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In 2025 AAL construction undertook complete refurbishment of our fisherman's cottage in Buckie involving a small extension, replacement of a flat roof, repairs to a pitched tiled roof, remodelling the kitchen and bathroom, replacing all windows and doors (interior and exterior) and other upgrades. Brian worked with us to ensure the scope of our project came within budget. The project was completed within the agreed timeframe and within budget. We are very satisfied with the work carried out and have subsequently engaged Brian to construct a block built storage shed which was also completed to a high standard. We have been very happy with the subcontractors used when required for jobs such as brickwork, rendering, upgrading central heating and rewiring.
We would highly recommend AAL construction.
We have had the pleasure of working with Brian Lean for almost three years, and we cannot speak highly enough of him.
Brian first came on board when we were looking to build our extension and initially took on the wind-and-watertight stage but then went on to deliver a superb interior finish that exceeded our expectations. Since then, he has completed a wide range of additional projects throughout our property — many of them while we were overseas with work — and he has proven himself to be completely trustworthy and dependable at every stage.
He is professional, approachable, and a pleasure to deal with. Communication is always clear, timelines are respected, and his standard of workmanship is consistently excellent. He is also 100% reliable, which gives enormous peace of mind.
We have confidently recommended Brian to family members, for whom he completed a full extension to their total satisfaction.
Without hesitation, we would highly recommend Brian for any building project — large or small.
AAL Construction Ltd project managed a single storey, kit-built extension to our property as well as completing all the associated joinery work. We have been thoroughly impressed with the service provided by Brian and his colleague Ed throughout the entire development.
At the quotation stage AAL Construction were the only company amongst the numerous ones we contacted that managed to provide a costing in line with the architect's estimate. During our initial discussions Brian the manager actively sought out ways to come in under budget by clever sourcing of materials as well as being willing to agree to some tasks to be done on a DIY basis.
Throughout the build both Brian and his colleague Ed remained thoroughly accommodating, being careful to consult us when there were options to the material/way in which something was constructed. There were several customer driven amendments/additions to the plan as the build progressed but the 2 men obligingly completed them.
Their care for our property and attention to detail was of the highest order. For example, when completing a task within the house that produced dust one of them would be holding a vacuum cleaner up to the work area whilst the other carried out the task; I have never known workmen to be so considerate. In addition, when improvements to the design were identified Brian discussed his concerns and ideas with us explaining why he recommended a particular course of action.
Brian's communication throughout was excellent; when he said he would be on site he was always there. He focused his time to the build and wasn't the sort of builder that would disappear without warning for weeks at a time. On the contrary, he was always present to oversee another tradesman or check and sign for a delivery even though he wasn't directly involved with that particular task. When asked a question whether by email, text or face to face, he quickly provided a straight answer and did what he promised he would do.
In summary I cannot recommend AAL Construction Ltd highly enough. Indeed having Brian and Ed on site and around the house was a genuine pleasure. They are 2 friendly, reliable and professional people who, in my experience, have a genuine desire to ensure the customer is 100% satisfied with the product they are supplying. If I ever have any need in the future for building work to be done, I know exactly who I will be calling.
Brian was a pleasure to work with from start to end. He converted an office into a bathroom, installing a Velux window into the ceiling; ripping out and replacing a severely damaged roof, floor, ceiling and walls of an attached toilet; removing and replacing all windows in the house and converting a separate kitchen and bathroom into one kitchen diner.
Before the work started we met him on site and walked through the property discussing what we were hoping to change and the type of style we were after. He was open to our ideas and changed some of his initial suggestions based on our feedback. He listened carefully and I felt he got a proper sense of our likes and dislikes and was happy to adapt accordingly.
He also picked up on other issues around the property that needed repairs, providing suggestions and advice on what could be done.
Most of the work was carried out when we were away from the house. We are based 300 miles South of Portsoy, so were not on site to give instant decisions. Brian shared photos of the site, explained options and provided video updates of progress.
When it came to making decisions he was very helpful and patient. He provided links to websites so we could choose flooring, radiators, bathroom items and so on. If we weren't keen on what was available, he would provide alternative suggestions and was happy for us to self source some items. If we made a choice that he wasn't sure would work, he would explain why and suggest what else would work instead.
Whilst the work was taking place we would occasionally visit for a few days to see how things were progressing and get a better sense of the new space. We would let him know when we were coming and he would ensure that the house was immaculate whenever we arrived and it was hard to believe that builders had been on site the day before. Our neighbours reported that Brian and his team were considerate throughout the job, and both intend to employ him in future.
The finished results surpassed our expectations and Brian and his team have made the house into a dream home. We cannot recommend him highly enough.
