Minor Works & Maintenance
We offer a diverse range of Minor Works & Maintenance services across Southern England. Our operatives regularly undertake training courses and health and safety awareness courses to ensure that they understand the potential underlying hazards found within many of the buildings that we work on.
Principal Contractor/Construction Trades/Reactive Works
Gwella Minor works delivers a diverse range of projects across its varied client base. We have the commitment to transform requirements into a delivered project.
We have an in-depth understanding of the regulatory requirements of CDM which our senior management team are familiar with liaising with the client and principal designer throughout the project.
Our skilled tradesman can oversee smaller, short term refurbishments or reinstatement works, ensuring smooth delivery, cost efficiency and timely completion is met at all times.
For key clients we are able to provide reactive labour for any emergency call outs (24/7) works across all our minor works service offerings:
- Carpentry & Joinery
- Plaster Boarding & Skimming
- Masonry & Brickwork
- Groundworks & Civils
- Windows & Doors
- Decoration
- Flooring
- Suspended Ceilings and Partitions
- Soffits, Fascia & Guttering
Roofing
Felt Systems
All our systems are backed by product manufacture guarantees, offering clients added assurance of complete weather and building protection; all installed by our fully trained expert team of roofers.
Single Ply & EPDM
Known for its flexibility, durability and long-life performance, single ply provides complete waterproofing protection. Single ply is an ideal roofing solution for those seeking the best in high quality roofing technology and performances to almost any surface.
Slating & Tiling
Our Roofing team have been repairing, refurbishing and installing tiled and slate roofs for over 30 years, and can advise on the right material for complete waterproofing protection.
GRP Roofing
Offering instant waterproofing protection, with no joints or welded seams, liquid plastic coatings are a low maintenance roofing solution, with its flexible membrane making it an ideal choice for flat roofs, balconies, plant and large roofing areas.
Asbestos Removal & Re-roofing works
Gwella’s expert in-house asbestos removal and re-roofing capability means it can provide a complete one stop shop facility for various clients, especially within the public sector. Upfront planning acting as the Principal Contractor from arranging suitable access in mainly fixed scaffolding, phasing of the asbestos roof removal and re-instatement of various roof finishes.
Fire Door Installation & Maintenance
Choosing Gwella Contracting Services as your fire door installation and maintenance contractor is a decision that ensures compliance, quality, and peace of mind.
With our expertise, traceability, and ongoing commitment to maintaining high standards, Gwella offers the reliable service that every responsible building owner needs.
In the United Kingdom, fire safety regulations are among the most stringent in the world, and for good reason. The devastation caused by fire incidents can be catastrophic, endangering lives and causing significant financial loss. Fire doors play a crucial role in preventing the spread of fire and smoke, providing valuable time for building occupants to evacuate safely. Ensuring these doors are installed and maintained correctly is not just a legal requirement but a moral responsibility.
Choosing a company accredited by BM Trada, such as Gwella Contracting Services, for the installation and maintenance of fire doors offers significant advantages. BM Trada is an internationally recognised certification body that sets the benchmark for quality in fire safety systems. Their certification programmes ensure that companies follow best practices in fire door installation, inspection, and maintenance.
Our clients' reviews
We're proud of the professionalism and attention to detail that our Building & Reinstatement team prove on all of their jobs. Read a few testimonials from our delighted customers.
I would not hesitate to have this same team on another project
“I wanted to take the opportunity to show some appreciation and express thanks for how Adam and Sean and his team have performed and conducted themselves so far. I would not hesitate to have this same team on another project. The building is looking much improved and their professionalism has not gone unnoticed. Sharleen has also been attentive and has supported them throughout.”
Delivered great results
“Just wanted to say thank you for your assistance with [a recent job]. Appreciate how complex and difficult it was at times but we are nearly there and your guys have performed well and delivered great results. Please pass on our gratitude to all involved.”
Very professional work
“Thank you for the work you have completed. Very professional work.”
We will 100% be using you moving forward
“Just wanted to say a massive thank you to you and your team for the couple of jobs they have done in the last week. Car park was done very quickly this morning and looks really good. Also done in very good time and has allowed us to re-open it already. We will 100% be using you moving forward.”
An excellent outcome
“I’ve felt the need to write this email to convey how pleased I am with your installation of the W08 spray booth access walkway. I have just spoken to the Building Manager and he is also over the moon.
Considering yourselves and STQ had a late start yesterday morning due to logistical reasons, the engineers have pushed on and just completed the install in record time.
Please give my thanks to the relevant engineers and thanks to all involved in getting this over the line to an excellent outcome.”
High standard
“Thank you for completing the works in cleaning and propping-up on the 5th floor to a high standard”
Smoothly and safely
“Just a quick note to say how smoothly and safely the investigations went today at 66 St Nicholas. Colin was organised, safety first and as always just a very pleasant person to work with. The operative, Trevor, from Gwella, was safe, tidy and got what we were trying to do immediately; hats off to him also. So just a big thank you from me to you and the team.”
It would be great to work together in future
“Firstly, I would like to thank you on behalf of Hughes and Salvidge for all Gwella’s support in this project, which is a fair distance from our base. It would be great to work together in future. I’m sure we could help each other on various projects in a number of locations.”
Many thanks…
“Many thanks for the good work”
Looking good
“Looking good and thank you for the hard work over the weekend.”
Another great job
“Another great job done by the Gwella building division, please can you thank Rob and Matt for their efforts.”
Thank your Gwella operatives
“Can you thank your Gwella operatives and your team for all they have done this year, and we’ll catch-up in the new year regarding future works.”
A reliable ‘Go To’ contractor
“Gwella have provided a professional & highly responsive service to my company projects both in the construction and asbestos roles as a reliable ‘Go To’ contractor.”
Professionalism and integrity
“I have had the pleasure working alongside Gwella on various challenging projects since their inception. Whether works has been planned or reactive, they have demonstrated professionalism and integrity, constantly delivering on time and to budget across all of their disciplines. I look forward to further strengthening our business relationship in the near future.”
Attention to detail
“Gwella Contracting Services have provided a wide range of services for me, and have always done so in a timely, competitive and safe manner. The attention to detail they provide is second to none and the expertise they possess gives them an advantage over others. From Asbestos works, Thermal Insulation, to general building works they are fast becoming industry leaders in the South West. Thanks again Guys!”
Minimal disruption
“I would like to thank Gwella Contracting for all of the efforts you made carrying out our factory refit, working around our normal day to day activities with minimal disruption. It was a pleasure working with your team and hope we may be able to do business in the future.”
Health and Safety is on-point
“Worked with Gwella as a preferred contractor for some time now. Olly and his team have supported us on a framework very consistently during this time. Health and Safety is on-point and nothing is ever too much trouble. Their service, from initial survey /site visit to delivery of a project or small works, is impressive and one not to be missed. I will continue to use Gwella for any of our Construction / ACM licensed and non-licensed works. Highly recommend this company to anyone. Well done Gwella.”