The 5 Best Construction Companies in Cork

If you’re in need of some extra hands in making your dream project come to life, you’ve come to the right place!

In this article, we’ve reviewed the best construction companies in Cork for you to choose from. We assessed their range of work, customer support, efficiency, and network.

Plus we also have answers to a few FAQs at the very end. So, without further ado, let’s head on to our list!

How much do construction companies charge in Cork?

According to our research, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all construction cost. This is because the price will depend on a number of factors such as location, property size, design, materials, and so on.

To add, you’re also going to need to allot a hefty sum for fees and paperwork. These include council development charges, utility connection charges, engineer site inspections, and more.

As of writing, the council development charges cost €26.35 per sqm for new houses and apartments. As for engineer site inspections, you can expect fees to start at around €300.

The Best Construction Companies in Cork

Here’s a glimpse of the criteria we used during our selection process:

Range of work – By looking at their portfolio and past clients, we took into consideration their ability to work on a variety of different structures.

Customer support – To ensure helpfulness and professionalism, we’ve taken into consideration how easy it was to get in contact with them through their communication lines and operating hours.

Efficiency – We chose entries that did a great job and provided reasonable turnaround times.

Network – We eyed entries that already had a number of partnerships with renowned names in the industry such as engineers, architects, and suppliers to ease material and product sourcing.

Now let’s take a look at what you really came here for: the best construction companies in Cork!

1. J Doyle Building Contractors Cork

CRITERIA	RATING
Range of work	★★★★★ (5/5)
Customer support	★★★★★ (5/5)
Efficiency	★★★★ (4/5)
Network	★★★★ (4/5)

Established in 2016, J Doyle provides a full scope of construction services. Particularly, new builds, extensions, renovations, and conversions for both commercial and residential projects.

With a little over 15 years of experience, they’ve already racked up quite the reputation among locals for their high-quality service.

We think this is also evidenced by their stellar online portfolio which shows 80+ completed work. We highly suggest checking this out for yourself to see if their skills fit what you’re looking for.

Overall, we’re happy with what we’ve seen so far as the range of work goes.

However, we were a bit iffy about the fact that their team only consists of eight members. While this may not be much of an issue for small projects, this might be a cause for concern for large-scale projects.

On a brighter note, we liked that they had the overall process laid out, as it shows that they have a clear and organized course of action.

Plus if you aren’t sure about how to go about your project, their experienced team can give you a handful of suggestions. We appreciate this little service as it definitely won’t hurt to get some insights from professionals.

Did we mention that they’re a family-run business? We find that family-run businesses are a tad more flexible in structure as well as honest and open communication with their clients.

Speaking of client communication, we also like that they give regular updates at every stage, whether in-person or via email. We definitely appreciate their strong efforts in keeping clients in the loop.

Customer Reviews

Great honest contractor

“I live in an Old Victorian that was passed down from my father. I was nervous about who was renovating it because I didn’t want anything to compromise the structure. J Doyle Building Contractors was recommended to me by a friend and really took time to understand what I wanted and treated my home like it was his own. Very organized, everything was soundly put in placed and now the home feels more solid than ever with a price that I would have gladly payed 20% more. He is a great honest contractor/person and I highly recommend.” -Jacob Hauge

Forever grateful

“Thank you Guys for the help expanding my clinic, forever greatful” -Anthony O Connor

2. P&T Complete Renovations

CRITERIA	RATING
Range of work	★★★★ (4/5)
Customer support	★★★★★ (5/5)
Efficiency	★★★★★ (5/5)
Network	★★★★ (4/5)

One of the main reasons P&T made it onto our list is because of their detailed quote. Here, they will create 10 pages’ worth of descriptive points along with 3D visualizations that’ll be ready in 14 days.

This definitely stood out to us, as it shows their professionalism and transparency. We’re sure that many of their clients appreciate this extra effort, too, as it shows exactly where their money is going and the detailed expected results.

Did we mention that their project managers and foremen also double as the directors and partners of P&T? We find that a hands-on approach helps promote productive operations.

Speaking of their operations, they have an extensive portfolio of past projects. We think this is worth checking out, as it establishes credibility and helps clients visualize their work.

Oh, another thing worth mentioning is that they have an in-house design team. This is great if you don’t have a plan for your project yet and need a little bit of help.

It’s also great that you’ll be assigned a contractor to coordinate with. This way, you won’t be juggling between different contact persons.

Aside from design advice, their staff can also provide support and assistance via email, telephone, or Zoom. If you plan on paying them a visit, keep in mind that they’re only open during the weekdays.

We also found it impressive that they also supply materials, too. We appreciate this extra convenience, as clients can simply choose the materials and have them delivered.

They don’t elaborate much on this service, which we think is a tad of an oversight. Nevertheless, you can inquire about it if you’re interested in this one-stop-shop service.

Customer Reviews

Highly recommend

“I knew about P&T on Summer 2020 since I needed to renovate my new apartment in less than 60 days. Despite the difficulties due to Covid-19, they managed to get the apartment ready in such short time, bringing in the small pieces and final details later on as soon as possible, which is awesome considering the delays due to the restrictions.  Paul specifically has been very kind, answering to all of my questions and bringing me with him choosing the new bathroom and kitchen straightly from the suppliers. He was also always ready to return my calls and emails.

I highly recommend them for the precision of how they get the job done, the kindness and the reliability.” -Francesco Torbidone

Great service

“I’ve recommended Paul to friends of mine. He contacted them when he said he would. Went to meet them. Gave them a detailed competitive quote. Got the job done when he said he would. Great service” -Fionan Cogan

3. Toorak Construction

CRITERIA	RATING
Range of work	★★★★ (4/5)
Customer support	★★★★ (4/5)
Efficiency	★★★★★ (5/5)
Network	★★★★ (4/5)

Toorak Construction was established by Kieran O’Donovan, an experienced contractor that established his own company aiming to provide a more unique and personalized approach to construction projects.

Unique to them is that they specialize in modern design home building, in particular. Hence, if this style is your cup of tea, you may want to check them out.

Given that Kieran is also at the forefront of operations, we’re happy that each project is carried out to a high standard. Hence, it’s no surprise that many of the clients we’ve gotten in touch with had no reservations recommending them.

Did we mention that they’re a multi-award-winning contractor, too? This is evidenced by a number of clients that we’ve spoken to who have praised their high-quality services, particularly their perfectionism.

If you’re interested to see their past work, they have an online portfolio up on their website. This way, you can see for yourself if their line of work best fits your vision.

We also found it impressive that their range of work spans from designing to complete execution. This makes them a convenient one-stop shop, as you won’t need to look for other professionals.

Overall, we have to give it to them in terms of extensive qualifications and a stellar track record.

Customer Reviews

Highly recommended

“Our roof was completely ripped off during the storm last year. Contacted Toorak and they literally came the next day and put on a whole new roof for us. If they hadn’t come that day our house would have been flooded as the next day more rain hit. Thankfully they paused the job they were doing to help us out. Highly recommended.” -Ian O’Sullivan

Brilliant service

“Brilliant Service from Kieran and his team. Very professional and a perfectionist at his work. Would definitely recommend using Toorak for building your home.” -Dave C

4. Linehan Construction

CRITERIA	RATING
Range of work	★★★★ (4/5)
Customer support	★★★★ (4/5)
Efficiency	★★★★★ (5/5)
Network	★★★★★ (5/5)

One of the main reasons that Linehan Construction made it onto our list is because of their unique specialization: conservation building and restorations.

Since refurbishing old buildings is a tricky project to execute, we were happy to see expertise in this field. Especially since they use traditional building materials and techniques to bring life to period buildings.

Apart from that, they’re also capable of performing new builds and renovations across Ireland. Their process begins with a free consultation, concept and design, construction, and finally, the finishing touches.

Speaking of design, we think it’s great that they offer a 3D model of the final results. This definitely eliminates any room for miscommunication, as you’ll see exactly what the results will be.

You can view all of their past work in their online portfolio. We highly suggest checking out their past projects, as this can give you a glimpse of what you’ll be in for.

We also found it impressive that they have a qualified team of professionals which include architects, interior designers, engineers, planning consultants, and craftsmen.

Why does this matter? We find that ready-made teams have a solid framework for working together, which helps reduce the chances of any hiccups along the way.

We think this is also pretty convenient, as you won’t have to look for any other professionals to take on the job.

To cap it all off, they’re also a Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) approved contractor. This means that their newly built projects are all energy-efficient, eco-friendly, A-rated, passively-heated, and air-tight.

We think that’s definitely worth noting, as it’ll significantly lower your home’s overall energy consumption. In turn, you’re doing more for the planet while cutting back on expenses, which definitely sounds like a win-win to us!

Customer Reviews

Available for discussion at short notice

“Leo is genuinely interested in proper restoration, and in doing things correctly, being available for discussion at short notice, and personally over-seeing progress regularly.” -Gerald McGreal

Helped us to source quality finishes

“We have been impressed by Leo’s attention to detail during the construction phase, and he has helped us to source quality finishes at a price that we could afford.” -John and Antoinette Moynihan

5. McAreavey Construction

CRITERIA	RATING
Range of work	★★★★ (4/5)
Customer support	★★★★ (4/5)
Efficiency	★★★★★ (5/5)
Network	★★★★ (4/5)

With 30 years worth of experience up his sleeve, Richard McAreavey established McAreavey Constructions.

His expertise is evident in how he’s capable of doing the nitty-gritty planning permissions down to the last finishing touches. We find that his hands-on approach helps instil confidence in his clients, too.

If you don’t have any concrete plans yet, they can also help you with that since they have an in-house architectural design service.

We like that they can also make 2D and 3D visualizations of the results. We find that this helps alleviate any miscommunication, as the details are clearly shown in the design’s blueprints.

If you’re not easily swayed by words, you may want to check out his online portfolio to see his skills for yourself.

Apart from that, we think it’s worth highlighting that they’re known to build all their new homes to a minimum Building Energy Rating (BER) A3. We were truly impressed by that, as this top-tier energy label is quite difficult to attain.

Hence, their specialization in building homes with high efficiency in mind only strengthened our positive impression of them.

We’ve also heard a ton of good things about how their professionalism, which definitely earns points for customer service from us.

However, given that small family-run companies often rely on limited manpower, this may be a cause for concern if you have a large-scale project.

With that said, they’re also limited to residential projects only. So, if you’re looking for a contractor to take on a commercial build, you may want to consider the other entries on our list.

Customer Reviews

Go above and beyond

“McAreavey construction go above and beyond to deliver your dream home. Attention to detail at every stage of the process. I would recommend anyone thinking of building to contact Richard.” -Denis Collins

Most relaxed process from start to finish

“We have recently moved into our beautiful new home built by McAreavey construction. Richard drew up our house plans and also obtained our planning permission for us. It was the most relaxed process from start to finish. Richard was most helpful with the whole process. He was always at hand to answer any questions and also provided some great advice throughout the build. He was in constant contact throughout the build, letting us know what was going on at each stage. I could not recommend Richard highly enough he has a great work ethic and a gentleman to deal with. I wish Richard and McAreavey construction all best for the future.” -Ciara Kelleher

FAQs about Construction Companies in Cork

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That wraps up our top picks of the best construction companies in Cork! We hope that we made your search a whole lot easier, and we wish you the best of luck in your project!

Say, if you’re looking for other ways to spice up your space, check out some of our recommendations here:

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