James Frew Timeline

Formed in 1911 by James Frew the great grandfather of the present Managing Director, when he bought a local plumbing company for £25.

The firm moved into plumbing and heating contracting under the guidance of the founder’s son Alexander Frew who controlled the firm from 1946 - 1975.

On 3rd April 1961 the company was incorporated under the Companies Act, 1948 and became: James Frew and Son (Plumbing and Heating) Limited.

From 1975 until 2015, the company expanded greatly under the direction of Richard Frew, the third generation of the Frew family leading the Company.

2004 saw the launch of GasSure as a division of James Frew offering Boiler and Heating cover throughout Central and West Scotland.

Opening of new office building in Stevenston, a £1 million investment for the future.

Roddy Frew, a fourth generation family member took over the reins of James Frew Ltd, now one of Scotland’s largest independent building services company, to become Managing Director of the ninety-eight year old company.

Centenary celebrations with the company donating monies to local worthwhile charities.

James Frew Limited Academy launched at West College Scotland, Paisley.

GasSure introduce Flameish - the new company mascot designed by local school, Auchenharvie Academy.