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We are a family company & pride ourselves in providing a professional, honest , reliable & courteous service. With 40 years experience in the building industry. All aspects of building & joinery work are covered & all work is carried out by qualified tradesmen. We are new to Rated People & are keen to get started so we can build up some great reviews.
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Highly recommend What a fantastic team Gary and Lewis are. Not only did they do a great job in our utility room, but they were on time, polite, courteous and incredibly tidy. Gary also arranged any subcontractors needed and the job was amazing value for money. We have already booked Gary in for other work in the New Year.
Linked builders Ltd is a family run buisness, we take great pride in our work. Our work team have experiance of over 20 years in the building trade; giving you great advice and workmanship. Please take a look at our profile! Many Thanks
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Avoid these people at all costs, after charging me a ridiculous amount of money to carry out the job he scrimped and saved on everything doing a appalling job and now refuses to rectify his errors and to finish the job. Do NOT have anything to do with them.
Hi at jays property maintenance we run a family run business that are specialists in flat roofing new roofs Chimley rebuilds lead work and all aspects of property maintenance.with a 5 million public liability insurance.
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from start to finish we had a good dilog .an problems point outand any recamendments for the work to be done to make abatter job. All work was carryed out with care of my propity and all work done a good quility.
started business as parternership in 2007, we grown our portfolio from 2 houses to 86 units today, we also helped over 100 homeowners and 25 landlords including housing association, we help from a full consultancy package to build yur dreams to even help with leasing to our corporate contacts if you wish to invest. featured on HOMES UNDER THE HAMMER, we pride our selves in job well done, we always make sure we start projects within 2 to 3 weeks from time we agree and we always deliver our projects on time; we make the impossible a luxury and affordable possible while we take all the stress away; BGH combines technical expertise with exceptional customer service, ensuring every client benefits from cutting-edge technologies tailored to their home needs. with industry leading certifications and proven track record, BGH is a top choice for those seeking efficient, reliable and successful renovations We ate fully accredited Offer full guarantees and insurances including insurance backed guarantee and deposit guarantee We are specialist in new build, extensions, heavy refurbs, hmo and luxury conversions
Hi my name is Terry from A.T landscapes we specialise in all landscaping needs turfing, fencing and all aspects of paving.
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These guys are grafters proper old school nothing is too much trouble and quality finishing, We are very happy customers, Thank you Terry and gang.
Here at HDL flooring we are a domestic flooring company from warrington and we offer a 5 star fitting service and also use the highest rated materials to deliver a supply and fit to renovate your new project We have over 13 years of experience at fitting domestic flooring We’re specialists in - Laminate Engineered wood Herringbone/parquet flooring Luxury vinyl tiles (lvt) Our job is to make sure every customer is happy with our service and to know they can trust us when having work done at there property to know there going to be over the moon with the finish is what we strive and work so hard for as customer care is our main priority
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NORTHWEST HOME IPMROVEMENTS we provide a professional and reliable garden service,we have many years of experience and are here to offer our services and advice at very competitive rates, giving you exceptional value for money.
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We were quoted for 3 jobs only one of which has been fully completed with 1 not done and 2 done to a not great standard and with out all of the waste being removed (which was part of the quote). Said they would be starting at 11 but didn’t arrive until gone 1pm which made things difficult for us. No pictures sent on completion despite this being offered by them and no response to our attempts to get in touch to rectify the work that has not been completed. A disappointing experience unfortunately.
We are a family run business. Specialising in various types of Gardening/landscaping/tree / property maintenance services/roofing/decking and fencing/lawn care/garden design/pressure washing/patios,driveways. And much more please contact us for more in depth information and advice or for a no obligation quotation.
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Trimmed the tree branches, left the garden tidy , fair price , good communication
At Safeview Windows and Doors, we take great pride in our products and services. Our team are dedicated to providing our clients with the highest quality and most affordable windows and doors on the market. We understand the importance of client satisfaction, and we strive to exceed all expectations with every project we undertake. With decades of experience in the industry, we have built an impeccable reputation for our expertise and commitment to excellence. Services: Windows Doors Bi folds Extensions Conservatories Orangeries Kitchens Roofline Garden rooms Facias Soffits Gutters Warm roofs
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Excellent tradesman.Would strongly recommend Healey and sons.
Elite Roofing Services, we do new roof roof repairs soffits and guttering all roofing work undertaken contact us for a free quotation and free roof inspection we give warranty with all our work
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At Mitchell & Davis Windows & Doors we strive to provide the best service possible. With over 25 years experience in the industry you are in very capable hands! We really have done it all. Let out friendly team look after your windows and doors needs. We are Big enough to cope yet small enough to care. We have a rigorously selected friendly and skilled team who take great pride in their work and maintain our excellent reputation. We supply and install all ranges of windows and doors, including Aluminium, uPVC and timber. Fascia’s, Soffits, Roofline and guttering. Composite doors such as Rockdoor and Solidor We also offer a bespoke service on Conservatory Warm roof conversions, turning your tired, inconvenient space into a new fantastic part of your home. Visit our website or get in touch via email or phone.
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Great job and easy to work with. Delivered everything they said on time and budget in a style nobody else recommended. Really pleased.
Welcome to CML Plumbing & Heating Ltd, where integrity meets craftsmanship. With a commitment to excellence, we offer a comprehensive range of plumbing services tailored to meet your needs. All aspects of plumbing, gas, heating and air conditioning work undertaken. Our Gas Safe Plumbing & Heating Engineers deliver prompt and reliable solutions. With a focus on professionalism and customer satisfaction, we ensure every job is completed to the highest standard. Contact us today for an efficient, professional, and dependable plumbing service.
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Quick reply, reasonable pricing and quick service
Hello, I been working for 26 years professionally, the most important thing for me is for the client to be satisfied and everything to be clean afterwards.
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Great service, did the work quickly, good price, good communication and high standard. I was pleased and will hire again.
HB Roofing and property maintenance is a family run business which takes great pride in delivering a highly satisfactory service.
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Hi, I'm Gary Korab, and I'm a fully trained carpenter/joiner, and locksmith, with 25 years experience in joinery/carpentry, and 20 years experience in locksmithing. I have completed the level 3 Advanced Modern Apprenticeship at college, along with the City & Guilds awards and many other certificates. Please check the services I offer, in the 'Trades and Services Offered' section. This includes all aspects of joinery work, and all aspects of locksmithing. Please feel free to get in touch, to discuss any work that you need doing. I always try to answer every call the first time, but if I can't get to the call, I'll get back to you asap. Thanks for reading;-)
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Great job - professional service, high standard of workmanship. Highly recommended!
Hi I'm Chris from Chris Seddon roofing.i do all types of roofing I specialise in reroofs we also do facials soffits gutters flat to pitched conversion chimney removals and we work all throughout Lancs and Cheshire I do all the work myself with labourers.all reroofs come with a 5 year guarantee. And we have full liability cover also. Finance can be arranged to cover your reroof.
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Here at Local Homes Improvements we pride ourselves on customer satisfactory Offer wide range of roof replacements to roof repairs We also offer replacements and repairs of the following Flat roofs,Guttering,fascia,soffits,velux windows and much more Most of our work comes with a lengthy guarantee however it does vary depending on the work we carry out Most of all our aim is to keep your roof water tight for many years and keep yourself happy So get in touch for your free no obligation quotation!…..
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Work completed as agreed would recommend
C & C developments is a small family ran business and has over 19 years in the trade. We carry out jobs from fitting internal/external doors to bespoke storage units and pretty much everything else in-between. Please take a look through our gallery and reviews.
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Really pleased with the service received from C&C Developments. Sameday service at short notice. Will definitely use again. Courteous and professional.
We design and deliver a truly personal result that is perfect for you and your family. From inspiration to installation, you can expect the highest level of personal service at every stage of your Blossom experience. We have over 20 years experience and specialise in plan and design. We can offer you a free, no obligation home visit to discuss your requirements ,where we can show you a 360 degree photo realistic view of your proposed project prior to any work being undertaken ,enabling you to see what can be achieved for your new kitchen/bedroom/bathroom/home studies or internal renovation. We will project manage your complete project, and work alongside you to achieve you vision. We can undertake electrics, plumbing, plastering ,joinery and all internal finishes to your home. We can also go that extra mile to help you achieve your “show home” finish by assisting you with your interior design. Services we offer: Bespoke Kitchens Bespoke Furniture Bathrooms/Wet Rooms Bedrooms Home Studies Interior Design Plastering Tiling Flooring Decorating We operate mainly in the Greater Manchester area, however this can be negotiable.
Fully qualified level 3 Site joiner/ carpenter Through City and Guilds. In the trade for many years, with plenty experience & knowledge due to the passion and work ethic for the job. Due to high demand from previous clients, CFL Joinery is slowly introducing other Construction Trades within the business, such as electrical installation, Plumbing & Gas, Bricklaying, etc. All types of work, We are happy to help! I can guarantee that the job needed to be complete will be done to high standards, furthermore beating many quotes you may have already been given. We are a very friendly and understanding Business and if the job needs to be done ASAP, We will do everything we can to get this done. Any further questions, please do not hesitate contact via call or email :)
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They replaced my old floor planks with new floorboards and LVT tiles. Good quality job, good time keeping and communication.
MLS Kitchens was founded in 2001 and provides kitchens in the Greater Manchester and Yorkshire areas to Trade and Retail clients. Our main aim is to give our customers a seamless hassle free experience when choosing and ordering a new kitchen. Our expert staff have been involved with kitchens for over 25 years and MLS Kitchens have built up good relationships with all the major distributors in the Kitchen Industry. Main advantages in choosing a kitchen from MLS Kitchens: -7 day turnaround from ordering to delivery -All kitchens fully installed ie gas , electric and plumbing -Free 3D plan and design in your own home -Full Transparency on pricing -No pressure selling tactics MLS Kitchens can cater for anyone's budget from high end spacious kitchens to rental properties – we have a range to suit everyone's pocket . Our Trade customer database is our bread and butter and can compare to Howdens and B&Q . We offer a free no obligation design visit where we can design your kitchen in 3D and give the customer exactly the look they are looking for. Equally we can price match or compare with quotes you have already obtained – we will do a like for like quote and feel confident of either beating it or matching it.
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Very competitively priced and good quality units. Jon was great from initial consultation, through to delivery. Communication was excellent throughout. Joe and his installation team are brilliant and really nice guys to deal with. Nothing is too much trouble and when we have had a couple of small issues, they were dealt with quickly and efficiently.
Kingsway roofing we have over 40 years ? Of high-quality experience fully insured and qualified we guarantee customer satisfaction free quotations and all work fully guaranteed we aim for the highest standards and use all British board approved materials
Bathroom refurbishment Floor and wall tiling Laminate / L.V.T floor installation Home maintenance No job to big - no job to small
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Really pleased with my new cat flap, job was completed really quickly, would definitely use Dale again in the future.
First 4 Paving Ltd create beautiful paths, driveways, patios and landscape gardens in a variety of styles and designs to perfectly complement your home. Our own teams of experienced, specialist installers, using only the best materials from leading suppliers Marshalls and Hanson paving will create your new installation with care and complying with the relevant British Standards
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James and team were excellent. James quoted us and managed to fit us around other jobs really quickly. We had a complete garden renovation completed in 3 days . Would highly recommend , nothing was too much trouble and all his staff were fantastic. Thank you so much James and team .
We provide a professional building service throughout Lancashire and Cheshire. The business undertakes commercial projects and all kinds of private work I.e New Build single and two story extensions structural work full refurbishments and all aspects of construction with a large Client base . Please feel free to call between 9 am and 5 pm Monday - Thursday and 9 -12.30 on Fridays.The business is closed at the weekends W we are a member of the National Federation of Builders
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Karl did a good job taking care to make minimal mess and noise. He understood my requirements and explained what he was doing in just the right detail.
Hi we are a small family run business we do all our work to a high standard we can do what ever the customer wants doing we have a few reviews I can show you my reviews off another website which I have 55 5 star reviews we are just starting to offer roofing to now thanks Daniel
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Expensive. Job done to minimal standard.
New to the app explains low review count - Here at OBK Roofing services we offer free quotes and drone surveys. The services we provide include: • Re roofs and repairs of flat or pitched roofs • Slate and tile work • Soffit, fascia and gutters • Chimney work or removal • Re pointing • Roof cleaning
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Kane and his team provided a fast reliable service. His quote was very reasonable and his work was very good. There were a few minor snags at the end and he put them right as soon as they were raised. Highly recommended.
Welcome to Langston Services – Your Trusted Handyman Service At Langston Services, we understand that home repairs and improvements can be daunting. Whether you're dealing with a leaky tap, need help assembling furniture, or have a larger renovation project in mind, we’re here to help. Our skilled and reliable team offers a wide range of services designed to make your life easier and your home more comfortable. With years of experience, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, efficient work with a personal touch. Our goal is to provide you with the best handyman services that are not only affordable but also performed with precision and care. Why Choose Us? Experienced Professionals: Our handymen are experts in a variety of home maintenance tasks. Affordable Rates: We believe in providing great value for your investment. Reliable Service: We arrive on time, and we always complete the job to your satisfaction. Wide Range of Services: From minor repairs to major home projects, we’ve got you covered. Let us handle your to-do list, so you can focus on what matters most. Ready to get started? Contact us today for a free quote!
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Great work! Dale and Otis, two hard-working individuals, were always punctual and dedicated to completing the job each day. They made sure to keep me in the loop and involved in decision-making, ensuring my satisfaction. Their craftsmanship was top-notch, and they were willing to take on any task. I have more projects coming up and will definitely reach out to them again soon.
Bradley Angel Joinery (BSc Hons). NVQ Level 2 Carpenter and Joinery NVQ Level 3 Advanced Carpentry and Joinery Time served joiner with over 14 years construction industry experience. Available for all second fix joinery and general handy man tasks, I take extreme pride in my work ensuring all jobs are completed to a high standard. Please do not hesitate to contact me for a quote or any questions that you may have.
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Angel joinery fitted a kitchen and some internal doors for me. Brad and all of his team were very professional and reliable. Brad kept me informed on what was happening, who was coming and when, and everyone turned up when they said they would. I’m really happy with the work and would definitely use them again.
With over 20 years combined in the building trade and serving the whole of the UK, we are a family run business that offers all types of general building maintenance. We are specialists in all types of conservatory roof replacements, repairs, leaks, cleaning and insulation keeping your conservatory warm in the winter and cool in the summer, saving huge amounts on energy/heating costs. We also offer loft insulation and boarding
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LR great company to work with, excellent service from start to finish, Lee and his sons did a excellent job at a competitive price, would have no problem recommending them to anyone.
We are a specialist Flatpack Furniture Assembly Serivce and Mounting Specialist. We are the prefered fitters for Cousins furniture for customers and showrooms and Amazon TV installations in the Midlands. Whether it be Ikea furniture or mirrors, TV's or curtains we can accomodate all your needs. We offer a professional TV mounting service including brackets, trunking and specialist fixings for your wall type. All work undertaken by us comes with a 5 year warranty on labour and on supplied parts. We cater to all clients including residential, commercial and trade white label installations. Discounts available on multiple items and repeat work. Dont make the mistake of going to second rate furniture fitters, we are the ones to go to for that showroom look. Our specialism is full house moves, including setup of all furniture, all accessories, mirrors and curtains and TV mountings throughout the whole house. We are looking for trade relationships, whether you wish to offer our services to bolster your own sales, or you have a number of landlords on your lettings books or you have showrooms that require fitting out.
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Friendly, knowledgeable and tidy. Would absolutely recommend and use again Thanks
With over 20 years of experience, our family-run business offers a full range of knowledge and expertise in all aspects of roofing. Our team can supply you with an experienced opinion and advice on any roofing and building queries you may have. Whether that be a strip and relay, flat roofing, fascia, soffit and guttering, chimney repair and rebuild, lead work, roof overhaul, roof repairs or any other building services, we can help. We cover Manchester, Cheshire and surrounding areas, available for emergency call out 24/7. Our success is built on our quality so give us a call for a free quotation.
Here at New Gen electrical LtD we aim to provide the best service possible, we are friendly and easy to work with, we always want the best outcome for our customers. We are a company that is NICEIC registered with a gold card standard QS no job is too big or too small
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Very professional and great service. Would definitely recommend
Domestic services: Wiring, lighting design, inspections & EICR certification for rental and property sale purposes, 3rd party building control sign off service subject to satisfactory installation survey Heating wiring, fire alarm systems, every aspect of the electrical installation. Commercial installation EV electric car charge points 21 years experience, fully insured registered with NAPIT governing body
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Phil was great. Good communication, quick turn around, no issue with entering the property and happy documentation and recommendation. Would try and work with him again once we've moved.
we are a proud professional family run business with over 100 years combined experience team members we take on all exterior property work all work comes with our standard company guarantee SAFE CHOICE ROOFING ITS YOUR CHOICE TO CHOOSE THE SAFE WAY
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Pat and his colleague were professional, courteous, and went above and beyond to fix the issues with the roof of my house. They also repointed and resealed the front door and windows to a high standard, all at a reasonable price. I’m truly grateful for their hard work and the fantastic job they did. Highly recommended!
With over 15 years of experience in the industry, our family-run business is dedicated to providing honest, fair, and friendly quotes for every project. We take pride in completing each job to the highest standard, with no hesitation or compromise on quality. Our customers' satisfaction is our top priority, and we’ve built strong relationships through platforms like Bark, Checkatrade, MyBuilder, and more. Whether it’s a small job or a large project, we approach every task with professionalism, reliability, and the personal touch that only a family business can provide.
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Lovely people and did a brilliant job! Quick and efficient. Would definitely recommend
RoofSmart Systems ltd Long standing member on rated people for 11 years We are friendly,reliable,punctual,trustworthy And fully registered business Fully insured for up to one million pounds We estimate all jobs fairly large or small, prices will always be competitive but we can’t promise will be the cheapest However we can promise a top class job from start to finish Best materials used on the market With our no deposit scheme the customer is in control throughout the process and will only pay on satisfactory completion
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I paid for new roof in 2017 with 25 years warranty. In November 2024 the roof felt apart. I made claim through my insurance company who appointed BVS surveyor to inspect the roof. Insurance claim was declined due to poor workmanship ( insufficient battens, not secureed dry verge, tiles and not enough felt). I asked Roofsmart honour their warranty but they refused saying that I paid cheap and now they charge 10k for new roof but who wants defective roof in the first place Now I need to take legal action.
Hello, My name is Michael, the owner of m p e building services est 2000, I am a fully qualified N.V.Q joiner and builder, time served craftsman who specialises in woodwork, wet trades, plastering, tiling, and brickwork/stonework including Indian stone and concrete paving, I have over 25 years experience in the construction industry, and I have all the skills and knowledge to complete your project, I am reliable friendly and honest. The photos are of my personal works which are displayed on this page, are just a tiny collection of the many successful projects I have completed for my many happy customers over the years, I have a full portfolio of photos of building projects that I have completed and lots of real excellent customer references and personal recommendations of my business, that I can provide and can show on appointments when quoting for new customers.
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FIRST CLASS WORKMANSHIP AND PUNCTUALITY. A JOB WELL DONE.I WILL BE REQUIRING HIS SERVICES IN SERVICES IN THE NEAR FUTURE
Fully Insured & Equipped Handymen The handymen carry public liability insurance and have all the right tools to tackle any home repair task without any hassle! 100% Guaranteed Work You can be sure that when you book a handyman London, he’d be fully committed to help you as best as he can. Coverage All our services are available across the whole of the UK.
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Kye replied to my ad very quickly & he is coming to do the job when I need it to be done in July .
Hi my name is Tom I’ve been plastering for 20 years. I provide a clean helpful service and i do my up most to meet customers requirements
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Tom came to skim my son's ceiling but because it had old artex and very uneven he decided to put a false ceiling in, board that and then skim it. Tom is a really friendly guy, kept showing me where he was up to in the job and was very tidy and did a great overall job at a good price. Wouldn't hesitate to use Tom again or recommend to friends and family.
No job too small
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After completing some lighting work I went in to have lighting installed on my wooden staircase .. worked ok to begin with but the sensor developed a fault and lighting continually flashed on and off this was Dec 24. Bradley has promised numerous times to rectify the fault I’ve taken time off work when he made arrangements to come but he has yet to turn up.. I would therefore not recommend as he has let me down. After posting the above he contacted me to arrange to come again and failed to turn up ..
We have over 12 years experience in internal plastering and external rendering. We cover all aspects of plastering including Venetian (polished plaster) and microcement.
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the worst job ever i have seen i hired anthony as a professional to do some finishing touches on venetian plaster but he didnt do it he took a deposit then he disappeared for three weeks telling stories that he was sick or he didn't have time when he finally came to do the job he did it even worse than before came with one can of filler and made my walls a ugly color arguing that they couldn't be done better didn't return the deposit! i don't recommend it to anyone, do not pay deposit this person
We don't say we are the best our customers do. If you need reliable roofing team to get your job sorted we are the people for the job over 20 years experience in roofing and light building don't delay call today and we will be happy help
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Quick response and services
Plugged Electrical is a trusted local electrician based in Stratford-upon-Avon, providing reliable and professional electrical services for homeowners and landlords. We specialise in outside sockets, consumer unit upgrades, full and partial rewires, and landlord Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs). Whether you’re looking to upgrade your home’s electrics or ensure your rental property is fully compliant, we deliver high-quality work with honest pricing and clear communication. Fully insured
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Very professional and friendly guys.
Page Developments undertake all aspects of building work, renovations and property maintenance across Cheshire.
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Jack contacted me promptly this morning but I had already arranged for someone to view the job. Thanks for prompt contact anyway.
I'm the owner of the company, with 25 years in the property refurbishment services with multiple qualifications to cover most trades. I just moved locally to the area, so I'm back with rated people to get quality clients.
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25 years carrying out an array of handyman/maintenance work, relaxed manner with care and attention to each job. Proactive communicator.
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Great communication throughout and job completed to a high standard
We provide a superior Handyman service -Painting and decorating -Laminate flooring -Doors installation -Changing door handles and locks -Patching and painting. -Exterior Upgrades. -Pluming -Bathroom installation
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Marco responded straight away to my advertised job, and was able to start immediately. Great communication throughout, arrived on time and had the emulsion job done within the day, as well as stripping wallpaper and patching up a little hole previously caused by a broken blind. Left flat clean and tidy, did an excellent job and really happy with the standard of work. Highly recommended.
over 40 years fitting quality flat roof systems .no one has more experience of flat roofing. Warm flat roofs (cool in summer warm in winter). Tapered flat roofs which allow correct drainage if rainwater. We can give you a permanent solution to any flat roof problems Wide range of FLAT roof systems .and finishes. All guaranteed.WE HAVE FULL LIABITY COVER INCLUDING USE OF ALL POWER TOOLS AND HEAT. quality assured contractor. We will fully survey the job (images taken of condition etc..) .give you a detailed outline of works./quote. we will then take images of every stage of works from start to finish so you can see your job is being carried out as specified / quoted. our guarantee covers workmanship and materials Covering a 40 mile range of Manchester
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10 years experience of all aspects of joinery.
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Joseph quoted quickly and competitively. He installed beautiful doors in a day and a half. Really high standard of workmanship and cleaned up after himself. Thoroughly recommend him and his work.
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