Not necessarily. While we are happy to work from plans you have already had drawn up, we offer a complete "design and build" service. We can recommend trusted local architects and structural engineers who know the Brighton planning system well. We can manage the entire process for you, from the initial concept drawings and submitting Planning Applications to the final build.

Yes, we provide free, no-obligation quotations. Unlike a simple estimate, our quotes are detailed and itemised. We will visit your property to survey the site and discuss your requirements in depth. We believe in transparency, so our quote will break down the costs of labour and materials, giving you a clear understanding of where your budget is going.

This is one of our key strengths. Ridge Group Contracting employs a multi-disciplinary team of in-house specialists, including carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and bricklayers. This allows us to maintain strict quality control and better communication. For highly specialist tasks (such as scaffolding or specific heritage glazing), we work with a tight network of trusted local partners we have known for years.

Absolutely. We hold full Public Liability Insurance and Employers’ Liability Insurance. This protects you, your property, and our workforce throughout the duration of the project. We are happy to provide proof of insurance documents prior to the commencement of any works.

We pride ourselves on transparent pricing. However, during renovation work—especially in older Brighton properties—unforeseen issues can occasionally arise (such as hidden damp or structural faults). If this happens, or if you decide to change the scope of work mid-project, we will stop and discuss it with you immediately. We will provide a written quote for the additional work, and we will not proceed until you have agreed to the costs. You will never be hit with a surprise bill at the end.

es, we are specialists in local Brighton masonry, including Bungaroosh (a traditional composite of lime, flint, and brick). We understand that these walls need to "breathe" and cannot be treated with standard cement renders or gypsum plasters, which cause damp. We use traditional techniques and compatible materials, such as lime mortar, to ensure the structural integrity and health of your period property.

es. We stand by the quality of our craftsmanship. All our structural work and installations come with a guarantee. For new builds and major structural alterations, we work to NHBC and LABC standards, ensuring you have the necessary 10-year structural warranties required for mortgages and resale.

Every project is different, but we will provide you with a realistic timeline before we start. We use critical path analysis to schedule our trades efficiently, minimising downtime. For example, a standard loft conversion typically takes 6–8 weeks, while a kitchen extension might take 10–12 weeks. We understand that living on a building site can be stressful, so we work hard to stick to the schedule and get you back to normal life as soon as possible.

Yes, we have a dedicated commercial division. We work with landlords, business owners, and developers on office fit-outs, retail refurbishments, and hospitality projects (hotels/restaurants). We understand the commercial need for speed and compliance, offering out-of-hours working where necessary to minimise disruption to your business operations.