Building Excellence, One Project at a Time
At Frencon Construction Limited, we are a well-established building construction company based in Chiswick, West London, with over 40 years of experience in delivering small to medium-sized alteration, refurbishment, and new-build projects. We take pride in our extensive network of repeat public and private sector clients, demonstrating our ability to work within 'live' environments in schools, hospitals, and housing.
Our History
In March 2011, Glenman Corporation, a leading national building contractor in Ireland, acquired Frencon. Today, the Frencon and Glenman Corporation brands work in a collaborative and complementary manner on renovation and building construction projects in London and the South East of England. This synergy enables us to offer an unparalleled level of service to our clients.
Our Services
We provide a comprehensive range of construction services, including:
Main Contractor
As a main contractor, we offer traditional and design and build forms of contract. Our expertise encompasses internal and external refurbishment of 'live' occupied facilities, decanting of client operations into temporary facilities, and provision of value-engineered construction solutions. Our sectors of operation include education, residential, commercial, retail, and healthcare.
Design and Build
Our design and build services include new build works on green and brown field sites, demolition, extension, alteration, and remodelling to existing facilities. We operate in sectors such as education, residential, leisure, commercial, retail, and healthcare.
Key Services
Some of the key services we offer include:
- The development of value-engineered construction solutions, providing clients with real value through the exploration of alternative construction techniques and programming.
- Effective risk management, identifying possible risks to project delivery and timeline at pre-commencement stage and introducing control measures to mitigate their effects.
- Detailed planning of works, encouraging early stakeholder involvement and promoting collaboration between all parties.
- Project management, design coordination of client, design team, and specialist sub-contractors, as well as Client and Community Liaison through dedicated project personnel.
- Quality control measures, including building handover and aftercare services, to ensure a smooth transition for clients.
- Sustainable construction solutions, pledging a lower carbon footprint and reduced waste for all our construction sites.
- Assistance with feasibility studies, project cost planning, and logistical issues.
Our Expertise
At Frencon Construction, we take pride in our expertise in working within 'live' environments, including schools, hospitals, and housing. Our extensive experience in providing construction services to the public and private sectors has earned us a reputation for reliability and quality.
Award Recognition
John Doyle, our Managing Director, has been nominated in the Rising Star category of the Construction News Awards 2020. This prestigious award celebrates the best companies, projects, and achievements in the building construction industry in the UK.
Conclusion
At Frencon Construction, we are committed to delivering high-quality construction services to our clients. Our comprehensive range of services, expertise in working within 'live' environments, and commitment to sustainability ensure that we are well-equipped to handle a variety of construction projects. We look forward to working with you to bring your construction project to life.
Poor Experience with Frencon
Frencon's reputation took a hit with multiple reviewers sharing their disappointing experiences with the company. Disputes over Payment is a recurring theme, with one reviewer, Phillip Eveleigh, mentioning that when it came to paying for services, Frencon reduced the invoice by half and refused to pay for extra hours worked. Another reviewer, Glenman, had a similar issue, stating that Frencon "cut there bill in half" without valid reason.
The poor work quality and professionalism were also highlighted by multiple reviewers, with Shok Izm describing Frencon's work as "Negative Quality, Professionalism, Value". This was further corroborated by Phillip Eveleigh's mention of "drunk workers on site", which raises serious concerns about the company's commitment to providing a safe and reliable service.
Red Flags and Warnings
It is clear that Frencon's business practices have raised several red flags, particularly with regards to payment and quality of work. Reviewers have sounded the alarm, warning other companies and customers to be extremely cautious when dealing with Frencon.
