Building Contractor in Plumstead, Cape Town
Building Contractor in Plumstead
Our office is in Plumstead. 68 Projects Building Co handles renovations, extensions, garage conversions, and property maintenance right here in our own suburb.
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Your Local Plumstead Builders
This Is Our Own Suburb, Not Just a Service Area
68 Projects Building Co is based in Plumstead. That is not a marketing line — it means we can be at your property quickly, quote sooner, and stay close to a job while it is running. We know the housing stock here because we work in it every week.
Plumstead sits between Wynberg and Diep River and is mostly solid single-storey homes from the 1940s to the 1970s, semi-detached cottages, and newer townhouse complexes off Main Road. Face-brick and plaster, rusting steel window frames, and damp off the low-lying sandy ground are the recurring issues, and we deal with all of them.
Our Services
Building Services We Offer in Plumstead
Whether you are adding a room, converting a garage for rental income, or maintaining an investment property, we handle the whole job under one team.
Home Renovations
Full renovations that bring 1940s to 1970s Plumstead homes up to the way families live now.
Building Extensions
Extra bedrooms, bathrooms, and open-plan living added to solid single-storey homes.
Bathroom Renovations
Modern, waterproofed bathrooms with quality tiling, plumbing, and finishes.
Roofing
New roofs, re-roofing, roof repairs, and waterproofing built for Cape Town weather.
Ceilings & Bulkheads
Ceiling installations, bulkheads, and cornices that lift the finish of any room.
Property Maintenance & Repairs
Ongoing repairs and turnaround work for landlords, letting agents, and investment properties.
Kitchen Renovations
Reworked layouts and new cabinetry that open up compact mid-century kitchens.
Structural Alterations
Garage conversions, flatlet additions, and removing walls with proper structural support.
Why Choose Us
A Builder Around the Corner, Not Across Town
Being local changes how a project runs. Site visits happen sooner, problems get looked at the same day, and there is no travel time built into the price. It also means our reputation here is built on work our neighbours can see.
- Our office is in Plumstead, so we are on site quickly and know the area
- One team coordinating structural, roofing, plumbing, and electrical work
- Clear scope and written quote before any work starts
- Guidance on plans and approvals for extensions, flatlets, and conversions
- Practical solutions for damp, rusted steel windows, and ageing services
- Clean, considerate work on occupied homes
Properties We Work On
Family Homes, Flatlets, and Rental Stock
Plumstead is a mix of owner-occupied family homes and a large rental and investment market. We work on both, and the approach differs — a family extension runs to your timeline, a rental turnaround runs to a handover date.
Single-storey family homes
Semi-detached houses
Townhouse complexes off Main Road
Mid-century face-brick homes
Sectional title and complexes
Rental and investment properties
How It Works
How a Plumstead Project Runs
A clear process keeps your project on scope, on budget, and free of surprises from the first site visit to handover.
Site Visit
We are based a few minutes away, so we can get to your Plumstead property quickly and assess the work.
Design & Plans
We plan the layout — an added room, a converted garage, a reworked kitchen — and handle drawings and approvals.
Detailed Quote
You receive a clear quote covering labour, materials, structural work, and finishes.
Construction
Our team carries out the build with attention to structure, weatherproofing, and detail.
Handover
We complete the finishes, check the work, tidy the site, and hand over your finished space.
Serving Plumstead & Beyond
Based in Plumstead, Building Across the Southern Suburbs
Plumstead is home for us, and it puts our team within easy reach of Wynberg, Diep River, Southfield, Bergvliet, Kenilworth, Constantia, and Tokai — as well as the wider Cape Town area. Wherever your property is, we bring the same standard of workmanship, clear communication, and reliable project management.
Frequently Asked Questions About Building in Plumstead
Common questions from Plumstead homeowners and landlords — covering extensions, garage conversions, damp, rental maintenance, and quotes.
Where are you based?
Our office is in Plumstead. It means we can get to a site quickly, quote sooner, and stay close to a job while it runs — and we know the housing stock here because we work in it every week.
Do you work throughout Plumstead?
Yes, across the whole suburb and the areas around it, including Wynberg, Diep River, Southfield, Bergvliet, and Kenilworth.
Can you add a bedroom or bathroom to a 1960s Plumstead house?
Yes. Most homes here are solid single-storey builds on a decent plot, which usually leaves room to extend at the back or the side. We handle the foundation, structure, roof tie-in, and finishes so the addition reads as part of the original house.
Can you convert a garage into a flatlet for rental income?
Yes, this is a common job in Plumstead. A conversion typically needs a new floor and damp-proofing, insulation, a bathroom and kitchenette, and often approved plans. We handle the build and guide you through the approvals.
What can be done about damp in a Plumstead home?
The ground here is low-lying and sandy, and the winter water table sits high, so rising damp and damp patches are common. We treat the cause first — drainage, damp-proofing, and waterproofing — before any replastering or painting.
Do you handle ongoing maintenance for landlords and letting agents?
Yes. Plumstead has a large rental and investment market, and we take on repairs, between-tenant refurbishments, and ongoing maintenance, working to a fixed handover date where a unit needs to be ready.
How do I get a quote?
Get in touch to arrange a free site visit. We assess the property, discuss your ideas, and provide a written quote covering the full scope of work.
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Areas We Service
Based in Cape Town, we provide renovations, structural repairs, waterproofing and property maintenance across the Southern Suburbs, the Northern Suburbs and surrounding areas. We work on both residential properties and commercial or industrial premises. If your suburb isn't listed below, get in touch — chances are we cover it too.
Residential Suburbs
- Bakoven
- Bantry Bay
- Bellville
- Bergvliet
- Bishopscourt
- Bloubergstrand
- Brackenfell
- Camps Bay
- Century City
- City Bowl
- Claremont
- Clifton
- Clovelly
- Constantia
- Diep River
- Durbanville
- Edgemead
- Fish Hoek
- Fresnaye
- Gardens
- Goodwood
- Green Point
- Higgovale
- Hout Bay
- Kenilworth
- Kirstenhof
- Llandudno
- Meadowridge
- Milnerton
- Mouille Point
- Mowbray
- Muizenberg
- Newlands
- Observatory
- Oranjezicht
- Panorama
- Pinelands
- Plattekloof
- Plumstead
- Rondebosch
- Rosebank
- Salt River
- Sea Point
- Simonstown
- Southfield
- Sunset Beach
- Table View
- Tamboerskloof
- Tokai
- V & A Waterfront
- Vredehoek
- Welgemoed
- Woodstock
- Wynberg
Industrial Areas
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