Trade honour for roofing firm
Family firm Old Plean Roofing has been become the first Scottish specialist roofing firm in seven years to be admitted to the Guild of Master Craftsmen.
The company, run by Mark and Fiona Thornton, say they are honoured to gain membership of the organisation which represents both modern day and traditional craftsmen.
Fiona said: “We’re delighted to have been awarded this accreditation which really reflects the standards we have always aimed for. Our philosophy is to invest in training and to promote roofing as a worthwhile trade and career. It’s wonderful to be recognised for the work we are doing and to receive this seal of approval from such a prestigious organisation.”
The team was selected for membership of the Guild, the UK’s oldest trade association, following a thorough vetting procedure which included customer references and an assessment of their workmanship and business practices.
The Much Hon. Duncan Paisley of Westerlea, chief assessor (Scotland) for the Guild of Master Craftsmen, said: “Mark and Fiona Thornton are continuing the rich trade and craft heritage of the historic guilds which date back to the 14th century and embody the traditional values which are essential to be recognised as Master Craftsmen.
“Old Plean Roofing are the first specialist roofers in their category in Scotland to be accepted as Guild members in seven years so they should be very proud of what they have achieved.”
Mark and Fiona set up Old Plean Roofing in January 2019 after several years running Thornton Construction Consultants. Since then, the firm has taken on new staff and now employs five roofers as well as an administrative assistant.