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OUR BACKGROUND
Excellence Through Chartered Professionals
Astral Ltd have been based in Blue Town, Sheerness for the past 35 years. The company was founded by Paul Houghton and has since grown, employing many staff inclusive of Paul's son Adam Houghton and son in law John Jones whom both successfully procure and manage construction projects working closely with the client and on site team.
We offer a conception to completion main contractor service. All of our professional construction team are degree qualified and chartered with a relevant body be it CIOB or RICS dependent on their role in the company.
Our on site staff are a mixture of direct employed operatives such as carpenters, decorators and site managers, as well as sub-contractors such as mechanical and electrical specialist, ground works teams and dry liners.
OUR COMMITMENT
Commitment to Quality & Client Satisfaction
Astral Ltd delivers high‑quality construction services across private, commercial, and traditional sectors, ensuring every project meets the highest professional standards and leaves clients fully satisfied.
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Family Values & Professional Expertise
As a long‑established family‑run contractor, founded by Paul Houghton and now supported by the next generation, Astral is driven by trusted relationships and a team of fully certified, degree‑qualified professionals dedicated to managing projects with integrity and skill.
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Preserving Heritage While Building the Future
Astral combines modern construction expertise with a deep respect for traditional and historic buildings, ensuring that the region’s architectural heritage is protected while delivering sustainable, future‑focused construction solutions.
“Delivering reliable, high‑quality construction and property improvements across Kent — backed by generations of family craftsmanship.”
Leaders in Conservation & Specialist Construction
Astral Building Contractors delivers conservation and specialist construction projects with care, precision and expertise. Our RICS‑ and CIOB‑chartered surveyors work alongside trusted conservation architects and structural engineers to ensure fair pricing, detailed planning and meticulous delivery.
With nearly four decades of experience and partnerships with organisations such as Historic England, English Heritage and SPAB, we approach every heritage project with the respect and understanding it deserves.
Smarter Construction Through Innovation
With nearly four decades of experience, Astral combines proven expertise with the best available technology — delivering safer, faster and more cost-effective construction at every stage.
Our drone services eliminate the need for costly scaffolding during site inspections. Our 3D printing capability lets us prototype and refine ideas rapidly.
Tools like AutoCAD and Microsoft Project keep every project on programme and on budget. And we're actively exploring how AI can further improve the way we plan, communicate and deliver.
The construction industry is changing. We're changing with it — without ever losing sight of the craft and experience that has defined us for four decades.
Traditional values. Modern methods.
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Jason K ★★★★★
"Well what can I say about these guys, 100% recommend.
They came round, did a survey as we needed a wet room, and everything was organised from start to finish. We were kept in the loop on everything that was going on and what would be happening next.
They never left a mess — never known contractors like this. This finished item is absolutely fantastic. I have to say these guys all took pride in their work 100%."
Excerpt from a review on Yell.com- March 2026
Umbreen David ★★★★★
"The team, residents and visitors are loving the new front of house servery… It has had such a positive impact on the dining experience and the ability for residents and visitors to access and enjoy refreshments at their leisure.
The meeting room and staff base has been a game changer for staff and has improved the way the team work.
The quality of work, responsiveness and ability to keep disruption to a minimum was outstanding."
Excerpt from a review on Linkedin - November 2025
Tony Steeles ★★★★★
"Repointed the brickwork on our Victorian House.
Did an amazing job and cannot fault them! Thank you!"
Review on Google Reviews - July 2025