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We are a friendly family business who look to satisfy the customer 100% whatever the job, we are polite, tidy and respectful of every customer and customers property as we understand how hard people work to achieve a nice home. We are able to complete a huge variety of work including; full bathroom renovation, tiling, general plumbing, all aspects of joinery, decking, fencing, window and door fitting and many more

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Reviewed by Louise on 7/3/2019

Zoe and Gary were excellent for my bathroom overhaul. Very helpful in the lead up when designing and choosing fittings. Completed work to a high standard, were very friendly and kept me well informed of progress throughout the work. Would highly recommend!

We take on all aspects of electrical works aswell as plastering and joinery

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Reviewed by Stanley on 20/2/2019

Top blokes will definitely use again

I am a time served carpenter/joiner, been involved in every type of building project, i believe if a job is worth doing it is worth doing right, have had 40 years experience, have advanced city & guilds in joinery, & H/Tec certificate in building studies.

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Reviewed by Andy on 14/6/2019

Thanks Raymond for a great job fixing the shed roof. Would recommend to anyone looking for a good price and a good tradesman. Came straight out when the roof blew off and got it looking a lot better and better quality than before. Thanks again

GB builders are a team of builders working throughout the North East of England who specialise in all aspects of Masonry work from Brickwork to Stonework, New builds to Extensions, all works undertaken. We have been involved in many large projects within the companies 17 years of trading and have a vast range of repeat customers and contracts.

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Reviewed by George on 21/2/2013

We had the brickwork of our house re pointed. GB Builders carried out a first class job. The team were friendly, obliging and professional throughout. If I need builders in the future I will definately use this company again

We are Triton Improvements, a team of expert tradesmen ready to provide a wide range of home improvement work.

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Reviewed by Paige on 25/7/2022

Nathan finished the job and was brilliant done an amazing job will deffinately have him back and recommend him to anyone

Welcome to cb builders and roofing we are specialist building and roofing contractors providing the best advice and a very high standard to detail of work all over the north west we have a wide range to offer from a leaking roof to a full renovation there is nothing that we can’t provide advice for or point you in the right direction to our expert clients we are people who care about your home and provide a professional service do not hesitate to call for a free no hassle quote or expert advice available 24 hour call out service over the northwest of England call Cameron cb builders and roofing the complete building and roofing package

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Reviewed by adam on 9/11/2021

Cleared the gutters as requested but failed to remedy the leaks from gutters and failed to return to review again.

I am a highly skilled joiner with qualifications in the be spoke end of joinery work. I design , manufacture and install all types of furniture. I am a member of ikbbi and a registered b&Q fitter, as well as undertaking full house builds and extensions.

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Reviewed by Dale on 25/2/2014

Ian fitted our kitchen and I would happily have him back to do other jobs that we have planned around the house. Ian has done an accurate and quality job for a very reasonable price compared to other quotes we received. He also has helped us save money and got in touch with suppliers who could provide us quality products at a cheaper price to what we paid. Overall I'm delighted with my kitchen and if I get a chance I will be using Ian again.

WE ARE TRADESMAN WHO ALWAYS GIVE A FAIR PRICE AND DO AN EXCELLENT JOB TO LEAVE YOU HAPPY.

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Reviewed by carole on 19/5/2019

mick had a lot to change with this kitchen in fact I don't know how he managed but he did and did a brilliant job the price was fair and mick was reliable and courteous am got him in mind for some other jobs

Welcome to MSB Building Services.Were a team of tradesmen with over 25 years experience.We provide a range of interior and exterior building services across the area.We pride ourselves on quality and workmanship whilst maintaining recession busting prices

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Reviewed by Lorna on 7/2/2013

Martin and John were very professional , carried out a fantastic job on a tricky kitchen to install which looks amazing now . thanks guys They were always on time and we would not hesitate to call them back to do any more jobs . The quote was very reasonable and they provided any extras needed to complete the job. Very happy with the finished product .

We are a family run business mainly operating in Northallerton. We have experience in multi dwelling sites, new builds ,extensions and renovations.

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Reviewed by martin on 26/3/2013

Bell construction is professional and did a great job, there were a few issues with people who worked for them eg joiner & plasterer , but Bell construction rectified the problem quickly.

I am a fully qualified self employed joiner with 15 years experience. I am hardworking, reliable and I am willing to take on all aspects of joinery and maintenance.

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Reviewed by sue on 10/4/2014

Very friendly, professional and prompt service

With over 18 years experience building and joinery services you can be assured you have chosen the right tradesman to carry out the jobs you require in your home. Whether your looking to renovate, or to complete your dream home with a loft conversion

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Reviewed by Cavell on 19/4/2014

Would certainly recommend s&aw joinery.

Absolute Building Solutions, Skilled tradesmen who can complete any task in the building industry weather it be large or small we do it all!

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Reviewed by robert on 2/10/2014

Marius Horoba would be highly recommended by us, we will use him again. He is thorough, consciencious in the work he does and looks amazing. Marius is very hard working and will work non stop to get job finished.

A professional, affordable and reliable service guaranteed, customer satisfaction is the key to any work undertaken. I like to think that customers can relaxed and confident by the end of a job, by offering a quality, open and honest customer service

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Reviewed by ERIC on 24/4/2013

Quick, qualitiy, value for money service. Would certainly use again. Highly recommended.

If your looking for a professional and friendly service then look no further. With a combined 18 years in the trade D.K.JoineryServices are here to help. All work guaranteed, Fully insured, Price match guarantee + an additional 10% off.

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Reviewed by Elaine on 7/2/2017

Danny was very friendly and helpful and polite. I'd recommend these guys with no hesitation.

We are a Father & Son partnership between us we have over 50 years experience. We specialise in creating bespoke kitchens and bespoke staircases. We also manufacture fitted furniture, windows and doors, and undertake all aspects of general joinery.

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Reviewed by Amanda on 19/5/2014

I would definitely recommend KHB & Son Joinery and I will use them again. 10 out of 10 for quality and very friendly.

Hi,my name is Thomas, I'm a experienced reliable multiskilled tradesman. I offer a quality work for an affordable price for all of your needs. I will guarantee you a top quality finish.

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Reviewed by edwin on 26/11/2021

All works done to my greatest satisfaction with fair price, Thom & Peter done their job very well, They're professional polite and friendly ???? ???? lucky I've choose them. I prefer to get them back again someday. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ....

A quality driveway is the approach to your home. For over 35 years, Design Exteriors has been installing quality tarmac, block-paved & resin-bound driveways & patios.

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Reviewed by Tony on 29/8/2019

Very pleased with the work - on time and cost - will certainly use again - well recommended

ACCOMPLISHED PLASTERING AND BUILDING SERVICES. SPECIALISING IN BUILDINGS. LOFT CONVERSION. PATTEN CONCRETE. PLASTER RESTORATIONS. CELLAR TANKING.FOR BEAUTIFUL ROOMS. SOVEREIGN APPROVED DAMP PROOFING. EMERGENCE.ROOF.REPAIR. FULL PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE

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Reviewed by Mark on 26/11/2023

Clear communication detailed quote and did exactly what was asked,friendly and helpful towards my tenants,would use again and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.

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Reviewed by Naveed on 8/6/2016

He done job nice and clean.Good timekeeping.

Roofing and Cladding LTd company. industrial , commercial and agricultural . ASBESTOS REMOVALS AND OVERSKIN SPECIALISTS. flat roofing and Tin sheeting. single ply and pvc roofing. cladding ,rainwater pipes and gutters. gutter clearance and blocked downpipes. GRP AND FELT ROOFING TOP SEAL APPROVED INSTALLERS Window and door sealing works. Machine operators and drivers. insulation works , internal and external. steelwork and metsec framing. maintenance and remedials Building works. House clearances and Removals. SOFFITS AND CANOPIES

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Reviewed by David on 22/3/2025

Friendly, efficient, agreed to take item's not shown in my pictures & laughed @ my jokes, which isn't always easy. Firm highly recommended

We are proud to offer a comprehensive range of roofing & building services, catering to everything from small repairs to complete new roof installations. Our expertise spans across both commercial and industrial roofing and building ensuring that your property is protected with the highest standards of quality and durability. With years of experience in the industry, we specialise in providing comprehensive roofing & building services, including installations, repairs, maintenance and new extensions more. We are a fully insured and certified company with 100s of reviews across all our social media platforms. We are a fully accredited company with loads of certifications at hand, we are also a fully certified and trained Edpm rubber roofing installer offering certified product warranty’s and guarantees from the supplier. Our company boasts with excellent reviews from all our previous customers. If you would like to take advantage of our free Roof health check service or our Free quoting service please call the Dhm roofing and building specialist team. A local registered and certified roofing and building company delivering hight quality roofing and building services at competitive prices. ??

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Reviewed by Trudi on 3/10/2018

Charlie and his team are lovely lads who did a great job, highly recommended

C&S Home Solutions are specialists in home improvements and creating safe and easily accessible loft storage and hobby rooms, loft offices and loft cinema rooms in your home. We were established in 2006 with over 40 years experience in the trade between our team. Offering the service that we would expect to receive ourselves, starting with a free no obligation quote. Our qualified team of time served loft fitters, joiners & electricians will ensure to explain the process of the work carried out as quickly and efficiently as possible, tidying any mess before we leave. We have over 600 reviews on mybuilder with an average 4.9 out of 5 stars.

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Reviewed by dylis on 6/8/2014

Chris contacted my very quickly. he come to quote the work that evening. id had 2 other quotes but although he charged a little more than one of them he seemed the most professional and gave a 6month guarantee on his work. i was very happy with the work and he tidied up after. i would definitely use him again.

Bringing order to disorder. Hard landscaping, building, garden maintenance and more.

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Reviewed by connor on 27/6/2024

Amazing job, mint guy! couldnt recommend highly enough

I am 39 years old and I have worked in the building & decorating trade for the past 20 years, including building houses. Quality and a satisfied client is what defines me. We will never let you down no matter what.

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Reviewed by Jeffrey on 28/4/2025

Dean Associates Properties Ltd, we have been trading for many years and are considered to be a well established firm with highly skilled engineers that cover a vast amount of building tasks from painting, roofing, joinery, refurbishment, carpet supply/install, appliances repairs/suppliers, garden works, plumbing, gas/central heating(CP12 gas safety checks), DPC damp works/ventalation surveys, drainage, electrics(E.I.C.R), UPVC windows/doors/gutters/fascia, emergency boarding, locksmiths, the list of tasks we cover are endless, we cover both investment properties for letting groups and landlords, domestic homeowners and commercial properties

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Reviewed by Andrew on 20/5/2012

Excellent service. Reliable (came when he said he would) and hard working. Gave competitive quotes and helpfully pointed out other problems that we had not realised. We will definitely be asking them for further quotes in the future.

we are a small local property maintenance and building company. with years of experience within construction. we always put the customer first and always do a quality job. we are happy to help with any project big or small and are able to offer all aspects of property maintenance.

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Reviewed by Michael on 24/5/2020

Contacted me and arranged a quote within 24 hours. Job was done to a high standard 2 days later. The cost was very reasonable and acceptable. Joe knew exactly what was wanted and the job was carried out to a high standard that exceeded my expectations. Kept in touch with me throughout so I knew when exactly when the job was to be done and it was done as arranged. Would definitely use again and recommend for a no hassle job. Easy to do business with. You won’t be disappointed.

What Do We Do? Our construction company provides high quality, time-efficient and cost-effective approaches to every project. These include new construction and repairs/restorations including bricklaying. We also plan, manage, and build multi-phase jobs. We offer a range of premium building services, from extensions to renovations including tiling and brickwork. You may even fancy adding a concrete base in your garden as a foundation for new decking or even for a shed or log cabin. Why Choose Us? Three of many reasons why you should choose us: 1. Qualified 2. Client-driven building experience 3. Sustainability matters Check out our October blog to see why we started. See our Google reviews to see why our clients love us.

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Reviewed by Jane on 15/12/2021

An excellent service was provided

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Reviewed by neil on 7/5/2012

Did a good solid job with a creative eye for how to utilise the restricted space to its maximum potential. Price was very reasonable, cheaper than other quotes. Required to resolve a few minor pick ups at the end, but was more than happy to do this within his schedule. Very happy with the finished product.

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Reviewed by mick on 10/5/2007

excellent job done even after problem with building inspector they sorted it all out highly recommended

I am a nvq 3 qualified joiner carpenter with over 10 years experience of working on various contracts all over the UK. Just recently setting up my own business and want to build up a good name around the north east . Good quality work undertaken

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Reviewed by Barbara on 31/8/2014

Excellent. Job done to a high standard, would recommend.

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Reviewed by Sophie on 29/6/2012

Lovely guy, came early and just got on with the job. Definitely would recommend.

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Reviewed by Ross on 30/7/2009

Fantastic job, JOhn was quick to get in touch and the roof was fixed almost immediately. I would highly recommend to friends and family. Ross

I am a hard working individual when given a job I put my full attention into completing the job in a timely and cost effective manner to try save the customer money and all work is carried out to high standard and safety

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Reviewed by Natasha on 18/8/2019

Fantastic work done at a good price. Would definitely hire again

Hi and thanks for visiting we at Bison Building Services believe in quality not quantity. We also like to think we put 100% into every job we do.

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Reviewed by Vivian on 17/8/2018

Absolutely delighted with both Chris and the decking he has built. He arrived when he said he would, kept us up to date with progress and was a pleasure to work with. He's a tidy worker despite having to work in a small and hilly back garden. Would highly recommend.

Total Construction NE Ltd is a growing building company in the North East of England... Proudly priding its self on customer satisfaction and productivity. We carry out all Building and Home Improvements to our private and commercial clients. Our aim is that all our clients, old and new have complete customer satisfaction and get value for their money. We find clients tend to always call us back to do other work/projects on their homes. We pride ourselves on building great relationships with our past and present clients, which we think is as equally as important as the project. Let Total Construction NE Ltd guide you through: Building your dream home, Building an extension, Home Improvements or kitchens, refurbishment and a lot more.... Total Construction NE Ltd has grown great relationships with all our suppliers across the North East. We are one of a few companies to have this kind of privilege. Because of this we can offer alot more variery to what our clients want or need. We believe this is what makes US! stand out from the rest! This also gives clients piece of mind that they are in good hands and help make the project run as smoothly as possible. We are chas approved and construction line. We have our own health and safety representative also. Also for added piece of mind. All our plumbers/heating engineers, electricians have all gas safe certificates etc. Please feel free to give us a call and we will be happy to help in any way we can... Hope to here from you soon. Regards Brian slack Director Total Construction Ne Ltd

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Reviewed by Gary on 14/4/2019

Good set of hard working lads first class Thank you . Ps.. would recommend to anyone

We are a home improvement company that have been in the trade for over 30 year. We also install kitchens, bathrooms, windows, doors, composite doors, conservatories and sun-rooms and much more. We have taken on major contract works in the past by helping renovate the Hilton hotel in Nottingham and Brighton. But we would also go out and fit a curtain pole for an elderly lady or gent. Our motto is Quality Reliability Service

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Reviewed by Claire on 11/12/2012

On time, polite, tidy and a great job.

French polishing using traditional and modern methods Staining and colour matching of wooden surfaces Refinishing of bar, cafe and restaurant tables and chairs Weather-resistant coatings to external and internal doors, windows and shop fronts Water damage repair and refinishing Architectural finishing to doors, staircases, panelling and cabinetry Antique and modern furniture restoration and renovation Office and boardroom furniture finishing Touching in of fine or deep scratches Removal of ‘cup rings’, cigarette burns and discolouration by sun

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Reviewed by Freya on 24/6/2020

Good communication, worked whenever he could (limited by weather on a couple of days because it was an outside job), finished product looks great.

I am a builder, that can offer over 15 years experience in the construction industry, great customer service and a high quality finish come as standard.

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Reviewed by Fil on 16/7/2022

Very pleased with the work. An excellent, neat job. Rob and his dad are really professional and friendly. Filled me with confidence from the outset. What's more they are possibly the tidiest builders I have ever used! Highly recommended.

We are specialists building contractors in the creation of brand new houses, extensions, commercial and domestic projects from the initial quote to the completion of your project. We have expertise in new build, general building, refurbishment, maintenance, extensions, delivered for the local authority, commercial and domestic clients.

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Reviewed by om on 23/4/2020

Highly professional, perfect, reliable, punctual and an excellent builder . I could not ask for more. Om Gupta

G Force Roofing? we specialise in all types of roofs new roofs roof repairs flat roofs UPVC facias soffits and gutters all all work is fully guaranteed?

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Reviewed by Colette on 19/12/2024

I had this roof replaced in February and it has failed already. The company I used was via Rated people. Not sure why I used this app again, given my experience, but I did. Gus has replaced this and my other flat roof. He carried out the job promptly and cleared up completely. So far, I think he has done a great job. The leaks have stopped. Assuming the roof doesn't fail again, I would recommend Gus without hesitation. I will return to update my review in a year's time when I hope there will be no problems

I am a qualified joiner having been in the construction trade over 20 years I ensure best possible customer service. I am quick, reliable and reasonable. I also have many reliable contacts in other trades for other building needs.

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Reviewed by Jill on 14/4/2014

Quick response, job done, good work, good quote

Hi, I have 35 years of experience as a joiner & in the building game, and have run my own company for 25 years doing many jobs around the North-East.

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Reviewed by theresa on 14/2/2022

Highly satisfied with Steve's work. Very professional and punctual and also extremely pleasant. I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants a high class job - 12/10 for going the extra mile.

Martin Building Ltd Established in 2003 With a large portfolio of previous projects available for you to see yourself, available to view on our website. Regards Carl Martin

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Reviewed by Darren on 27/11/2019

Carl and his team did a fantastic job when working on my garage extension and conversion project. It was the first time that I’ve ever done this type of thing but Carl’s communication was spot on from start to finish. He was courteous and communicative throughout and talked me through each day where the project was at and what was next. If I had to appoint a builder again for whatever reason I wouldn’t hesitate in appointing Martin Building Ltd to complete the job. Thanks again Carl!

hi im a qualified bricklayer time served stonemason mainly new builds but done plenty of general building services as well.im looking to hit the public sector of my trades with honest opinions and ideas great workmanship all in all to plz you the client.

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Reviewed by Chris on 14/1/2013

Didn't give the Job to Gareth, however this was not a reflection on anything about Gareth. He was prompt polite and knowledgeable, it just came down to me needing the bottom price even though Gareth's quote was very competitive. I had to go with the cheapest for me.

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Reviewed by Julie on 14/12/2015

Was very disappointed with the cost and standard of workman ship for this tradesperson.

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Reviewed by Andy on 15/8/2013

Absolutely brilliant! I would highly recommend this company to anyone. andy knowles

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we are a family owend building company with over 25 years experince in this trade we promise to beat any like for like quote by at least 5%

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Reviewed by Carol on 23/4/2013

Very good communications before, during and after the job. Turned up on time, on day specified, and completed the work as I requested. I would definately use NBC again.

local reliable building services been trading for 9 years all building work undertaken

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Reviewed by Beth on 24/9/2014

Alex was quick to arrange a visit and came back with a reasonable quote shortly after. The work was done on time and with little mess. It was to a high standard and was very good value. We will definitely be using this company again.

Small yet capable company able to provide that personnel touch when it comes to designing and choosing whats best for you and your budget. 10+ years experience, clean tidy professional who treats every home as if it where our own.

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Reviewed by harry on 3/12/2015

Jamie installed a new boiler and all associated pipe work for my mum in law. he and his co worker did a first class job for us. Jamie is a very knowledgeable young man, a clean and courteous professional who delivered exactly what we wanted on time. We have no reservations in recommending him. Thanks Jamie for a job well done.

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