Exceptional Building Services in Stockport & Cheshire

At Hive Design & Build Ltd, we create beautifully designed, expertly crafted homes across Stockport, Cheshire and South Manchester. With over 70 years of combined experience, our team of time-served tradesmen brings together traditional craftsmanship, modern building methods, and a genuine passion for creating exceptional spaces.

Whether it’s a house extension, a full renovation, a bespoke joinery project or a luxury kitchen transformation, we build every project with one philosophy in mind:
Build it as if it were our own.

Our Approach to Building

We’ve refined our process to make your experience smooth, predictable, and enjoyable with complete transparency at every stage.

DESIGN

Every project starts with understanding your ideas, inspirations, lifestyle, and goals.
We work with trusted designers, architects, and structural engineers to produce clear drawings, layouts, and specifications that bring your vision to life.

Whether you already have plans or need us to lead the design process, we ensure everything looks right, works brilliantly, and suits your budget.

PLAN

Planning permission and building regulations can feel overwhelming. We take care of everything.

We handle:

• Planning applications
• Building control
• Structural calculations
• Party wall considerations
• All compliance and paperwork

If planning is already approved, we move straight into scheduling and pre-start preparation.

BUILD

This is where everything comes to life. Our team consists only of time-served, highly skilled tradesmen. No shortcuts, no corner-cutting, no rushed workmanship.

We combine modern equipment and traditional craftsmanship to deliver flawless quality in:

• Structural works
• Extensions
• Renovations
• Carpentry & joinery
• Kitchens & bathrooms
• Insulated garden rooms
• Finishing & detailing

Every build is completed with pride, precision, and a standard we’re genuinely proud to stand behind.

PROJECT MANAGE

You’ll always know what’s happening, when it’s happening, and who is on site.
Depending on your needs, we offer:

• Daily updates
• WhatsApp communication
• Facetime walk-throughs
• Site meetings
• Clear scheduling and timelines

If challenges arise (construction always brings surprises). We communicate immediately and provide solutions.

We never leave you guessing.

AFTERCARE

Our commitment doesn’t end when the tools are packed away.
Our aftercare includes:

• Snagging support
• Post-build check-ins
• Advice on maintenance
• Rapid response if issues arise
• Ongoing support whenever you need us

We build relationships, not just projects.