Construction & Civil Engineering Magazine Issue 215 - May 2024 | Page 52

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Standing as one of the UK ’ s foremost building services companies , HFL Building Solutions Ltd ( HFL ) offers planned and reactive maintenance to a wide range of sectors ensuring buildings are safe , compliant and energy efficient . HFL boasts an enviable reputation for the reliable delivery of cost and energy efficient building management , alongside operational and technical solutions for businesses of all shapes and sizes . From retail parks to leisure complexes , educational establishments to commercial properties , the company holds all the industry accreditations and insurances to ensure projects are completed safely and on time . Dave Saxton , Managing Director at HFL , sheds light on the business ’ history .

“ With nearly 19 years of operation under its belt , HFL was originally conceived by me . Back in the day , I was an electrical and mechanical engineer who grew tired of traveling around the world for work . Upon coming back to the UK , I worked for a maintenance company and began thinking of establishing my own maintenance business . Subsequently , I joined forces with three engineers who owned a successful company , leading to the creation of HFL in 2005 . Together , we built the business from the ground up , achieving a turnover of around £ 4 million within our first four years . After repaying all our loans , we secured an investor and expanded our team by hiring sales and administration personnel , thus further propelling our growth . In this industry , work follows people , so we brought along numerous contacts I had established strong relationships with at my previous company . Today , HFL still specialises in the 52