The ability to diversify in business is something that is not always feasible, but for Clarke Facades, it was a transition that has borne a great deal of success.
Having being initially established as a plastering company, the decision was made ten years ago to focus on facades and since then they have become a leading player in the market both here in Ireland and the UK.
For over 20 years, Clarke Facades have successfully worked in partnership with its clients, staff, trades and suppliers to build a strong reputation of efficiency, quality and reliability.
From their base in Ballymena, Co Antrim, Clarke Facades provides a comprehensive design and construction package for building envelopes including; curtain walling, windows, doors, structural glazing, and rainscreen cladding systems. Incorporating curtain walling and rainscreen into your concept design, can create a unique and cost effective solution for your building.
Curtain walling and rainscreen is suitable for both new build and refurbishment projects. The company has successfully undertaken projects throughout Ireland and the UK involving curtain walling and rainscreen.
“We offer a complete façade solution, from design to completion, we take an inherent pride in the customers’ project, striving for a unique standard of excellence throughout,” said Business Development and Marketing Manager Mark Wiggins.
“Since our formation the company has seen steady and continued growth that further reinforces our position in the marketplace as a stable, reputable and competent contractor.”
Clarke Facades are now able to offer their clients the option of a one stop shop, taking care of all aspects of their projects. Their organisational skills combined with their attention to detail has resulted in them delivering completed projects to their clients both on time and on budget.
The company is considered one of the largest specialist contractors in the supply and installation of exterior facades. This is illustrated by the fact their client base is that of Ireland and the UK’s most progressive developers in business at the moment.
Clarke Facades provide the full range of building envelope services, including SFS, cladding, glazing and maintenance. Their team specalise in specification advice, design, build, installation and project management. They work across a range of sectors and project types including, Commercial, Re-Furbishement, Education, Residential and Healthcare. Whatever the job may be, they always have a solution for their client.
Close cooperation not only leads to better quality but also to efficiency, job satisfaction and pleasant relationships. Cooperation is second nature to Clarke Facades. Their philosophy of close cooperation also informs the way they approach the construction process. By taking a holistic and conceptual approach to each phase of construction, preparing well and sharing what they know, they create façades that meet the highest standards, using smart methods for a smooth construction process.
Success comes to those who prepare, and that’s why the company starts preparing in the consultation phase by considering technical innovations, smart logistical solutions and product combinations. It’s in this phase that their strength as an independent façade builder really makes a difference.
“We pride ourselves on the support network we offer to our clients. We have developed the knowledge and experience required to interpret designs into practical and workable solutions that meet all the specifications so, whether you are an architect, quantity surveyor, contractor or project manager, you can rest assured you have dedicated support from the early design phase through to the installation and handover,” added Mark.
Having diversified from the wet trade industry, the company’s ability to deliver high quality façade projects has enhanced their reputation over the years.
“A successful company only remains successful by diversifying, and after completing a number of facades projects this became an area that has been continually developed to this day.”
Clarke Facades pride themselves in offering the complete package on both new build and retrofit projects, not only delivering value engineering and full design but also the supply, installation, testing and warranty of the systems.
The family run business promotes the highest standards when addressing the Safety, Health, Environmental Impact and Quality on any projects they undertake.
“Health and Safety is a key issue for us. We have a zero tolerance and there are three guys that work in H&S for us. We also do in-house and external training to ensure that all the employees are up to speed on the approach that we take to health and safety.”
Mark added that they have a core of six to eight clients that they continuously work for and he stressed the importance of having a good relationship with them.
“Our clients who are most important to us. We realise the importance of building a strong network of system suppliers and fabricators who allow us to provide the ideal product to compliment their project.
“We have an ethos of excellence, hard work, and a can-do attitude when providing our services in the private residential, commercial, healthcare and education sectors for some of the country’s leading construction companies.”
Contact Details:
Ballymena Office
M Clarke & Sons Contracts Ltd.
Ecos Centre, Kernohans Lane,
Ballymena, Co. Antrim, BT43 7QA
T +44(0)28 2582 2500
F +44(0)28 2582 0164
London Office
M Clarke & Sons Contracts Ltd.
Suite 5, Clocktower House,
West Horndon, London Office,
CM13 3XL
T +44(028) 2582 2500
F +44(028) 2582 0164
Taken from Building Ireland Magazine, October 2018, Vol 4 No 9
