We don’t build villages – we build homes. Just one or two at a time, crafted with care.

Totem Construction is a small, local builder based in Newmarket, Suffolk. We specialise in one-off new builds, extensions, and bespoke refurbishments. No gimmicks. No volume. Just honest building.

OUR APPROACH

We are not a volume house builder. We don’t build housing estates. Instead, we manage one or two bespoke homes or extensions at a time – so every detail gets the attention it deserves.

Local tradespeople

Carefully scheduled and managed build phases

On-hand to resolve issues and keep things running smoothly

Honest quotes and clear communication

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BUILT NEARBY

All our projects are within 20 miles of home. Here’s a snapshot.

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WHO IS TOTEM CONSTRUCTION?

Hi, I’m Jamie.

I’ve lived and worked in Cambridgeshire and Suffolk my whole life and have over 20 years of experience in the construction industry.

I founded Totem Construction to offer a more personalised, project-managed approach to building.

I don’t swing the hammer myself – instead, I plan each phase of your build, schedule the right trades at the right time, and stay on top of progress. I’m there when you need answers, solutions, or just a bit of guidance through the process.

When I’m not on-site or managing a project, you’ll find me either on the boat down the river, taxi-ing my two teenage children around or, more often than not, on the golf course!

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TestImonials & Reviews

What our clients say about us. Hear from satisfied customers across Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.

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"The end result is the house of our dreams"

We used Totem to build our house and we couldn’t have picked a better company to work with. From day 1 Jamie has been amazing, he has listened to our requirements and suggested ways to do things to achieve the best result.

He has always been patient and honest which means so much. The team he uses are top notch and the quality is of a very high standard.

The Estimate that he produced was spot on and only deviated due to changes and extras that we asked for. The end result is the house of our dreams.

I couldn’t recommend this company more and would use them again without hesitation.

G. Wright

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"Nothing was too much trouble"

I had a very small flat that I needed renovating from scratch.

The end result from totem construction was excellent.

Nothing was too much trouble and I highly recommend these builders to anyone.

D. Roberts

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"Quality Workmanship and amazing kitchen"

We had Totem Construction carry out a full refurbishment on our new house before we moved in. Jamie and his team were brilliant from start to finish!

Jamie spent a lot of time before we started helping with the design, so as soon as we got the keys his team could get started.

The quality of workmanship was very high. The kitchen is absolutely amazing! We will definitely get Totem back if we ever need any more work carried out.

S. Jones

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