About

Built by people who actually turn up.

Cheshire Design & Build NW is a family-led, fully accredited design & build contractor delivering kitchens, extensions, loft conversions and full renovations across Cheshire and Greater Manchester. One accountable team, start to finish.

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Our Story

Thirty years of joinery-first building.

What started as a two-man joinery business in the mid-90s grew — slowly, deliberately — into the full-service design & build team we run today. We never set out to be the biggest contractor in the North West. We set out to be the one homeowners recommend to their friends.

Every project is designed, planned and delivered in-house. No lowest-bidder subbies. No handing the job to a different company once your deposit clears. The person who quotes your job is the person managing it.

What We Stand For

Four non-negotiables.

  • 01

    Accountability

    One team, one point of contact, one quote. No subcontractor blame-games, no finger-pointing when something needs resolving on site.

  • 02

    Craft

    We work to a standard we'd accept in our own homes. That means proper first-fix detailing, tidy sites, and finishes that still look right a decade later.

  • 03

    Transparency

    A detailed written quote before you commit a penny. Weekly progress updates once work starts. No hidden extras appearing at final invoice.

  • 04

    Local

    Based in Bolton, working daily across Cheshire and Greater Manchester. Trades we've used for years, suppliers we trust, references you can drive to.

  • 30+ Years Combined Experience
  • 200+ Projects Delivered
  • 9.8 Checkatrade Rating
  • 5 Industry Accreditations
Accreditations
FMB NICEIC Gas Safe Certass TrustMark 2025 · Award

Every trade on a Cheshire Design & Build site is qualified, insured and individually accountable. FMB membership, NICEIC registration and Gas Safe certification are not marketing — they're the baseline for what we do.

The Team

Three pillars.

A small, deliberate operation. The person you meet at the site visit is the person coordinating your build on day one — and day 84.

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Craig

Founder · Project Director

Time-served joiner and NVQ-qualified site manager. Coordinates every project from first site visit to final handover.

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Design & Planning

Architectural Partners

In-house design coordinator working alongside two trusted Cheshire architectural practices for planning and building regs submissions.

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On-Site Team

Trades & Supervisors

Directly employed joiners, bricklayers and a network of long-standing electricians, plumbers and decorators — the same faces on every job.

What Our Clients Say
CDB have knowledge and experience they use wisely to achieve great outcomes. They are competent, experienced, knowledgeable, friendly, trustworthy, communicative, considerate, and hardworking.
M. Harrison Full House Renovation · Alderley Edge
Checkatrade 9.8 · Verified Reviews
Let's Build Something

Want to meet the team?

Book a free, no-obligation site visit. We'll walk the space, listen to your brief, and give you an honest view on feasibility before any drawings or quotes.

Get a Quote Call 07494 709798