Business Details
22 Years
experience
Expert Construction Services in Cheshire
Established in 2004, Hough Construction is a family-run business delivering high-quality residential and commercial construction projects across Cheshire and the North West. Our team of directly employed professionals ensures consistency and excellence in new builds, extensions, renovations, and specialist ecclesiastical projects. With over 15 years of experience, we prioritise client collaboration, employing skilled tradespeople and maintaining rigorous quality control while working closely with architects and engineers.Our commitment to on-time delivery, budget adherence, and exceptional craftsmanship has earned us a reputation for reliability, evidenced by numerous repeat clients and testimonials from satisfied customers in both private and commercial sectors.
Services
Residential Construction
Commercial Building
Barn Conversions
Extensions
Ecclesiastical Projects
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in residential and commercial construction
- Our directly employed team ensures consistent quality and accountability
- Specialist ecclesiastical and veterinary building expertise unavailable elsewhere
- Proven track record with repeat clients across Cheshire and North West
- Family-run business combining personal service with professional standards
What people say
Excellent workmanship
Dependable and trustworthy
On time delivery
Minimal disruption
Attention to detail
Services
Residential Construction
We specialise in creating bespoke residential properties across Cheshire and the North West. Our new home builds combine modern construction techniques with traditional craftsmanship, delivering energy-efficient homes tailored to clients' specifications. From initial design consultation through to completion, our directly employed team manages every aspect of the build process, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum quality control while adhering strictly to agreed timelines and budgets.
Commercial Building
Our commercial construction services cater to diverse business needs including veterinary surgeries, educational facilities, and office spaces. With specialist experience in sensitive environments like operational veterinary practices, we implement phased construction schedules to maintain business continuity. Our approach combines technical expertise with practical problem-solving, delivering functional spaces that meet specific operational requirements while complying with all relevant commercial building regulations and accessibility standards.
Barn Conversions
We transform agricultural buildings into modern living spaces while preserving their historic character. Our conversions incorporate contemporary insulation, plumbing, and electrical systems within traditional structures, balancing heritage conservation with modern comfort. The team's experience with listed buildings and planning constraints ensures compliance with conservation area requirements while creating functional, energy-efficient homes that respect the original architectural integrity.
Extensions
From single-storey to complex multi-level extensions, we create seamless additions that enhance property functionality. Our process includes structural engineering assessments, space planning, and integration with existing building systems. We specialise in challenging projects requiring underpinning, party wall agreements, or phased construction to maintain habitability during works, ensuring minimal disruption to homeowners' daily lives while delivering structurally sound, aesthetically cohesive extensions.
Ecclesiastical Projects
With unique expertise in religious building works, we handle sensitive renovations and extensions to churches and chapels. Our team understands the historical and spiritual significance of these structures, employing traditional materials and techniques for repairs while implementing modern accessibility features where appropriate. We work closely with church councils and heritage organisations to maintain architectural integrity while ensuring buildings meet contemporary usage requirements and safety standards.
People
Patrick Hough
Company Director
Patrick founded Hough Construction in 2004 after training as a carpenter and working as a site manager. With construction experience inherited from his architect father, he oversees all projects while maintaining hands-on involvement. His leadership combines traditional craftsmanship knowledge with modern project management techniques.
Zena Hough
Company Secretary
Zena manages the company's accounting, HR, and digital presence. Transitioning from a teaching career in special education, she brings organisational expertise and a commitment to client communication. She works alongside Patrick to ensure business operations maintain their family values while supporting growth.
Andrew Reynolds
Senior Site Manager
Andrew directs daily site operations, managing material procurement, quality control, and client liaison. With family ties to the Houghs through marriage, he brings extensive project coordination experience. His background includes managing complex schedules for multi-phase developments while maintaining strict budget adherence.
Aidan Webster
Site Manager
Aidan specialises in renovation projects, particularly veterinary surgeries and hospitality venues. He has overseen numerous high-profile refurbishments requiring careful scheduling around operational businesses. His expertise includes adapting historic buildings for modern commercial use while preserving architectural features and managing client design changes efficiently.
Richard Gallimore
Site Foreman
Richard leads groundwork and landscaping operations, ensuring solid foundations for all projects. With technical expertise in drainage and external works, he coordinates infrastructure elements critical to building success. His practical knowledge extends to sustainable construction practices and managing site preparation for diverse project types.
Questions
What areas do you cover for construction projects?
We operate primarily across Cheshire and the North West, including Middlewich, Holmes Chapel, Sandbach, Knutsford, and Congleton. Our team manages projects throughout these regions while maintaining close client communication.
How experienced is your construction team?
With 15+ years in business and many team members having worked together since inception, our directly employed specialists bring extensive expertise in residential, commercial, and ecclesiastical construction projects of all scales.
Can you handle projects while premises remain operational?
Yes, we specialise in phased construction schedules for working environments like veterinary practices and schools. Our approach minimises disruption through careful planning, temporary access solutions, and flexible working hours when required.
What building types do you specialise in?
While handling general construction, we have particular expertise in residential new builds, commercial veterinary facilities, ecclesiastical renovations, and complex extensions. Our experience includes listed buildings and projects requiring specialist accessibility adaptations.
How do you ensure project timelines and budgets?
We implement detailed pre-construction planning with fixed milestones, employing directly managed teams to maintain control. Regular client updates and proactive issue resolution help ensure adherence to agreed schedules and financial parameters.
Do you offer guarantees on completed work?
Yes, all projects include appropriate warranties covering structural elements and workmanship. We stand by our quality commitments and maintain open communication channels for any post-completion support requirements.
Reviews (4)
Patrick
Oct 24, 2021
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We are delighted with the final result of the major renovation of our stone house in Utkinton, Tarporley. We now have an insulated home with the ground floor entirely on one level, underfloor heating on both floors, two beautiful individually styled bathrooms and a nice big kitchen. The original sandstone has been repointed and cleaned, a new patio has been laid and an extensive new drive tarmaced.
All the team members, of whom we met many over the nine months of the project, were professional, skilled, good communicators, and prepared to incorporate our ideas into the final styling of the finishing
All the team members, of whom we met many over the nine months of the project, were professional, skilled, good communicators, and prepared to incorporate our ideas into the final styling of the finishing
Alison Cartwright
Jan 24, 2020
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Hough Construction were involved from design stage right through to completion. Their quote was by far the most professional with everything itemised so it was easy to follow & adjust, if necessary, prior to agreeing the contract. Pat has a fantastic team - all top lads and Andy the site foreman is always at the end of the phone with nothing being too much trouble. It would be difficult to single any one out as they're all so good at what they do. The weather was kind so the work went to schedule and I'm absolutely delighted with the finished result.
Izzy Rutter
Jan 08, 2019
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Hough Construction has made our house extension a really positive experience, from the hand-written letter of introduction we received with the initial quote, to the constructive meetings and conversations about every stage of the process and to the extremely high standard of the work itself. We are absolutely delighted with the end result. Every member of the team has been friendly and professional and they have made every effort to keep disturbance to a minimum, keeping us informed, limiting noise and cleaning up thoroughly at the end of every day. I cannot recommend this company highly enough
Rachael Bushell
Sep 18, 2018
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Hough Construction recently built a large detached house for us.
Patrick and his team were exceptional. They talked us through the whole process, helping with design ideas and pointing us in the right direction. When it came to the actual build we were impressed with how professional the team were and how punctual and polite they all were. We are now living in our wonderful new home on time and in budget. We really would have no hesitations about recommending Hough Construction for anybody thinking of building their own home.
Patrick and his team were exceptional. They talked us through the whole process, helping with design ideas and pointing us in the right direction. When it came to the actual build we were impressed with how professional the team were and how punctual and polite they all were. We are now living in our wonderful new home on time and in budget. We really would have no hesitations about recommending Hough Construction for anybody thinking of building their own home.
