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Professional Building & Roofing Services
We are J Jolliffe, one of the longest-serving building firms in the Southeast region, with a trading history that spans over 150 years. Our family-run business has been providing comprehensive building solutions, painting and decorating services, and roofing expertise to domestic and commercial clients across a 30-mile radius since 1866. Based in Wanstead, our dedicated team delivers high-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service to clients in Loughton, Chigwell, Chingford, Epping, Romford, Brentwood, and beyond. We specialise in a wide range of services including home extensions, loft and garage conversions, house renovations, property maintenance, and both interior and exterior painting and decorating. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by our long-standing reputation and the trust our customers place in our capabilities.Backed by our memberships with the Federation of Master Builders and accreditations from SafeContractor and Altius Aim Higher, we maintain the highest standards in all our projects. Our insurance-approved status ensures our clients' peace of mind when undertaking significant building work. We approach each project with the same level of professionalism and respect, regardless of scale, treating every client relationship with the importance it deserves. We continue to uphold our founding principles of quality craftsmanship combined with reliable service that has defined our approach for over a century and a half. Our team's extensive industry experience and our comprehensive understanding of client needs position us as a trusted partner for all building requirements in the Southeast region.
Services
Building Services
Roofing
Painting & Decorating
Property Maintenance
Home Extensions
Highlights and features
- A name you can trust with over 150 years of trading history
- Experienced builders with decades of industry knowledge
- Specialist building contractors covering the Southeast region
- Federation of Master Builders members committed to high standards
- Insurance-approved building contractors ensuring policy validity
Associations and certifications
- SafeContractor
- Altius Aim Higher
- Federation of Master Builders (FMB)
What people say
Quality of work superb
Professional and helpful staff
Reliable and trustworthy service
Excellent communication throughout
High standard of finishes
Services
Building Services
We offer comprehensive building services including home extensions, loft and garage conversions, and full property renovations. Our experienced team handles projects from initial design through to completion, ensuring quality craftsmanship throughout. Covering a 30-mile radius across Southeast England, we provide reliable solutions for both domestic and commercial clients.
Roofing
Our roofing services include new roof installations, repairs, and roofline maintenance. We handle pitched and flat roofs, fascias, soffits, and guttering with precision and care. Backed by our SafeContractor accreditation, our professional roofers deliver durable solutions that protect properties across the Southeast region.
Painting & Decorating
We provide interior and exterior painting and decorating services with attention to detail and finish. Our team offers wallpaper hanging, Artexing, and decorative design consultations. With over 150 years of experience, we bring expertise to every decorating project across London and Essex.
Property Maintenance
Our property maintenance solutions cover scheduled upkeep, emergency repairs, and property improvements. We serve landlords and property management companies across the Southeast, ensuring properties remain in excellent condition. Our comprehensive approach addresses both regular maintenance and unexpected issues.
Home Extensions
We specialise in creating custom home extensions that maximise living space and property value. Our end-to-end service covers design, groundwork, and finishing touches for single or multi-storey extensions. Experienced in both traditional and modern construction techniques, we deliver quality additions tailored to client requirements.
Questions
What areas do you cover for your building services?
We operate across Southeast England covering a 30-mile radius from our Wanstead base, including Loughton, Epping, Chigwell, Romford, Brentwood and Chingford.
Are you a certified building contractor?
Yes, we're accredited by SafeContractor, Altius Aim Higher and are members of the Federation of Master Builders, demonstrating our commitment to quality and safety standards.
Do you offer emergency repair services?
We provide emergency repair services for urgent situations like storm damage, break-ins, or structural issues affecting property habitability, particularly for landlords and property managers.
How experienced is your team?
With a trading history since 1866 and decades of combined experience among our team members, we bring extensive expertise to every building, roofing and decorating project.
What types of building projects do you handle?
We handle a full range of domestic and commercial building projects including home extensions, loft and garage conversions, property renovations, and both interior and exterior painting services.
Can you help with property maintenance for landlords?
Yes, we offer comprehensive property maintenance solutions for landlords and property managers, including scheduled maintenance programs, emergency repairs and property improvement work across multiple locations.
