Family-run builders · Aberfeldy & Perthshirecgjoinerybuilding@gmail.com07584 048096 Menu Home / Areas / Bankfoot Planned building work in Bankfoot # Builders in Bankfoot An improved layout, carefully planned extension or considered renovation starts with understanding the house you already own. CG Joinery & Building (Aberfeldy) Ltd is based at Keltneyburn, near Aberfeldy. We welcome enquiries in Bankfoot and discuss the property, the proposed work and practical access before agreeing the construction scope. Request a QuoteCall 07584 048096 Based at Keltneyburn, Aberfeldy · 25 years’ construction experience · £2m liability cover Working in Bankfoot ## A building approach suited to Bankfoot and its surroundings Bankfoot lies north of Perth and south of Dunkeld, close to the A9. It sits in the countryside of the lower Perthshire hills rather than in Perth itself, with Birnam and Dunkeld farther north along the main transport corridor. The village is associated with the Garry Burn, distinct from the River Garry around Blair Atholl. These geographical details help place a project, but a useful building proposal still needs the individual address, plot levels and existing construction rather than assumptions based on the village name. The village includes traditional stone houses and cottages as well as more recent detached and family homes. Some properties have been altered or extended already, so what looks like one building may contain different floor levels, wall types or roof arrangements. Before planning another extension, establish how the previous work joins the original house. In a renovation, look beyond the surface finish to understand which parts are being retained, repaired or replaced. Appearance alone is not enough to judge structural support or moisture behaviour. A location close to the A9 does not guarantee straightforward site access. Village entrances can be narrow, parking may need discussion and a rear garden may only be reached along the side of an occupied house. Properties outside the village can bring different delivery and storage constraints. Tell us about gates, shared routes, turning space and surfaces that need protection. These practical details help define the work needed before materials arrive, including whether external reinstatement belongs in the building scope. Perthshire’s wet weather, frost and occasional winter snow affect outside work in Bankfoot, while shelter varies with the surrounding buildings and terrain. A garden that feels protected at ground level may not tell you how exposed a roof junction is. Consider temporary weather protection during alterations and the long-term performance of gutters, flashings and external openings. A construction programme should reflect the actual weather-sensitive tasks rather than assuming that all stages can continue in any conditions. The Garry Burn and other drainage routes are a reminder to think carefully about water, but they do not establish the risk or ground conditions at every property. Changes to garden levels, new paving and a larger roof can alter how surface water is collected. Check the relevant information for the site and obtain appropriate advice where needed. Existing drain locations and the relationship between floor levels and outside surfaces should be understood before treating an extension footprint as the complete design. Daily use matters as much as construction. A new kitchen can still feel cramped if circulation passes through its working area, and a larger living room may leave another room without daylight or purpose. For a Bankfoot family home, begin with the routines you want to improve: cooking, eating, working, storage or getting between house and garden. That brief helps distinguish a useful extension from a larger building that does not solve the original problem. ### Property types to discuss in Bankfoot - Traditional stone village houses and cottages - Detached family homes with garden space - More recent houses needing a different internal layout - Rural properties and previously extended homes around Bankfoot Services in Bankfoot ## Building servicesavailable in Bankfoot. ### Extensions Single and multi-storey extensions built around your home. ### Renovations Full home renovations, remodelling and structural work. ### Building Warrant & Architectural Coordination Architectural liaison and Scottish building warrant coordination. ### Structural Alterations Changes to your home as part of a coordinated building project. ### First & Second Fix Joinery From structural timber to the final finishing details. ### Roof Repairs Roof repair work for residential properties. ### Plumbing Residential plumbing delivered through specialist trades. ### Electrical Residential electrical installations through specialist trades. Why choose us ## A practical starting point for your project ### Family-run and led by experience CG Joinery & Building (Aberfeldy) Ltd is a family-run business led by Callum Gilbert, who has 25 years of construction experience. Our base is at Keltneyburn, near Aberfeldy. For a Bankfoot enquiry, explain the changes you want to make and the limitations of the current house so the discussion begins with the purpose of the work. ### Construction and specialist trades considered together Our residential work draws on an in-house team and specialist subcontractors. Plumbing and electrical decisions need to fit the building sequence, not wait until the rooms appear nearly finished. Agree who is responsible for each element, what information is required and how any homeowner-supplied fittings will be specified and coordinated. ### Support with plans and warrants We can assist with plans and Scottish building warrant applications and have established architect contacts. The project still needs the appropriate design responsibilities and approval route to be agreed. Where structural or other professional input is required, that information should be obtained rather than replaced by assumptions made to produce an early quotation. ### Clear insurance and handover arrangements The business has £2m liability insurance. Builds have six-month and twelve-month defects liability periods, with terms confirmed for the individual project. Discuss what is covered and how an issue should be reported. At handover, review outstanding items, relevant care information and the arrangements for any required completion documentation. Local building challenges ## Resolve the difficult connections before choosing finishes Bankfoot projects can involve old and new construction, occupied rooms and limited working space. Taking time to define the junctions and responsibilities helps establish a scope that reflects the actual property rather than only the visible end result. ### More space without a better layout An extension can create a generous room while leaving the route through the house awkward. Check door swings, furniture, daylight and the use of adjoining rooms. Consider where everyday storage will go and whether a new garden entrance changes circulation. These decisions are easier to resolve while the design is flexible than after openings and services are built. ### A moisture problem hidden behind new linings A damp patch can have different causes, including water entry or condensation. The appropriate investigation depends on the building and symptoms. Avoid assuming that an internal finish will solve the underlying problem. In older construction, the relationship between moisture, ventilation and proposed insulation needs consideration before surfaces are enclosed and the original evidence becomes harder to inspect. ### Access treated as somebody else’s problem Deliveries, material storage and safe household access need a practical relationship. Discuss the route to the work area and whether shared entrances or paths are affected. Identify surfaces requiring protection and agree what reinstatement is included. An accessible village location does not remove the need to plan how construction will take place within the property boundaries. ### External levels and drainage omitted from scope The new floor level, doorway thresholds and garden surfaces should work together. Existing drains may need investigation before proposed connections are confirmed. Review rainwater collection and the direction of surface falls, including any external work needed to complete the arrangement. A quotation should state these requirements or identify what remains unknown, not silently assume they will resolve themselves. ### The household’s needs left until work begins Decide how dust, noise, service interruptions and restricted access will affect occupation. Keeping a house usable may require temporary separation or a different sequence, and some proposals will need alternative living arrangements for particular stages. Discuss essential facilities before agreeing the programme. Opening hours and a target completion date do not establish whether normal routines can continue during disruptive work. Our process ## From a conversationto a finished build in Bankfoot. - 01 ### Enquiry & consultation Tell Callum about your home, your plans and what you want to achieve. - 02 ### Site visit & quotation Discuss the scope on site and receive a detailed quotation, with no obligation. - 03 ### Plans & warrants We liaise with architects and coordinate Scottish building warrant applications. - 04 ### Construction Our in-house team and specialist subcontractors carry out the work with complete site management. - 05 ### Handover & defects liability The finished build is handed over, with 6-month and 1-year defects liability periods on builds. Your questions ## Building in Bankfoot,answered. Anything else? Call Callum on 07584 048096. ### Nearby areas - Builders in Dunkeld - Builders in Birnam - Builders in Perth - Builders in Stanley ### Do you serve Bankfoot? Yes, we welcome enquiries for planned building and joinery work in Bankfoot from our base at Keltneyburn, near Aberfeldy. Send the property location, a description of the proposal and any drawings. We can discuss suitability, access and the scope of work before agreeing the next arrangements for the particular project. ### How fast can you reach Bankfoot? Bankfoot is south-east of our Keltneyburn base, beyond the immediate Aberfeldy area, with travel towards the A9 corridor. The exact address and road conditions affect the journey, and visit timing depends on current workload. We agree appointments individually rather than promise a fixed arrival time or immediate attendance based only on the village location. ### How much does building work cost in Bankfoot? Cost depends on scope after a site visit. The design, existing construction, access, structural work, drainage and chosen specification all affect the quotation. Explain which finishes and external works you expect to include. Request a Quote for a detailed no-obligation quotation rather than relying on a general rate that may describe a very different project. ### Do you offer an emergency service in Bankfoot? Contact us to discuss the work and current availability; immediate attendance is not guaranteed. For planned-work enquiries call 07584 048096, Monday to Saturday, 6am–8pm. These opening hours do not mean immediate attendance is available. If there is immediate danger, contact the appropriate emergency service or relevant utility emergency provider instead of waiting for a routine building visit. ### Can you help with plans for an extension? We can assist with plans and Scottish building warrant applications, using established architect contacts where appropriate. Start by explaining how you want to use the extra space and whether drawings already exist. Planning and warrant requirements are separate questions, and the relevant design responsibilities and submissions should be agreed for the particular property. ### Can you open up rooms in an older house? We can discuss the alteration, but the construction and structural requirements need to be established before work is defined. A wall’s position or appearance is not enough to confirm whether it can be removed. Appropriate design may be needed for support and temporary works, along with a scope for adjacent floors, ceilings and finishes. ### Can we stay at home during the work? Sometimes, depending on the layout, facilities affected and whether a safe separation from the work can be maintained. Discuss access, dust, noise and interruptions to services early. Different stages may need different arrangements. Do not assume that an occupied extension or renovation can proceed without any effect on everyday routines. ### What should we check before accepting a quotation? Check the described construction, specification, exclusions and assumptions, including external reinstatement and any outstanding investigations. Make sure supplied fittings and specialist inputs are understood. Ask about the programme, required approvals and handover arrangements. Builds have six-month and twelve-month defects liability periods, with the applicable terms confirmed for each project rather than assumed from a general description. Next step ## Request a Quote for building work in Bankfoot Call 07584 048096, Monday to Saturday, 6am–8pm, to discuss your plans with CG Joinery & Building (Aberfeldy) Ltd. Share the address, the changes you want to make and any drawings or known access restrictions. We can discuss a site visit and a detailed no-obligation quotation, with the proposed work, relevant assumptions and outstanding design questions made clear before construction arrangements are agreed. Request a QuoteCall 07584 048096 £2m public & employers’ liability · 6 & 12-month defects liability on builds · Mon–Sat 6am–8pm A family-run main contractor.Building homes across Perthshire. 07584 048096cgjoinerybuilding@gmail.comKeltney House, Keltneyburn, Aberfeldy, PH15 2LF Company no. SC787125 Our services - Main Contractor - Extensions - Renovations - New Builds - Project Management - Building Warrant & Architectural Coordination - Plumbing - Electrical - Joinery - Roofing - Bricklaying - Structural Alterations - First & Second Fix Joinery - Roof Repairs - Blockwork Opening hours Monday–Saturday6:00am – 8:00pm Follow us Instagram ↗Facebook ↗ Areas we cover - Aberfeldy - Pitlochry - Killin - Crieff - Dunkeld - Perth - Blair Atholl - Perth and Kinross - Bankfoot - Kenmore - Birnam - Comrie - Methven - Stanley - Scone © 2026 CG Joinery & Building (Aberfeldy) LtdPrivacyTermsCookies Call NowRequest a Quote