Free, no-obligation quotes across West Lothian 07747 062426david_bathgate@yahoo.com
40+ years West Lothian's local builder

Patios, driveways, decking & fencing, done properly.

From a new patio or driveway to decking and fencing, one experienced builder handles the lot. Tell us about the job and get a free, no-obligation quote.

  • Over 40 years in the trade
  • Free quotes, no pressure to go ahead
  • Covering West Lothian & surrounding areas
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“He's the man for the job, you won't be disappointed.”
Sharon M., new patio · Recommended on Facebook
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40+ yearsin the building trade
Free quotesno obligation, no pressure
LocalWest Lothian & surrounding
Recommendedby every Facebook reviewer
Before & after

Real jobs. Drag to see the difference.

Every photo here is genuine work by DB General Builders. No stock photos.

New block-paved driveway: afterNew block-paved driveway: beforeGroundworkFinished

New block-paved driveway

Dug out, new sub-base, two-tone block paving with charcoal edging.

Fence replacement: afterFence replacement: beforeBeforeAfter

Fence replacement

Leaning, rotten fence out. New posts and full-height timber fence in.

Driveway jet wash: afterDriveway jet wash: beforeMid-cleanAfter

Driveway jet wash

Years of dirt and algae lifted. You can see exactly where the clean starts.

Path jet wash & weed clear: afterPath jet wash & weed clear: beforeBeforeAfter

Path jet wash & weed clear

Weeds and moss pulled from every joint, then the whole path deep cleaned.

Patios, decking, fencing, steps and full garden makeovers.See all projects →
What we do

Everything outside, and plenty inside.

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Driveways & patios

Old drives and gardens dug out and replaced with block paving or a new patio, laid on a proper base so it doesn't sink.

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Fencing & gates

New fences, full replacements and gates, put up solid to handle the West Lothian weather.

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Decking & steps

Raised and low-level decking, planters and steps, built level, solid and safe underfoot.

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Kitchens & shower rooms

Kitchens and shower rooms fitted and finished properly, from start to finish.

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Jet washing

Driveways, paths and patios deep cleaned, moss and weeds cleared, joints re-sanded.

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General building

Conversions, roofs, steps and more. If it's building work, ask. After 40 years there's not much he hasn't done.

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Sandstone patio laid by DB General Builders
40+years in the trade
Why DB General Builders

Four decades of getting it right the first time.

DB General Builders is run by David Bathgate, a builder with over 40 years in the trade, covering West Lothian and the surrounding areas.

Experience you can see

Over 40 years of driveways, fences, steps and building work. The before and afters speak for themselves.

One builder, the whole job

Groundwork, paving, fencing, steps and kitchens. No juggling different trades.

Built properly underneath

The bits you never see, like the base under a driveway, are what make a job last.

Straight, free quotes

Tell us what you need and get a clear price. No obligation, no hard sell.

How it works

Three simple steps.

Getting a quote takes a minute. There's nothing to sign and nothing to pay.

Tell us about the job

Fill in the quick form. A couple of photos helps if you have them.

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We'll get back to you to talk it through and give you a clear price.

Job done properly

The work gets done right, and the site's left tidy when we're finished.

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Driveways & jet washing

From a tired old drive to good as new.

We build new driveways and keep them looking that way. Tap through the stages.

1Dig it out. Old surface up, ground levelled, compacted sub-base down.
2Lay it by hand. Block paving with proper edging.
3Keep it clean. Jet washed when the moss and stains build up.
Before
The problem

Cracked, sunken, full of weeds.

Groundwork

Dug out and rebuilt from the base up.

✓ Excavation & groundworks
New driveway

Block paving, laid by hand.

✓ New driveways & block paving
Years later

Moss, algae and oil stains.

Jet washing

Deep cleaned, strip by strip.

✓ Driveway & patio jet washing
Done

Like the day it was laid.

Reviews

Don't just take our word for it.

100%
★★★★★of reviewers recommend DB on Facebook
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“David laid a patio in our back garden, a big job for a solo worker with a lot of digging out, but from quote to completion we had great communication, quality materials and got exactly what we asked for. He's a guy with a great work ethic who just keeps going relentlessly till it's done, and leaves the site spotless. He's the man for the job, you won't be disappointed.”
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Sharon M.New patio · May 2023
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“Davie did a conversion for us 2 years ago, complete with new roof. From original visit to final completion service was second to none. Excellent service. Would recommend in a heartbeat.”
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Jill B.Conversion & new roof · Apr 2018
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“Front garden paved, fenced and metal gates made by DB General Builders. Great job done and highly recommended. Also fitted kitchen for us, very happy customer.”
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Susan D.Paving, fencing, gates & kitchen · Apr 2018
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“I recently had DB General Builders install a new kitchen and shower room. Couldn't be happier with the results. Would highly recommend, professional and efficient service.”
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Wendy C.Kitchen & shower room · Apr 2018
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“We once had a health and safety hazard of a driveway and now it's lovely thanks to DB. Highly recommend.”
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Lynda K.Driveway · Apr 2018
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“Great service, neat and tidy. Highly recommend.”
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Lorna R.General building · Apr 2018
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Areas we cover

Local to West Lothian.

Based in West Lothian and covering the surrounding areas, including:

LivingstonBathgateLinlithgowBroxburnWhitburnArmadaleWest CalderEast CalderMid CalderUphallBlackburnFauldhouse

Not on the list? Get in touch anyway. If it's nearby, we can probably help.

FAQ

Good questions.

Are quotes really free?

Yes. Every quote is free and there's no obligation to go ahead.

What areas do you cover?

West Lothian and the surrounding areas, including Livingston, Bathgate, Linlithgow, Broxburn and nearby towns. If you're not sure, just ask.

What kind of jobs do you take on?

Driveways and paving, fencing, steps, kitchens, jet washing and general building work. Big or small.

What's the best way to get a quote?

Call David on 07747 062426, or fill in the form with a few details about the job. If you can, email over a couple of photos too. It makes the quote quicker and more accurate.

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Let's get your job sorted.

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  • 40+ years of experience on every job
  • Clear price, no hard sell
  • Photos help us quote faster
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Prefer email?david_bathgate@yahoo.com
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