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Coronavirus Update (Covid-19)

COVID STATEMENT: At Neil Sullivan & Sons business is still running and all deliveries are carrying on as usual, until we are instructed otherwise by the government. Please can you let us know ASAP if you have been affected by Covid-19 so that we can rearrange your delivery. Rest assured that we are maintaining our high standards of hygiene and we appreciate your assistance in doing so too. The team are constantly monitoring the situation and if anything changes we will update via social media and our website. Neil Sullivan & Sons

How To Build A Concrete Shed Base

Laying a base for your new shed isn’t the most complicated of tasks, but care needs to be taken during the process in order to maintain the long term stability, safety and reliability of the project. In this piece, the team at Neil Sullivan & Sons are going to run through the steps of laying a concrete shed base. Location is key The ground where you’ll be laying the base for your shed is very important. Think about accessing your shed, and what you’ll be using it for. If you’ll be using it for storing bulky items like bikes, for example,…

AGG SMART

What is AGG SMART? AGG SMART is a cloud-based shipping system, specifically designed and developed for companies in the concrete and aggregate sectors. It was created to assist business owners in the sector with the management of almost every administrative task, including customer enquiries, quotes, invoicing, job planning and delivery tracking. How does AGG SMART work? AGG SMART works using an easy to use but detailed interface that means business owners, managers and staff can manage all tasks within the program, as well as maintaining a comprehensive overview of all aspects of a business. It removes the need to use valuable…

Neil Sullivan & Sons Partnership with Eastern Waste Disposal

Neil Sullivan & Sons have announced a new partnership with Eastern Waste Disposal. This connection increases Neil Sullivan’s capacity to supply aggregates to customers throughout the majority of the Essex region, as well as facilitating the opening of a new depot in Clacton. Eastern Waste Disposal is a family-owned waste disposal and recycling business, serving industrial and domestic clients from their HQ in Brightlingsea, Colchester. Neil Sullivan & Sons are a supplier of domestic and commercial concrete, as well as topsoil and aggregates for customers around Essex.

What Makes Concrete Cheaper?

Cost is at the forefront of our minds in almost everything we do. Whether it’s a contractor trying to budget for a big construction project or a homeowner trying to save a little on a DIY job, building projects can get pricey. As one of the most popular and useful building materials on the planet, concrete is sure to factor in to your project sooner or later. If you’re in the market for concrete, then price has probably crossed your mind – but what can make concrete cheaper? In this article, we’re looking at concrete costs and what might affect them….

A Comprehensive Buyer’s Guide To Build Systems

One of the most crucial issues you have to contend with when starting a selfbuild project is settling on the type of build system you’ll use. Almost every single aspect of your project will be affected by this key decision, from cost to construction time, layout to energy efficiency and everything in between. Making the right choice, therefore, is of the utmost importance. Here, we’re going to be looking at the differences between the most popular build systems and highlighting their merits. Timber Frame Post and beam, conventional open or closed panel, or oak timber frames are just some of the…

The Ultimate How-To Guide For Self-build Homes

Self-build homes are becoming increasingly popular, not only because they allow those looking to buy the opportunity to build their dream home tailored to suit their requirements, but also because nowadays property prices are constantly on the rise, making attaining a reasonably priced home very difficult. This is especially true in areas like London where house prices are increasing at a drastic rate. Whether it’s to cut costs or to build something unique, there are many considerations you will need to bear in mind prior to committing to a self-build. Working out your budget and getting a mortgage Once you’ve…

Video Testimonial By Kevin Chapman

Testimonials & Reviews Neil Sullivan & Sons are always looking to update our reviews and testimonials to provide our customers with reliable information about the quality of our service. Watch our video testimonial here to find out more about how Kevin rated our services. We always aim to offer an impeccable standard of customer care alongside our concrete services, and the best way to ensure we are meeting up to our own standards is to ask our clients. With this in mind, we’ve put together a case study of one of our many satisfied clients, Haynes Building and Development. We supplied…

Welcome to our new blog!

The whole team here at Neil Sullivan and Sons are proud to welcome you to our brand new blog page! Here, we will share top tips, latest news and updates from both within the company, as well as the wider industry. We believe that frequent communication with our customers is key to managing a good relationship, so check back to this page regularly for our informative blog posts. In the meantime, have a browse through the rest of the Neil Sullivan and Sons website for more information about our full range of services.