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Tip: Always Get 3 Quotes

Never hire the first builder you contact. Request quotes from at least three established Edinburgh builders for any significant project. Compare not just price but what's included, timescales and their experience with similar properties. Three quotes typically reveal realistic market rates and highlight any unusually low or high bids that warrant investigation.

Tip: Check for Listed Building Experience

If your Edinburgh property is listed or in a conservation area, prioritise builders with proven experience in such properties. Specialist knowledge of period-appropriate materials, traditional techniques and dealing with conservation officers prevents expensive mistakes. Ask specifically about previous listed building projects and check they understand Edinburgh's Historic Environment Record requirements.

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Builders in Edinburgh

List of building contractors in Edinburgh. Find a comprehensive selection of recommended building contractors with detailed business profiles, services, and unbiased customer reviews. Get free quotes!

About Edinburgh

About Edinburgh

Edinburgh's housing stock is remarkably diverse, ranging from 18th-century Georgian townhouses in the New Town to Victorian tenements in Leith and modern family homes across suburbs like Morningside and Colinton. With a population of around 530,000, the city spans ancient conservation areas requiring specialist building knowledge alongside newer residential developments. Many properties are listed or located in conservation areas, meaning builders must navigate strict planning rules. Edinburgh's Scottish granite and stone buildings demand specific expertise, and the city's climate means damp-proofing and weather resistance are crucial considerations.

Edinburgh's mix of historic tenements, Georgian terraces and modern developments means builders are in constant demand across the city. Whether you're restoring period features in the Old Town or extending a suburban villa, local builders understand Edinburgh's unique planning constraints and the specific skills needed for Scotland's varied property stock.

Why use Handy Builders to find Builders in Edinburgh

Finding a trustworthy builder in Edinburgh doesn't need to be difficult. Handy Builders connects you with vetted local tradespeople who know Edinburgh's building regulations, listed building requirements and the quirks of working in Scotland's capital. You'll get matched with builders who have genuine experience in your area.

Getting quotes is straightforward and free. Simply describe your project and receive competitive quotes from multiple builders in Edinburgh. Compare prices, experience and reviews all in one place, saving you hours of research and phone calls.

Our builders understand Edinburgh's unique property challenges: from navigating the Listed Buildings regulations in the New Town to managing damp in older properties, and working with Edinburgh Council's planning requirements. Local expertise means better advice and fewer costly mistakes on your project.

How much do Builders charge in Edinburgh?

Builder costs in Edinburgh vary significantly based on project scope and property type. For basic work like internal partitioning or straightforward renovations, expect to pay £150-250 per day for skilled tradespeople in 2026. Listed building restoration commands premium rates of £200-300 per day due to specialist skills required. Extension projects typically cost £1,500-3,000 per square metre depending on finish quality. A full house renovation in a Georgian property might range from £80,000-150,000 depending on extent. Always request itemised quotes that break down labour, materials and project timescale to understand true costs.

Aitken Builders

Aitken Builders

Edinburgh, Scotland, Scotland, EH14 2QR (3.34 ml)

A family run business based in Edinburgh, Aitken Builders Limited has a pedigree in excess of twenty years of quality building work specialising in attic conversions, extensions, electrical work, plumbing, joinery and plastering to private, commercial and industrial clients. All of our workmen are experienced and qualified to a high standard and the quality of their work will leave you delighted. Aitken Builders now offer bespoke joinery too. less

DMRBuilder

DMRBuilder

Edinburgh, Scotland, Scotland, EH12 8DX (3.72 ml)

Are you looking for the best attic conversion in Edinburgh then you have to contact DMR Builder? They help to improve your house according to the latest kitchen, bathroom installers.

Edinburgh Paving Ltd

Edinburgh Paving Ltd

Edinburgh, Scotland, Scotland, EH17 8HW (3.75 ml)

Edinburgh Paving Ltd are a local team of highly experienced landscape & driveway contractors based in Edinburgh, East Lothian. We offer a wide range of services that include mono-block driveways, resin bound driveways, pattern imprinted concrete driveways, patios, paving, hard landscaping & soft landscaping. less

Lothian Construction

Lothian Construction

Edinburgh, Scotland, Scotland, EH12 8DJ (3.77 ml)

Lothian Construction Ltd. is a well-established construction company of highly skilled builders. Our specialist areas are: home remodelling and renovation - attic, loft and garage conversions - home extensions - high quality new-build housing construction. As an Edinburgh construction company covering both the city, the Lothian and Fife areas, we employ local tradesmen and subcontractors. less

Boxelder Landscapes

Boxelder Landscapes

Kirknewton, West Lothian, Scotland, (3.96 ml)

We are a professional garden landscaping company based in Edinburgh. We provide a wide range of services including: Block paving, patios, walling, fencing and decking. From our base in Edinburgh the team at Boxelder Landscapes specialise in ‘hard landscaping'. We offer a professional and reliable landscaping service throughout Edinburgh and the Lothians. The company was set up in 2008 and has grown ever since building an excellent reputation. less

Mark Brock Builders

Mark Brock Builders

Edinburgh, Scotland, Scotland, EH17 8UN (4.21 ml)

Helping clients to fulfil requirements, the company provides a service with a professional builder. With quality and friendly staff, the service is intended to be cost effective. With just a small team of hard working trades people, Mark Brock Building Ltd has an expierenced team, qualified to city and guilds level. Mark Brock Building ltd has an expanding network of clients, located around Edinburgh, including private individuals who can give references. less

Bell Stonemasons & Builders

Bell Stonemasons & Builders

Musselburgh, East Lothian, Scotland, (4.75 ml)

We are a team of highly skilled stonemasons and general builders with over 29 years' experience in the construction industry. We provide a high level of workmanship and a dedicated service in all aspects of general building and stonemasonry work. We pride ourselves on providing expert attention to detail and a high quality finish every time. less

Burgh Stonemasonry

Burgh Stonemasonry

Musselburgh, East Lothian, Scotland, EH21 6TT (4.88 ml)

Burgh Stone masonry are a local based company of Edinburgh stone masons with a wealth of experience in stone restoration and building conservation for commercial and private clients. We pride ourselves on our growing reputation of providing a quality service for all elements of stone repairs, conservation and building works to the highest standards. Stone masons, including the position of stonemasonry lecturer at Edinburghs Telford College. less

The Complete Building Service

The Complete Building Service

Musselburgh, East Lothian, Scotland, EH21 6SD (5.12 ml)

Call The Complete Building Service in Musselburgh, Midlothian, when you need builders offering premium home improvements. We have more than 40 years of experience in the construction trade and are exceptionally skilled in project management. Count on our trustworthy staff today-we work hard to take the stress and hassle out of your build. Our loyal customers regularly come back for more of our high-quality work, outstanding prices, and friendly staff. less

Watson & Lyall

Watson & Lyall

Loanhead, Midlothian, Scotland, EH20 9LZ (5.34 ml)

Watson and Lyall Limited are all trades Building and Maintenance Contractors who were established in 1985. We carry out all types of building projects for private and public sector clients in Edinburgh and the Lothians, from minor repairs to major refurbishments of around £500,000. We are based in Bilston Glen Industrial Estate, Loanhead, where we built and fitted out our company premises in 2003. less

Wcml

Wcml

Musselburgh, East Lothian, Scotland, EH21 6BB (5.37 ml)

WCML is an intimate business where each client is as important as the next, and every job, large or small, receives the best standard of workmanship. We as a company realise that each home is unique and therefore we treat each job with a professional yet friendly service where the relationship between contractor and client is trusted and assured. less

Andrew Thomas Builders

Andrew Thomas Builders

Musselburgh, East Lothian, Scotland, EH21 6QA (5.39 ml)

Welcome to the website of Andrew Thomas Builders Ltd, which is part of the Andrew Thomas Group, and this is the portal to our group of companies of which construction/property development is the main element. Andrew Thomas Group are based Musselburgh, and operates mainly in the Edinburgh and Lothian's serving public, private and commercial clients. We would welcome any feedback/testimonials from clients on how to improve our services so feel free to contact us with your ideas. less

Musselburgh Roofing & Building Services

Musselburgh Roofing & Building Services

Musselburgh, East Lothian, Scotland, EH21 6RB (5.5 ml)

Musselburgh Roofing and Building Services is a Lothian based Father and Son run Business with experience of 50 years in Roofing and Building. Together with our workforce who have all the necessary skills and qualifications to carry out successfully the work they are instructed to do. Our range of work is from the smallest repairs and maintenance to major contracts to the excess of a Million Pounds. Our Clients extend from Local Authorities to Commercial Industrial i.e. less

Musselburgh Slaters

Musselburgh Slaters

Musselburgh, East Lothian, Scotland, EH21 7BG (5.71 ml)

Musselburgh Slaters are a reliable and experienced business. Based in Musselburgh we service the entire Lothian and Borders area. We strive to ensure that all our customers are completely satisfied with their finished product. We have over 50 years combined experience in the building trade you can be assured of a professional and high quality finish to your work. We also provide and fast and efficient emergency service. Full information on our services page. less

Stuart Wood Joiners & Builders

Stuart Wood Joiners & Builders

Musselburgh, East Lothian, Scotland, EH21 7EX (6.03 ml)

With over 24 years of experience in the building industry, Stuart Wood Joiners & Builders is a family run business since 1972. Stuart's dad George started the business in 1972 and made an excellent name for himself. Stuart joined the business in 1989 and with his enthusiasm and his dad's expertise they went from strength to strength. Stuart Wood Joiners & Builders are now in their third generation as Stuart's son Curtis has joined the business. less

Building Services near popular streets

Find Builders near Princes Street, EH2 2TR EH2 2TR

The properties surrounding Princes Street and Edinburgh's city centre are predominantly Victorian and Georgian commercial buildings with residential flats above. Builders working in this prime location need experience with listed building conservation, period stonework and tight urban spaces. Many projects involve sympathetic interior modernisation while preserving historic facades. Finding a builder who understands Edinburgh's strictest conservation requirements and can navigate listed building consent is essential for any work in this prestigious area.

Find Builders near Morningside Road, EH10 5DL EH10 5DL

Morningside is home to substantial Victorian villas, stone-built detached properties and tree-lined residential streets. Builders here frequently undertake extensions, loft conversions and comprehensive renovations of these characterful family homes. Many properties require specialist knowledge of period features including original cornicing and plasterwork. The area's mature neighbourhoods mean builders must be sensitive to neighbour relations and often operate within strict time windows. Local builders understand Morningside's specific planning policies and conservation area requirements.

Find Builders near Royal Mile, EH8 8DX EH8 8DX

The Royal Mile runs through Edinburgh's Old Town where ancient tenement buildings date back centuries. Builders in this area face unique challenges: cramped access, listed building status, and properties with significant structural and damp issues. Work here demands specialists experienced in traditional sandstone properties, period lime mortars and navigating Historic Scotland requirements. Access is often restricted and projects typically progress slowly due to the listed building scrutiny. Finding a builder with Old Town tenement expertise and patience for meticulous conservation work is crucial.

Frequently Asked Questions

Start by checking credentials: ensure builders are registered with appropriate bodies like CIOB or have verified insurance. Ask for references from recent Edinburgh projects, particularly similar properties. Interview multiple builders and compare not just price but their understanding of your specific needs. Check online reviews and ask to visit previous work in comparable Edinburgh properties. Reliable builders will provide detailed written quotes, clear timescales and explain their approach to challenges like listed building regulations. Trust your instincts during conversations, and avoid anyone reluctant to provide references or detailed costings.

Planning permission requirements depend entirely on your project scope. In Edinburgh, most listed buildings require consent for external alterations and some internal changes. Conservation area properties often need permission for roof works, windows or boundary changes. Extensions, loft conversions and changes of use typically require permission unless they fall within permitted development rights. Smaller jobs like kitchen updates or internal decoration don't need permission. Edinburgh Council's planning department provides guidance, but most reliable builders will advise whether your project needs permission. Always clarify this before hiring to avoid costly delays or enforcement action by the council.

Tips
Tip: Always Get 3 Quotes

Never hire the first builder you contact. Request quotes from at least three established Edinburgh builders for any significant project. Compare not just price but what's included, timescales and their experience with similar properties. Three quotes typically reveal realistic market rates and highlight any unusually low or high bids that warrant investigation.

Tip: Check for Listed Building Experience

If your Edinburgh property is listed or in a conservation area, prioritise builders with proven experience in such properties. Specialist knowledge of period-appropriate materials, traditional techniques and dealing with conservation officers prevents expensive mistakes. Ask specifically about previous listed building projects and check they understand Edinburgh's Historic Environment Record requirements.

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