Clodagh Construction Ltd is a well-established general building contracting firm based in Rathgormack, Co. Waterford. Specialising in commercial, residential and conservation projects, the company has earned an enviable reputation for top-quality work.
Founded in 2005 by Eoin Hunt, Clodagh Construction – which takes its name from a local river – has a proven track record of successful developments, especially in the educational sector which accounts for up to 80% of its annual turnover. Eoin and his small but dedicated team are supported by the same tried and trusted sub-contractors.
Clodagh Construction’s main suppliers are Flynn’s Hardware in Dungarvan, Chadwicks in Waterford and Topline Cleary in Carrick-on-Suir, while the architects it collaborates with on a regular basis include Mary Harrington Architects in Kilmeaden, James Reynolds Architects in Waterford, DHB Architects in Waterford and Jones McCormack Architects in Passage East.
“Business is good,” Eoin reports.
“Last year was better than expected. A shortage of skilled workers is keeping everyone busy in this industry. The trained staff just aren’t there. I am, however, fortunate to have two good guys with me and a crew of sub-contractors who can always be relied upon to get the job done.
“The unprecedented cost of building materials is the other big issue affecting the industry at the moment. While certain items have come down in price, they’re still a long way from where they were in 2020 when the Covid outbreak happened.
“I used to do a lot of work in Dublin, but now concentrate on Waterford, Kilkenny and South Tipperary, which are on my doorstep. When you have a young family, your priorities change,” adds Eoin, who is married to Michelle and has two boys, Colin (six) and Ross (four).
Outstanding workmanship, attention to detail, value-for-money and a commitment to working closely with clients to deliver total satisfaction are the hallmarks of the business. Health & Safety is at its core, and never more so since the Covid-19 pandemic. From concept to completion, Eoin and his team are with you every step of the way, ensuring that your new project is designed and built to your specific needs, and that there are no hidden or extra costs involved.
Whether your next project is a new build, extension or renovation, Clodagh Construction’s one-stop shop approach will ensure that both the design and building processes are smooth, comfortable and hassle-free. The Co. Waterford contractor’s reputation for quality construction and ability to complete projects on time and within the agreed budget is borne out by the high volume of repeat business and referrals it receives from design teams and scores of satisfied clients.
By employing highly-skilled people, working closely with its architects, and using only the very best building products, this fully insured contractor is able to deliver the highest quality construction to its clients.
No job is too big or too small for Clodagh Construction which has a number of live projects, including an eight-unit social housing project in Dungarvan for Waterford County Council that is being carried out in conjunction with Walsh & Sheehan Mechanical Services. Educational projects, such as classroom extensions, summer works, emergency works and window replacements, have become a speciality for Eoin and his team in recent years.
He returned to his alma mater Rathgormack National School during the pandemic to construct new classroom and resource rooms. An extension to Stradbally National School included a new classroom, resource room, toilet block, external soft play area and car parking area. Clodagh Construction has also recently completed an extension to Kilmacthomas National School and constructed a new hall for Powerstown National School near Clonmel. In addition, the contractor has carried out window replacement works to Kilmacthomas National School and fire upgrade works to Clonea National School near Carrick-on-Suir.
Clodagh Construction’s most high-profile conservation project to date was Pembrokestown Coach House in Butlerstown. It was awarded the CMG (Construction Media Group) prize for Building of the Year Conservation & Heritage in 2017, and was also shortlisted for the Public Choice Vote in the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland Awards.
The company also carried out works over two phases on the St Patrick’s Gateway Centre which is a beautiful medieval church located within Waterford city’s Norman Walls. It is a historic landmark, place of worship and community all in one dating back to 1720.
Furthermore, Eoin undertakes two-three one-off new house builds every year. His homes are built to last, are energy efficient and are designed to the client’s exact specifications.
As his company continues to go from strength to strength, the affable Waterford man would like to take this opportunity to thank his clients, suppliers and designers for their support as well as his staff and sub-contractors for their hard work, dedication and expertise.
Clodagh Construction Ltd
Ballythomas,
Rathgormack,
Carrick-on-Suir,
Co. Waterford.
Telephone: 086 812 1571
Email: [email protected]
This article was published in Building Ireland Magazine, May 2023, Vol 9 No 5
