Business Details
18 Years
experience
Award-Winning Building Contractors in Gloucester
Established in 2008, Thorn Homes has built a reputation as one of Gloucestershire's most reputable building contractors. Our team of skilled tradesmen, many with over a decade of experience, delivers high-quality new builds, extensions, and renovations across Gloucester, Cheltenham, and surrounding areas. As award-winning members of the Federation of Master Builders and Trust Mark, we adhere to rigorous industry standards, with our work independently inspected to ensure compliance. Our Build Assure membership provides clients with up to 10 years of insurance coverage for new builds and extensions. We specialise in complete project management from planning to completion, offering competitive pricing without compromising on quality.Client testimonials highlight our reliability, problem-solving approach, and commitment to minimising disruption during construction. Trevor Thorn, our founder, brings extensive industry expertise and a dedication to local community initiatives, including partnerships with Breathe Magic charity. We provide complimentary consultations and no-obligation quotes, ensuring tailored solutions for residential and commercial projects. Our portfolio includes complex two-storey extensions, underground sustainable builds, and Cotswold stone properties that blend with local architecture. Recognised in The Telegraph as a Top 20 Award-Winning builder, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to meet diverse client needs.
Services
New builds
Extensions
Architectural services
Roofing services
Maintenance management
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Award-winning builders with 15+ years' experience since 2008
- Skilled tradesmen with 10+ years' average team tenure
- Federation of Master Builders membership ensures quality standards
- 10-year insurance-backed guarantees through Build Assure
- Comprehensive project management from planning to completion
Associations and certifications
- Federation of Master Builders
- Trust Mark
- RIBA
- Build Assure
What people say
Very competent company
Friendly and reliable builders
Delighted with building works
Overcome complications
Prompt start date
Services
New builds
We deliver custom residential and commercial properties, including detached houses, bungalows, and sustainable underground builds. Our projects incorporate local materials like Cotswold stone to blend with surroundings. Clients benefit from comprehensive management covering planning, design coordination, and construction oversight.
Extensions
Specialising in single and two-storey extensions, garage conversions, and loft transformations. We double property sizes while minimising disruption, using phased crews for groundwork, roofing, and finishing trades. Projects include accessible annexes and complex rear extensions with glass feature roofs.
Architectural services
Our RIBA-chartered team provides planning drawings and full architectural support. We coordinate with builders to streamline projects, offering expertise in securing planning permissions and creating designs that meet building regulations and client specifications.
Roofing services
As leading Gloucestershire roofing contractors, we handle complete roof installations, repairs, and replacements. Our expertise covers traditional and modern roofing systems, ensuring watertight solutions that complement property aesthetics and meet building standards.
Maintenance management
We oversee ongoing maintenance for residential and commercial properties, coordinating tradespeople for repairs and improvements. This service ensures long-term property value retention through proactive issue resolution and quality workmanship.
People
Trevor Thorn
Founder & Managing Director
With over 15 years' experience, Trevor established Thorn Homes after successful projects in Gloucestershire. He leads a skilled team, maintains FMB board membership, and supports local charities like Breathe Magic through industry connections.
Questions
What building services do you offer?
We specialise in new builds, property extensions, architectural services, roofing projects, and maintenance management across Gloucestershire.
Are you accredited by industry bodies?
Yes, we're members of the Federation of Master Builders, Trust Mark, and Build Assure, with RIBA-chartered architectural staff.
How do you manage building projects?
We provide full project management from planning through completion, ensuring seamless coordination between architects and builders.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Gloucester, Cheltenham, and surrounding Gloucestershire areas for residential and commercial projects.
What guarantees do you provide?
Our Build Assure membership offers 10-year insurance coverage for new builds and extensions as standard.
