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about build my home

About build my home

Combined expertise.

Our Sussex based team has over 50 years of combined experience in the building trade, we have all the skills from structural architecture, carpentry, plumbing, decorating and so much more to achieve the perfect space.

We’re here to take the hassle out of your next building project and deliver something truly special for you and your family. We combine meticulous craftsmanship with a modern, forward-thinking approach to make sure you’re left with a build that ticks all your boxes.

friendly
We do our best to work around you, to ensure that you are happy every step of the way.
flexible
We know you have personal commitments and do our best to work around your schedule.
family
We are an independent, local and family run business based in Brighton and Hove.
Master Builder awards

Master Builder Awards 2023 national winner

Our project in Brighton was ambitious – Constructing a two-storey, three-bedroom home, all under restrictive planning regulations.

Brian Berry, chief executive of the Federation of Master Builders, said: “This is a top-quality development, which truly demonstrates what can be achieved using innovative methods...Build My Home is a worthy winner.”

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Our Awards and Affiliates
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The directors

Mike Ford Founder & Managing Director

A carpenter by trade, Michael has bags of experience in project-managing sites. He’s the face of our company – the guy you can rely on to carefully steward every step of the design process, whatever the weather.

Mike Ford - Founder & Managing Director

John Ford Founder & Managing Director

John has enjoyed a long career in the building trade. Since the 1980s, he’s worked on all kinds of interesting construction projects; he’s worked on major builds for schools and hospitals and has overseen wide range of residential builds and restorations.

John Ford - Founder & Managing Director

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Our management team

Dennis Kroese Senior Site Manager

Dennis Kroese - Senior Site Manager

Adam Cartwright Senior Site Manager

Adam Cartwright - Senior Site Manager

Ian Fleming Site Manager

Ian Fleming - Site Manager

Rob Gray Site Manager

Rob Gray - Site Manager

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