February 2026
We are pleased to continue our partnership with The Rebuild Site, a Cumbrian-based community interest company. The organisation collects and redistributes surplus construction materials to ensure usable items are kept in circulation rather than going to waste.
As part of our ongoing partnership, our Production team recently visited The Rebuild Site’s Carlisle hub to see first-hand how materials from its developments are being reused to support local community projects and reduce waste.
On any housing development, leftover materials can arise for many reasons: materials damaged in transit, off-cuts, part packs of bricks or tiles, or items no longer needed as work progresses. Through this partnership, we pass these materials on to The Rebuild Site, where they can benefit local households, tradespeople and community initiatives.
During the visit, the team saw how a wide range of surplus materials are collected, stored and redistributed – making them free to community projects or available at low cost to individuals undertaking building, repair or creative work. Stock changes regularly depending on what has been saved, with each visit offering something different. The Rebuild team works closely with visitors, offering advice and practical guidance on the use of reclaimed materials.
Emma Porter, Founder of The Rebuild Site, is part of the wider Story Homes and Story Contracting family businesses, with a long-standing connection to construction. She founded Rebuild after being moved to take action by the amount of nearly new and surplus materials being wasted. She said:
“Working with Story Homes allows us to extend the life of materials that might otherwise go to waste, while supporting local communities. We work with several contractors and housing developers across the county, and partnerships like this help local projects, reduce waste, and make a real difference for the environment and the people who live here.”
Hayley Blair, Sales and Group Marketing Director at Story Homes, added:
“Seeing how the surplus materials from our sites are being reused really brings the partnership to life. By continuing our partnership with The Rebuild Site, we’re taking a simple step that delivers real benefits. Not only are we reducing waste from our developments, but we’re also supporting local projects and encouraging sustainable practices across our business.”
By supporting The Rebuild Site, we are helping reduce waste, supporting local projects, and ensuring useful materials stay in circulation for longer – all while promoting sustainability within the community.
For more information about The Rebuild Site, please visit: www.rebuildsite.co.uk.
