C.J. Gowing And Son Ltd · Company 02801440 · Trading heritage since 1993
Active, accounts up to date·main contractor·Head office Uckfield
Gowing Build is a family-run building contracting business with a history dating back to 1993. The Managing Director, Philip Gowing, represents the third generation of his family to be involved in the building trade, bringing a wealth of experience and a commitment to quality. The company specialises in a range of building services, including major extensions, refurbishments, and restorations.
They pride themselves on their attention to detail, professional approach, and the high quality of their workmanship. Clients consistently praise the team for their friendly demeanour, technical expertise, and ability to manage projects effectively, even from a distance. Gowing Build has a strong track record of delivering successful projects, fostering trust and maintaining open communication with clients throughout the process.
Their ability to collaborate with architects, suppliers, and clients ensures a cohesive and organised approach to complex building tasks, leading to outstanding results and client satisfaction.
A major extension, hard landscaping and refurbishment project for John & Sally Gunnell OBE. Praised for the site foreman's attention to detail and professional conduct.
Client · John & Sally Gunnell OBE
A year-long project involving a disruptive refurbishment and upgrade of a converted barn. The team was trusted to manage the work while the clients were away and praised for their pleasant and professional conduct.
Client · Crispin Southgate
A project involving part demolition, part build, and part renovation, delivered by Kieran Timoney and his team. Clients were impressed by the skilled professionals, flawless workmanship, and attention to detail, feeling involved despite living far away.
Client · Emily & Jake Thomas
Sussex
A fantastic restoration and conversion of a farmhouse and barn, noted for outstanding workmanship and a high level of trust developed with the project team.
Client · Martin Ireland
A challenging two-year project with unconventional design aspects, managed professionally and proactively by the Gowing Build team. Their expertise helped navigate complexities beyond architectural plans.
Client · Paul Drake
Kent countryside
A large project from 2013 involving rebuilding a 1950s house, reconfiguring the interior, and adding a double-story 3m extension. The company was praised for being professional, friendly, and for Kieran's excellent project management.
Client · David & Sarah Blake
John & Sally Gunnell OBE, Crispin Southgate, Emily & Jake Thomas, Dan Harding, HAPA Architects, Irene McCarthy, Martin Ireland, Paul Drake, David & Sarah Blake.
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Gowing Build is a family building contracting business established in 1993, with a rich history of high-quality work. Philip Gowing, the Managing Director, is the third generation of his family in the trade. Their listed services include Refurbishment, Extensions, Restoration & heritage and Fit-out & interiors.
Gowing Build is registered at Unit 7 The Enterprise Centre, Bell Lane, Uckfield, TN22 1QL, in South East.
Gowing Build states that it works across England.
Accounts filed for the year to 2025 report 10 employees, which places the company in the 10-49 employees band.
Gowing Build does not disclose turnover: UK small-company accounts are not required to. Based on headcount and trade debtors in its filed accounts, turnover is likely to fall between £850k and £2.3m. This is an estimate, not a filed figure.
Companies House lists Gowing Build as active, with accounts most recently made up to 2025-03-31.
Gowing Build works in Residential and Commercial.
Gowing Build was incorporated on 1993-03-19.
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