A connected construction programme
Foundations, masonry, services and finishes form one house. Coordinating their interfaces gives you a practical place to discuss decisions that affect several stages of the build.
RW Brickwork & Construction LTD
New Buildsin Whitchurch, Shropshire
A home built around you. Complete residential construction from the first foundations to final handover. Start with a clear scope, a free survey and a fixed-price quotation.
- Free surveys & quotes
- Fixed-price quotations
- 9 years’ industry experience
- NVQ Bricklaying
- £10 million public liability cover
Your home, your priorities
New Builds shaped around the way you live
Building a new home involves more than constructing the shell. Ground conditions, structural design, drainage, energy performance and internal services all influence whether the finished house works as intended. RW undertakes residential new builds in Whitchurch, managing construction from groundworks through to the kitchen. Each trade’s requirements need consideration alongside the overall design.
Begin with a clear brief, drawings and specifications. Site access, incoming services, finished levels and materials should be understood before they become decisions made during construction. A free survey begins that conversation; a fixed-price quotation relates to an agreed scope rather than an undefined idea of a complete home.
Think about the house you will actually use: circulation, storage, kitchen positions and access to outdoor space. RW’s team of four brings hands-on construction experience. Clients arrange planning applications, while RW manages building control inspections and sign-off. Specialist design and investigations remain project-dependent requirements to establish before the affected work starts.
Before work begins
Resolve the cause, not just the visible problem
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A plot can present constraints not obvious from its boundaries. Ground conditions, changes in level, services and drainage outfalls affect how a home can be constructed. Appropriate investigation and setting out identify where the information needs development before substantial work begins.
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Separate design packages can conflict if considered in isolation. A structural member may occupy a duct route, a drain may clash with a foundation, or the kitchen may need services in an unsuitable position. Reviewing interfaces helps avoid unnecessary openings and compromised layouts.
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A home can look complete while important performance or compliance issues remain unresolved. Missing insulation at junctions, poorly sealed penetrations and incomplete commissioning can undermine the result. Inspection stages and required evidence should remain part of the construction sequence, not an administrative exercise deferred until handover.
Our process
From your first conversation to completion
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Discuss the outcome
Tell Ryan what you want new builds to change about your home. Explain the practical problem, who uses the space and which features matter most. Drawings, photographs and a clear address can help the initial discussion, but the final scope still depends on the site. If other trades or permissions are involved, raise them early so the project is considered as a whole rather than as an isolated finish.
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Survey the existing conditions
A free site survey helps establish the existing construction, available access and the limits of the proposed work. Discuss boundaries, neighbouring property, drainage and any areas that must stay usable. Where an issue needs specialist investigation or design, it should be addressed before the work is treated as straightforward. The aim is a defined starting point, not an unsupported promise that every hidden condition can be predicted.
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Agree the scope and quotation
Review the fixed-price quotation against the work you expect. The specification should make it clear what preparation, construction and finishing are included, and what depends on approvals or separate arrangements. Ask about material choices, site access, programme and payment terms before agreeing. If your plans change, discuss the effect on scope and price rather than assuming extra work is covered by the original agreement.
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Carry out the agreed work
The construction sequence follows the agreed project and site requirements. Preparation, supporting work and the visible finish need to be considered together. For extensions and new builds, RW coordinates the trades from groundworks through to the finished kitchen. For smaller projects, establish the relevant boundaries of the service in the quotation. Keep access and communication arrangements clear throughout, particularly where the household remains in occupation.
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Review completion and care
At completion, discuss the agreed work, any applicable building control sign-off and the care appropriate to the materials. For new works, check the written structural guarantee and its scope rather than assuming all elements have identical cover. Keep the quotation, relevant approvals and maintenance information together. A clear handover makes it easier to understand what has been built and which questions to raise if something later needs attention.
What matters in the finished work
Practical benefits, not just a different appearance
A defined basis for decisions
A developed specification makes a fixed-price quotation meaningful. Outstanding selections and investigations should be visible so you understand what is included and what still needs deciding.
Compliance alongside construction
Considering inspection stages and records while work progresses helps keep requirements connected to the actual build. Ask which completion documents apply to your project and retain them with your agreement.
The construction details
Planning your new builds project
Site preparation and substructure
Setting out follows the design information, with attention to boundaries, access and the relationship between floors and external ground. Foundation choice depends on loads and site conditions. Trees, variable ground or other constraints may justify investigations or engineering input. Underground drainage and incoming services need coordination before floors make routes harder to change. Arrange relevant inspections for work that becomes concealed. Unexpected findings should be assessed against the design and agreed scope before proceeding. Damp protection and floor insulation form the next connected layer, not separate finishing decisions.
Masonry and the structural shell
Walls, floors, openings and roof supports follow the project’s structural design. Masonry needs appropriate bonding, ties, bearings and movement provisions, with accurately positioned windows and doors. External walls also accommodate insulation, cavities and resistance to moisture. Brick, block, mortar and finishes depend on the specification; a visual concept does not settle their suitability. Check discrepancies while work remains accessible. Coordinating subsequent installations helps prevent completed structural work being disturbed because routes or openings were overlooked during an earlier stage.
Energy performance and ventilation
Fabric and services together determine energy performance. Insulation, windows, airtightness, heating and ventilation should be coordinated rather than chosen independently. Establish the applicable assessment, testing and commissioning requirements for the project. Plan and seal penetrations appropriately, with attention to thermal bridges at junctions. Ventilation should provide intended air movement rather than rely on accidental gaps. Heating systems and renewable technology depend on the agreed specification; no particular system is a standard inclusion without agreement. Leave access for installation and future maintenance rather than fitting services into whatever space remains.
Interior work and handover information
Partitions, stairs, openings and service routes reflect the layout and applicable fire, sound and accessibility requirements. Agree kitchens early enough to locate supplies, waste and ventilation before first fix. Record supply and installation responsibilities for cabinets, appliances and fittings. Plastering, joinery and floors need a sequence that avoids damage between trades. Review finishes and the operation of installed services at completion. Relevant certificates should come from responsible competent trades. Discuss building control completion and any outstanding items clearly rather than treating a visually finished house as sufficient evidence of completion.
Material and method examples describe considerations for your survey, not a promise that every option suits your property or is included in your quotation.
Straight answers
New Builds: your questions answered
How much does new builds cost in Whitchurch?+
The price depends on the measured scope, existing condition, access, material choices and any supporting work. A small, straightforward job cannot be priced on the same basis as one involving excavation, structural changes or difficult access. RW offers a free site survey and a fixed-price quotation for the agreed scope. Explain your priorities and share any drawings so Ryan can discuss what needs assessing. There is no published standard price or promise that an online estimate will cover your particular property.
How long will the work take?+
A programme needs to reflect the size of the work, access, material availability, approvals and the condition found on site. Weather can also affect outdoor construction and curing. Discuss a realistic sequence and any disruption before accepting your quotation. No standard completion time or guaranteed start date is advertised. If you have an important deadline, explain it at the first conversation so it can be considered rather than assumed.
What happens at the free survey?+
The survey starts with what you want to achieve and the current condition of the property. It is an opportunity to discuss access, boundaries, nearby buildings, existing finishes and any drawings or approvals you already have. The information helps define the proposed scope before a fixed-price quotation. A site visit is not a substitute for specialist investigations or structural design where those are needed; the next steps should reflect the actual project.
Who arranges planning permission and building control?+
Clients are responsible for arranging their planning applications. RW manages building control inspections and sign-off for building work where applicable. Planning permission, building regulations and any shared-boundary obligations are separate considerations. Whether a particular project needs approval depends on the work and property. Check with the relevant authority before starting; do not assume that a neighbour’s similar project settles the requirements for your home.
What guarantee is available?+
RW confirms a 15-year structural guarantee on new works, subject to the written terms. This is not a blanket guarantee for every finish, repair, existing structure or product. The precise coverage and exclusions must be checked against your project’s written documentation before you commit. Ask Ryan which parts of your proposed work fall within that guarantee. Manufacturer information and normal maintenance requirements may be separate from structural cover.
How long should the finished work last?+
There is no single lifespan for every project. The existing ground or structure, material selection, exposure, use, installation requirements and ongoing care all affect performance. Ask which maintenance tasks apply to your chosen specification and what warning signs deserve attention. A stated structural guarantee is not a prediction of the lifespan of every material. Comparing proposals is easier when they explain the preparation and construction, not only the visible finish.
Do you offer emergency or same-day work?+
Emergency availability and same-day attendance are not advertised or guaranteed. Call Ryan to discuss your circumstances and current availability during the confirmed hours: Monday to Friday 8am–5pm and Saturday office hours 8am–1pm. If a wall or structure appears unsafe, keep people away and seek appropriate urgent safety advice rather than waiting for a routine quotation. The website does not offer an emergency booking service.
Do you work outside Whitchurch?+
RW serves Whitchurch (Shropshire), Chester, Nantwich, Malpas, South Cheshire, Shrewsbury, Crewe, Wem, Market Drayton. Share your address and the type of work you are considering so access and the practical scope can be discussed. Being within a listed service area does not mean a particular start date or site condition is already confirmed. The first step is a conversation with Ryan, followed by a free survey and a quotation for an agreed project.
How do payments work?+
RW accepts card and bank transfer; cash is not accepted. Deposit terms and payment milestones have not been published, so request the arrangements in writing alongside your quotation. Do not assume a no-deposit offer, weekly payment schedule or payment on completion only. A clear scope, agreed price and written payment arrangements help you compare the whole proposal rather than relying on a headline figure.
What should I have ready before discussing a new home?+
Bring the property address, available drawings, your priorities and information about planning or investigations already completed. Access, ground conditions, service connections and the level of specification affect the proposal. A construction quotation cannot replace unresolved design information. Discuss who is responsible for any additional design, assessment and approvals, then agree the scope that RW will manage from groundworks to the kitchen.
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