Doughty Contracting

Doughty Contracting has been successfully trading for over 25 years. We are able to undertake all aspects of construction, from bridges and roads, to a patio or garden path. All of our staff are tidy, courteous and complete all work to the highest standard without compromise. The company owner, Simon, is hands-on and has a vested interest in complete customer satisfaction.

At the heart of all building and construction work is a solid foundation. So whether you are planning to build a new house, add an extension, perhaps build a garage or erect some retaining walls, it's essential to ensure the groundwork is of the highest quality.

With over 35 years experience in all types of residential and commercial projects, Doughty Contracting are experts in all types of ground works, from foundations to drainage, including water treatment plants and underground rainwater storage.

There are many different types of tarmac, with different aggregates in different sizes and various types of binders in different colours. A tarmac surface is laid whilst hot and viscous, then levelled and compacted as quickly as possible. When it cools, it sets and each particle becomes bound to its neighbour.

Block paving comes in such a variety of patterns and colours it can be difficult to settle on the right look. The first choice is whether to opt for clay bricks, concrete blocks or natural stone block paving. Then what colour to chose? Red, blue or natural? Should the surface be multi-coloured or just one?

This versatile surface is increasingly popular for both indoor and external use. The basic premise is that a decorated or coloured gravel is 'glued' to an existing solid surface by means of a transparent or coloured resin. The result is an extremely hard-wearing surface, that is resistant to weeds and relatively low maintenance.