Ulysses Ltd, established in 2002 and based in Newport, South Wales, is a building and maintenance contractor with a strong reputation for quality workmanship in both residential and commercial sectors. Initially focusing on smaller projects like domestic extensions and repairs, the company has grown to employ a skilled, time-served team covering key trades such as bricklaying, carpentry, plumbing, tiling, and stonework. They also work with trusted subcontractors to ensure high standards are met.
Ulysses maintains good relationships with local building inspectors and works with architects and structural engineers to ensure projects comply with Building Regulations. They have experience with complex conservation work on churches and listed buildings. , garages to living spaces), orangeries, conservatories, and exterior renovations.
They also undertake interior building and renovation work, specialising in kitchen and bathroom installations and refits. For commercial clients, Ulysses provides services such as office renovation, shop fitting, and general building maintenance. A significant part of their work involves insurance repairs, where they are a trusted network contractor for major insurance companies, handling repairs after flood, fire, storm, or other damage.
Notable projects include restoration and refurbishment work, such as rebuilding a collapsed gable and chimney stacks, replacing ceilings, and redecorating rooms. They have also completed house extensions, insurance repairs for flood and fire damage, and new house builds, with clients consistently praising their professionalism, trustworthiness, cleanliness, and attention to detail. The business is now under the ownership of Andrew Hurn and Paul Morris, bringing extensive experience to the sector.
