Extensions, Renovations & General Building in Bristol

Over 30 years of experience delivering trusted building work across Bristol.

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Our
Services

  • Extensions & Conversions

    Extensions & Conversions

    Loft conversions, garage conversions, home extensions and garden offices.

  • Renovations & Refurbishments

    Renovations & Refurbishments

    Full property renovations, kitchens, bathrooms and open-plan transformations.

  • Structural Alterations

    Structural Alterations

    RSJ installation, load-bearing wall removal and structural building work.

  • Brickwork & Groundworks

    Brickwork & Groundworks

    Brickwork, masonry, patios, driveways, foundations and footings.

Recent Project

Garden office interior with OSB board walls, exposed painted beams, and skylights, fitted with two desks and ergonomic chairs

Garage Conversion – Garden Office & Workshop

The client had an underused garage they wanted to transform into a practical workspace – part garden office, part workshop and part storage space.

Rather than starting from scratch, we worked with the existing structure wherever possible, keeping costs down whilst making the most of what was already there. From the outset, I worked closely with the client to understand exactly how they wanted to use the space, translating their ideas into clear design decisions and advising on what would work best in practice.

I brought in trusted tradespeople to handle the crafted joinery and electrical fit-out, ensuring the finished space feels warm, well-built and genuinely usable all year round.

The result is a polished, insulated workspace the client can use every day.

It's a project that sums up how I like to work: closely with the client, understanding what they need, and finding straightforward solutions that deliver something they're genuinely proud of.

Garden office with OSB walls, exposed beams, a sofa seating area and desk spac

“We couldn't be happier with the office and workshop Mark built for us.

From the start, he took the time to understand what we needed and helped guide us through the whole project.

He was always conscious of our budget and came up with practical solutions when needed. The quality of the work is fantastic, and it's a space we genuinely enjoy working in every day.

It was a genuine pleasure to have him and his trusted construction experts with us for the project."

Jenny & Ben, Fishponds, Bristol.

Garden room exterior at dusk, illuminated from within, with a person approaching the open doors
Mark Ralphs, builder, measuring timber on site wearing a Ralphs Building Services t-shirt

About Mark

I'm Mark, the owner of Ralphs Building Services, a Bristol-based building company specialising in extensions, domestic refurbishments, structural alterations, brickwork and stonework.

I've spent more than 30 years working on a wide range of projects, from new-build homes to complex restoration work on older properties.

Over the years, I've developed skills across all aspects of construction and progressed into project management and site foreman roles, giving me the experience to oversee projects from start to finish. I understand that a successful build isn't just about quality workmanship – it's about clear communication, careful planning and delivering what was promised.

I established Ralphs Building Services to bring together everything I've learnt throughout my career and provide clients with a professional, reliable building service they can trust.

I take great pride in my work and genuinely enjoy the challenges that every project brings. Whether it's solving a structural issue, managing a complex renovation or creating additional space for a growing family, I believe there's always a practical solution. My aim is simple: to deliver high-quality work that both my clients and I can be proud of.

When you choose Ralphs Building Services, you'll be working directly with someone who is committed to quality, attention to detail and seeing every project through to completion.

"I cannot recommend Mark highly enough. He's completed a number of jobs around our house, all to an exceptionally high standard, and is always professional, reliable, and turns up when he says he will.

What sets Mark apart is his attention to detail. When he bricked up an old kitchen doorway, he sourced bricks and mortar to perfectly match the existing wall – you'd never know it had been there. While replacing our fascias, soffits and guttering, he even spotted two broken roof tiles and visited reclamation yards to source matching tiles so the repair looked right.

Mark genuinely cares about doing a job properly. Finding tradespeople you can trust isn't easy, but Mark is one of those rare people I would recommend without hesitation to family, friends, and neighbours.

For us, Mark is the first person we call whenever we need building work done.”

— Andi, Bristol

Loft bedroom with sloped ceiling, Velux skylight, and adjoining home office
Mark wearing red ear protection and a Ralphs Building Services shirt. Concentrating on an activity, possibly woodworking or construction, with a blurred background.

Ralphs Building Services delivers high-quality extensions, refurbishments, structural alterations, brickwork and stonework across Bristol and the surrounding areas.

From initial planning through to completion, I pride myself on a reliable service, clear communication and workmanship that stands the test of time.

Services include, but are not limited to:

  • Bespoke home extensions

  • Complete property renovations

  • Kitchen renovations

  • Kitchen extensions

  • Bathroom renovations

  • Garage conversions

  • Loft conversions

  • Outdoor garden offices

  • Open-plan living transformations

  • Structural Alterations

  • RSJ installation

  • Home refurbishments

  • Property renovations

  • Brickwork and masonry

  • Patios and outdoor living spaces

  • Driveways and paving

  • Groundworks

  • Foundations and footings

  • Internal alterations

  • Plastering and finishing work

  • General building repairs and maintenance

Got a project in mind?

We'd love to hear about it — get in touch.