FOR HOMEOWNERS
We are the Midlands Premier Rendering
& EWI Specialists
Welcome to GPD
Please explore our services dedicated for domestic property projects
About Us
Specialists in External Wall Insulation & High-Performance Render Systems
Our homes are our ultimate pride, long lasting performance with appealing and relevant aesthetic are a pre-requisite.
GPD Rendering & EWI specialise in transforming all types of domestic properties — from modern homes to traditional solid-wall buildings, cavity-wall construction, and timber or metal-framed structures. Whether it’s a new build, a remodel or retrofit, we install accredited external wall insulation (EWI) and render systems that have at times served as market leaders. Our work helps homeowners improve comfort, lower energy use and enhance the overall appearance and value of their homes.
Our Accreditations
& Certifications
Before & After Transformations
Real homes. Real results.
Take a look at some of our recent domestic projects where cold, inefficient or weather-worn exteriors have been turned into warm, efficient and visually striking homes.
Property Type
Oakwrights Newbuild Oak Frame with render infill panels
System Installed
Fassa Hydrated Lime system to clay fused stainless steel mesh mechanically fixed to external grade Knauf Aquapanel
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Project Description
Carefully protect the property, remove all existing render panels including render carrier system.
Apply temporary protection.
Seal all panels before applying suitable breather membrane before installing new render backing board and application of an additional seal.
Apply clay fused mesh in preparation for render application.
Bead all panels to include an additional 3rd weather-proof seal.
Apply Fassa Bortollo Hydrated lime re-enforced render system, with a silicone 0.6mm very lightly textured through coloured finish.
Benefits achieved: An opportunity to re-think the weatherproofing performance of the facades.
Address water ingress issues being experienced.
New render panels to compliment the stunning half-timber design.
Durable through coloured vapour permeable finish.
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Benefits Achieved
- Noticeable improvement in indoor comfort
- Reduced heat loss through external walls
- Durable, low-maintenance exterior finish
- A boost in kerb appeal and property value
Property Type
Solid wall 1930’s style detached house
System Installed
Project Description
Supply & install the EPS EWI system directly to the existing masonry.
Retain period features e.g. half-timbered detail to gables, which included Insulation to ensure thermal continuity.
Benefits Achieved
- Dry fix EWI system eliminating risk of potential of damp issues
- Improved Thermal performance and Increased property Energy rating
- Improved comfort and reduced heating bills
- Increase to Kerb appeal with a full Refresh of external fabric with durable and long lasting through coloured Silicone Render
- Positive impact on sale-ability and in some cases a potential for increase to property value
Property Type
Masonry cavity wall construction with sand-cement painted render. Constructed early 2000’s
System Installed
‘Scrim & Pin’ re-enforced thin coat over-rend with full silicone through coloured finish
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Project Description
A pair of executive bungalows with failing sand cement render that was applied to new build properties in the early 2000’s.
GPD were employed to provide an over-rend solution following substrate preparatory works to stabilise the walls ready for the new render.
The new render system ‘Scrim & Pin’ consists of applying a thin coat re-enforced system to the existing substrate. This avoids costly and disruptive render removal.
This method is highly effective providing that the substrate is suitable. GPD are happy to assess the substrate to identify the most suitable system for the building.
Benefits Achieved
Disruptive and often messy render removal avoided
The newbuild aesthetic and feel of the properties is revived
Durable crack resistant system results in longer lasting render that will not suffer the same issues.
Colour stable finish
Property Type
1960’s solid wall brick construction, with painted finish
System Installed
PPG EPS EWI system to current building regulations
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Project Description
Objective to address ‘cold walls’ that were resulting in condensation.
Reduce maintenance of masonry paint regularly cracking & flaking. Requiring almost annual attention.
Benefits Achieved
Elimination of the ‘Cold walls’
Thermally stable internal environment
Durable crack resistant system results in longer lasting render that will not suffer the same issues, with a colour stable finish
Property Type
1950’s cavity wall construction with Cotswold Bradstone facing blocks and Newbuild 7kn Blockwork cavity walls to new extension
System Installed
PPG Johnstones Stormsheild BBA Certified silicone render system
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Project Description
Render works as part of an extension and remodelling project to a detached executive rural property in rural Gloucestershire.
Bradstone presents an extremely inconsistent substrate to render over. Often seeing voids of 40mm deep.
When rendering this could result in thicknesses of render reaching 55mm thick. When the renderer is applying in accordance with important manufacturer recommendations.
To avoid adding excessive weights to the original structure GPD used dedicated hand held masonry planning equipment to reduce the peaks of the Bradstone blocks.
This was followed by a levelling coat that is within the required manufacturer guidelines for optimum performance.
The standard BBA certified system from PPG was installed successfully.
Benefits Achieved
- Modernised façade aligned with the updated property design, unifying external appearance following extensive alterations
- Both re-enforced and flexible to deal with the requirements where changes of substrate are present.
- Vast range of colours to achieve that important aesthetic effect or overall design. whether an architect or a style savvy homeowner
Property Type
Victorian cottage of solid brick wall construction
System Installed
PPG EPS EWI system to current building regulations
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Project Description
EWI installation to a period cottage, designed to improve thermal performance while retaining traditional character.
A detailed pre-works survey carried out to identify the most suitable system. Plus consultation on how to retain the period effects of this charming Malvern cottage. Roof: A key decision taken was to extend roof verge to accommodate the EWI system and retain the same original design.
Elsewhere, aluminium powder-coated verge trims to the same colour as painted wood and guttering were discreetly installed. See if you can see where they are? 😊
Slate window cills were incorporated into the design to avoid the use of inappropriate modern materials.
Benefits Achieved
- Significant thermal upgrade without loss of period character traditional detailing retained through sympathetic design choices
- Improved weather protection to historic masonry
- A warmer, more comfortable home with minimal visual impact of the external insulation works
- U-value calculation to assess likely performance of the EWI system. Especially relevant in certain areas where condensation had historically occurred to cold walls.
- Consistent texture with stable colour that delivers longer term performance
Property Type
Mid 1800’s cottage near Upton on Severn
System Installed
Heritage-approved NHL 3.5 hydraulic lime render system, with silicate paint finish.
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Project Description
- Project description: Careful removal of all existing cracked render and assess the original substrate and suitability of planned works before proceeding.
Carry out minor repairs and stitch-tie cracks apparent.
Render replaced with Heritage compliant NHL3.5 Hydraulic Lime Render in line with traditional methods. Final pass to a smooth sponge finish with block Ashlar pattern to original dimensions.
Heritage compliant silicate paint with suitable primer.
Benefits Achieved
Breathable render system appropriate for listed buildings
Improved moisture management and protection of historic masonry
Retention of authentic Georgian detailing
Extended lifespan of the external fabric without modern intrusion
Property Type
Georgian Grade II listed detached house
System Installed
Project Description
Careful removal of all existing cracked render and assess the original substrate and suitability of planned works before proceeding.
Carry out minor repairs and stitch-tie cracks apparent.
Render replaced with Heritage compliant NHL3.5 Hydraulic Lime Render in line with traditional methods. Final pass to a smooth sponge finish with block Ashlar pattern to original dimensions.
Heritage compliant silicate paint with suitable primer.
The works included the replication and replacement of period profiles, ensuring the façade remained historically accurate while improving protection to the building fabric.
Benefits Achieved
- Breathable render system appropriate for listed buildings
- Improved moisture management and protection of historic masonry
- Retention of authentic Georgian detailing
- Extended lifespan of the external fabric without modern intrusion
How to Enquire: we'll guide you through it!
Getting started is easy!
You can enquire from here:
- Follow the link below
- Attach photos or drawings showing each elevation
- Include a brief note explaining your plans and objectives
- Add any questions
This can be done smoothly from your mobile, tablet, PC or Mac
We complete an electronic take-off
Once your enquiry comes in, we review everything and prepare an initial take-off using your images, plans and, where needed, tools like Google Earth. From this, we put together an estimate for you to consider.
You look over the estimate
This gives you a good sense of costs and helps you decide whether you’d like to move forward to the next stage.
If you’re happy to proceed, we arrange a site survey
We will carry out a thorough physical survey at this stage.
By way of example:
External Wall Insulation – enquiries for domestic properties
As well as the obvious consideration of the external walls. An understanding of the property construction should always include the internal environment when considering an EWI installation. We always assess the internal space to gain an understanding of the presence of damp and the potential for condensation.
Render only – enquiries for domestic properties
Similarly surveys for non insulated enquiries need to consider the impact of the external coating to the building as a whole, not only the suitability of the existing substrate.
Our quotation and accompanying information
- Full quotation with breakdown
- Thorough notes of clarification detailing all items included, points for consideration, important aspects identified during the survey and the information relative to the proposed work
- At order placement stage we provide U-Value calculations with condensation analysis (EWI enquiries), copy of BBA Certification (for Local Authority Building Control purposes) or a project specific system providers specification
What our clients say…
Also see our other Google reviews by searching GPD Contracts Ltd.
Accreditations & Quality Assurance
INCA – Leading standards for EWI
We follow the principles set by INCA (the Insulated Render & Cladding Association). INCA represents best practice across the industry, promoting correct system use, installer competence and consistent workmanship.
SWIGA – Independent warranty assurance for EWI
Our installations are covered under the SWIGA (Solid Wall Insulation Guarantee Agency) framework. SWIGA provides independent warranty protection for solid wall insulation systems, ensuring work is installed to recognised standards and giving clients confidence in long-term performance and compliance.
ADDITIONAL ACCREDITATIONS
Alongside INCA and SWIGA, we also operate under:
- ISO 9001 Quality Management
- Approved installer status with leading EWI and render system manufacturers
- Industry-recognised training and competency schemes
- Full professional indemnity cover for the work we undertake
What this means for your home
These accreditations and safeguards ensure your installation is carried out with accuracy, accountability and long-term performance in mind.
Recommended & approved installers of proven market leading systems: all with BBA Accreditation
