Trusted to Build in Leicestershire since 1989
Stuart Ashton has been building extensions and structural alterations across Leicester and Leicestershire for over 35 years. One point of contact, start to finish, with the right specialist brought in at the right time to keep your project on track.
Who does building work in Leicester like this?
Stuart Ashton has been a Leicester-based building contractor since 1989, specialising in house extensions, loft conversions, garage conversions, and structural alterations for homeowners across Leicester and Leicestershire. Most building work involves more than one trade — rather than leave you to coordinate plumbers, electricians, and roofers separately, Stuart manages the whole project and brings in specific expertise exactly when it's needed. You deal with one person throughout, and the job stays on budget because it's planned that way from the start.
Site visit & quote
A clear, honest price with nothing hidden.
Planning & scheduling
Trades booked in and sequenced properly.
On site
Kept tidy, kept on track, kept in communication.
Sign-off
We deliver the project to our highest standards.
What building services does Stuart Ashton offer?
House extensions
Loft conversions
Garage conversions
Structural alterations
Renovations & refurbishments
New builds
Recent building projects in Leicester and Leicestershire
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How much does a house extension cost in Leicester?
It depends on the size, the specification, and how easy the site is to work on. Stuart can give you a rough figure at a free site visit, with no obligation. Get in touch to arrange a quote.
Do I need planning permission for an extension in Leicester?
Many single-storey rear extensions fall under permitted development rules and don't need full planning permission. That depends on your property, where it is, and whether it has been altered before. Even when full permission isn't needed, it's worth getting a lawful development certificate or prior notification so you have written confirmation on file.
Which council handles your application depends on where the property is:
- Properties in Leicester city: Leicester City Council
- Properties elsewhere in Leicestershire: the relevant district or borough council, such as Oadby & Wigston Borough Council, Charnwood Borough Council, or Blaby District Council. Leicestershire County Council's guide explains which applies.
We're happy to talk through what's likely to apply during a site visit, but the council always has the final say.
Will I need to use subcontractors, and who manages them?
Yes, for some of the work. Stuart brings in electricians, plumbers, and other specialists as the job needs them, which is normal for projects of this size. He books and schedules every trade himself, so the project runs as one job rather than several separate ones. You deal with Stuart throughout, and he answers for the whole build.
What can complicate a project or add unexpected cost?
A few things can affect the price or timeline once work is underway, so it's worth talking about them at the quote stage:
- Damp, outdated wiring, or unexpected foundations that only show up once walls or floors are opened up
- The council asking for changes when it reviews the application, or needing a party wall agreement with a neighbour
- Ground conditions on the site, which can change what the groundworks and foundations need
- Changes you make to the design or specification after work has started
A thorough site visit and a clear scope before work begins keep surprises to a minimum. If something does change, Stuart agrees it with you before carrying on.
How long has Stuart Ashton Build been trading?
Since 1989. That's over 35 years of extensions, conversions, and alterations across Leicester and Leicestershire.
What areas does Stuart Ashton Build cover?
Leicester city and the surrounding Leicestershire area, including Oadby, Wigston, Birstall, and Loughborough. Not sure if you're in range? Just ask.
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