Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Construction Contractors in Bishops Stortford
Established in 1963, G E & A F Silvester has built a reputation for excellence in domestic and commercial construction across Hertfordshire, Essex, and Cambridgeshire. As a family-run business for over six decades, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to deliver tailored building solutions. Our team directly employs key trades, ensuring continuity and quality across projects ranging from small extensions to large-scale new builds. With expertise in listed buildings, barn conversions, and school projects, we prioritise client collaboration and attention to detail.Our in-house joinery workshop enables bespoke solutions, while our commitment to resolving challenges on-site has earned consistent client praise. Over 45 years of experience underscores our authority in delivering high-standard projects, supported by transparent communication and a focus on long-term client relationships.
Services
Home Extensions
New Builds
Commercial Projects
Barn Conversions
Joinery Services
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of experience in domestic and commercial construction.
- Our family-run business ensures a personal touch and continuity of service.
- We directly employ key trades, maintaining consistent quality across projects.
- We handle projects from small extensions to 1.4m school developments.
- Our in-house joinery workshop delivers bespoke solutions for unique projects.
What people say
First class service
Exemplary issue resolution
Highest quality workmanship
Negligible snagging
Thoroughly pleasant team
Services
Home Extensions
Specialising in domestic extensions for over 45 years, we deliver tailored solutions from small lean-tos to full property remodelling. Our approach combines structural expertise with attention to aesthetic integration, ensuring seamless additions that enhance living spaces. Clients benefit from our in-house trades and project management, guaranteeing quality control and timely completion.
New Builds
We construct bespoke one-off houses and semi-detached properties using traditional and modern methods. Our capabilities include timber frame builds, listed barn conversions, and energy-efficient designs with underfloor heating or air-source systems. Each project benefits from our direct employment model, ensuring skilled execution of unique architectural visions across Hertfordshire and surrounding counties.
Commercial Projects
Our commercial expertise spans school buildings, sports halls, and office conversions, with projects valued up to 1.4 million. We specialise in educational sector work, delivering extensions, staff accommodation, and facilities like pool buildings. Clients receive comprehensive management from planning through to completion, adhering to strict regulatory standards while maintaining design integrity.
Questions
What areas do you cover for construction projects?
We operate primarily in Hertfordshire, Essex, and Cambridgeshire, with recent projects in Bishops Stortford, Saffron Walden, and Epping.
Do you handle both domestic and commercial work?
Yes, we specialise in both sectors, from private home extensions to £1.4m school developments and commercial buildings.
How long has your company been established?
We have been operating as GE & AF Silvester since 1963, providing construction services for over six decades.
Can you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we have extensive experience in extending, converting, and restoring listed properties while preserving historical integrity.
What makes your building process unique?
We directly employ key trades, maintain an in-house joinery workshop, and combine traditional craftsmanship with modern construction techniques.
