Family run builders ยท Bath since 1972

Quality building, the Bath way.

From extensions and loft conversions to complete new builds, R.J. Gore & Son have been building across Bath and Bristol since 1972. Traditional craft, modern standards, finished properly.

Since 1972Three generations of builders
10 yearNHBC warranty on new homes
Free quotesNo obligation
What we do

One firm for every part of the build

From the first drawings to the final finishes, the same family team handles your project. Here is the work we are asked for most.

A stone garden room extension with full-height corner glazing

Extensions & Conversions

  • Single and double-storey extensions
  • Loft and attic conversions
  • Garage and cellar conversions
  • Conservatories and sun rooms
  • Structural alterations
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A new detached Bath stone house built by R.J. Gore and Son

New Builds & Developments

  • Single house builds
  • Small mews and cottage developments
  • Major housing projects
  • Traditional and modern methods
  • 10 year NHBC warranty
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An open-plan kitchen and living space after a full renovation

Renovations & Stonework

  • Internal and external renovations
  • Brickwork, re-pointing and stonework
  • New and restored stone walls
  • Patios, decking and driveways
  • Roofing, carpentry and repairs
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Selected work

Built around Bath and Bristol

A look at the kind of work we take on, from full new builds to extensions, lofts and stonework.

A new Bath stone house with a block-paved driveway
New house build
A two-storey rear extension with bifold doors
House extension
A bright loft conversion bedroom with rooflights
Loft conversion
A new Bath stone boundary wall with piers
Stone walling
Why R.J. Gore & Son

Fifty years on Bath's doorstep

R.J. Gore has been trading since 1972, and became R.J. Gore & Son when Simon Gore joined in 1998. Over fifty years on, we still treat every job, large or small, with the same care and keep you in the loop the whole way through.

  • 01

    One family team, start to finish

    The people who quote your job are the people who build it. No subcontractor merry-go-round.

  • 02

    Accredited and vetted

    NHBC and TrustMark registered, and members of the Buy With Confidence scheme.

  • 03

    Backed by warranty

    All new housing comes with a 10 year NHBC warranty for real peace of mind.

Building plans, a spirit level and Bath stone samples on a project table
In their words

Trusted by local homeowners

A few words from customers across Bath and the surrounding villages.

We are very pleased with the extension and patio and will certainly keep you in mind for future work.
Mrs H, BathExtension & patio
We are very pleased with the end result. As you said at the start, so very difficult to envisage a dirty old loft becoming such an exciting room, and so much space.
P.S, Bradford on AvonLoft conversion
Jackie and I would like to thank you and your contractors for the excellent work you have done here, and we would be happy to recommend you for further work.
S.A, BathGeneral building work

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