Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Partner in Norwich
Established in 1960, Draper & Nichols has built a reputation as a trusted construction contractor serving Norfolk and Suffolk. Our expertise spans commercial and residential projects, from new builds to heritage restorations. With decades of collective experience, our team prioritises quality workmanship, timely delivery, and strict adherence to health and safety standards. We hold accreditations from leading industry bodies and employ locally trained subcontractors for specialist works.Our commitment to innovation and client satisfaction is reflected in long-standing client relationships and numerous testimonials from satisfied customers, including architects, local authorities, and private homeowners.
Services
Design and Build
Extensions
Refurbishment
Maintenance Works
Heritage Repairs
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- We guarantee quality workmanship with over 60 years of local expertise.
- Our team maintains strict health and safety compliance on all sites.
- We employ locally trained subcontractors for specialist construction works.
- We complete projects on time and within budget for commercial and domestic clients.
- Our workforce undergoes continuous training in modern construction methods.
Associations and certifications
- National Federation of Builders
- NHBC
- CITB
- Safe Contractor
- Federation of Master Builders
What people say
High quality workmanship
Completed on time
Professional team
Excellent attention to detail
Positive client communication
Services
Design and Build
We deliver complete design-and-build solutions for residential and commercial properties. Our process integrates architectural planning with construction expertise to ensure seamless project execution. Clients benefit from single-point accountability, cost efficiency, and adherence to modern building standards.
Extensions
Specialising in residential and commercial extensions, we create functional spaces tailored to client needs. Our approach combines structural integrity with aesthetic considerations, ensuring compliance with local planning regulations and building codes.
Refurbishment
We undertake comprehensive refurbishment projects for existing buildings, including heritage sites. Our work preserves architectural integrity while modernising infrastructure, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing usability for contemporary requirements.
Maintenance Works
Our reactive and planned maintenance services address both minor and major building issues. We prioritise rapid response times and durable solutions for commercial properties, landlords, and private homeowners across Norfolk and Suffolk.
Heritage Repairs
We specialise in restoring listed buildings and period properties using traditional techniques. Our team works closely with conservation officers to maintain historical accuracy while implementing modern safety and functionality standards.
People
Ronnie Draper
Founder
Founded the company in 1960, establishing its reputation for quality craftsmanship and client-focused service before transitioning leadership to the next generation.
Gordon Nichols
Co-Founder
Co-founded the business in 1960, contributing to its early success and growth before retiring in the mid-1990s.
Leslie Draper
Former Director
Joined as foreman carpenter in 1980, became director in 1990, and led the company until retiring in 2007 after 27 years of service.
Kevin Nabarro
Managing Director
Joined in 1993 as Small Works Manager, became director in 2002, and has led the company since 2007, maintaining its commitment to quality and client satisfaction.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Norfolk and Suffolk, providing construction services for both commercial and residential clients.
What types of projects do you handle?
We undertake new builds, extensions, refurbishments, heritage restorations, and maintenance works for private and commercial clients.
Are you accredited by industry bodies?
Yes, we hold accreditations with NHBC, Safe Contractor, CITB, and the Federation of Master Builders.
What is your company's history?
Established in 1960, we've evolved from a local builder to a respected contractor with decades of experience in diverse construction projects.
