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Builders in Cork, Co. Cork

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Featured Reviews for Builders in Cork, Co. Cork

E.R.Design Architects L.T.D.
Builders in Cork, Co. Cork
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars11 October 2025
“We worked with Edel between January and September 2025 on a single storey bungalow project, which we wanted to be a passive house standard build with innovative building/construction technology. After the initial meeting and a few iterations in the outside design of the house, Edel and her team delivered a drawing, which met our expectations. Edel was very helpful in advising on additional resources we needed to engage with, in order to complete the package for planning application to Cork County Council. Edel showed flexibility to liaise with the recommended landscape designer and structural engineer, as well as with the engineered timber company we have shown interest in, to ensure a robust design for our new home. We thank Edel for her professional support in submitting our planning application, and the later requested additional information packages. We trust her knowledge and experience benefitted the design of our home-to-be, as well as the planning application process, which should soon result in a successful outcome from the council.”
Woods Project Management
Builders in Cork, Co. Cork
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars12 October 2021
“We were delighted with the job Ronan did, completely renovating a little apartment for us. Ronan made great suggestions for improvements, particularly to the bathroom and kitchen, both of which he remodelled to make the most of space. The kitchen in particular is stunning, with loads of storage space ingeniously added to what was a tiny cramped space. Ronan has a great eye for detail and is an absolute perfectionist. Can't recommend him highly enough!”
JLS Design
Builders in Cork, Co. Cork
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars13 March 2017
“Rob Jacob of JLS Design took on a tricky project, in that plans of the existing house had to be drawn up, plans for the new development drawn up, the necessary planning permission sought and the services of a structural engineer utilised for the base platform and steel work to be used. Rob not only gained all the necessary planning permission but also co-ordinated the project in conjunction with the structural engineer, welders and builder I had selected, the end result is stunning and has added tens of thousands onto the value of the house and completely transformed it for me to another dimension of living. The project consisted of a large first floor balcony and spiral staircase leading to a new tiled patio beneath. The project has added around 32m2 of new outdoor usable space to the house. Throughout the whole process Rob was easily contactable and enthusiastic regards the outcome and was great to work with. I believe his professional presentation to the planning dept helped greatly in gaining approval for the project.”
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Daily Rate
£350 per day on average
Busy Months
March - July
Not Busy Months
October - December
Builder FAQs
There are several reasons why you should hire a local builder in Cork:
  1. Local builders will be familiar with your local authorities building regulations, being able to advise on any relevant permits you need before work can begin.
  2. Builders near you will be aware of the climate of your area, and can recommend materials and construction methods suitable for your area.
  3. Building firms nearby will provide quicker responses and quotes compared to contractors outside of your local area, as they are nearby, they will often drop in to talk to you about your project and view the property.

For home builders, you will usually receive a quote for a building project instead of daily rates or hourly fees. The cost depends on various factors such as the type of job, builders experience and length of the project.

Expect to pay less for a small maintenance job such as brickwork repair or an extension of an existing wall than a new build project such as a kitchen or bathroom renovation and home extensions. After you’ve found a local builder for your project, speaking with them in detail about your project will help them give you an accurate estimate for the work required.
If you hire a home builder for a lengthy project, such as an extension, your builder may charge a daily rate. You can expect to pay around £350 per day for this. If your builder charges this way, ask for an estimation of how long this will take so you know roughly how much the total cost will be.
You can find a local builder in Cork with Houzz in two ways:

  1. Answer a few questions about your project to get matched with a local professional for free. Enter your postcode above to get started.
  2. Browse through our list of the best builders in Cork where you can find their profiles, reviews and photos of past work.

After choosing either option, you can reach out to the builders you want to discuss your project with. You can request and compare quotes before hiring the right builder for you.
When looking for a Cork building company to take on your project, you will want to know that they will be able to handle the job in good time and sticking to your agreed budget. A professional contractor will have worked on projects like yours previously and they will know exactly what to do.

Compile a shortlist of at least three builders in Cork that can handle the full scope of works, either by themselves or through sub-contracting. It is often a good idea to play devils advocate and ask what the builder will not be responsible for. Be wary of unusually cheap quotes. Ask for references and stories about how the builder has met different challenges along the way. If you can, you could try to see previous projects and talk to previous clients, or if not, read reviews, and ratings, and look at detailed photos of projects. All of which you can find on Houzz.

Why Hire Home Builders on Houzz?
130Local Pros on Houzz Who Serve Cork, Co. Cork
3,500+Total Number of Reviews Left by Homeowners
No matter what you are planning for, be it a renovation or home extension, or even brickwork, knowing who the best local builders near you will ensure your work is completed to a high standard. At Houzz, we’ve gathered the top local building companies in Cork ready to help with your next project. To help you find the best home builder for your home project, our builders come reviewed by past customers. On each builder's profile, you can view their reviews and images of past projects, read more about the builder and what they specialise in, as well as any credentials they have.