Leading the way in construction
Established in 1974, Graline Construction is a leading construction, kitchen, and bathroom renovation company based in Solihull.
We provide a polished and professional end-to-end service including project design, supply, and installation, with all work carried out by our talented in-house team.
Our story
Set up by a husband-and-wife team, Graline Construction combines not only Graham and Pauline’s names, but also their hard-working attitude and dedication to first-class craftsmanship.
Graham began his career as an apprentice carpenter, working alongside his father for many years before setting up the company in 1974. For the next 45 years, he built the reliable reputation of Graline Construction, before eventually retiring in 2020 – leaving the company in the capable hands of his daughter and sons-in-law.
Ian Smart joined in 2008, bringing electrical expertise, followed by Tom Poppitt in 2013, serving as the resident Level 3 Plumbing Engineer. Finally, Kathryn Poppitt completed the family team in 2015, taking over from her father as the primary operations director following his retirement.
Now, this tight-knit family team works alongside in-house trade specialists to oversee every project to the highest of standards, maintaining the Graline reputation for many generations to come.
Qualifications & Accreditations
Our plumbing and electrical engineers are qualified to City and Guilds Level 3 with decades of experience under their belt, ensuring a stress-free and seamless completion of every project.
Meanwhile, we are also members of the FMB (Federation of Master Builders), and NICEIC registered (National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting). This means our work is vetted and inspected every three years to maintain rigorous safety and quality standards.
- Solihull
- Knowle
- Hollywood
- Wythall
- Dorridge
- Shirley
- Henley-in-Arden
- Lapworth
Tom is a Director of Graline Construction and our Level 3 advanced plumbing engineer. He joined the company in 2013 and showed a real passion for construction project management and plumbing.
Tom joined the company having already achieved his Level 2 qualification in wall and floor tiling and specialised in complete bathroom refits, many of which can be found in our case studies.
Project managing is an integral part of Tom’s role within the company and he will work alongside you during your project.
Ian is a Director of Graline Construction and our Level 3 electrical engineer. He has been in the company since 2008 and has worked hard to become trained in many different skills, but finding a real passion for both carpentry and electrics.
He has gained a 2391 City & Guilds Inspection Testing qualification, which is highly respected within the electrical industry, as well as a Level 2 Diploma in site carpentry.
His biggest achievement was winning the 2012 Federation of Master Builders – Regional Apprentice of the Year Award, for his outstanding work on our Ullenhall project.
Kathryn is based at Graline Construction head office and is the first point of contact for all enquires. She has real passion for business and the construction industry.
She has previously gained invaluable experience in the property sector and enjoys the challenges that it can bring. Kathryn is now the Vice President of the Federation of Master Builders regional board where she is able to give back to the industry and keep up to date with all its developments and opportunities.
