Trade Category
General Construction
The physical work that makes plans real
Specialties in General Construction
Each trade below explains what the professional does, what services you can expect, and how to evaluate their work as a client investing from abroad.
Civil & General Construction
General contractors execute the full construction sequence — from site clearing and excavation through foundation, walling, and slab construction. They manage subcontractors, materials, and labour on your behalf.
Services Provided
- Site preparation & earthworks
- Foundation & substructure works
- Blockwork & brickwork superstructure
- Concrete works & slab construction
What to Expect
A structured programme, consistent quality control, and a safe site that makes steady, visible progress each week.
Steel & Metalwork
Steel fabricators produce gates, window frames, staircases, grilles, and structural steel elements. Quality fabrication and correct surface treatment determine how long steelwork lasts against corrosion.
Services Provided
- Structural steel fabrication & erection
- Security gates & window grilles
- Metal staircases & balustrades
- Galvanising & anti-corrosion treatment
What to Expect
Accurate dimensions, clean welds, and properly treated surfaces delivered to programme.
Landscaping & Exterior
Landscapers shape the outdoor spaces around your building — driveways, parking areas, gardens, fencing, pools, and boundary walls — completing the overall property.
Services Provided
- Garden design & soft landscaping
- Paving, driveways & hardscaping
- Fencing, perimeter walls & gates
- Swimming pool construction & maintenance
What to Expect
Low-maintenance designs suited to the local climate, using plants and materials that thrive in Kenya's conditions.
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