Hargrave Construction and Renovation

Hargrave Construction and Renovation Your local building company covering all aspects of building and electrical works

Everyone's talking about modern methods of construction. We use them. But we haven't forgotten what a well-laid brick ca...
28/08/2026

Everyone's talking about modern methods of construction. We use them. But we haven't forgotten what a well-laid brick can do.

There's a reason brick-built homes in Kent are still standing 200 years later. The material works. When it's laid properly, by someone who actually cares about the bond pattern and the mortar joints, it looks right and it lasts.

Our new builds blend traditional craftsmanship with modern performance. Properly insulated. Energy efficient. Designed around how you actually live, not how a brochure thinks you should.

From groundworks to handover, we manage the entire build. One family-run team. One project manager. No gaps, no finger-pointing, no surprises.

Would you rather live in a brand new home or renovate a character property? We're split on this one ourselves. Tell us where you land.

🚧Every Trade. Every Service. One Expert Team.👷





We didn't launch Hargrave SIP Build because it was trendy. We launched it because it makes our clients' lives easier.For...
27/08/2026

We didn't launch Hargrave SIP Build because it was trendy. We launched it because it makes our clients' lives easier.

For over 30 years, our family business has been delivering extensions, renovations and building projects across Kent.

We've seen methods come and go.

SIP construction isn't a trend. It's a proven building system that delivers better insulation, faster build times and less disruption, without compromising on quality.

When you work with Hargrave SIP Build, you're getting:

✓ A dedicated project manager from start to finish
✓ A family-run team you can actually speak to
✓ FMB-accredited builders with CITB membership
✓ Over three decades of construction experience behind every decision

If you're considering a garden room, annexe, extension or home office, we'd love to hear about your project. Book a free consultation with us using the link in comments.

What matters most to you when choosing a builder: speed, quality, communication, or something else entirely? Let us know below 👇

🚧Every Trade. Every Service. One Expert Team.👷






Your energy bill doesn't care what your house looks like. It only cares how it was built.✅ Insulation thickness.✅ Glazin...
26/08/2026

Your energy bill doesn't care what your house looks like. It only cares how it was built.

✅ Insulation thickness.
✅ Glazing specification.
✅ Air-tightness.
✅ The way the house faces the sun.

These aren't afterthoughts, they're decisions made on day one that determine what you'll pay to heat your home for the next 30 years.

When we design a new build, energy performance is in the conversation from the very first sketch. Not bolted on at the end to pass building regs, but baked into the design so the home performs properly from the day you move in.

We think of better insulation, smarter ventilation and heating systems that don't work harder than they need to. It's not complicated, it just needs to be thought about early enough.

If you're planning a build, what matters more to you; how the house looks or how it performs? (We'd argue you shouldn't have to choose.)

🚧Every Trade. Every Service. One Expert Team.👷






"Superb builders." That's not us talking. That's a client who just left us a 5-star Google review.The project was a loft...
21/08/2026

"Superb builders." That's not us talking. That's a client who just left us a 5-star Google review.

The project was a loft conversion in a listed building…which is about as complex as domestic construction gets. There are usually heritage restrictions, planning conditions, structural surprises behind every wall.

Our client was more than happy with the project, and we’re happier that we kept to the standard we hold ourselves to on every single project; whether it's a loft, an extension, a full renovation, or a new build.

We're a family-run team covering Kent, the South East and London. If you've been thinking about a project and wondering whether it's even possible, that conversation costs nothing.

👉 Link in bio to get in touch, or drop us a DM right here.

Know someone who's been putting off a building project? Tag them below, sometimes all it takes is seeing that someone else went for it.

👷Every Trade. Every Service. One Expert Team.👷






🚨 We're Hiring 🚨Multi-Trade Operative / Carpenters 🔨 🔨 ✔ Own transport required✔ Good rates of pay✔ Regular work✔ Varie...
21/08/2026

🚨 We're Hiring 🚨

Multi-Trade Operative / Carpenters 🔨 🔨

✔ Own transport required
✔ Good rates of pay
✔ Regular work
✔ Variety of extension, renovation and refurbishment projects

We're looking for someone reliable, skilled and proud of the work they do.

Interested? Send us a message or email [email protected]

Every Trade. Every Service. One Expert Team.

Weathertight in five days. Not five weeks. Five days.That's what SIP construction can deliver.Traditional builds can tak...
20/08/2026

Weathertight in five days. Not five weeks. Five days.

That's what SIP construction can deliver.

Traditional builds can take weeks, sometimes months, just to get the shell up and sealed against the weather.

With Structural Insulated Panels, the panels arrive pre-fabricated and ready to install. They slot together on site, and the structure is weathertight in a fraction of the time.

What does that mean for you?

✓ Less time with builders on site
✓ Less mess and disruption
✓ Fewer weather delays
✓ Your new space ready to enjoy sooner

It's not cutting corners. It's building smarter. If speed and quality matter to you, SIP construction is worth understanding.

Would a faster build time change your mind about going ahead with a project you've been putting off? Tell us below 👇

Book a free consultation with us today. Link in comments.

👷Every Trade. Every Service. One Expert Team.👷






🏠 You go up there once a year for the Christmas decorations. The rest of the time, it's just dead space above your head....
18/08/2026

🏠 You go up there once a year for the Christmas decorations. The rest of the time, it's just dead space above your head.

A loft conversion is one of the few home improvements that genuinely pays for itself. You're not extending your footprint, you're not losing garden, and in most cases you don't even need full planning permission.

The part people worry about is head height. Will it actually feel like a real room? That depends entirely on the type of conversion (Velux, dormer, hip-to-gable) and which one suits your roof. Get that decision right and everything else follows.

We handle the full process. Structural calculations, building regs, the build itself, right through to the final coat of paint. One team from start to finish, no chasing different trades yourself.

❓❓If you converted your loft tomorrow, what would it become? Bedroom, office, playroom, or something else entirely? Tell us below.

Every Trade. Every Service. One Expert Team.







🛀🚽 Estate agents will tell you kitchens sell houses. They're half right. Bathrooms seal the deal.Think about the last pr...
14/08/2026

🛀🚽 Estate agents will tell you kitchens sell houses. They're half right. Bathrooms seal the deal.

Think about the last property you viewed. You probably can't remember the living room ceiling. But you definitely remember whether the bathroom felt tired.

A bathroom renovation doesn't need to cost a fortune. What it does need is someone who understands tiling tolerances, waterproofing details, and how to get underfloor heating working properly under the tile, not just technically correct, but actually warm where your feet land at 6am.

We handle bathroom renovations end to end. Plumbing, electrics, tiling, plastering, joinery. One team, one timeline, one person to call if anything needs sorting.

If you could change one thing about your bathroom tomorrow, what would it be? Drop it below.

👷Every Trade. Every Service. One Expert Team.👷







🏠 There comes a point where you stop worrying about your parents from a distance and start thinking about what's actuall...
13/08/2026

🏠 There comes a point where you stop worrying about your parents from a distance and start thinking about what's actually practical.

An annexe isn't a last resort. It's a thoughtful solution. It helps your parents keep their independence.

They’ve got their own front door, their own kitchen and their own routine.

But they're close enough that you're not driving forty minutes every time something needs doing.

A SIP-built annexe can be designed to suit their needs: accessible layout, level thresholds, walk-in shower, wider doorways…and built with minimal disruption to your home and garden.

Warm in winter. Cool in summer. Low energy bills.

It's one of the most practical things a family can do. And one of the kindest.

If you've been thinking about an annexe for a family member, we're happy to talk through the options. To book a free conversation, click the link in comments.

Have you thought about building an annexe for a parent or family member? What's the thing that would matter most to them? We'd love to hear 👇

👷Every Trade. Every Service. One Expert Team.👷






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