Builders Shirley
We are Federation of Master Builders members with over 20 years' experience. We deliver building projects throughout Shirley and…
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We are Federation of Master Builders members with over 20 years' experience. We deliver building projects throughout Shirley and the surrounding West Midlands, including Solihull, Hall Green and Olton, handling extensions, loft conversions, renovations, new builds and roofing in-house.
Trusted builders in Shirley delivering quality results for every project
Shirley grew up fast in the 20th century, turning from rural Warwickshire into a commuter suburb of Solihull and Birmingham, and the housing reflects that: mostly 1930s semi-detached homes, with pockets of earlier Edwardian semis such as those on Union Road. HK Builders Ltd has been extending and renovating houses like these for over 20 years, so we know how a typical Shirley semi is put together before we even arrive for the first visit.
That experience covers extensions, loft conversions, renovations and new builds, backed by our own bricklaying, roofing, plastering and carpentry teams. A lot of our Shirley work is about adapting a 1930s layout for modern family life — opening up ground floor rooms, converting lofts that were never designed for habitable space, or extending into the side return.
Shirley sits under Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council for planning purposes, not Birmingham, which is a detail worth getting right before you apply — the requirements and application routes differ. As an FMB-registered company, we help you navigate that from the outset.
Every job, large or small, gets the same standard: clear pricing, a tidy site and a team that's easy to get hold of throughout.
A Complete Range of Services in Shirley
Most Shirley projects we take on start with the same question: how do you add space to a 1930s semi without it looking bolted on? Handling design, construction and finishing in-house means we can answer that properly, rather than passing the problem between separate contractors.
Our own trades cover bricklaying, roofing, plastering, carpentry and decorating, which lets us match brick courses and roof lines to the existing house when that's what you want, or build something more contemporary when that's the brief instead. Either way, one team sees it through from first fix to final coat.
Local Knowledge and Reliable Workmanship
We've worked with Solihull MBC's planning department on enough Shirley projects to know roughly what to expect for a typical semi-detached extension or loft conversion, which helps us give you a realistic steer early on rather than guesswork.
From there it's the basics done properly: a tidy site, a schedule we stick to, and someone on the other end of the phone if you have a question mid-project. It's a straightforward approach, but it's why so much of our Shirley work comes from repeat customers and referrals.
Yes. HK Builders Ltd provides a full range of building services in Shirley, including extensions, loft conversions, renovations, new builds and outbuildings. We are Federation of Master Builders (FMB) registered with over 20 years' experience, and we're happy to visit your Shirley property to discuss the project before providing a free, no-obligation quote.
The cost of building work in Shirley depends on the size, scope and specification of the project, so there is no single fixed price. Factors such as structural work, materials, finishes and site access all affect the final figure. The best way to get an accurate cost for your project is to request a free, no-obligation quote so we can assess your requirements in person.
It depends on the type and scale of work. Many smaller projects, such as single-storey rear extensions within set limits, can fall under permitted development rights and not require full planning permission, while larger extensions, new builds or work on listed buildings usually do. Building regulations approval is separate from planning permission and applies to most structural work regardless. We can advise on what's needed for your specific project in Shirley and help guide you through the process.
Yes. HK Builders Ltd is a Federation of Master Builders (FMB) registered company, which means we meet FMB's standards for trading practices, technical competence and customer service. We carry the appropriate insurance for our work, giving Shirley homeowners peace of mind from the first consultation through to completion.
