DHP Construction (Drumhill Plant Ltd) is an exceptional family-run residential building firm specialising in pyrite remediations, new one-off builds, extensions, renovations and groundworks in the Donegal region.
Fronted by father-and-son James and Padraig Clinton, DHP Construction operates from Portsalon on the Fanad Peninsula in Co. Donegal. The nearby Portsalon Beach, which is also known as Ballymastocker Strand, is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, yet is a hidden gem along the Atlantic coastline.
While DHP Construction has been trading for less than 10 years, its directors have decades of experience and expertise in the construction and civils industry. James and Padraig bring this to bear on every job they undertake.
“My father worked on civil engineering projects in England for BT before returning home and doing the same type of work for eircom (now eir),” Padraig explains.
“Then, during the boom, we got into construction. We built two nursing homes and three housing estates in our area. The furthest south we’ve gone is Donegal Town. When the recession hit, we returned to our civils roots before getting back into construction in 2017. We haven’t looked back since and have earned a good reputation for ourselves.”
Outstanding workmanship, attention to detail, value-for-money and a commitment to Health & Safety and working closely with clients to deliver total satisfaction are the hallmarks of the father-and-son operation. From concept to completion, James and Padraig are with you every step of the way, ensuring that your new project is designed and built to your specific needs.
DHP Construction’s one-stop shop approach ensures that both the design and building processes are smooth, comfortable and hassle-free. The Inishowen contractor’s 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 engineers, architects and scores of satisfied clients.
By employing highly-skilled people, working closely with design teams and using only the very best building products from local suppliers, this fully-qualified and insured contractor is able to deliver the highest quality construction to its clients.
DHP Construction employs a small, but dedicated team who are supported and supplemented by the same tried and trusted subcontractors, including Cathal Martin Electrical, Patrick Shields Plumbing & Heating, Callaghan Doors and Alex Spratt of Kilpatrick & Spratt Blocklaying. The company’s main supplier is Coyle’s Hardware in Fanad, while it also collaborates with Charles Byrne Engineering, McCullagh Architecture & Surveying and McLaughlin Architects on a regular basis.
Examples of DHP Construction’s stellar work can be found all over Donegal where it has completed many new house builds, renovations, extensions and groundworks. The contractor is also a leading specialist in the demolition and reconstruction of residential properties affected by mica and defective concrete blocks.
“We’re currently working on eight or nine homes affected by pyrite. It’s a huge issue in Inishowen and the Letterkenny area,” Padraig says.
“We’re busy demolishing and rebuilding homes for clients who have been compensated under the Mica Redress Scheme. While it’s heartbreaking for home owners to see their properties demolished, they can take comfort from the fact that they are being replaced with a better-quality and more energy-efficient home than the one they built 20 years ago. We try to make it as seamless as possible for them.
“It’s good to see families coming out on the other side of it after all the stress and uncertainty they’ve had to deal with.
“We’re also approved to undertake works pertaining to the Vacant Property Refurbishment grant and are starting a new build shortly in Kilmacrennan. Furthermore, we have our own plant and machinery to carry out all types of groundworks. As a main contractor, we can take care of everything.”
Asked what gives DHP Construction the edge over its competitors, the affable builder replies: “When we start a job, we stay with it until it’s finished. We don’t cut corners, while our attention to detail is second to none. We also pride ourselves on our quick turnaround times, especially when it comes to houses affected by mica.
“Having a small team allows everything to run smoothly. It’s a busy time for construction in Donegal and long may it continue.”
As DHP Construction continues to go from strength to strength, James and Padraig would like to take this opportunity to thank their clients, suppliers and design teams for their unwavering support as well as their employees and subcontractors for their hard work, dedication and skill.
DHP Construction (Drumhill Plant Ltd)
Claggan,
Portsalon,
Co. Donegal,
F92 E510
Telephone: 083 168 7968
Email: [email protected]
This article was published in Building Ireland Magazine, September 2026, Vol 12 No 9
