Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Construction & Aluminium Specialists in Suffolk
Established in 1956, Elliston Steady & Hawes Aluminium has built a reputation as a trusted family-run construction firm serving the south and east of the UK. Our expertise spans residential and commercial projects, including healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and luxury residences. The company operates two core divisions: Construction and Architectural Aluminium Systems, the latter specialising in high-quality aluminium glazing solutions. With over 60 years of combined experience, directors Daniel Elliston and Mark Phillips lead a dedicated team committed to delivering competitively priced, bespoke solutions.Our portfolio includes landmark projects such as the Bawdsey Radar Transmitter Block refurbishment and dementia-friendly housing developments. We prioritise customer service, maintaining transparency from initial consultations to project completion. The acquisition of Heronbuild in 2018 further strengthened our capabilities, ensuring we remain at the forefront of industry innovation while upholding our founding principles of quality and reliability.
Services
Residential Construction
Commercial Projects
Aluminium Glazing Systems
Curtain Walling
Heritage Refurbishments
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of combined leadership experience in construction
- Our dual divisions handle both structural projects and specialist glazing
- We deliver bespoke solutions tailored to client budgets and requirements
- Our portfolio includes complex healthcare and educational facility projects
- We maintain transparency and accountability from project inception to completion
Services
Residential Construction
We construct high-quality residential properties ranging from single dwellings to large-scale housing developments. Our team specialises in timber-framed extensions and luxury coastal residences, working closely with private clients and housing associations. All projects prioritise energy efficiency and compliance with modern building standards while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Commercial Projects
Our commercial construction services cover healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and office developments. We have completed projects for NHS trusts, schools, and law firms, delivering functional spaces that meet strict regulatory requirements. Our experience includes reinforced concrete works and phased construction programmes to minimise operational disruption.
Aluminium Glazing Systems
We design and install precision-engineered aluminium systems for windows, doors, and curtain walling. Using premium Kawneer products, our solutions combine thermal efficiency with structural integrity. This division serves both our own projects and acts as a specialist subcontractor for other construction firms across the UK.
Heritage Refurbishments
We specialise in restoring listed buildings and heritage sites while incorporating modern amenities. Recent projects include the Bawdsey Radar Transmitter Block conversion and chapel refurbishments. Our approach preserves architectural integrity through careful material selection and traditional craftsmanship techniques.
Curtain Walling
Our curtain walling solutions provide sleek, weather-resistant faades for commercial buildings. We handle complex installations including sloped roof glazing and blast-enhanced systems. Each project benefits from our technical expertise in structural silicone glazing, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and compliance with safety standards.
People
Daniel Elliston
Director
BSc Management Science graduate with 20+ years at ESH. Oversees operations from estimating to project completion, combining technical expertise with hands-on experience. Passionate about maintaining family business values while driving innovation.
Mark Phillips
Director
Chartered Builder and Surveyor with 35+ years in construction. Joined ESH in 1984, became co-owner in 2004. Specialises in project management and client relations, ensuring adherence to quality standards across all developments.
Questions
What areas do you cover for construction projects?
We primarily operate across East Anglia, including Suffolk, Essex, and Cambridgeshire, with completed projects throughout southern England.
Do you handle both residential and commercial work?
Yes, our portfolio includes private homes, housing associations, healthcare facilities, schools, and commercial developments.
Can you work on listed building renovations?
We have extensive experience in heritage refurbishments, including the Bawdsey Radar Transmitter Block and chapel renovations.
What aluminium systems do you specialise in?
We use Kawneer's premium aluminium products for windows, doors, curtain walling, and structural glazing solutions.
How do you ensure project quality control?
Our directors personally oversee all projects, with regular site inspections and adherence to ISO 9001 quality management principles.
Reviews (1)
Castironairbricks
Oct 18, 2018
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Martin Currie and ESH has recently purchased cast iron air bricks from us for use on a project. Its not the first order weve had orders from them, in fact weve been supplying these guys with cast iron grilles and grates since 2014. We are very grateful for the custom and wish you all well on any future projects
