hi.

My husband and I are looking for an english builder in the 81700 area (South West). Plastering, tiling and general building works. Must be reliable and a registered builder.

[Frankie Anon-Chans]

Hi to TRACIE, who is looking for a builder!
I have just been trying to contact you, but your e-mail address with aol sends me an error.
I am an experienced English builder, fully registered in France and would be available almost straight away as I am also looking for work due to the slow winter season.
If you are interested don't hesitate to contact me as I can't seem to contact you on your e-mail address.

Frankie

[michael]

Hello, i am a french registerd builder , specalising in the repair and renovation of cob and stone built house,s, traditional lime plastering, rendering using traditional skills and methods, area 50

[piers conway]

Stonemasons for the repair of old buildings based in Normandy but interested in projects throughout france. stonework, drystone walls,repointing, recut components,lime mortar and render, earth structures repaired, stone carving lettering and sculpture, natural stone fire surrounds, siret registerd in france visit our web site for full details all enquires welcome, advice givern, if we can help get in touch.

[piers conway]

based in area 50/14

[Francesca Potts]

We have a 250 year old farmhouse near Loudun (86 Vienne) and need a good, reliable and preferably English speaking eletrcician to do a complete wiring job. The house has never had electricity connected before, but does have a temporary supply.

[Harry Nellis]

Is there any RELIABLE builder / plumber / electrician out there who would like to start work on 2 houses in the Auvergne? If so,please get in touch and I will provide you with all the details.
Many thanks

Harry Nellis

[mike currah]

I am looking for a builder who can fit out a 1930's house in regionCalvados, Normandy near Orbec (20km from Lisieux). It needs new kitchen/bathroom/fireplaces opening up/wood flooring/french doors at rear/walls plastering/loft converting into 2 rooms plus bath

Work could start in February or later, could be done in stages or one big project. Needs to complete for June.

Please phone +44 7866 459492

[PJM RENOVATION eurl]

Hello
We are : PJM RENOVATION General Building Company - Mayenne 53
Established in France for over 6yrs, fully registered and insured for ALL renovation works.
Barn conversions and full renovation projects a speciality. Complete project management at no extra fee.
View our website www.pjmrenovation.com for examples of our quality workmanship.

[Dulcie williams]

We are looking for a reliable registered builder, electrician and plumber for renovations on our 100 year old 3 bed village house Near Ille sur tet, Perpignan 66. We need central heating installing,and electric rewire/upgrade. We also need new outside terrace strengthening, also new railings, stairs down to terraces and up to attic also the construction of a bathroom and roof repairs. Apart from all this the house is great!

This will be a lovely Catalan house when it is done, do you want to help us?

If so please email.

Dulcie & Peter Williams

[Paul Blandford]

Newly registered Carpentry & Renovation company based in The Mayenne, dept 53, bordering 44, 49, 35, 50 and 61.
Please see my website for more information, or contact me direct: Paul 02 43 06 60 91 or 06 30 30 22 03

[Paul Blandford]

Entreprise BLANDFORD. Sorry forgot to include the link to the website.
www.pwb53.com

[michael and beth]

we are looking for a good english speaking electrician who can rewire our small flat in bezier. we'll be out there the end of march. can anyone help?

[graham rollinson]

im a plumber looking for longtime work,ive got city and guilds, and fully timed served.can do copper,plastic,sanitry,waste,soil,pushfit,ive done industrial,commercial,new build houses.looking for any type of work in plumbing.done heating,fitting rads ex.. thanks graham

[PHIL]

HI,I AM AN ENGLISH BUILDER I HAVE A NVQ IN CARPENTRY AND JOINERY WITH TEN YEARS EXPERIENCE,FIVE OF THESE I HAVE BEEN RUNNING MY OWN COMPANY SPECIALIZING IN EXTENSIONS AND LOFT CONVERSIONS WORKING MAINLY OFF RECOMMENDATIONS FROM PREVIOUS CLIENTS,SOME LETTERS CAN BE SEEN ON MY WEBSITE WWW.HENRYKRELLER.CO.UK. IN THE TIME I HAVE BEEN BUILDING I HAVE PICKED UP A LOT OF USEFUL TRADES AND APART FROM ELECTRICAL AND SOME PLUMBING WORK I CAN DO EVERYTHING FROM FOOTINGS TO FITTINGS.MY FAMILY AND I HAVE NOW DECIDED THAT THE FRENCH LIFE IS FOR US AND I WOULD LIKE TO CONTINUE MY LINE OF WORK AFTER WE MOVE. IF THERE ARE ANY BUILDERS WHO HAVE MADE THE MOVE AND HAVE BEEN SUCCESSFUL I COULD DO WITH SOME ADVISE ON WORK PERMITS AND OTHER RED TAPE I MIGHT HAVE TO GET THROUGH, MANY THANKS

[Adrian]

, ASB Construction Sarl,Property removations and new buildings in Normandy & Brittany area, English owned, but with 75% French employees, established in 1991.A qualified experienced building company that you can communicate with and has a French workforce.
10 year insurance.

[valerie ashworth]

HI im an english lady decorator with a decorating partner full city and guilds interior/exterior work spraying to high standard will travel anywhere in france work guaranteed. if you require a better standard of work contact me email insideoutdecoration@hotmail.com

[Bob]

I have an old farmhouse Allier in need of some renovation, particularly roofing, floor laying and plumbing. If there are any experienced builders in my area interested in looking at the work, please contact me.

[Neil Hall]

English building firm located in
the Dordogne area of France. See our website for more information.
www.nsj.webeden.co.uk

[DeVille Property Services]

Fully French registered/insured renovation specialists. Offering a complete renovation/modernisation services to English property owners in the Normandy area of France. http://www.devilleservices.com

[Phil Palmer]

We were planning to move out to Brittany in a few years time.

Last year we gave 10000 Euros to a french registered building company as a deposit to renovate the roof.

We are now in a position to get this work done (as hopefully the worst of the winter is behind us).

However when we spoke to our contact today we found he and his parter are not with the business anymore and it is in the hands of some new people.

What are our chances of getting our deposit back ? or for them completing the work at the original quote?

We went with a french registered company for just this reason. The company is still in existance but the one remaining owner is not someone we had much dealings with?

Any advise would be appreciated?

Unfortunately we are not in a financial position to spend lots of money on legal bills nor can we afford to lose £7000

Help!