Local service providers are essential to the economic vitality, quality of life and indeed quality of properties here on Arran.
Small, local businesses from the west of Scotland create jobs, support local suppliers and offer affordable, reliable, and personalised services. They take a lot of the hassle out of having to source products, materials, tools and equipment to carry out jobs that need to be done! The businesses that we feature on this page are skilled, qualified and experienced to offer these vital services - mostly based on Arran but featuring specialist services available off the island but willing to travel to fulfill local needs.
Supporting our local service providers is crucial for maintaining a strong, vibrant, and resilient community on Arran.
Fuel & Motoring Suppliers
A&C Cameron
Blackwaterfoot Garage offers fuel supplies (petrol, diesel, calor gas, coal), air, and repairs. You can also purchase motoring accessories and essentials.
T: 01770 860277
Email Colin Cameron
Chimney Sweeping
Andrew Ross-Bain Services
Chimney sweeping plus all stoves and cooking stoves swept
Tel: 01770 870214 or 07810 820374
Andrew Ross-Bain on Facebook
Motor Repairs and Services
CM Weir & Sons
Machrie Garage
Vehicle Repairs, Servicing, Body Repairs, Engineering and Vehicle Sales
Tel: 01770 840231 or 07885 200205
Email Gilbert Weir
Security Systems
Fortress Security Alarms
Based in Ayrshire, providing security solutions for homes, businesses and public buildings across Scotland. We offer wireless systems to avoid running cables around your home and also cater for homes with pets.
24/7 alarm monitoring and live CCTV monitoring.
Tel: 01573 533222
Visit Fortess Alarm’s Website
Joiners & Building Contractors
John Robertson & Sons Joiners
A family run business situated in Blackwaterfoot and is now entering its 50th year of trading to the public on the island. They run a busy joinery business ranging from refurbishments, extensions, double glazing, kitchens and all day to day joinery and glazing needs.
Blackwaterfoot
Tel: 01770 860243 or 077955 48204
Email John Robertson & Sons
Upholstery Services
Aspire Upholstery
Full re-upholstery and covering service. Domestic, commercial, marine.
Excellent range of fabrics and leathers.
Tel: 01475 744477 or 07879 636764
Aspire Upholstery Website
Email Aspire Upholstery
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