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Hi We are experienced builders, residential and commercial building and maintenance services Have been in business for around 15 years We offer quality services at reasonable prices

London Carpet & Flooring is a service brand with over 6 years experience trading in and around London. We are professionals and specialist satisfying the needs of both commercial and domestic clients.

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Reviewed by Akan on 26/2/2018

excellent service

Hi there! I am here to offer you my professional floor fitting services. From click vinyl to laminate & real wood flooring with a preparation and levelling if required of course the choice of your finish eg: skirting board, beeding i am here to help you! Other services i provide is tiling, painting & handyman service. Thank you for your time to visit my page and hopefully i can help you to make your home more stunning!

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Reviewed by Miss on 3/7/2024

Jozsef’s work ethic is impressive; arriving early and clearly takes pride in his work as he ploughs through to complete in one day. Amazing! I now have a beautiful looking living room floor. I would definitely recommend Jozsef and will be asking him to do more jobs for me and recommend him to family and friends. ????

General Builder 19yrs in the trade Highly skilled - standard to high end jobs

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Reviewed by tom on 20/3/2025

Good job and good knowledge of the issues at hand. Competitive on price. Good communication during and after job.

Here at Apex we take pride in all our work and focus on maintaining customer satisfaction. All jobs are thoroughly checked to ensure the highest standard of work has been carried out before it’s signed off.  

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Reviewed by jackie on 22/1/2025

Really helpful and quickly did the work which I'm delighted with would definitely recommend and I'll be using him again

carpentry LTD, fitted laminat flooring, solid wood flooring, inginering wood floring, carpet.

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Reviewed by ahmad on 8/1/2025

Quick, professional and efficient.

Our building services company RMR Building & Renovation Ltd has over 15 years’ experience in the industry. We have been helping customers in London/Essex and the surrounding 10-mile radius by providing professional, trustworthy building services. We know it can be hard to find a builder that you can rely on. RMR Building & Renovation Ltd has a wealth of experience and is known as one of the best builders in Essex. We pride ourselves on providing a professional, caring and high-quality service and always meet our customers’ needs. Each contractor that works for RMR Building & Renovation Ltd is fully qualified and insured and delivers on timekeeping, quality of work and value. We offer a full range of building services, from major rebuilds to smaller jobs such as masonry repairs, including: New Builds Alterations, Extensions & Conversions Brickwork Concrete Plastering & Screeding Tiling Painting & Decorating Kitchens & Bathrooms Roofing Services Re-pointing Septic Tanks Excavation Services Soakaways Foundations External Works Drainage If you are trying to find a builder near you, why not give us a call? Our friendly, professional team will be happy to talk through your needs and give you a free, no-obligation quote.

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Reviewed by Geethumol on 31/7/2024

Professional, quality work,worth money

We have been working at this trade for over 15 years. My company and works people hold a number of different NVQ qualifications such as electrical, engineering, railway engineer, civil engineering. We take customer service very seriously and we ensure to reply as soon as possible when someone contacts us. We also ensure we give a fair deal for a great service in return.

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Reviewed by Sean on 2/4/2025

We hired Cani Building Services to replace the front stairs and pathway of our Victorian home with granite pavers in the spring of 2025. When evaluating the builders it was important to us that we found somebody who was professional, reliable, and detail-oriented. Durim offered a competitive quote and promptly started work. ?He completed our job to a high level of quality within a week’s time, and we are very pleased with the outcome. We would absolutely recommend his services to others!

GETTING YOUR PROPERTY REPAIRED IS OUR NO.1 PRIORITY. We are Concept Claims Solutions Buckinghamshire. An end to end project management service to return residential and commercial premises back to their pre-loss condition following our tried and tested processes and systems. With over 20 years of experience; Our system allows the complete cradle to grave management of both a property insurance claim and private renovation job from first notification through to settlement. As Principle Contractors, we undertake all aspects of property repair, rectification and renovation. SAS Resolve Ltd trading as Concept Claims Solutions (North Bucks) is an Appointed Representative of Citrus Compliance. Citrus Compliance is a trading name of Andrew Smith which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Concept Claim Solutions (North Bucks) is a franchise owned and operated under license, with a registered name of SAS Resolve Ltd. Registered Address: Jubilee House, East Beach, Lytham St.Annes, Lancashire, United Kingdom, FY8 5FT. Registered in England. Please note that photos are for illustration purposes only.

hello, I am a responsible person, I have more than 10 years of experience in construction, painting and decorating, flooring, tiling, carpentry, plumbing, and more... I do my best to keep the client happy... contact me if you want a good quote for your work! I Regards:ION

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Reviewed by Brian on 16/6/2025

Ion was more than helpful in determining the extent of the job, the right kind of fittings and fixtures to buy and where to obtain them. He was efficient, friendly and attentive. Punctual and very hard working. Definitely a Trader for the future. Thanks for the route to Ion

We are a family run company which specializes in flat roofing, all chimney repairs Loose bricks, re-pointing work, roof repairs, lead work, leaking roofs, pitched roof's   Replacing Chimney Caps Repairing flat roofs etc  We have experience on private and commercial contracts, Learning avast experience in the roofing trade  there are very few problems we haven't come across before and would be happy to give you a free, no obligation quote for fixing any problems big or small.  We are fully insured for your peace of mind. We pride ourselves on our reputation. Most jobs we take before and after  photos so you can see exactly what we are doing We pride ourselves on customer satisfaction For a free no obligation quotation and advice please feel free to call. Kind regards,Andrey We can provide the following services: Flat roof repairs and replacement GRP fibreglass roofing  Firestone rubber roofing Guttering cleaned, repaired or replaced Ridges repointed  Fascia’s, soffits & guttering Exterior painting All roof repairs Pitched roofing Roof leaks  Repointing  New roofs  Moss removal  All Chimney repairs  Replacing broken tiles slates etc We are also skilled in services such as: Shed roofs re-felting guttering cleaning service. High pressure cleaning roofs walls, etc. All exterior maintenance Bricklaying Wall repairs  Cleaning facias and soffits Andrey ,free quotation

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Reviewed by Karen on 21/5/2025

Work was done efficiently and quickly, and to a high standard . We will definitely use this company again.

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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Reviewed by Viktors on 18/11/2024

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

AD handyman Services we will undertake/consider any handyman jobs painting flatpack assembly,,shed assembly/removal, roof recovering, reseal of showers/baths/kitchens blinds/curtainso . Any decking and fencing requirements.... and many more internal and external jobs. All works carried out as efficiently and cost effective as possible without a reduction on quality.

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Reviewed by Cheryl on 23/4/2025

Alex and his team were fantastic. The work was carried out to a high standard and was exactly what I wanted. Communication was great and everything was tidied up afterwards. I would highly recommend Alex and his team.

www.kbaconstruction.online MAKE YOUR HOUSE INTO A HOME TODAY WITH KBA CONSTRUCTION'S We are a building company with many years combined experience. working as Builder in London (UK), we help to make your house a home or property investment you can rely on.

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Reviewed by Connor on 13/9/2024

Did a fantastic job and at good price

About Our Company: With over 10 years of experience, Hoxha Unity Electrics is built on a foundation of integrity, honesty, and exceptional service. We deliver reliable electrical solutions for homes and businesses, including smart home systems and energy-efficient designs. Our commitment to quality and transparency ensures that every project is completed to the highest standards, fostering long-term trust with our clients. At Hoxha Unity Electrics, we don’t just power your spaces we build lasting connections.

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Reviewed by Adam on 29/4/2025

really good guys. the team called as they were on the way. quickly understood the issue i was having and knew what i wanted to achieve plus, making recomendations. respected house rules and cleaned up after the task was complete. really happy with the outcome and i will be using the team again.

We want to make sure our services provided reaches costumer expectations We supply following types of services : - floor insulation - floor prep ( scabbling & grinding ) - gas membrane - all sorts of Dpm - underfloor heating - screeding ( all types dry & liquid ) - external tiling - concrete layers for paving - concrete slabs for sheds & patios Don’t hesitate to contact us

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Reviewed by Laura on 6/3/2023

The job was impeccable and on time, everything made and delivered as discussed. I was impressed with the professionalism, politeness and punctuality of these chaps. They worked full on and didn't stop until the job was done, and it was done to the highest standard. I couldn't have had a better outcome and it was worth every penny. Fair priced too!

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Reviewed by Angie on 6/7/2011

We called out Ambient Solutions and received a quotation for the job within the 24 hours promised – no charge for the call out or the quotation. The work was started and completed on time. I would highly recommend Ambient Solutions for any plumbing job. Thanks Ambient! Angie at Zest ST Ltd

Whatever the reason, whatever the task, we can help .Dedicated to give the most proffesional service at affordable price

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Reviewed by Alec on 9/11/2015

Kes installed my new kitchen, boxed pipes and changed the front door lock! He was very polite hard working and gave a very competitive price and has extreme attention to detail!. A very trustworthy individual and reliable. It took a total of 3 days for Kes to install the kitchen to an amazing standard. One day he worked flat out from 9am to 9:30pm to get the job done! (I had previously been told by a kitchen fitter that it would take 2 men 4 days). I will 100% be using Kes again Thank you

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Reviewed by Sam on 1/2/2014

Very happy with the completed works. Fantastic quality work and great price. Very friendly & helpful.

We are small company of honest hard working specialist in Bathroom/Showers, Kitchens which includes:Tiling, Underfloor heating, Flooring, Kitchen fitting, painting. We also can offer polished concrete (microcement) walls and floors

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Reviewed by Alice on 22/6/2018

Excellent service -thank you!

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Reviewed by maxine on 26/5/2014

Graham cleaned a rather large decking area and treated it for us. Did an amazing job! Would definitely contact him with more work

ROOF TOP CONVERSIONS THE COMPLETE BUILDING COMPANY. WELLCOME TO RTC WE HAVE BEEN CARRYING OUT BUILDING WORKS FOR OVER 25 YEARS. HEAR ARE SOME OF ARE WORKS . LOFT CONVERSIONS+ HOME EXSTENSIONS+ GARAGE CONVERSIONS +

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Reviewed by Clive on 23/10/2023

Roger and his crew achieved a complete fire door and frame (with fitments) replacement in a single day. They left my flat clean and tidy and were away by 3.15pm. Great work

I am Grigore Marian Morar, I am serious when it comes to a task or a job and at the same time to be on time.I mostly like to paint and i am really cautious of every little detail and the same with joinery, tiling and everything links to house maintanance. If you need help from a serious, skillful and perfectionist, call me!

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Reviewed by Gloria on 16/12/2018

Grigore was very good with the task at hand. He was punctual and reliable.i have discuss other jobs with him.

At CLG Projects we offer a range of services and specialise in Construction, Hard/Soft Landscaping and Groundwork. We take pride in combining our experience and passion for our work with our client communication to help achieve their vision and make the duration of their project as affordable and stress free as possible. We keep customer satisfaction as one of our top priorities as we believe that good working relationships are key to a successful project. Based in Essex, serving Essex and the Surrounding areas. Services we provide Construction Landscaping Groundwork Refurbishment Garden Rooms/summerhouses Conversions Driveways Fencing Pergolas  Drainage Why work with us - Professional workmanship - Friendly service  - 10+ years experience  - Complete building and landscaping package - Fully insured  - Free, no obligation quotations  

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Reviewed by Alex on 5/6/2020

Not the cheapest but also not the most expensive. Very friendly. Sent a detailed quote ahead of time. Turned up when he said he would and everything was very well organised and efficient. Very happy with the quality of the work and the job as a whole. Highly recommended.

We are a team of skilled professionals with over 20 years of experience, having successfully completed projects across Europe. Our services include: * Tile and ceramic tile installation * Façade insulation with polystyrene and topcoat finishes * Interior and exterior painting * Parquet flooring installation * Bathroom installations * Sink and toilet installations * Interior and exterior painting We are dedicated to delivering high-quality workmanship, turning our clients’ visions into reality with precision and professionalism.

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Reviewed by Susanah on 6/10/2024

Andrei worked above and beyond my expectations, constructed my bed quickly and efficiently and left no mess. He is very polite and friendly and easy to get along with. Will definitely call him back to build my bookshelves.

Hi we’re a family run business with over 25 years combined experience, we supply and fit carpet and vinyl at very competitive prices, professional polite and hardworking we won’t disappoint!

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Reviewed by Okon on 13/8/2024

Absolutely brilliant. Nice fellow, communicated very well. Arrived on time. Did a brilliant job. Would hire him again.

We are a small friendly company specializing in internal and external renovations of residential properties. Please see the photos for examples of our work.

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Reviewed by Sarah on 9/10/2013

Work completed in a flat I own. Tennants happy and good communication from Fadil. I would use again

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Reviewed by Gary on 13/10/2018

very pleased with out come.

Shemek

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Reviewed by chrissy on 3/3/2014

Very happy with the service

Hello it’s Herta Construction Ltd, we area builders in the London area. We specialise in extension, loft conversion, bathroom renovation, kitchen renovation, all types of roofs, carpentry and much more. Me and our team will put together high spec finishes at fairly low cost. My cost will be broken down and clear for the client to see. More than happy to do quotes for large or small jobs. We have a number of references in the area and I am more than happy to share them with you. I believe our work speaks for itself so please get in touch. Thanks.

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Reviewed by Nicolaus on 14/3/2025

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Reviewed by Alan on 30/4/2012

excellent work- reliable and would recommend

I have 50+ years in the trades industry. I do everything in trade apart from electrical work. i have done apprenticeships courses in my younger years.

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Reviewed by David on 14/7/2019

Ron is a straight talker and when my job could not be done he gave me alternatives which we went with will be using again v soon

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Reviewed by Paula on 23/2/2012

This guy is brilliant. Very friendly, arrived on time and produced quality work. Hardworking and had the job completed in one day. Very good value for money, its affordable and the quality is brilliant. I would definately recommend this guy. :)

About Us: With many years of experience in the construction industry, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality work, whether it’s a large or small project. From NHS centers and office buildings to home extensions, loft conversions, and everything in between, we handle it all. Our Services Include: • House Extensions • Loft Conversions • Kitchens and Bathrooms • Metal Zinc and Other Roof Installations • New Build -Plumbing, Painting, Tiling, Flooring, and more We never overlook the smaller jobs, ensuring that every project meets the same high standards of workmanship and quality. Our prices are competitive, and we provide numerous references from satisfied customers. Our Commitment We believe that customer satisfaction is the foundation of our success. By keeping our clients happy, we build lasting relationships and ensure continuous business growth. Free Quotations Available! Contact us today for a free quote and see how we can help bring your project to life. Thank you for considering us for your construction needs!

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Reviewed by Meet on 23/6/2020

We are really happy with garden service provided. They did an excellent job and also Illie suggested us few changes in our garden and we really liked it. We will definitely recommend them.

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Reviewed by paul on 30/11/2012

what an excellent service, i have forwarded he's details to ageuk who are in need of an electrician in the n.london area.

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Reviewed by Ionut on 11/2/2013

Fix It Fabrications have done a great job for us. Steve and Rob have assembled a great team of tradesmen. The job was done on time and on budget and to a good standard of quality. We decided to completely remodel and refurbish our 3-bedroom semi-detached house. Steve not only fabricated some of the steel beams in his own workshop, he also provided project management throughout, and advised us on the design for the loft room. Most importantly, Steve is a builder I can trust, I would use his company again.

Plaster-Rend is a highly skilled professional service both domestic and commercially that covers traditional plastering, external fascia rendering aswell as a bespoke venetian plastering service to add some wow factor in your space. WWW.PLASTER-REND.CO.UK

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Reviewed by Anna on 24/6/2013

Quick response, friendly, reliable and efficient service, and good value for money. Highly recommended!

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Reviewed by Corin on 19/10/2013

Kris was very hard working and completed the work swiftly and to a high standard. I am very pleased with the work and it was completed with minimal fuss. Recommended.

We have over 13 years experience. We are fully qualified, friendly, professional and highly skilled firm of electrical contractors, based in London. We provide a complete range of electrical services to meet your home or business needs.

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Reviewed by Suzanne on 8/3/2013

Did an excellent job for a very good rate

Committed to quality. Qualified tradesmen providing a friendly and reliable service. Specializing in brickwork, plastering and landscaping. For a free estimate or just some friendly advice please call Graeme.

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Reviewed by Nicky on 26/4/2014

Graeme came round and quoted for the job. £180.00 including materials, which he carried out on friday. He made a lovely job and left the place nice and tidy. I had a kitchen blind I was going to put, I asked Graeme if he wouldn't mind doing it, which he did at no extra cost. Extremely grateful and will definitely use again.

AREDO

Polished Concrete in Maldon

Joinery and catpentery services at higher standards on low prices

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Reviewed by Mark on 16/4/2016

Found Grabiel on rated people and was apprehensive at first as there were no reviews, but there was no need to worry . Turned up in time, did what was asked and cleaned up after himself when finished. Cut two oak work tops and routered the hole for a Belfast sink. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend .very reasonably priced.

My name is William, company director. Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile! wefitflooringlimited is a Surrey based company which also covers all surrounding areas, we supply and fit carpets, vinyl, lvt, laminate flooring to engineered wood in both residential and commercial property. I have over 20 years experience in the flooring industry and work alongside my two brothers and 4 further highly qualified fitters. We also provide a FREE estimate and measuring service, we come to you with samples! We believe all of our customers deserve the highest quality of service and we are committed in providing just that! We accept all major credit cards and now accept pay pal!!! We also carry out refurbishment work!! Our team consists of fully certified registered tradesmen ! Gold card electricians/ gas safe plumbers / experts in every aspect!!!

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Reviewed by Julian on 15/9/2023

Builder with excellent attention to detail. All building services catered for. Specialize in finishing trades, however can bring a project from initial plan to completion. Based in Barnet and serving London and surrounding counties. Fast efficient, timely and competitive. Customer comes first always. Will strive to meet the requirements and vision you are trying to achieve..

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Reviewed by Reg on 21/3/2022

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Reviewed by Jon on 15/3/2012

Kitchen install with a v good result and at a very reasonable price. Responded rapidly to subsequent issue with one of the units.

Good quality work for affordable prices RCB Building Services will always put the customer first and will try help with the price so it suits you.

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Reviewed by Paul on 31/7/2018

Really pleased with the entire service from first contact to leaving my home! Will most certainly use Ryane again; he was friendly, helpful, flexible, adaptable and fair!

We have been in the trade for over 40 years and have combined experience of over 250 years

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Reviewed by Shelley on 5/7/2023

Excellent work, on time, on budget. Great team ensuring that all aspects of the job were explained and advice given to ensure satisfactorily result. Would recommend Formasons, and expect to hire again. Thanks.

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Reviewed by Joshua on 17/6/2013

very good, they were on time, and they even waited for me to go to Ikea and get an extra part due to Ikea missing parts in the package. Would definitely recommend their services.

Corbetts

Polished Concrete in Maldon

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Reviewed by Jayn on 1/7/2014

Very good service. Punctual and reliable. Would use again.

We supply and professionally fit, restore and repair (incl DPM) all types of flooring...carpet/vinyl/linoleum/screed Latex/wood/Lvt/cap and cove vinyl/carpet tiles/ From small domestic work to larger projects, we will always provide the highest professional standards in order to meet and exceed expectations of our valued customers.

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Reviewed by Roberto on 7/5/2025

Was given a quote which was more than reasonable. Mostaffa was then very quick in coming round soon after. He was courteous and very professional and did an excellent job. Very happy with the result and would not hesitate to call again. Highly recommended. Many thanks.

My names Tom, I have been in the real estate sector for over 10 years and have done everything from general property maintenance, new bathrooms, painting/decorating, demolition contracts and most recently constructed 9 ultra high spec homes. High quality and impeccable workmanship are key values to me and ensuring the client is satisfied and more with the work they are receiving. I have decided to further expand and diversify my business reaches and so my rated people account is new, however my experience in the industry is far from that. I am very well connected with all trades and can provide a top tier service for all types of project management no matter how big or small the job may be. I am also extremely capable at doing many manual labour jobs, but often favour a shorter timeline for my clients project completion and therefore prefer to draft in experienced trades to get the job completed. Above all I am very friendly, well spoken and always keen to deliver what is asked of me.

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Reviewed by Ian on 22/4/2025

The person did a superb job . Highly recommended.

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