Clan Contracting Limited

🤩 Here we go again, new project secure! 🚧 📍 Toxteth Reservoir, Liverpool We're thrilled to announce Clan Contracting Limited is tackling a vital restoration project at the iconic Toxteth Reservoir, a Grade II listed structure in Liverpool. This project involves the creation of a large new access point in the southern wall of the Reservoir, penetrating the substantial 3-meter-thick structure. We’ll incorporate a meticulously designed lintel, a credit to the expertise of David Owens from Sutcliffe. This new entrance will open directly onto High Park Street, enhancing accessibility and functionality. This expansion will open up even more possibilities for this popular event venue, filming location, and cherished piece of Liverpool history, as seen in shows like Peaky Blinders 😎. Stay tuned for updates as we revitalise this historic structure! In the meantime, get in touch to discuss your own project needs: 📞 +44(0)151 422 8000 📩 info@clan.co.uk #Liverpool #ToxtethReservoir #RestorationProject #HeritageBuilding #EventVenue #FilmingLocation #CivilEngineering #Construction #BuildingHistory #constructionUK

When our lads need a little extra help to get the job done, we bring in some Halloween helpers to make things spooktacular! 🎃 Happy Halloween!

🎃 Trick or Treat… 🍭 Look at us! Advertising in a newspaper in 1988! Finding this gem was definitely a treat. 🍬 While others might be hunting for sweets tonight, we're thrilled to have found this piece of Clan history showcasing our Patented Wall Ties. 🥳 Back when Margaret Thatcher was the first female PM, Clan was already leading the way in wall tie innovation. By 1984, we weren't just participating in the industry - we pioneered the first Code of Practice for wall tie installation! 😉 But speaking of things that go bump in your walls... let's talk about what REALLY haunts building owners: 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴? 🏚️ Key Causes of Wall Tie Deterioration: ➡️ 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: The most prevalent cause of metal wall tie failure is moisture ingress, which triggers oxidation (rust) over time, leading to horizontal cracking, bulging of walls, or stepped cracking around openings. ➡️ 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀: Employing low-grade metal or ties incompatible with the specific environment (e.g., standard galvanised steel in high chloride settings) can significantly accelerate deterioration. ➡️ 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀: Buildings are dynamic structures. Ground settlement, thermal expansion/contraction cycles, and wind loads can exert stress on wall ties. ➡️ 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗿𝘀: Improper installation techniques, such as insufficient embedment depth or neglecting to stagger ties. ➡️ 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: In rare instances, specific mortar compositions can react negatively with certain wall tie materials, leading to a loss of bond strength and potential tie degradation. Trust Merseyside's wall tie pioneers to keep your building's structural integrity secure. 😉 Have any questions? Leave a comment below! #wallties #construction #remedialengineering #trickortreat #StructuralRepair #CavityWall

So far… 1️⃣ Stone sampling for petrographic testing ✔️ 2️⃣ Parapet and baluster removal and replacement 🔄 3️⃣ Stone repair and re-pointing 🔄 4️⃣ Facade cleaning 🔄 The team’s been hard at work at 𝑨𝒔𝒉𝒕𝒐𝒏 𝑻𝒐𝒘𝒏 𝑯𝒂𝒍𝒍, and we’re in the facade cleaning phase in some areas—while restoration is still ongoing in others. We’re using Doff to safely lift decades of grime from the delicate sandstone. This low-pressure, high-temperature method (150°C steam) works wonders, leaving the stone’s original features intact. Why Doff? ✅ Effective against biological contaminants ✅ Quick drying method—important when working in unpredictable UK weather! 🌧️ ✅ Gentle on sensitive surfaces like this one ✅ Ideal for polluted environments—a must in urban areas Meanwhile, the new balusters we’re reproducing are looking sharp. We’ll be unveiling them soon—stay tuned! 👀 👀 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬: How do you ensure intricate elements like balusters match the original design while meeting modern safety standards? #HeritageRestoration #Stonework #StructuralEngineering #FacadeCleaning #FacadeConservation #FacadeRestoration

These are DEFINITELY photos to remember! 🙌🥳 Our Managing Directors—Damian Meyers, Jen Gavin & Colin McEllin MCIOB—were on-site at the historic Cannington Shaw No. 7 Bottle Shop, kicking off Phase One of its #restoration. A big thank you to John F Tabern MSc for the kind words—being recognised for our quick mobilisation and teamwork means a lot! 💪 Exciting times are ahead, and we’re thrilled to be working with John F Tabern MSc, St Helens Council and the Cannington Shaw Preservation Trust CIC!

It has and continues to be a pleasure managing the fireplace refurbishment package, and all credit goes to the Clan Contracting Limited team for their hard work and dedication bringing the fireplaces back to life.

I have successfully completed my MCIOB, I would like to take this opportunity to thank Noel McKee FCIOB and @paul andrews from Training LMS who have helped me to get Chartered, I am very grateful, also I would like to thank my amazing fellow Directors Damian Meyers and Jen Gavin just for always being there for me , and my amazing wife Vikki McEllin for just putting up with me ❤️😂

We’re thrilled! It's been a brilliant season for Clan! We can’t deny it—we’re just grateful! 🙌 From securing major heritage projects to adding another milestone to our team’s expertise, we’re happy to share that Colin McEllin MCIOB, our Operations Director, has officially become a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB). 👏 Colin's journey—12 years in the making—proves that it doesn’t matter where you start; it’s about having the grit to keep moving forward. For Colin, being told he "would amount to nothing" by his teachers didn't stop him from reaching incredible achievements. And we're not just talking about him becoming Chartered; we're talking about co-owning two companies and leading significant projects. That’s not easy—it’s definitely not "nothing"! 💪 We’re proud of Colin and look forward to Clan’s future as we continue building towards becoming a Chartered Building Company 🥳 🎊. If you’re on a similar path—keep going. Anything is possible with the right mindset and support. #StructuralRepair #HeritageRestoration #MCIOB #Leadership #Teamwork #ClanContracting #CharteredCompany

Taking on the 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 means managing a lot of risks, especially with scaffolding around such delicate structures. But AJS Scaffolding knows its business. Their bespoke scaffolding isn’t just mitigating the risks—it’s actively elevating our confidence in how flawlessly this job is being done. 😉 With their team still hard at work, we’re officially in lift-off mode with the restoration! Our welfare cabin setup is fully in place, the team is tackling the first minor repairs, and we’ve already started clearing debris from some areas. Cannington Show is coming back to life, and AJS is laying the groundwork (literally!) 💪 Cannington Shaw Preservation Trust CIC

🚨 Updates from the 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬 & 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐬  in 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐲! 🧱 Our team’s been busy with the brick replacements and more – yes! We know the pics show just that 😁 – but there’s plenty more going on! Here’s a quick look at what we’re up to 😉: ➥ Brickwork replacement? All over it. ➥ Repointing? Well underway. ➥ Crack stitching? Sorted. ➥ Concrete repairs? In full swing. ➥ Installing new bell cast beads? In place. ➥ Protective coatings to keep the weather out? On it. ➥ Final DOFF cleaning to make it all sparkle? Coming right up. We’re committed to delivering the highest standards of work to safeguard this building for years to come. Rock solid 💪. Got a project that needs specialist structural repairs? We’d love to help: 📞 +44(0)151 422 8000 📩 info@clan.co.uk