"Used Ecco Sheds recently and can't fault them. Got on with the job, didn't leave any mess. Quality is spot on and everything was done as promised. Would definitely use again 👍"
Heavy-Duty Sheds & Garden Rooms in Ilkeston
Easily reached via the A6007, making site visits and installations quick and efficient.
local_shipping Delivery from our Ripley workshop: £30
Made-to-measure builds, planned for your site
Whether you need a heavy-duty shed to clear out the garage, a relaxing summer house retreat, or a light-filled potting shed to start your seedlings, our local Derbyshire team delivers directly to Ilkeston.
Access-first planning
We plan delivery and installation around your garden access so your build fits smoothly.
Bespoke by default
Your design is made to measure, then installed professionally—no flat-pack compromise.
Recent project highlight
Painted Apex Summer House
A beautifully finished traditional apex summer house painted in a contemporary grey, featuring extensive glazing to flood the interior with natural light.
Popular summer house, shed and potting shed designs for Ilkeston
If you’re planning a new garden room, these are the designs homeowners most often compare—then customise for their own space.
Combi The Denby Combi Summerhouse
Why compromise between a beautiful garden retreat and practical storage space? The Denby is the ideal solution for customers who want a premium summerhouse or home office seamlessly combined with a dedicated, secure storage room—all under one unified, stylish roofline.
Garden Office The Contemporary Executive Garden Office
Designed with a sleek, modern pent roof and a striking front overhang, this building creates a stunning architectural focal point in any garden. The front profile is dominated by premium, factory-fitted Anthracite Grey UPVC French doors and full-height glass panels, flooding your workspace with natural light while keeping the British winter firmly outside.
Potting Sheds Heavy Duty Timber Potting Sheds & Combi Stores
Bespoke Wooden Potting Sheds Built for the Serious UK Gardener For the dedicated gardener, a potting shed is the engine room of the garden. It needs to capture maximum sunlight to germinate seedlings while providing a warm, dry, and highly practical space to work during the early spring. Unlike cheap aluminium greenhouses that shatter in the wind or mass-produced overlap sheds that rot in a year, our heavy duty timber potting sheds combine ultimate weather protection with exceptional solar gain. No flat-pack compromises. Just a structural, tailor-made wooden potting shed constructed and installed by expert UK craftsmen.
Workshop The Professional Apex Timber Workshop
When you invest in an Ecco Workshop, you are investing in the engine room of your garden. Handcrafted in Derbyshire using premium, slow-grown timber and featuring a classic apex roof for maximum central headroom, our bespoke wooden workshops are engineered for absolute rigidity, total weather resistance, and lifelong durability. Whether you are running heavy machinery, building custom furniture, or simply need an expansive, rock-solid hobby room, we build dedicated timber workspaces designed to perform flawlessly decade after decade.
Trusted by Homeowners
"Had a shed off Matt bespoke to my exact needs. Beautifully made, quality product, quick service and very good price. Would highly recommend"
"Excellent work"
"A fantastic company that couldn't do enough for us. Matt and his team truly went the extra mile, delivering work to the highest possible standard. Highly recommended."
"Great quality, well built and fantastic price. Highly recommend!"
"Had a summerhouse built and it was amazing, team was very professional and helpful! The summerhouse looks amazing. 100% recommend! 5* service! Thank you!"
"Excellent quality workshops and sheds. I bought two – one large workshop and a medium size shed. Both were built to my exact specifications. Couldn't be happier."
"Ecco Sheds have just installed my new shed. I have no hesitation in recommending this manufacturer should you be looking for quality and service."
"Today I had my loft built by Liam and Harry, two lovely guys from Ecco Pigeon Lofts. Took less than 3 hours from start to finish. Excellent!"
"Great little outfit. I had a summer house from here last week. Absolutely amazing service, brilliant quality and after-sales."
"Ordered a shed from Matt who was absolutely brilliant with me. When it was ready for delivery I had to let him know that I had to delay – no problem at all. Great service."
"After being let down by another shed company, I would recommend Ecco Sheds. Pricing was clear and good value. I'm very happy with the shed, good quality and delivery installation was stress free and professional."
"I had my new pigeon loft arrive yesterday. It took Lee and Harry two hours to assemble. What an excellent job they made of it. First class."
"Great service from Matt and his team. A quality L shaped shed which will now double up as a workshop. Would highly recommend and I don't normally post any recommendations!"
"Amazing quality shed for our new home! Was kept up to date on my order throughout. Would definitely recommend! Thank you so much to all the team!"
Questions about builds in Ilkeston
Straight answers to questions we hear just before customers get a quote—click a question to read more.
What is the delivery fee to Ilkeston?
Delivery and installation to Ilkeston is £30.
Do you supply internal staging for potting sheds?
Yes, we can build custom heavy-duty slatted staging into your potting shed so it's ready for your seedlings immediately.
Are the floors treated?
The floor bearers that sit on the ground are pressure treated to resist moisture and prevent rot.
Can I get a windowless shed for security?
Yes, we can build highly secure, windowless heavy-duty sheds specifically designed to store expensive tools or bikes safely.
Is the glass safe for children?
We only use toughened safety glass in our summer houses and garden rooms to ensure complete safety for family gardens.
Ready to build in Ilkeston?
Tell us what you want to create and we will come back with an honest, no-obligation quote.