Bluetongue Construction - Newbury

Kate C.

My company Absolute Architecture have worked with Simon Darke and the team at Blue Tongue Construction on numerous projects including 2 500sqm+ new build dwellings and a substantial remodelling and extension project. Blue Tongue offer a collaborative approach with a focus on achieving excellent quality construction and interior detailing, delivered to program and on budget. Blue Tongue have experience of sustainable construction and have worked with us achieve excellent thermal performance and air tightness and incorporate renewable technologies. We and our clients have always very much enjoyed the process of working with Blue Tongue and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone considering a mid to high end build or renovation project.

Tom L.

Taking on a big building project can be daunting. Having had the architect and the QS put my house revamp and extension project out to tender, we decided to go for Blue Tongue (BT). The main reason was that the cost was competitive, but perhaps more so, the communications were always clear and timely, building confidence to proceed with BT on this large (for me) project. Budget was over £1m.

All building projects all inevitably have problems, delays, complexities that weren't foreseen, what I was impressed by, was how these challenges were dealt with.

The team at BT had regular site meetings, kept me informed oof likely variations and helped me reach the best decisions at each stage. I was running way over my planned budget at one point, and they were able to help with savings and solutions. They were transparent and tried to keep me ahead of any upcoming issues. Yes it was stressful, but that's what comes with such projects.

When it came to the all important snagging, 6 months and 12 months later, they were excellent at working through a long list of small to larger problems.

Overall, I'd say that any building project is bound to have unforeseen challenges, supplier delays etc ... and so it's unfair to pin those things on the builder. What I was looking for was practical and speedy solutions to each problem, as they arose. And that's what I got.

Conclusion: Recommend.

Jemma E.

Blue Tongue carried out two different projects within our home. A kitchen renovation and a barn development. Both projects were carried out without a hitch. They were excellent. Their trades people were reliable, their efficiency second to none and I cannot recommend them enough. Simon and Luke accommodated our vision no matter what and were fantastic to work with.

Billy S.

We worked closely with Simon and the Blue Tongue team on the refurbishment and extension of a large country house in Berkshire. Over the course of the 2 year project, they have been incredibly hard working and have achieved a very high quality finish. We're looking forward to working with them again soon.

Peter M.

The potentially difficult client / builder relationship was always excellent. The standard of workmanship was first class. The finished build was delivered on time and on budget. Post build snagging has been dealt with quickly and efficiently. We are very happy with the way Bluetongue built our house. Peter and Ellie Meiklejohn

ADAM H.

From start to finish, the blue tongue team provided a great service. Fantastic communication throughout the project, building quality was excellent. Project finished on time and budget, no issues at all. Big thanks to Simon, Tom, Richard & Luke. Would definitely recommend.

Harriet B.

We selected Blue Tongue Construction to build our new house and couldn't be happier with that decision. Simon and his team (led by Tom) were fantastic to work with. The whole build process was very smooth and, believe it or not, stress free! It was going to be a stretch to achieve what we wanted within our budget, but Simon was full of ideas to help us do that and we are so pleased with the end result. We are very much hoping Blue Tongue will help us again when we get to our next project!

Alastair M.

Bluetongue built a two storey extension, reconfigured a roof and remodelled internal spaces of a late 19th century village property. The project ran over 5-6 months, with several add-on stages afterwards. Simon (business owner) was very easy to work with throughout and put forward new ideas to enhance the original thinking.

The quality of work was excellent. His staff (builders and carpenter) were always courteous and thoughtful. In particular, Nigel's brickwork was first class and Tom was a very strong carpenter-come-foreman. The trades Bluetongue brought in for electrics, plastering and flooring were equally sound.

The approach to managing the budget and costs was completely open-book, which worked well for both parties. I'd use Bluetongue again, without hesitation.