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Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd

Active, accounts up to date·main contractor·Head office Waterlooville

About from company website

Founded in 1984 and incorporated in 1998, DM Habens has over 40 years of experience as a principal contractor delivering high-quality construction and refurbishment projects. They primarily serve the public sector, including County Councils, Local Authorities, and the NHS, as well as the commercial sector. Their expertise spans a wide range of projects such as schools, colleges, hospitals, churches, and council housing, reflecting a commitment to quality, reliability, and community-focused construction.

Habens operates with in-house construction teams, including professionally trained Project Managers, Estimators, Quantity Surveyors, and Site Managers, ensuring a seamless, full-service approach from design and pre-construction to delivery and aftercare. They pride themselves on managing complex projects with minimal disruption, especially in live environments. The company also highlights its commitment to sustainability, integrating techniques like Passivhaus principles to create energy-efficient buildings, and actively engages in social value initiatives to enrich the communities they serve.

Their services encompass new build construction, extension and expansion projects, and specialist areas like Q-Mark Fire Door manufacture and installation. They also have a dedicated in-house Civils and Groundworks department and a joinery workshop for bespoke components. Habens emphasizes collaboration with clients and the design team, aiming for on-time, on-budget delivery with zero defects.

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Project experience from company website

Alchorne Place Project

Alchorne Place Project

Works completed to a high standard on a complex site, receiving excellent feedback from the Waste Team. Praised by the Assistant Director of Neighbourhoods and Head of Waste.

Client · Portsmouth City Council

Cumberland Infant School

Cumberland Infant School

Project praised for strong communication, excellent relationship with the school, high-quality workmanship, robust health and safety management, and genuine added value including carpet cleaning, additional decorations, and a brick planter for pupils.

Client · Portsmouth City Council

Project for Hampshire County Council

Project for Hampshire County Council

Site manager praised for proactive approach, attention to detail, problem-solving 'can do' attitude, and excellent on-site client management.

Client · Hampshire County Council

Million Mile Clean at Southsea Beach

Million Mile Clean at Southsea Beach

Southsea Beach

Team participated in a beach cleaning event, a sponsored sea dip, and a chance to give back to the environment.

DM Habens' Social Value Report 25/26

DM Habens' Social Value Report 25/26

Report detailing the company's positive impact through education, apprenticeships, environmental initiatives, and community engagement, including supporting apprentices, mental health awareness, charitable donations, and local art projects.

Walking for Mental Health: Supporting the Lighthouse Club

Walking for Mental Health: Supporting the Lighthouse Club

11 members of the DM Habens team walked 10 miles to support mental health awareness, raising donations for The Lighthouse Club.

Loddon School, Basingstoke New Build Construction

Loddon School, Basingstoke New Build Construction

Basingstoke

New build construction project.

Accreditations from company website

  • BM TRADA Q-Mark Fire Door Manufacture Scheme

Clients mentioned from company website

County Councils, Local Authorities, NHS, Portsmouth City Council, Hampshire County Council, housing associations, private healthcare providers, GP practices, private clients.

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Questions about Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd from the record on this page

What does Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd do?

DM Habens is a leading construction company in Portsmouth, specialising in high-quality public sector projects for hospitals, education, and local authorities across the South of England. Their listed services include Main contractor, Design & build, Refurbishment, Restoration & heritage and Civil engineering.

Where is Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd based?

Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd is registered at Wellesley House, 204 London Road, Waterlooville, PO7 7AN, in South East.

What areas does Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd cover?

Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd states that it works across Hampshire, Sussex, Surrey, Berkshire, Isle Of Wight and South Of England.

How many people work at Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd?

Accounts filed for the year to 2025 report 35 employees, which places the company in the 10-49 employees band.

What is Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd's turnover?

Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd reported turnover of £20.4m in accounts filed for the year to 2025.

Is Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd still trading?

Companies House lists Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd as active, with accounts most recently made up to 2025-03-31.

What accreditations does Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd hold?

Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd displays BM TRADA Q-Mark Fire Door Manufacture Scheme on its website.

What sectors does Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd work in?

Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd works in Public, Education, Healthcare, Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Infrastructure and Leisure.

When was Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd established?

Dm Habens (The Builder) Ltd was incorporated on 1998-05-06, though the company says it has traded since 1984.

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