Business Details
Expert Construction Services in Bournemouth
Drewitt Group, established in 1877, has over 140 years of experience in the construction and property sectors. Our philosophy centres on honesty, respect, and building long-term client relationships through professional and efficient service. We specialise in new builds, extensions, alterations, and refurbishments across industrial, residential, ecclesiastical, and commercial sectors. As a family-owned business, we combine generational expertise with modern practices, serving clients in the West Midlands and beyond. Our commitment to quality is reflected in landmark projects such as the Bournemouth Winter Gardens and the Homebase Mallard Road development. We prioritise client satisfaction through transparent communication, innovative solutions, and adherence to rigorous safety and quality standards.Our team of certified professionals delivers tailored services, including electrical installations and fire safety systems, underpinned by a deep understanding of local market needs. With six generations of leadership, we maintain a legacy of excellence while adapting to evolving industry demands. Our property division offers strategic leasing solutions for businesses of all sizes, supported by a portfolio spanning industrial estates and commercial units. We are dedicated to community engagement, as evidenced by initiatives like the Poole Hospital staff wellbeing project. Today, Drewitt Group continues to uphold its founding principles while preparing for its 150th anniversary with renewed focus on sustainable practices and client-centric innovation.
Services
New Builds
Extensions
Refurbishments
Property Letting
Electrical Services
Fire Alarms
Commercial Construction
Industrial Projects
Building Maintenance
Design & Build
Highlights and features
- We offer 140+ years of construction expertise across diverse sectors.
- Our family-owned ethos ensures personal, client-focused service delivery.
- We provide end-to-end solutions from design to project completion.
- Our team holds specialist certifications in electrical and fire safety systems.
- We maintain long-term client relationships through transparent communication.
What people say
Excellent customer service
Professional and attentive
Positive attitude
No disruption to school life
Family company ownership
Services
New Builds
We deliver bespoke new build projects across industrial, residential, and commercial sectors. Our process combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to create structures that meet exacting standards. Clients benefit from our 140-year heritage in creating landmark developments like the Homebase Mallard Road retail park.
Property Letting
Our property division offers office and business unit rentals across Dorset and the West Midlands. We provide flexible leasing solutions for startups and established businesses, supported by a portfolio that includes the Drewitt Industrial Estate and commercial units in Bournemouth.
Electrical Services
Drewlec Electrical Services specialises in fire alarm installations, emergency lighting, and commercial electrical systems. Our certified engineers ensure compliance with safety regulations while delivering reliable infrastructure for businesses in the West Midlands and surrounding regions.
Refurbishments
We undertake complex refurbishment projects requiring minimal disruption to operations. Recent work includes upgrading educational facilities like Talbot Heath School while maintaining strict adherence to project timelines and safety protocols.
Design & Build
Our design-and-build approach offers clients single-point accountability from concept to completion. This streamlined process ensures cost efficiency and quality control, particularly for large-scale projects like the Arts University Bournemouth development.
People
Alex Drewitt
Managing Director of Drewitt Construction Ltd
Alex leads Drewitt Construction with a focus on expanding operations in the West Midlands. As the sixth generation of the Drewitt family, he combines traditional values with modern construction practices to deliver complex projects efficiently.
Richard Drewitt
Director of James Drewitt & Son Ltd
Richard oversees electrical services and property management divisions. With a quantity surveying background, he has developed Drewlec Electrical Services into a key business unit while maintaining the group's commitment to client-focused solutions.
Gillian Drewitt
Managing Director of Property & Estates
Gillian manages the group's property portfolio and administrative operations. A chartered surveyor since 1993, she has expanded the estate beyond the original industrial park while ensuring strategic growth aligned with market demands.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide new builds, extensions, refurbishments, and electrical installations across industrial, residential, and commercial sectors.
How long has your company been operating?
The Drewitt Group has delivered construction and property services since 1877, spanning six generations of family leadership.
Which areas do you serve?
We primarily operate in the West Midlands, including Hereford & Worcester, Warwickshire, Gloucestershire, and Shropshire.
Do you offer emergency services?
We do not provide emergency services but focus on planned construction projects and scheduled maintenance work.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payment method details are discussed during project scoping to ensure transparent financial arrangements for each client.
