Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Construction & Plumbing Services in Chesterfield
Established in 2005, L B & J Mather is a family-run business rooted in Derbyshire with a heritage dating back to the 17th century. Our expertise spans building, plumbing, and joinery services, with a particular focus on restoring listed buildings, churches, and cathedrals. We serve clients such as The National Trust and Chatsworth Estate, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques. Our team has decades of experience working with materials like slate, stone, and timber, ensuring historical integrity meets contemporary standards. We hold accreditations including Gas Safe, OFTEC, and HETAS registrations, underscoring our commitment to quality and safety.Our joiners specialize in soft and hardwood restoration, while our building division handles roofing, groundwork, and agricultural structures. With a dedicated workshop and linseed oil dipping facilities, we deliver bespoke solutions tailored to each project's unique requirements. Our clients benefit from transparent communication, meticulous attention to detail, and a deep understanding of heritage conservation. Operating across Derbyshire and surrounding areas, we maintain a reputation for reliability and excellence. Our 24/7 client support ensures seamless project coordination from inception to completion.
Services
Joinery
Building
Plumbing
Blacksmithing
Restoration
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in heritage building restoration.
- Our Gas Safe and HETAS-accredited team ensures compliance and safety.
- We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern construction techniques.
- Our joiners specialize in bespoke hardwood and softwood solutions.
- We operate across Derbyshire and surrounding areas with local expertise.
Associations and certifications
- Gas Safe
- OFTEC
- HETAS
Services
Building
We undertake comprehensive building projects including listed structure restoration, agricultural buildings, and traditional roofing with slate, tiles, and metal sheeting. Our expertise extends to lime mortar pointing, horsehair plastering, and groundwork for foundations and drainage. With decades of experience in Derbyshire's heritage sector, we combine historical preservation techniques with modern construction standards to deliver durable, compliant solutions for both private and public sector clients.
Plumbing
Our plumbing services cover boiler installations, gas and oil heating systems, unvented cylinder testing, and bathroom renovations. Accredited by Gas Safe, OFTEC, and HETAS, we specialize in solid fuel and LPG systems for heritage properties. From emergency repairs to full central heating installations, our team ensures compliance with current regulations while maintaining the character of historic buildings across Derbyshire and surrounding areas.
Joinery
Our joinery division works with hardwood and softwood to create bespoke windows, doors, roof trusses, and kitchens. With specialist restoration experience dating back to the 19th century, we replicate traditional joinery techniques while incorporating modern durability enhancements. The workshop produces custom fittings for listed buildings and private residences, maintaining historical accuracy through precise craftsmanship and material selection.
Blacksmithing
Continuing a 17th-century tradition, our blacksmiths create ornamental and functional ironwork using time-honoured techniques. From gates and railings to structural components, we blend historical methods with contemporary design requirements. This service supports both restoration projects and new builds needing period-appropriate metalwork solutions across Derbyshire's heritage sites.
Restoration
Specializing in listed buildings and ecclesiastical structures, our restoration work preserves historical integrity while meeting modern standards. We handle stone masonry, timber frame repairs, and traditional roofing for Grade I/II listed properties. With deep local knowledge and archival research capabilities, we ensure every project maintains its original character through appropriate materials and techniques approved by English Heritage and conservation officers.
People
David Beckett
Director
David Beckett has led L B & J Mather since 1979, bringing over 45 years of experience in heritage construction. He oversees project management and client relations, ensuring traditional craftsmanship standards are maintained across all operations.
G Robert Beckett
Director
G Robert Beckett co-owns L B & J Mather with David Beckett, managing technical operations since 1979. His expertise in listed building regulations and conservation techniques ensures compliance with English Heritage requirements across all restoration projects.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily operate across Derbyshire and surrounding regions, with extensive experience working on heritage sites within the Peak District.
Are you qualified for listed building work?
Yes, our team has decades of experience working on Grade I/II listed buildings, with Gas Safe, OFTEC, and HETAS accreditations for compliance.
What joinery services do you offer?
We provide bespoke hardwood and softwood joinery including windows, doors, roof trusses, and custom kitchens using traditional techniques.
Can you handle agricultural building projects?
Yes, we construct and restore steel-framed agricultural buildings and traditional farm structures using appropriate heritage materials.
What plumbing accreditations do you hold?
We are Gas Safe, OFTEC, and HETAS registered, qualified to work on gas, oil, LPG, and solid fuel heating systems in heritage properties.
