The Best Food to Keep Your Builders Going (According to Builders Themselves… Apparently)

There’s a long-standing myth in the construction world that builders run exclusively on tea, bacon and whatever biscuits are closest to the kettle. While we can confirm these items are enthusiastically received, we can also reassure you that Rogate Construction does not grind to a halt if the biscuit tin is empty.

We’ve powered through plenty of projects fuelled by nothing more than good planning, solid craftsmanship and the occasional bottle of water someone remembered to hand over.

Still… if you enjoy playing “host”, here’s a light-hearted look at the treats that tend to bring big smiles to site.

Tea: The Sacred Ritual (But Not a Requirement!)

Tea on a building site is a bit like Wi-Fi in a hotel. Not essential for survival… but everything feels nicer when it’s flowing.

The Classic Builder’s Brew

• Colour: Deep tan. None of this “barely seen the bag” business.

• Milk: A generous glug.

• Sugar: Often one or two — but always worth asking.

• Technique: Bag left in. This isn't an afternoon tea at The Ritz.

But honestly? If you’re not a tea drinker or your kettle is in a box while your kitchen is being ripped out — no problem. We’re very capable of working under “tea-free conditions”.

(There’s always one team member - usually Simon - who shows up with a thermos anyway.)

The Bacon Sarnie: Morning Magic, Not Mandatory

A mid-morning bacon butty brings undeniable cheer, but it’s a bonus, never an expectation.

The Ideal Butty (If You Fancy It)

• Soft white roll

• A few slices of crispy bacon

• Sauce offered, not enforced

• Served whenever you feel inspired — there are no rules

  
  

Builders will never assume you’ll provide breakfast… but if you do, you’ll hear compliments normally reserved for newborn babies.

The Posh Biscuit Tray: Absolutely Unnecessary, Mildly Legendary

You never need biscuits to keep builders moving. But if you happen to put some out? Well, that’s when reputations are made.

Top Biscuit Picks (Purely for Fun)

• Chocolate Hobnobs – Elite dunkers

• Shortbread – Butterier the better

• Viennese fingers – Disappear shockingly fast

• Any supermarket “Taste the Difference” range – No builder dislikes an upgrade

  
  

If you really want to go above and beyond, a small “help yourself” basket makes you look like someone who hosts exceptionally good renovations.

Do Treats Make a Difference?

Not to the quality of your build — that comes from skill, experience and the ability to stay cheerful when it’s raining sideways.

But tiny gestures do make the atmosphere on site warm, friendly and collaborative… which always helps during a renovation.

That said:

Rogate Construction runs perfectly well on zero biscuits, zero bacon and zero brews.

Snacks may spark joy, but professionalism is what drives your project.

Working With Rogate Construction

Whether your home is in Hampshire, Surrey or West Sussex, our team works hard, stays respectful and keeps things as smooth and stress-free as possible — with or without a biscuit tin to guard.