Building & Construction Services
Builders in Solihull & the surrounding area
CH Developments is a West Midlands-based building and construction firm serving Solihull, Shirley, Knowle, Dorridge and surrounding areas. We manage every project as one accountable team, from site visit through handover.
Solihull & the surrounding area
We operate from our West Midlands base and work across Solihull and the neighbouring boroughs. Our approach is consistent wherever we build: one team, direct accountability, directly employed trades, and a commitment to workmanship that lasts. We don't subcontract away quality or responsibility.
Solihull's housing stock demands flexibility and precision. You'll find high-spec period properties in Knowle, Dorridge and the conservation villages; substantial interwar semis across Olton and Sharmans Cross; and modern executive homes in Dickens Heath and Blythe Valley. Each property type brings different structural and design expectations. We tailor our approach to the house and the aspirations of the owner.
All projects in Solihull navigate Building Control (either Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council or an approved inspector), local planning incl. green-belt and conservation area rules, and often Listed building or period character considerations. We handle that complexity as part of our service. We are CHAS-accredited, fully insured for public liability, and guarantee our workmanship.
Our Work
Services in Solihull
Extensions
Single and two-storey extensions, house enlargement and structural glazing. Solihull's green-belt status means planning is demanding; we navigate it and deliver what planning allows.
Loft & Garage Conversions
Dormer and hip-to-gable conversions, rooflight installations, and garage conversions to habitable space. Full Building Regulations sign-off and structural design.
Renovations & Refurbishments
Whole-house and room-by-room refits. Period property sensitivity, modern specification standards, and bespoke finishes.
Kitchens, Bathrooms & Finishing Trades
Supply-and-fit kitchens, bathroom suites, tiling, plastering, flooring and decorative finishes. Higher-spec materials and fittings to suit Solihull's aspirational market.
Driveways & Groundworks
Block paving, tarmac, concrete drives, fencing, landscaping and site groundworks. Proper drainage, foundations and load-bearing design.
New Builds
New residential and light commercial buildings. Full design, planning, Building Regulations and project delivery from start to sign-off.
Our Services
Our services in Solihull
Dedicated pages for the work we are asked for most often in Solihull.
Good to Know
Planning & practicalities in Solihull
The practical and planning side of building in the area. We handle the paperwork and the approvals as part of the job.
Green belt & planning permission
Much of Solihull is green-belt land. Extensions, outbuildings, garden rooms and conversions all trigger close planning scrutiny. Conservation area properties in Knowle, Dorridge, Hampton-in-Arden and Solihull town also require Planning approval and often Design approval. We assess what's feasible before you commit.
Housing types & structural variation
Period semis and detached homes often have load-bearing walls in unexpected places and timber that predates modern Building Regulations. High-value detached properties in Knowle and Dorridge command precision and premium finishes. Modern estates (Dickens Heath, Blythe Valley) have different structural assumptions. We survey and plan accordingly.
Access, parking & site management
Solihull's leafy roads and mature gardens mean tight site access. We plan tight working areas, tidy compounds, and neighbourly practicalities. Off-street parking for our vehicles and skip placement is discussed at the start.
Where We Work
Building near Solihull
We also cover the towns around Solihull from our West Midlands base.
Questions & Answers
Building in Solihull: common questions
Are you a Solihull-based builder?+
No. We are based in the West Midlands and travel across the region, including to Solihull, Shirley, Knowle and Dorridge. We operate as one team wherever we work, and we bring the same people, processes and accountability to Solihull as we do locally.
Can I extend my house in Solihull? What about planning?+
Most extensions will need planning permission in Solihull, especially if you are in a green-belt or conservation area. Some small loft conversions and side extensions may qualify for Permitted Development, but Solihull is strict about enforcement. We advise at the start whether planning is needed, discuss the likely outcome, and manage the application if needed.
Do you work in Knowle and Dorridge?+
Yes. Knowle, Dorridge and Hampton-in-Arden are on our regular work area. These are high-spec markets with conservation and period-property demands; we have experience with Listed buildings and character retention.
How do I get a fixed-price quote?+
Contact us with a description of the work (extension, kitchen, loft conversion, etc.), photos if you have them, and your rough timescale. We visit the site, measure, survey and provide a free, fixed-price quotation within 7-10 days.
Do you do commercial work in Solihull?+
Yes. We undertake light commercial work, including ground-floor fit-outs, office refurbishment, small commercial structures, and mixed-use conversions. Speak to us about your brief.
Are you insured and certified?+
Yes. We are CHAS-accredited, fully insured for public liability and professional indemnity, and we guarantee our workmanship. All work in Solihull is signed off by Building Control or an approved inspector.
Written and reviewed by
Atif Ali
Lead Builder, CH Developments
Atif Ali has worked in construction for over seven years and leads CH Developments projects from the first site visit to final sign-off. His clients stay with him: the average customer has worked with CH Developments for more than three and a half years, and most new work comes through referrals from existing customers.
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Contact details
- Registered office36A Birchensale Road
Redditch, Worcestershire
B97 6JS - Phone07857 039700
- Opening hoursMon–Fri 8:00–18:00 · Sat by appointment
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