Marking 45 Years of Trading
Original office of J.L.LYONS & Co LTD on Weset Street, Harrow-on-the-Hill. PLASTERING AND BUILDING CONTRACTORS.
Established since 1980 and still going strong today. Our past clients over the years include, Creamery Fare, Harrow School, London Underground, British rail, Thames Water, British Telecom, Crown Estates, Metropolitan police, BAA, National Health Hospitals, Marks & Spencer’s, AMI hospitals, Heinz, Shell, BP, Lovell construction, Howard Farrows, Bovis, Yeomans, Colefax and Fowler, Walter Lilly, Frogmore House Windsor, JCB, ESSO and a number of undisclosed musicians and celebrities and fashion designers.
Kind comments from one of our
longest standing customers
Recommendation for Joe Lyons / J. Lyons & Co.
It’s rare to come across someone as dependable, skilled, and trustworthy in the building trade as Joe Lyons. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Joe for over 45 years, and in that time, he’s become not just a contractor but a long-standing partner across multiple businesses and properties I’ve been involved with.
Our first encounter was at a humble moment in my life. I had just purchased my first flat on Kenton Road—a huge milestone for me at the time. Like many first-time homeowners, I tried my hand at a bit of DIY. The job in question? Tiling the bathroom with white tiles and red grout (which, believe it or not, was trendy back then). Let’s just say it went badly wrong. I remembered someone from Sudbury Town—Joe Lyons—and gave him a call. He turned up promptly, chuckled kindly at my handiwork, and then got the job done quickly and professionally. What’s more, he charged me very little, knowing I was on a tight budget. That gesture of kindness and integrity stuck with me.
Fast forward a few years, and I found myself working in my father’s food production business—Creamery Fare in Park Royal. The business had grown, and with clients like Sainsbury’s, we needed to carry out complex maintenance and installation work within our factory, all while production continued uninterrupted. Joe and his team stepped in. They worked evenings, nights, and weekends—often under considerable pressure—to make sure the work was done to the highest standards without disrupting our operations. This wasn’t just a one-off; Joe went on to complete countless maintenance and upgrade projects at the factory over many years as the business expanded. His ability to adapt to strict food safety protocols while working under time constraints was impressive and deeply appreciated.
When I eventually moved on from the family business and started buying and renovating property, there was only one person I trusted to lead the building work: Joe Lyons.
He worked on my cottage in Harrow, bringing charm and functionality back to life in that space. Later, when I took on a major project in Northwood—turning a tired property into a multimillion-pound five-bedroom home—Joe managed the entire transformation. It was a complete gutting and rebuild, and the results were outstanding. Every detail was executed with care, from structural changes to the finishing touches. The work added not only value but genuine character and quality to the home.
But Joe’s involvement in my projects didn’t stop at homes. When my music record label set up new offices in Berkhamsted, we needed to renovate the space without disrupting our day-to-day work. Once again, Joe delivered. His team worked discreetly, mostly outside of office hours, allowing us to continue operating as normal—even with the background hum of music playing in the office. The job was done so quietly and efficiently, it was almost as if they weren’t there. Finally I acquired a wine bar in Northwood – A complete gutting and refurbish. So good was the job, I hosted Joe and Dees wedding-there pre opening to the public.
Across all these projects—residential, commercial, industrial—one thing has remained consistent: Joe’s unwavering commitment to quality, integrity, and fair pricing. He has never once let me down, and his ability to take on complex challenges and deliver on time and on budget is second to none. His team reflects his values: professional, respectful, and meticulous.
To this day, J. Lyons & Co. is the only firm I turn to when I need building work done. Whether it’s a modest repair or a major renovation, I know the work will be done to the highest standard—and that I’ll be treated with honesty and respect.
In a world where reliable tradespeople can be hard to find, Joe Lyons stands out as a true professional. I recommend him without hesitation, and I genuinely believe you will not find better.
Michael Infante