Friendly, dependable builders in Horndean and the villages nearby
Conmax Ltd are builders in Horndean, covering extensions, renovations, kitchens, bathrooms and refurbishments for village homes and family houses. We are around seven miles from our base in Havant, so we can visit and quote quickly. Call 07909 664 685 for a free, no-obligation quote.
Horndean sits between Waterlooville and the South Downs, and the surrounding area is a patchwork of village streets, 1960s to 1980s family houses, older brick-and-flint cottages and larger properties on generous plots in Catherington, Blendworth and Clanfield. That mix means no two jobs are ever quite the same.
Making the most of larger village plots
Gardens here are often long and wide, which gives homeowners options that are harder to find in the towns. Side and rear extensions, double-storey additions for growing teenagers, garage conversions and garden rooms are all realistic. We start with the groundworks and drainage and build up from there, keeping the layout practical and the finish in keeping with the property. Our property extensions page shows the range of work we cover.
Flint cottages and older village properties
Older homes around Horndean and Catherington can have solid flint and brick walls, uneven floors and roofs that have been patched over the years. We repair and upgrade these properties in ways that respect their construction, using breathable materials where appropriate, opening up cramped kitchens carefully and fitting modern bathrooms without harming original features. Our renovation service is built around this kind of sensitive work.
Close to the South Downs National Park
Some properties around Horndean, Catherington and Blendworth are close to or inside the South Downs National Park, where planning rules can be tighter. Large areas of glazing, external lighting and materials can all come under closer scrutiny because the park is an International Dark Sky Reserve. The South Downs National Park Authority can confirm which rules apply to your address, and we will help you plan a scheme that stands a good chance of approval. Outside the park, planning is handled by East Hampshire District Council.
Comfort, insulation and running costs
Older village homes can be draughty and expensive to heat. When we open up a kitchen or refit a bathroom, we can also look at the practical improvements that make a house more comfortable, such as better roof insulation, new windows and doors, and draught-proofing. These jobs fit naturally alongside a refurbishment, and doing them together means less disruption than tackling them one at a time. Good builders in Horndean will explain the options and leave the decision with you, and that is how we work.
Practical matters on village sites
Narrow lanes, private drives and rural drainage can all affect how a job is planned, and we talk these through at the quote stage so there are no surprises. We also cover Waterlooville, Havant and Portsmouth, and villages such as Rowlands Castle. If you are comparing builders in Horndean, ask who will actually be on site and how they will keep your home clean while they work.
Recent building and home improvement work
A selection of recent projects from our team. Tap a photo to see it full size.
What customers say about our work
“He was friendly, punctual, tidy, and did the job for a good price, I have no hesitation in recommending him.”
“He was punctual and respected our property (removed his shoes, unasked, when he needed to enter the house) and he worked tirelessly throughout the day.”
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