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A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd

Active, accounts up to date·main contractor & subcontractor·Head office Wokingham

About from company website

C. Beck & Son is a distinguished, fourth-generation family-run business with a rich history dating back to 1953. They have established themselves as one of the premier painting and refurbishment contractors in the South East of England and London. Their commitment to quality, service, and reliability has been the cornerstone of their success, driving continual growth through innovation and attention to detail.

The company holds the prestigious Royal Warrant to His Majesty the King, a testament to their exceptional service to the Royal Household, following their previous warrant to Her Majesty the Queen. C. Beck & Son offer a wide range of skills, from commercial and conservation-style decoration to timber repairs and intricate wallpaper hanging. They pride themselves on their directly employed workforce, supplemented by trusted contractors, ensuring a high standard of delivery across all projects.

Their expertise extends to various special finishes, mastic works, and floor finishes, including the application of the latest resin systems. The company acts as Principal Contractors, capable of planning and executing projects from start to finish. They have experience working on a diverse range of properties, including Grade Listed buildings, churches, residential blocks, and country homes. Their refurbishment division offers services such as pre-painting repairs, conservation/heritage works, and guaranteed roofing systems, often in partnership with trusted sub-contractors.

C. Beck & Son emphasizes a non-adversarial approach and maintains strong, long-standing relationships with main contractors.

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Project experience from company website

Grosvenor Square

Grosvenor Square

London

Redecoration of 6 high-end penthouse apartments as part of a flagship development. This project followed on from a previous decoration project for Lodha Developers.

Client · Lodha Developers UK Ltd

Finborough Road

Finborough Road

Earls Court

Full redecoration, lead work to parapet walls & cornices, and replacement of the barrel roof to one of the blocks. Both projects were run simultaneously during COVID-19.

Client · Daniel Watney

Disneyland Paris

Disneyland Paris

Paris

Decoration contract for the newly built Disneyland Paris, involving 20 decorators for a 14-week contract.

Fitzroy Place

Fitzroy Place

London

The company's largest project to date, consisting of 8 blocks in the heart of London.

Client · Sir Robert McAlpine

US Embassy

Achieved the highest quality on projects such as the US Embassy.

Battersea Power Station

Achieved the highest quality on projects such as Battersea Power Station.

Accreditations from company website

  • Royal Warrant to His Majesty the King
  • Royal Warrant By Appointment to Her Majesty The Queen
  • ISO 9001
  • Repair Care
  • DOFF works
  • Painting and Decorating Association

Clients mentioned from company website

Lodha Developers UK Ltd, Daniel Watney, Wates, Prime building consultants ltd, Multiplex, McLaren Construction, Lamberts, Galliford Try, VINCI Facilities, Richard Birchall Associates, Sir Robert McAlpine Ltd, LVS Ascot.

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Questions about A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd from the record on this page

What does A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd do?

A.C. Beck & Son are a family-owned painting and decorating company serving London and the South East of England. Royal Warrant holders. Their listed services include Painting & decorating, Refurbishment and Restoration & heritage.

Where is A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd based?

A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd is registered at Unit 5 The Metro Centre, Toutley Road, Wokingham, RG41 1QW, in South East.

What areas does A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd cover?

A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd states that it works across London and South East Of England.

How many people work at A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd?

Accounts filed for the year to 2023 report 46 employees, which places the company in the 10-49 employees band.

What is A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd's turnover?

A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd does not disclose turnover: UK small-company accounts are not required to. Based on trade debtors in its filed accounts, turnover is likely to fall between £3.0m and £7.9m. This is an estimate, not a filed figure.

Is A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd still trading?

Companies House lists A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd as active, with accounts most recently made up to 2025-03-31.

What accreditations does A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd hold?

A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd displays Royal Warrant to His Majesty the King, Royal Warrant By Appointment to Her Majesty The Queen, ISO 9001, Repair Care, DOFF works and Painting and Decorating Association on its website.

What sectors does A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd work in?

A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd works in Residential, Commercial, Public, Healthcare, Education, Retail, Leisure, Industrial, Infrastructure, Energy and Agricultural.

When was A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd established?

A.C. Beck & Son (Contracts) Ltd was incorporated on 1977-06-29, though the company says it has traded since 1953.

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