Business Details
Your Trusted Home Builders in Chelmsford
Based in Essex, Hylands Homes specialises in the building of luxury homes and extensions. We offer a full turnkey package taking your ideas from design, through planning and delivering the built project to your specifications and within the timeframe available. Using our teams of highly skilled and experienced contractors we deliver a high end, quality finish that meets your exacting standards. All of our contractors are used regularly by us so we know how they work and more importantly, they know the standards we work to. Our industry leading online Project Management System keeps the builder, the client and anyone else in connection with the project up to date with all job information, eliminating miscommunication and selection mistakes.We provide a full written contract specifying every detail in black and white, weekly progress reports, and direct communication channels to ensure complete transparency throughout the process. Our commitment to quality construction is demonstrated through our 12-month guarantee on all work and materials, with extended warranties on specific components. With over 20 years of combined experience across our leadership team, we combine technical expertise with exceptional customer service to deliver projects that exceed expectations. Our approach focuses on doing things correctly without taking shortcuts, ensuring every project stands the test of time while maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship.
Services
Home Extensions
Orangery Extensions
New Homes
Kitchen Extensions
Planning Services
Highlights and features
- We offer a full turnkey design and build service with transparent pricing
- Our online project management system ensures complete transparency
- 12-month guarantee on all work with extended component warranties
- Experienced team with 20+ years combined industry expertise
- Weekly progress reports and direct communication channels maintained
Associations and certifications
- Federation of Master Builders
- Trust Mark
What people say
Highly recommended
No hidden surprises
Exceptional quality
Professional team
Completed on time
Services
Home Extensions
We deliver bespoke home extensions tailored to your lifestyle needs. Our process begins with concept development and budget assessment, followed by planning permission acquisition and detailed design specifications. Using premium materials and skilled tradespeople, we ensure seamless integration with your existing property while maintaining strict budget control. Each project includes comprehensive project management and a 12-month workmanship guarantee.
Orangery Extensions
Specialist glazed extensions featuring lantern roofs and bi-fold doors. Our orangeries combine traditional architectural elements with modern construction techniques to create light-filled spaces that enhance your home. The process includes structural calculations, thermal efficiency optimisation, and premium glazing solutions with integrated project management from initial design to final handover.
New Build Homes
Full-service new home construction from plot preparation to final finishes. We specialise in creating bespoke residences that reflect your exact specifications, incorporating energy-efficient building practices and premium materials. Our service includes architectural coordination, building regulations compliance, and comprehensive warranty packages for complete peace of mind.
Planning Services
Comprehensive planning assistance including concept drawings, pre-planning assessments, and building regulations submissions. Our experienced team manages all aspects of the planning process, from initial surveys through to final approvals, ensuring compliance with local authority requirements while maintaining your design vision and budget parameters.
Project Management
Integrated project management using our proprietary online system for real-time updates and communication. We coordinate all aspects of your build, including material procurement, subcontractor scheduling, and quality control. Weekly progress reports, daily site debriefs, and dedicated client access ensure complete transparency throughout the construction process.
People
Jon Hurrell
Managing Director
Overseeing company operations and client relations, Jon brings extensive construction industry experience to ensure every project meets exacting standards through his leadership of design and build processes.
Katrina Hurrell
Estimations
Specialising in project cost analysis, Katrina provides detailed pricing with exceptional organisational skills, ensuring accurate budget forecasting and value-engineering opportunities throughout the planning process.
Ben Hurrell
Project Manager
Acting as primary client liaison, Ben coordinates daily operations and decision-making, maintaining open communication channels between clients, office staff and subcontractors to ensure smooth project execution.
Amy
Office Manager
Managing client inquiries and administrative operations, Amy ensures efficient handling of all communications and documentation throughout the project lifecycle while maintaining office systems and bookkeeping.
Stuart
Site Facilitation
Responsible for site setup and material logistics, Stuart contributes to pre-snagging processes and specialises in flat roofing installations to exacting quality standards.
Questions
What areas do you cover for home building projects?
We operate throughout Essex with our Chelmsford base enabling effective coverage across the county for all our construction projects.
How do you ensure project transparency?
Through our proprietary online project management system, weekly progress reports, daily site updates, and dedicated communication channels maintaining complete visibility throughout the build process.
What guarantees do you offer?
All work includes a 12-month guarantee against defects, with extended warranties on specific components like boilers and glazing products.
How are project costs managed?
We provide fully itemised quotations with no hidden costs, using detailed contracts and fixed-price agreements based on finalised specifications and material selections.
What happens during the maintenance period?
For six months post-completion, we address any minor cosmetic issues that may arise as the building settles, ensuring your property maintains its perfect finish.
How do you handle planning permissions?
We manage the complete planning process including concept drawings, pre-planning assessments, and building regulations submissions to ensure full compliance with local authority requirements.
Reviews (4)
Beth Husted
Jan 14, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
Under a lot of environmental/economic pressures such as working through a pandemic, loosing staff through brexit and the prices of materials being really high - Hylands Homes have still created us our perfect home. Its exactly what we had envisaged and we are so happy. Thank you.
Under a lot of environmental/economic pressures such as working through a pandemic, loosing staff through brexit and the prices of materials being really high - Hylands Homes have still created us our perfect home. Its exactly what we had envisaged and we are so happy. Thank you.
Neil Moore
Jan 01, 2021
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Positive:Quality
I found Hylands online due to requiring some assistance with my bay window roof. Jon was very helpful and provided me a quote very quickly. The the guys were very helpful and completed the works to a great standard! Would definitely recommend and happily use again if needed.
I found Hylands online due to requiring some assistance with my bay window roof. Jon was very helpful and provided me a quote very quickly. The the guys were very helpful and completed the works to a great standard! Would definitely recommend and happily use again if needed.
Josef Wisniewski
Sep 22, 2020
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Positive:Quality,Responsiveness
We work with Hylands homes on a regular basis. And I cannot fault the work ethic, organisation, and clarity when it comes to the project and above all the high standards they set every day! Would recommend them every day of the week!
We work with Hylands homes on a regular basis. And I cannot fault the work ethic, organisation, and clarity when it comes to the project and above all the high standards they set every day! Would recommend them every day of the week!
Richard Cerson
Jun 21, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism
Excellent service and professional work all round. This is the second time Jon and the team have done some work for us and we wouldn't hesitate in using them again.
Service:General repairs & maintenance
Excellent service and professional work all round. This is the second time Jon and the team have done some work for us and we wouldn't hesitate in using them again.
Service:General repairs & maintenance
