Our History

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D. Williams Builders was established by David Williams Senior, who emigrated from Wales in 1855. The company grew humbly from Battery Point with David and a small timber yard, as he carried out maintenance and small building works for local residents.

In 2005, local historian and author Caroline Evans published the book ‘Everything Prompt’. Evans chronicled our 150 year company history. The book is currently available at The Hobart Bookshop.

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Founding member of Master Builders Tasmania and proudly the longest serving member

“Members for 129 years, they have an illustrious history in Tasmania as builders and members of MBT”

- Master Builders Tasmania 2021 Annual Report

Who We Are Today

D. Williams Builders is now one of Australia's longest running family-owned and operated construction company’s, now in its 6th generation.

The actual date of establishment for D.Williams is a point of contention to this day. However the general consensus is that 1855 was the date of establishment. The date of 1853 as shown on the building facade, may indicate the time in which David Williams Senior started his own carpentry work, pre-dating the move to Tasmania. Maybe one day this mystery will be solved.

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The core identity of D. Williams Builders continues to be providing the people of Southern Tasmania with exceptional quality craftsmanship & service in carpentry and building works.

Our scope of services currently incorporate residential, commercial, heritage and insurance projects from small to medium scale.

Our Values

  • We do what we say we will, delivering on our promises with honesty, accountability, and transparency.

  • We prioritise our clients' needs, providing care, clear communication, and expert guidance at every stage.

  • We treat every client, partner, and project with care, in a respectful, warm, and approachable manner.

  • We build with precision and expertise, ensuring exceptional craftsmanship in every detail.

  • We preserve the legacy of construction knowledge, incorporating historical wisdom with modern expertise to educate and empower the people we work with.

D. Williams Builders have been helping Tasmanians for over 170 years and welcome the opportunity to assist your next building project