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Introduction
When it comes to cladding, scale, sequencing, and technical control matter just as much as the panels themselves. The contractors below stand out in 2026 for their ability to deliver industrial and commercial cladding projects that perform long after handover.
Whether you're cladding a new warehouse, refurbishing an ageing industrial estate, or delivering a complex commercial facade, choosing the right contractor is critical to project success.
UK Cladding Market - Key Statistics
- The UK building envelope market (roofing and cladding) is valued at over £3.5 billion annually [1]
- Over-cladding can improve thermal performance by 40-60% compared to original building envelopes [2]
- Building Regulations require cladding systems to meet strict fire performance standards following post-Grenfell regulatory changes [3]
- Properly specified metal cladding systems can achieve service lives of 40+ years with minimal maintenance [4]
Nationwide Industrial Roofing
Best for large-scale industrial & commercial cladding projects
nationwideindustrialroofing.co.ukNationwide Industrial Roofing sits at the top of this list for one simple reason: depth of industrial capability. Their cladding work is tightly integrated with industrial roofing, allowing them to deliver complete building envelope solutions rather than isolated wall packages.
They are particularly strong on live industrial sites where logistics, access planning, and phased delivery are critical. From distribution hubs to manufacturing facilities, their approach is structured, compliance-led, and geared toward long-term performance rather than short-term aesthetics.
Key strengths:
- Industrial wall and roof cladding installation
- Strong experience on warehouses, factories, and logistics buildings
- Phased programmes to minimise operational disruption
- Technical understanding of insulation, weathering, and durability
- Nationwide coverage for larger or multi-site projects
Anglia Decor
Best for cladding refurbishment, over-cladding & upgrades
angliadecor.co.ukAnglia Decor is best known for cladding refurbishment and over-cladding, making them a strong choice where existing buildings need performance improvements without full strip-out. Their work often focuses on extending asset life while improving thermal efficiency and appearance.
They are frequently specified on ageing industrial estates where downtime needs to be kept to an absolute minimum.
Key strengths:
- Industrial roof and wall cladding installation
- Over-cladding systems to improve insulation and appearance
- Cladding spraying and refurbishment expertise
- Strong health & safety credentials
- Well suited to retrofit and upgrade projects
Our Expert Opinion
As flooring contractors, we see cladding work from a different angle - literally from floor level looking up. I've lost count of the times we've arrived on site to install epoxy flooring only to find water pooling from cladding joints or condensation dripping from poorly insulated wall panels.
The best industrial buildings treat their envelope as a complete system. At Londinium, we've worked alongside several of the cladding contractors on this list, and the difference between a well-coordinated project and a fragmented one is night and day.
My advice? If you're upgrading your facility, involve your cladding contractor early and make sure they understand how their work interfaces with the floor. A cladding detail that channels water onto a freshly laid resin floor will cause problems for years.
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Best for technically complex commercial facades
prater.co.ukPrater operates at the more technical end of the cladding market, often delivering highly engineered facade and envelope packages. Their projects typically involve complex interfaces, detailed design coordination, and high regulatory scrutiny.
They are most commonly associated with large commercial developments, mixed-use buildings, and architect-led schemes.
Key strengths:
- Design-led facade and cladding solutions
- Strong engineering and detailing capability
- Experience with complex commercial buildings
- Integrated approach to building envelopes
- Suitable for high-spec and regulated projects
Lakesmere
Best for national industrial and commercial delivery
lakesmere.comLakesmere brings scale and geographic reach, making them a dependable option for national contractors and developers. They deliver cladding alongside roofing and envelope packages, giving them strong sequencing control on large builds.
Their strength lies in consistency and delivery rather than niche specialism.
Key strengths:
- Wall cladding and complete envelope solutions
- Nationwide project delivery capability
- Strong presence in industrial and commercial sectors
- Works well on large, repeat-build programmes
- Integrated roofing and cladding services
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Call 020 4538 4787Ash & Lacy Building Systems
Best for metal cladding systems & technical support
ashandlacy.comAsh & Lacy sits slightly differently on this list, operating as both a system provider and technical specialist. While not a traditional cladding-only contractor, they are heavily involved in the specification and delivery of metal cladding systems across the UK.
They are often chosen where technical compliance and system performance are critical.
Key strengths:
- Metal wall cladding and facade systems
- Strong technical guidance and specification support
- Industrial and commercial applications
- Focus on compliance, performance, and durability
- Works closely with contractors and developers
Envelope Cladding Solutions
Best for integrated facade and envelope packages
envelopecladdingsolutions.co.ukEnvelope Cladding Solutions focuses on delivering joined-up facade packages, often coordinating cladding with glazing, rainscreen, and envelope interfaces. They are well suited to commercial buildings that demand clean detailing and consistent execution.
Their strength is coordination across multiple envelope elements.
Key strengths:
- Facade and cladding integration
- Commercial-focused delivery
- Attention to detailing and interfaces
- Experience with mixed envelope systems
- Suitable for complex building skins
CA Group
Best for high-volume metal cladding manufacture & install
cagroup.co.ukCA Group combines manufacturing capability with installation, which gives them tight control over programme and quality. They are commonly involved in large industrial sheds, logistics buildings, and high-volume developments.
Their model suits projects where repetition, speed, and consistency matter.
Key strengths:
- Metal wall and roof cladding systems
- Manufacture-to-install delivery model
- Strong presence in industrial and logistics sectors
- Efficient delivery on large footprints
- UK-wide operational capability
Sources & References
- [1] Construction Products Association: UK Building Materials Market Report - constructionproducts.org.uk
- [2] Building Research Establishment (BRE): Thermal Performance of Over-Cladding Systems - bregroup.com
- [3] Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government: Building Safety Act 2022 - gov.uk
- [4] Metal Cladding and Roofing Manufacturers Association (MCRMA): Technical Guidance Documents - mcrma.co.uk
