East LothianMon-Fri 8am-6pm · Sat 8am-2pm 07841 419343info@pacjoinery.co.uk HomeAboutServices Garage ConversionsLoft ConversionsHouse ExtensionsJoineryKitchen FittingHome RenovationsBespoke WardrobesFlooringMedia WallsDoorsFull House Builds Areas TranentMusselburghHaddingtonPrestonpansNorth BerwickDunbarCockenzie and Port SetonWallyfordLongniddry Our WorkReviewsContactFree Quote Home / Services # Full House Buildsin East LothianFrom the Ground Up Get your new home built and finished by two partners with 25+ years each, who run the build, co-ordinate every trade and keep you informed every week. Get my free quote 07841 419343 100% recommend on Facebook · 50+ years' combined experience - 50+ years' combined experience - Free, no-obligation quotes - No deposit - Weekly payment - No hidden costs The service ## What it is and why it matters A full house build covers everything from foundations to handover: structure, roof, first and second fix, and finishes. ### Why professional help matters A house build has hundreds of steps and many trades. Experience running builds keeps it on track. ### Who it's for Self-builders with a plot, and families replacing an existing house. ### When you need it Once you have a plot, approved drawings and consents in place. Getting it wrong ## What happens when it's done badly Self-builds often overrun because nobody owns the whole programme. ### Delays Trades not booked in sequence. ### Budget overruns Unclear scope adds extras. ### Quality gaps Problems hidden behind finishes. ### Stress Managing everything yourself. ### Common mistakes we see - -Trying to project-manage alone with no experience. - -Starting before consents are in place. - -Leaving finish decisions too late. - -Choosing on headline price. How we work ## Our process, step by step - 1 ### Meeting and quote We review drawings and the plot and give a written quote. - 2 ### Programme We set the order of works. Building warrants are the client's responsibility. - 3 ### Structure Foundations, walls, roof and watertight shell. - 4 ### Fit-out Trades co-ordinated, joinery first and second fix. - 5 ### Handover Final walk-round and snag list completed. What you get ## The benefits ### Experienced partners Gordon and Craig have 25+ years each. ### One contact You deal with us throughout. ### Pay for progress No deposit. Once work starts you pay at the end of each week for the work done that week. ### Clear quote No hidden costs. ### Joinery in house The timber work is our core skill. ### Weekly updates You know where the build stands. In detail ## What a full house build involves Every build follows the same key stages. 01 ### Groundworks Site clearance, foundations, drainage and slab. 02 ### Timber frame or masonry Both common in Scotland; each has pros for speed and cost. 03 ### Roof Trusses or cut roof, then covering. 04 ### First fix Studwork, services and insulation. 05 ### Second fix and finishes Doors, stairs, kitchens, floors and fitted furniture. 06 ### Replacement dwellings Demolishing an old house and building new on the same plot. ### Related services House ExtensionsJoineryKitchen Fitting We cover all of East Lothian, including Tranent, Musselburgh, Haddington, Prestonpans, North Berwick and more. Contact us or go back to the homepage. Questions ## Frequently asked questions How much does a house build cost?Depends on size and specification. Free written quote, no hidden costs. How long does it take?Usually many months. Your quote includes a programme. Who gets the building warrant?That's the client's responsibility. We'll explain what's needed. Do you take a deposit?No deposit. Once work starts you pay at the end of each week for the work done that week. Do you co-ordinate all trades?Yes. Can you work from my architect's drawings?Yes. Can you fit the kitchen and floors too?Yes, we handle the finishing. Which areas do you cover?All of East Lothian, including Tranent, Musselburgh, Haddington, Prestonpans, North Berwick, Dunbar, Cockenzie and Port Seton, and Wallyford. ## Build your home with one experienced team Free quote, no deposit. Tell us about your plot. - Free, no-obligation quotes - No deposit - Weekly payment - No hidden costs07841 419343 Garage and loft conversion specialists across East Lothian, backed by over 25 years of joinery each. Gordon Rollo and Craig Pucko, Partners ### Services - Garage Conversions - Loft Conversions - House Extensions - Joinery - Kitchen Fitting - Home Renovations - Bespoke Wardrobes - Flooring - Media Walls - Doors - Full House Builds ### Areas - Tranent - Musselburgh - Haddington - Prestonpans - North Berwick - Dunbar - Cockenzie and Port Seton - Wallyford - Longniddry ### Contact 07841 419343info@pacjoinery.co.uk 13 Appleby Drive, Macmerry, Tranent, EH33 1FN - Monday to Friday8am-6pm - Saturday8am-2pm - SundayClosedFacebookLeave a review Popular: Loft conversions East Lothian · Garage conversions East Lothian · House extensions East Lothian · Kitchen fitters Tranent · Joiner in Tranent · Joiner in Musselburgh · Builder in Haddington · Builder in North Berwick · Joiner in Dunbar · Home renovations East Lothian · Bespoke wardrobes East Lothian · All services · All areas© 2026 PAC Joinery and Building. 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