Create a stylish garden retreat that works all year round. Our Summer Houses Builders in Shirley design and build bespoke spaces with proper foundations, electrics and finishing. From classic timber charm to sleek contemporary lines, we tailor every detail to your home.
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A well-built summer house adds usable space without the upheaval of a full extension. In Shirley, we design and construct premium summer houses for relaxing, working, or hobbies—finished to a standard that suits your home and garden. We regularly work near Shirley Windmill and around CR0, so we understand the look and feel local homeowners prefer. Expect clear advice, tidy workmanship, and a build that lasts.
Shirley’s mix of 1930s semis, detached houses and newer developments calls for flexible design. We can match traditional styles that suit established streets, or create contemporary designs that complement modern plots. If you’re close to Addington Hills or commuting from nearby Addiscombe, we can include insulation options and electrics for a comfortable, practical workspace. Every project is planned around access, neighbours and how you want to use the building.
We start with a site visit, measurements and a design proposal, then handle groundwork, foundations, structure, electrics and interior finishing. You’ll get a clear schedule, material choices explained in plain English, and planning advice where needed. Our team is local—around 15 minutes from Shirley—so we’re responsive and easy to reach. Homeowners choose Fine Landscaping for consistent quality control and a build process that stays organised from start to sign-off.
As summer houses builders in London Borough of Croydon, we factor in typical Shirley access, shared driveways and on-street parking when planning deliveries and groundwork. Ground conditions can vary across the area, so we specify foundations to suit the site rather than relying on a one-size approach. We also help you navigate Croydon council guidance and permitted development rules, especially where boundaries, heights or outbuildings near neighbours are a concern.
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Costs in Shirley vary with size, specification and groundworks. As a guide, a small, uninsulated timber summer house with basic basework can start from around £3,500–£7,000. Mid-range bespoke builds with insulation, electrics and upgraded windows are often £8,000–£18,000. Larger garden rooms with higher-end interior finishing and more complex foundations can be £20,000–£35,000+.
Most builds take 1–3 weeks on site, depending on complexity. A straightforward structure with a prepared base can be completed in a week or so, while bespoke designs with insulation, electrics and interior finishing typically take longer. Timescales are affected by groundwork requirements, access for materials, drying time for concrete bases, and any bespoke joinery or glazing lead times.
Many summer houses fall under permitted development, so planning permission often isn’t required if the building stays within size, height and location limits. However, rules can change depending on proximity to boundaries, whether it’s used as a sleeping space, and if your property has restrictions. We provide planning advice, check the key criteria, and can recommend when it’s sensible to confirm details with Croydon council before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty covering workmanship and structural integrity of the build, including key elements such as the base, framing and installation. Manufacturer warranties apply separately to components like doors, windows, roofing membranes and electrical products. We also document the specification agreed at the start, so you know exactly what’s covered. If an issue arises, we arrange a prompt inspection and practical remedy.
You can choose traditional timber summer houses with classic glazing, or contemporary garden rooms with clean lines and larger openings. Popular options include pressure-treated timber, composite cladding, felt or EPDM roofing, and upgraded doors such as bifolds or French doors. We also offer insulation options, internal lining, lighting, sockets and data points. We’ll guide you through choices based on budget, maintenance preferences and intended use.
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