BUILDING | MAINTENANCE | RESTORATION
PAINTING | DECORATION
Based in the heart of the Blackdown Hills, Porch & Sons Ltd. is a family firm specialising in building, refurbishment, painting and
decorating, maintenance and restoration projects across Devon, Somerset and South West England.
Founded in 1959 by R.B Porch on a tradition of quality workmanship and a high level of customer satisfaction,
we now have the third generation of the Porch family in the company.
We employ specialist site contractors from tried and trusted firms, alongside our team of decorators, carpenters and masons.
Underpinning our approach to projects is management of health and safety, and an emphasis on sustainability.
ROBIN PORCH
Robin joined the family firm in 1971, managing and working in all aspects of construction, from sub-contract painting projects, domestic repairs and decoration, to specialist rendering of the Dome Palace in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and gold-plating of the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem.
CONAN PORCH
Trained in joinery, achieving the City & Guilds qualification, followed by a three year apprenticeship in painting and decorating, achieving the Advanced Craft Qualification in 2006. Conan has managed and worked on numerous projects, from new housing to high end refurbishment and decorating contracts for domestic and commercial clients.
JACOB PORCH
Jacob worked for a local farmer and contractor for 12 years, carrying out groundworks, commercial building and domestic building, including all aspects of construction and renovation, alongside 15 years responsible for the day to day management of a large free range chicken farm. Joining the family firm in 2015, Jacob has been a great asset to the business, managing and working on construction related projects.
BATHROOMS
UPVC WINDOWS & DOORS - FENSA REG. 42689
KITCHENS, PLUMBING & ELECTRICS
INTERIOR & EXTERIOR DECORATING
LIME WORK
AIRLESS SPRAYING
SPECIALIST WALL COVERINGS
BRICKWORK, BLOCKWORK, GROUND WORKS & DRAINAGE
GUTTERS & FASCIA BOARDS
COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL & DOMESTIC
SCHOOLS
“ "We were recommended to consider using Robin Porch several years ago for exterior painting and decorating work. This we did and were very pleased with the workmanship and enjoyed the team of workers he provided. More recently, we needed both renovation and painting/decorating inside. Robin and his family-run business again provided good workmanship, kept regular communication with ourselves and the other trades required. Living in a very old property, they were able to provide bespoke sensitive solutions to our unconventional concerns. 'Living on the job' for us was made as painless as they could and this, too, was really appreciated. Nothing was ever too much for them. It was lovely to see and observe people in their trade enjoy their work as much as they all did and we feel their actual work reflected that." ”
“ “From the first phone call with a dim idea of how we wanted to add ensuites to the bedrooms to the final beautiful rooms we now have, Robin Porch and his team were exceptional. Full of ideas and skills to bring the transformation to reality. This was an experience we thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you.” ”
“ We would thoroughly recommend Porch and Sons and after working with them for many years, have become accustomed to always receiving an exceptionally high standard of workmanship. The team is easy to deal with, being personable and conscientious. They have always been flexible in working with us, so there is minimal disruption to the daily running of our business. Robin is very approachable to discuss the job in hand, but also has a keen eye for what is required and a wealth of knowledge and experience mean he is full of sensible and artistic ideas and suggestions. No job is ever too big. Our Grade II listed building facade required repairs prior to decoration and Robin did his homework, sourcing appropriate traditional materials at the best price, for restoration of the architectural mouldings. He spent time liaising with the listed buildings consent department for us, resulting in a smoothly run project and an outstanding, sympathetic renovation. Whatever the job, attention to detail is faultless, with good preparation before and everything left clean and tidy after. We have always been totally satisfied and wouldn’t choose any other company. ”
“ Thanks to Robin and his team. They did a cracking job on our East Devon beat office. Turned up when expected and did all that was agreed and more. I would recommend them to anyone, and will certainly be using them for more work for the Forestry Commission in future. ”
FENSA is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Every FENSA Approved Installer, from large national brands to small local companies, is assessed regularly by us to ensure its standards are continually maintained.
uPVC windows and doors are the most energy-efficient option when looking to make replacements around the home.
Save money by making the switch to uPVC thanks to its ability to retain heat in the winter and cold air in the summer.
Choosing uPVC windows and doors reduces your carbon footprint, which, to many will be their greatest benefit.
You can only get a FENSA certificate with a FENSA Approved Installer.
It’s proof your installation:
Complies with Building Regulations
Is registered with the local council
Is backed by guarantee insurance
Get in touch for a free quote - however big or small the job.
We'd love to hear from you.
robinporch@hotmail.com
01823 680739
07973 839115
Porch & Sons, 2017