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RM Builders and Contractors Ltd RM Builders and Contractors Ltd. The complete construction company... under one roof!

RM Builders and Contractors Ltd are a construction company based in the Tavistock area that operate across Devon, Somerset and Cornwall. We have an excellent reputation for delivering quality work from our highly motivated and skilled team. The company specialises in high quality building works including Period Restorations, Listed Building Renovations, Extensions, Conversions, New Builds and Repairs for both Commercial and Domestic clients up to the value of £1.5 million. Since being established in 1992 by husband and wife team Rob and Eunice Moule, the company is proud to have earned and maintained recognition and awards by established industry groups. Our constant aim and endeavour is to ensure that all clients are given the best service and standard of work at all times. Our depth of knowledge and expertise ensure that this is always the case, whatever our client’s requirements and limitations. Specialist trades are carried out by our tried and tested contractors who are organised and overseen by either Rob Moule or one of our experienced site foremen. Our team of experienced builders, tradesmen and contractors are proven to be reliable and trustworthy, and all hold the relevant Trade Certifications and Insurances. To request an estimate please contact us either by email or phone and we will respond as soon as possible.

Thinking about improving your home?Whether it’s one room that needs a new lease of life or a complete renovation, RM Bui...
21/10/2026

Thinking about improving your home?

Whether it’s one room that needs a new lease of life or a complete renovation, RM Builders & Contractors can help you create a home that works better for you and your family. We carry out high-quality home refurbishments across Devon, Cornwall and the surrounding counties, taking care of everything from interior updates and layout changes to structural alterations, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, plastering and finishing work.

And it’s not simply about making a home look better. We can also incorporate energy-efficiency improvements and practical changes that make your property warmer, more comfortable and better suited to the way you live.

Older or character property? You’re in experienced hands. We understand that these buildings need a considered approach. Wherever possible, we preserve the features that give a property its character while carefully introducing the modern improvements it needs.

We also know that having building work carried out in your home can be disruptive. That’s why good planning and communication are every bit as important to us as good workmanship. We coordinate the trades, keep you informed throughout and maintain a safe, clean and organised site – particularly when you’re living in the property while work takes place. From smaller improvements to complete home renovations, our focus remains the same: quality workmanship, careful attention to detail and a finished result built to last.

Planning changes to your home? Get in touch with RM Builders & Contractors to talk through your ideas.

LOOKING BACK | WHITSAND BAY, CORNWALLFor this Looking Back, we’re heading to the Cornish coast and a project where locat...
16/10/2026

LOOKING BACK | WHITSAND BAY, CORNWALL

For this Looking Back, we’re heading to the Cornish coast and a project where location was both its greatest asset and one of its biggest challenges. Set in a spectacular clifftop position overlooking the Atlantic, this holiday chalet at Whitsand Bay was created to make the most of its surroundings while standing up to everything the exposed coastline could throw at it.

Our work began with the complete demolition of the original chalet. We then excavated and prepared the site to create a stable, secure foundation for the new property – an especially important consideration in such a challenging coastal location. Material choice was equally important. Sustainable timber was used throughout the build, alongside high-performance Knauf insulation to help protect the chalet from the strong winds and harsh weather experienced along this stretch of coastline.

Inside, the emphasis shifted towards warmth and comfort. Underfloor heating was installed throughout, complemented by oak flooring to create a clean, contemporary interior with a natural feel.

And then, of course, there’s that view! Large openings bring plenty of natural light into the chalet while framing the spectacular coastline beyond. The result is a bright, open living space that feels connected to its surroundings without compromising on comfort or performance.

From demolition and groundwork through to construction and finishing, this was a project that demanded careful planning and an understanding of its environment. The finished result? A modern, durable coastal retreat designed to make the most of one of Cornwall’s most impressive locations.

Making Your Home Work for YouSometimes, relatively simple changes to a home can make an enormous difference to everyday ...
14/10/2026

Making Your Home Work for You

Sometimes, relatively simple changes to a home can make an enormous difference to everyday life. At RM Builders & Contractors, we carry out disabled adaptations across Devon, helping people make their homes safer, more accessible and better suited to their individual needs.

No two people — or homes — are the same, so there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. An adaptation might mean installing a level-access shower, ramp or handrails. It could involve widening doorways, improving access between rooms or adapting a kitchen or bathroom. In other cases, more substantial alterations may be needed to make a home work properly for the person living there.

Whatever the scale of the project, the aim is the same: to create a practical, comfortable environment that supports greater independence without making your home feel any less like home.

Where required, we can work alongside occupational therapists and local authorities, ensuring adaptations meet the individual’s needs as well as current building regulations. And if structural work or changes to existing services are needed, our experienced team can coordinate the different trades and manage the project from start to finish.

We also understand that this type of work is often carried out while people are still living in the property. Careful planning, good communication and keeping disruption to a minimum are therefore every bit as important as the building work itself.
If you or a family member are considering adaptations to make a home safer and more accessible, talk to RM Builders & Contractors about what’s possible.

LOOKING BACK | OLD CHARACTER, MODERN PERFORMANCECan an old Dartmoor cottage become an exceptionally energy-efficient mod...
09/10/2026

LOOKING BACK | OLD CHARACTER, MODERN PERFORMANCE

Can an old Dartmoor cottage become an exceptionally energy-efficient modern home without losing the character that makes it special? This project near Postbridge proves that it can.

RM Builders & Contractors transformed this derelict granite cottage and adjoining barn for the Duchy of Cornwall, creating a comfortable family home designed to perform to an exceptionally high standard.

The original building had endured years of exposure to the Dartmoor weather, but its granite walls and traditional character were well worth preserving. Rather than starting again, the project gave the existing buildings a new lease of life.

Behind the traditional appearance is a very modern approach to energy efficiency. Careful attention was given to insulation, airtightness, thermal bridging and the overall performance of the building, with high-performance materials incorporated alongside traditional construction techniques.

The result achieved Passivhaus EnerPHit Certification, the standard developed specifically for highly energy-efficient renovations of existing properties.

Its remote location also presented some interesting challenges. A borehole-fed water system was installed, while a woodburner provides additional warmth during those colder Dartmoor months.

Most importantly, none of this came at the expense of the cottage’s identity. The finished home still belongs in its landscape, combining traditional materials and familiar Dartmoor character with the comfort and efficiency expected of a modern home.

The quality of the project was also recognised by Devon Building Control with a Certificate of Recognition for Building Excellence in 2021.

For homeowners considering the future of an older property, it’s a great example of just how much can be achieved with thoughtful design, careful planning and skilled construction.

More Space. More Possibilities.Sometimes the home you already love simply needs more space.A well-designed extension can...
07/10/2026

More Space. More Possibilities.

Sometimes the home you already love simply needs more space.

A well-designed extension can transform the way you use your property, whether that means creating a larger kitchen, adding a new living area, introducing an extra bedroom or simply giving your family more room to grow.

At RM Builders & Contractors, we deliver high-quality domestic extensions across Devon and the surrounding counties. From single-storey and rear extensions to side and two-storey builds, every project starts with understanding what our clients want to achieve.

An extension should feel like a natural part of the original property rather than something that has simply been added to it. That’s why we pay close attention to materials, rooflines, proportions and finishes, ensuring continuity between the existing building and the new space.

Just as importantly, we consider how the extension will work day to day. Natural light, insulation, drainage, energy efficiency and the flow between rooms all play a part in creating a space that is comfortable, practical and built for the future.

Throughout the project, our experienced team works closely with homeowners, architects and the relevant authorities where required. We keep our clients informed at every stage, manage the build carefully and always aim to minimise disruption.

With decades of experience behind us, our focus remains the same: skilled workmanship, careful project management and an extension that genuinely enhances your home.

Looking Back - St Martin’s Church Hall, LiskeardOlder buildings have their own character – and looking after them proper...
02/10/2026

Looking Back - St Martin’s Church Hall, Liskeard

Older buildings have their own character – and looking after them properly often means knowing what to preserve, what to repair and what can be carefully improved.

That was very much the approach at St Martin’s Church Hall in Liskeard.

A major part of the project involved the roof. Existing slates were carefully removed and, wherever possible, retained for reuse. Our team also carried out repairs to timber, stonework and leadwork, using methods and materials appropriate to the building.

It’s often the details that make the difference on an older property. New cast iron rainwater goods were chosen to sit naturally alongside the existing architecture, while careful internal redecoration gave the building a fresh lease of life without taking away the character people know and value.

We also introduced something distinctly modern: solar panels.

These were incorporated discreetly, helping to improve energy efficiency while respecting the appearance of the building. For us, that balance is important. Caring for an older property doesn’t mean it can’t adapt to modern life – it simply means those changes need to be considered properly.

Whether we’re working on a historic church, a listed building or a much-loved period home, the principle is the same. Understand the building first. Retain what can be retained. Repair properly. And make improvements with the long term in mind.

Because the best restoration work shouldn’t erase a building’s history. It should help write its next chapter.

LOOKING BACK | Weir QuaySome projects give us the opportunity to work with buildings that tell a much bigger story.At We...
02/10/2026

LOOKING BACK | Weir Quay

Some projects give us the opportunity to work with buildings that tell a much bigger story.

At Weir Quay, RM Builders & Contractors have been involved in the conversion of the historic Tamar Union Tin Smelting Works, transforming this important Grade II listed site into high-quality residential homes while preserving the character and fabric that make it so distinctive.

The story of the site stretches back to 1849, when the Tamar Union Tin Smelting Works was established. It continued operating as a tin smelter until 1896 and originally formed part of a larger industrial complex alongside a neighbouring silver and lead smelter. Together, they were known as the Tamar Smelting Works.

Its history didn’t end with the closure of the smelter. Over the years, the buildings took on new roles, including use as an estate workshop. In the early 20th century, parts of the complex were even used for commercial jam production.

That long and varied history has left its mark on the buildings, making their conservation an important part of the Weir Quay project.

Working with a Grade II listed property requires a very different approach from a new build. Existing materials and historic details need to be understood and respected, while the building itself must be carefully adapted to meet the demands of modern living.

For RM Builders & Contractors, projects such as Weir Quay are about finding that balance – preserving an important piece of our region’s industrial heritage while giving these remarkable buildings a new purpose for generations to come.

A kitchen has to do much more than just look good.It’s one of the hardest-working rooms in any home, often used from fir...
30/09/2026

A kitchen has to do much more than just look good.

It’s one of the hardest-working rooms in any home, often used from first thing in the morning until last thing at night. Getting it right means thinking carefully about how the space works, as well as how it looks when everything is finished.

At RM Builders & Contractors, that planning starts well before the new kitchen goes in. We look at the layout, the available space and the services required, as well as any structural changes that could make the room work better for the people who use it every day.

There’s also a lot that needs to come together during the build. Plumbing, electrics, plastering, flooring, tiling and decorating all have their place, and managing those stages properly makes a real difference to both the process and the finished result.
And because a kitchen refurbishment can have a big impact on everyday family life, we understand the importance of keeping things organised, communicating clearly and making the process as straightforward as possible.

We may be known for some much larger construction projects, but the principles don’t change with the size of the job.

Careful planning. Skilled workmanship. Attention to detail. And a kitchen designed to be lived in for many years to come.

Looking Back - Cholhouse FarmhouseSome buildings can be repaired. Others need to be carefully brought back to life.Cholh...
25/09/2026

Looking Back - Cholhouse Farmhouse

Some buildings can be repaired. Others need to be carefully brought back to life.
Cholhouse Farmhouse is a 17th-century thatched cottage, traditionally built from cob and rubble stone with lime render. Following extensive fire damage, there was a very real challenge ahead: how do you restore a badly damaged historic home without losing the character that makes it special?

As a Grade II listed building, simply replacing everything with new wasn’t an option – nor would we have wanted it to be.

Working alongside the appointed surveyor, Conservation Officer and other specialists, we carefully assessed what remained. Wherever possible, original cob walls, timbers and traditional finishes were stabilised and repaired. Where elements couldn’t be saved, we used appropriate materials and traditional methods to reinstate them.

It was painstaking work, but that’s often what older buildings require. Understanding how they were originally constructed – and how those materials behave – is every bit as important as knowing how to rebuild them.

The finished farmhouse retained the character and appearance of the o
riginal building while once again becoming a safe, practical family home.

We’re very proud of projects such as Cholhouse Farmhouse. They represent an important part of what we do at RM Builders & Contractors and the experience we bring to period properties, listed buildings and older homes across Devon.

Because when you own a building with history, sometimes the greatest skill lies in knowing what not to change.

A great bathroom should feel effortless. Getting it to that point takes experience.There’s a lot happening behind the fi...
23/09/2026

A great bathroom should feel effortless. Getting it to that point takes experience.

There’s a lot happening behind the finished surfaces of a bathroom. Plumbing, electrics, ventilation and waterproofing all need to work together, while the layout has to make good use of what is often one of the smaller spaces in the home.

That’s why we approach bathroom refurbishments with the same care and planning we bring to much larger projects.

Before work begins, we consider how the space will be used, what needs to change and how each stage of the build fits together. From there, our team can manage the different trades involved, from the initial preparation and services through to tiling, decorating and those final details that bring everything together.

Just as importantly, we understand that we’re working in someone’s home. Good organisation, clear communication and consideration for the people living there are every bit as important as the quality of the finished work.

Whether we’re creating a new family bathroom, adding an en-suite or refurbishing an existing space as part of a larger renovation, the principle is the same: do the job properly, pay attention to the details and create something that will serve the household well for years to come.

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