Background to Galower Build

We’re Kevin Gale and Mick Power, and we created Galower Build in 1978. The name is a merging of our two surnames and it stands for our combined philosophy and way of working. This page is all about Galower Build and what matters to us.

We set out to be high-quality builders, and that's exactly what we are to this day. Galower Build's first projects were extensions to domestic properties and small renovation projects. We constructed our first 4 bedroom detached house in1980, since which time we've grown steadily. Under our careful management and direction, together with the support of all our employees, we've remained a stable, successful business. We've worked steadily through various recessions that have floored many bigger companies. Now, Galower Build has an enviable reputation for building high-end residential and educational properties.

Qualified to build

The clue to our success lies in our professional approach to every building project and the principles that we encourage our employees to adopt:

Galower Bullet WhiteA solid understanding of every stage of construction

Galower Bullet WhiteHigh standards of work throughout

Galower Bullet WhiteEffective communication with stakeholders: architects and engineers, property owners and their neighbours, suppliers and 3rd party contractors

We attended Twickenham College of Technology at the same time, and served our apprenticeships in carpentry (Mick) and bricklaying (Kevin). This grounding in traditional, core skills combined with a continued application of the latest building techniques, makes Galower Build an invaluable and trusted partner for architects and their clients.

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What matters to Galower Build

Galower Build takes pride in the following values and we can demonstrate every single one of them.

Duty of care: making the whole 'Galower experience' a good one, with the welfare and needs of everyone involved, at the core of how we work

Clear communication: straightforward, careful and consistent communication skills are instrumental in the running and completion of a successful project

Professional project management: planning and management based on knowledge, experience and diligence so we 'get the job done' efficiently and effectively

High standard of workmanship: from strategic advice to the physical build, achieving our clients' visions through the right mix of modern and traditional techniques

Realising the vision: buying into your dream 100%, making sure we're on the same wave length as our clients: the architect and their client, the property owner

Financially stable: being both resourceful and disciplined, managing our project portfolio and budgets with care and attention

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The team

Currently, we have a workforce of 40+, comprising site workers, office staff and the two of us  - Mick and Kevin - at the heart of every build project. Many of our people have been with us for years and we’re delighted that the second generation has joined us (so far we have 4 sons working at Galower). We use 3rd party resource as necessary, selecting from our own network of specialist contractors. Our aim, always, is to maximise efficiency, minimise disruption and achieve a smooth, successful experience for every client whatever their individual circumstances. For example, we can adopt flexible working hours to accommodate a home owner's schedule or avoid disruption to school timetables.

Kevin Gale

Education:
Matthew Arnold Senior School,
Twickenham College of Technology: City & Guilds (advanced bricklaying)

Early work experience:
Wallace Brothers
SJ Caruthers

Likes:
Golf, tennis and football.

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Mick Power

Education:
Cardinal Godfrey School,
Twickenham College of Technology: City & Guilds (advanced carpentry)

Early work experience:
Royal Hampton Court
Windsor & Kensington Palaces
Gosling Construction

Likes:
Touring car racing, scuba diving and clay pigeon shooting

FAQs

Keeping the neighbours happy should be a priority for every builder. After all, they’re everyone’s neighbours for the duration of the project. Considerate builders keep the neighbours informed of any major disruption as a consequence of the work on site. Also, keeping noise to a minimum, ensuring good behaviour on site, managing dust and debris, and ensuring all vehicles access the site safely and considerately. Our safety hoardings, which surround each site, are customised to each client making it as interesting as possible for the local community.