Based in Claremorris, Co Mayo, Cummins & Cummins Building Contractors Ltd is a one-stop shop for all your building needs from construction of new homes to public and private housing developments, upgrading of schools to medical devices facilities to refurbishment of old dwelling homes and extensions. Building Ireland caught up with company director Gabriel Cummins to learn more about the ins and outs of the business and the projects it has on-going at the minute.
2024 will see Cummins & Cummins Building Contractors Ltd marking an even two decades in business and the plan for Gabriel Cummins and the rest of the team in Kilvine is to continue the company’s growth as strong as it at present.
Established since 2004, the Co Mayo-based firm offers its customers with a complete service when it comes to building requirements – from extensions and renovations to new builds and fit-outs.
Today, Cummins & Cummins Building Contractors Ltd and it’s very much a family business, with Gabriel’s brother John playing an integral part, while using the same trusted sub-contractors on all project the company undertakes.
Gabriel and his father Tom started up their business together as plastering contracting specialists but after several years in the construction industry, it took a different path towards becoming a main building contractor. Tom is now retired from the business, but the company still continues to provide outstanding craftsmanship on each and every one of their projects.
At present, as it continues its growth trend year on year since its inception, business is steady for the company. “We’re kept very busy all the time,” outlined Gabriel who himself is a former All-Ireland plastering champion.
“We have completed a number of school projects and council housing schemes which started during Covid and kept us busy throughout the pandemic and at the moment we have a few different projects in progress.”
Gabriel was please to inform me about some public works jobs for the HSE, county councils and the Department of Education that are currently in the pipeline.
Cummins & Cummins Building Contractors Ltd’s portfolio of projects has seen it carrying out work for clients all throughout the West of Ireland. The reason behind its continued success is a tradition of excellent craftsmanship that has been maintained down through the years.
“We have invested in a wide range of plant and machinery which help reduce the amount of manual labour involved in most of our project, compared to years ago. The company is fully compliant with all Health and Safety guidelines which is very much at the core of the business.”
The contractor’s reputation for quality construction and proven ability to complete projects on time and within budget is borne out by the high volume of repeat business and referrals it receives from satisfied clients from throughout the west of the country.
Ask Gabriel what he feels the reasoning is behind the company’s success to date is and he’ll give it to you straight:
“It’s because of the quality of work that we do here. It’s a very high standard of work.”
The company director added: “Our growth and success can be put down to our dedication and attention to detail. By employing highly skilled local sub-contractors, working closely with leading architects and engineers, and using only the very best building products sourcing from local suppliers where possible, we are able to deliver the highest quality construction to our clients.
“As many people come to us through word of mouth, they already have an understanding of what they will get with Cummins & Cummins Building Contractors Ltd and that reputation is what has stood to us over the years.
“I feel our unique selling point is that on each project I am the client’s point of contact. I act as project foreman and contracts manager on all projects and I’ve always felt it is important to listen to the client – effective communication is key.”
Cummins and Cummins Building Contractors Ltd provide a complete construction service, from ground works to turn key, specialises in one off new build, passive houses, council and private housing schemes, HSE/medical projects to retail fit outs and new school extensions.
Looking ahead to the coming months for the company, Gabriel says he’s eager to see it staying on the same course business-wise.
“We plan to keep growing the company and providing a service that our clients require. The highest standards are maintained during each build the company undertakes and careful consideration is given to the quality of products and skilled work force used whilst always liaising with the customer,” he stated.
Cummins & Cummins Building Contractors Ltd is a registered CIRI (Construction Industry Register Ireland) contractor and member of CIF (Construction Industry Federation).
Since ‘Day One’, the company’s clients have been provided with a service that is quality assured and it’s a trend which is set to continue going forward for years to come.
Cummins & Cummins Ltd would like to take this opportunity to thank its suppliers, clients, engineers and architects for their continued support, and its staff and sub-contractors for their dedication, hard work and skill.
Whatever your requirements are, this tried and tested family business will provide a cost-effective and high-quality building to suit you and your budget.
Cummins & Cummins Building Contractors Ltd
Kilvine,
Irishtown,
Claremorris,
Co Mayo.
Mobile: 087 412 4854
Email: [email protected]
Web: cumminsconstruction.ie
This article was published in Building Ireland Magazine, August 2023, Vol 9 No 8
