One stop plumbing and mechanical solutions from GA Barnie
For four decades, G&A Barnie Group has been a cornerstone of the Highland trades industry. The Fort William branch is carrying that legacy forward, delivering top-tier plumbing and mechanical services to homes and businesses across Lochaber, Argyll and the Hebrides.
With ambitious plans for 2026, this trusted provider of electrical, mechanical, plumbing and renewable energy services is proving that local expertise and a commitment to fostering new talent are a winning combination.
Founded in Wick in 1985 by Gordon and Alex Barnie, G & A Barnie is a family-run business deeply connected to the communities it serves. Over the years, the company has expanded considerably, growing to a team of over 400 employees at their head office and 10 branches throughout Scotland.
The Fort William branch offers a suite of building services in Lochaber, Argyll and throughout the Highlands & Islands, from plumbing and electrical to water technologies and renewable energy solutions for residential and commercial clients. Their plumbing services range from routine maintenance and repairs to complex installations, ensuring efficient and reliable water and drainage systems. They handle everything from domestic wiring to large-scale industrial projects. With their commitment to a sustainable future, they also offer expertise in renewable energy technologies such as solar panel installations and heat pumps, helping clients reduce their carbon footprint and energy costs.
G&A Barnie offers a complete design, installation and maintenance package for plumbing and heating projects of every scale. From a leaking tap in a council house to complex renewable systems in hotels and new builds, the company prides itself on being a one-stop solution, backed by a deep bench of in-house designers, engineers and technicians.
“We aim to cater for all plumbing and mechanical jobs,” explained Damian MacDonald, Contracts Manager. “That’s from reactive work, such as broken boilers and leaks, through servicing air source, ground source, oil and gas systems. We can handle everything for housing associations, councils, local businesses or private homeowners, including sending you yearly reminders for maintenance.”
A key strength, he explained, is their ability to manage large or small jobs seamlessly. They do this by employing their own team of tradespeople and bringing in trusted subcontractors when needed to provide a fully integrated service. This is underpinned by a commitment to training and certification.
“We’re big believers in giving our team the knowledge to deliver a high standard of service and to keep up with the new technologies,” said Damian. “We do fully in-house training and all new staff complete comprehensive health and safety programmes. Our staff members hold extensive qualifications, including MCS accreditation for renewable heating systems. Our recent training has focussed on air source heat pumps from leading manufacturers like Daikin and Mitsubishi, alongside safety courses in working at height and confined spaces.”
With a fully accredited team and a commitment to customer satisfaction, G&A Barnie is the premier choice for plumbing and mechanical solutions. Damian invites residential and commercial clients to get in touch and schedule a consultation today.
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Get in touch with : craig.m@gabarnie.co.uk | damian.macdonald@gabarnie.co.uk
Tel : 01397 933111 | Craig Macpherson - Group Manager : 07717 278300
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