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Friendly, reliable service. High top LDV van big enough for all jobs House removals House or garden clearances. Small vehicle recovery Single items All general diy and home improvement leads undertaken. Reasonably priced and will match or beat any price quoted within reason. Always on time, and I will never let you down. Public liability insured

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Reviewed by Debbie on 22/12/2020

Very polite

I am a multipurpose builder/handyman that can complete most jobs around the house 22G Construction is a well established Multi-trade company that has built up an enviable reputation over 10 years. I am diligent, pay attention to detail and complete work to a high standard. I provide solutions based ideas and am very approachable. I have an excellent knowledge on Electrics and Plumbing. I also install CCTV systems. I repair/ install new fixtures and fittings that includes Flat Pack Furniture assembly, Blind installation, TV installation to mention a few. Plus much more Instagram@22gconstruction Facebook@

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Reviewed by Lee on 26/10/2020

Great team and work. All work was completed with each phase being completed as described. Clean, tidy and professional keeping disturbance to the neighbours down to the minimum. Will be using these guys again for my next project.

RJR Home Improvements are here to help! We are a family run business who pride ourselves on high quality workmanship and customer care. We offer a friendly reliable and trustworthy service. Our high standards and customer satisfaction is of the utmost importance to us. Our skills cover the whole building sector, everything from odd jobs as small as garden & gutter clearances to full refurbishments & replacements from top to bottom of your home. We have a combined experience of 45 years in the trade which means when you choose RJR you can rest assured that your project is in the best of hands.

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Reviewed by ann on 23/10/2025

Ryan was punctual at all times. His communication skills are excellent. Ryan and the team worked efficiently and effectively. The finish on the job was good. I believe that he diagnosed correctly the problem with the roof. I can’t confirm yet whether the leak has been resolved. I’ll have to wait until it rains!

Founded in 2004 PMH Construction is now located in Milton Keynes with premises in St Albans, we cover all surrounding areas. We are members of the federation of master builders, specialising in providing a number of building services to both existing properties and new builds. As established builders in Milton Keynes, we pride ourselves on our experience and quality of our workmanship.

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Reviewed by NIGEL on 9/3/2017

Pat and his team have done an excellent job. We are very pleased with the result. There has always been clear communication and timely project management of the build. The team have always been helpful and responsive, with real care of the quality of the work done and attention to detail. Pat has always strived to minimise the impact to us and neighbours whilst the work has been done. We can highly recommend PMH based on our experience.

Hi, my name is Lukasz and I've got 15 year experiences in building. We are specialited on general building and roofing.

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Reviewed by Sandra on 30/4/2017

Renovation of two bathrooms. Fab job. Both look amazing. Fix mainly as I supplied fittings. Very polite, very knowledgeable, and very helpful. Fully recommend Lukasz and his company.

With 25 years experience and backed by professional horticultural qualifications, The Fourth Room pride ourselves on providing the very best service to our clients, looking after more than seventy acres for clients across Berks, Surrey, Herts and Bucks.

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Reviewed by Alison on 27/5/2013

I used the Fourth Room in March 2013 to do a variety of jobs in my elderly Father's garden. I found Stephen to be very reliable, always answering calls/emails and keeping appointements, professional, polite and friendly. He and his team worked tirelessly in sub zero temperatures to complete the work required to a very pleasing standard. I felt that the cost of the work was competative and good value for money. I will certainly use the Fourth Room again.

Welcome to MVP Building . MVP Building is an Hayes based family run business established since 2003. We undertake all aspects of building work. Specialist in property renovation,extension,loft conversion,bathroom,kitchen,plastering,carpentry,painting,roofing and much more.

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Reviewed by oliver on 2/8/2020

Marius and his team are fantastic. They are highly proficient across all the building disciplines so don't need to sub contract out any of the work, This means that the project runs incredibly smoothly and at a very competitive budget. I have nothing but praise for their work ethic, communication and organisation. I would recommend them to anyone. No matter how big the job, from bathroom fitting to multi storey extension, you are guaranteed a great result.

'B Putney and sons Property services is a family run business offering high quality and friendly service to clients on their projects whether large or small. Honest, reliable, clean, and trustworthy, B Putney and sons Property Services takes pride in all of our works, giving a high level of attention to detail on every job we do B Putney and sons Property Services aims to make all projects as efficient and cost effective to our clients as possible, and we consult with clients every step of the way to ensure there are no hidden extras We pride ourselves on the fact that we get a great deal of repeat business from satisfied customers who also pass their recommendations on to others. We are happy to supply references on the quality of our work

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Reviewed by Alison on 24/10/2025

We are an established Groundworks, landscaping and building company offering all aspects of work. Professional, Friendly and Reliable Services. All our work is carried out to high standards by experienced Landscapers/Builders, all projects considered, from laying a patio/driveway, land clearance for a building plot with new retaining walls, building an underground 'mancave', or digging a lake on a golf course, we have the knowledge and machines to make it happen.

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Reviewed by Sally on 19/2/2020

Job cost more than my budget but he made suggestions to keep cost down. He also fed into decision on what I wanted done to help me avoid bad decisions that would have resulted in a flooding issue in my back garden whenever it rained. Mark was very knowledgeable.

About us We specialise in interior refurbishment. We have been offering our services for over 11 years and take pride in our high quality work. We offer our services to both commercial and domestic customers throughout the UK. Our services range from partitioning services, suspended ceilings, plasterboard ceilings, joinery, plastering, insulation services, tape & jointing and interior refurbishment.

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Reviewed by Lydia on 7/8/2018

Petru and his crew were great, he kept me informed of what he was doing and when. The place looks great. He was well in budget and went the extra mile for me. He was consistently friendly and polite. He kept an eye on the project the whole time and was always prompt to reply to any queries I had.

A small scale Landscaping and Paving company that will tackle the largest of jobs. Over 10 years experience in the Landscaping and Paving industry. Knowledge of Horticultural maintenance. Project Trinity aim to provide all of our customers a hassle free, cost effective outdoor rejuvenation. Wether that is Slabbing and artificial Turf in the back garden, Block Paving a Driveway out the front of the house, installing a Raised Decking area or just a simple Garden tidy up and cut back. We try to cater to all of our clients needs so just give us a call.

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Reviewed by Lesley on 7/9/2024

Very pleased with their work, kept me informed and supplied numerous photographs. A neglected garden is now back to being an actual garden!

Offering a wealth of property maintenance knowledge ranging from roofing to silicone installation. Fully trained in bricklaying/painting & decorating/project management among other things. All certification and insurance documents available if requested. I’m a fully established builder with a methodical attention to detail. I have a good imagination when it comes to designing landscapes or renovating inside of a property. I am literate in reading and running builds from architects drawings and can lay any type of drainage from engineers instructions.

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Reviewed by David on 28/4/2025

A trustworthy and reliable gentleman, and a highly experienced builder who has also helped me with house repairs

MB offers all trades services for property and buildings. We undertake residential,commercial and industrial installations,improvements and maintenance. We offer honest,fair,competitive pricing alongside experience and good customer service/relations.

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Reviewed by Helena on 30/3/2018

Very happy with job.

Rafferty Roofing Ltd are a fully insured profesional roofing company that covers all aspects of roofing

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Reviewed by Chris on 8/4/2022

Friendly and helpful. They fixed my roof without fuss.

Bathroom refurbishment & installations rated as professional and excellent by several happy customers. Over 10 years experience.

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Reviewed by Rajeev on 30/7/2017

Tony and his friend Mario completed the bathroom full refurbishment on time. Work quality was very good at every level : starting from plumbing, tiling and final finishing. The rates were very competitive as well. Kept the house clean when the work was going on. Being impressed by his quality and openness, I gave them some additional work for my second bathroom. Overall I am very happy with his quality of work on competitive cost.

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

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Reviewed by Ian on 5/9/2025

Fair price - job done quickly and well. Friendly and helpful.

Hi. We are family based business which is in this trade for many years we are experienced and skilled workers we used to work for big development companies but we decided to work on our own . Please let us start and finish your home improvements. Thank you for reading

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Reviewed by George on 4/10/2023

Good work, decent price, I do recommend them, for sure I am going to call them in the future

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Reviewed by Cosmin on 14/1/2025

On time, very professional. Quick response.

Landscaper / gardener based in solihull operating in the midlands. All forms of gardening, fencing and landscaping carried out efficiently and professionally by an experienced tradesman.

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Reviewed by Phil on 29/1/2026

JA brickwork & building maintenance have over 50 years experience between us ,we specialise in all aspects of buildingwork,from small jobs to big jobs currently building a new big extension on a new school,landscaping, fencing,conservatorys, rubbish removal ,insurance work restore-refurb,we take great pride in all ower work and make sure we offer the best possible services to ower customers.

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Reviewed by Iain on 25/7/2025

Adam arrived on time ready to work. He was polite, friendly and professional. I am very happy with the finished work

Family run business been in the trade for 20 plus years . Very reliable. Happy to help our customers with any advise on what it is there looking for . Specalise in block paving. Tarmacadam. Resin. Loose stone and patios . can also install fencing and build brick walls

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Reviewed by mark on 30/8/2025

I have no hesitation in recommending Home County Paving & Surfacing. In fact, after repairing my block-pave driveway, I’ve already asked them to look another job. They offer quick, professional advice with excellent communication and top-quality workmanship. They went above and beyond to make the job smooth, fast, and hassle-free - and at a competitive price. Really nice people, and I’d 100% use them again. Highly recommended!

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Gareth, the proprietor of GMS is a qualified wood machinist by trade and has over 25 years’ experience working within the construction industry. Gareth first started the business in 2005 with a view to provide clients across North Wales and Cheshire with kitchens. In the last 10 years the business has diversified and now accommodates a scheme of works within construction from kitchens to bathrooms, gardens to bedrooms, fire and flood damaged properties and more. Gareth employs several staff and subcontracts to NICEIC registered Electricians and GAS SAFE registered gas engineers. Therefore, GMS can offer project managing and the client only needs to converse with one trade [GMS] rather than multiple. Thus, taking the stress out of the job.

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Reviewed by Mark on 23/2/2018

Great communication and work carried out to a high standard.

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Reviewed by Janet on 2/5/2022

John worked extremely hard to fulfil our brief & also had great vision when considering possibilities. He understood our needs and ensured all snagging was carried out before completion. All builders are currently pushed to the limit with supplies and staffing - John managed this to the best of his ability and was always polite, helpful and friendly.

Hi welcome to Newman & sons. We're a family based company from Berkshire & also covering the south of England specialising in high quality new builds/refurbishing/emergency repairs/industrial roofs. For over 40 years. Specialist in Roof cleaning/roof repairs / new roofs. Gutters/ upvc Facias/chimneys. We also carry out industrial roofing. We're LABC REGISTERED & only use good quality materials & family tradesmen to get your work done. All quotes are free & no obligation /insurance /emergency. Please call even if it’s just advice. We’re more than happy to help.

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Reviewed by Brian on 15/2/2024

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Reviewed by Mike on 21/12/2016

When embarking on a large project (in this case a substantial house extension) you want to be reassured that as well as good communication throughout the job, the quality of work will be of the highest and that best efforts are made to bring the job in on time and as near as possible on budget. My wife and I were very impressed on all these fronts and would heartily recommend the AJR team. They turned up everyday for the 3 months the job took, were polite and resolved unforeseen problems creatively.

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Reviewed by Zahir on 29/5/2022

Poor work. Chemfix wasn't mixed properly for gallows brackets and didn't set for over a week. The joiner didn't even know which joists required additional strength and I had to tell him what to do. Would not recommend.

Established over 80 years ago London Builders are FMB & NHBC registered & operate in Greater London providing a comprehensive range of services for residential properties from design and construction through to refurbishment, repairs & re-decoration.

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Reviewed by Brian on 24/4/2017

They were really professional compared to the other builders that came and contacted me. The Project Manager was also on hand to answer any questions I had and offered me adviced on how best to move forward. We ended up refurbishing our entire bathroom which is looking great now. I would highly recommend London Builders.

At Wright touch builders we have worked in all kinds of construction projects from small developments to large scale construction. There nothing we can’t do. We are passionate about our work and every job we do is carried out to a high standard of excellence.

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Reviewed by Sarah on 16/2/2023

Promptly quoted and completed. The doors look great

I offer a variety of services to keep your drive ways and patios clean and looking fresh. Cleaning Sanding Sealing Pointing

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Reviewed by Jo on 4/11/2023

Shaun was very thorough and got to work as soon as he got here. Very pleasant young man, easy to deal with He gave me some advice about jet washing and what I need to be aware of. Cleaned and tidied up and took his rubbish away with him. Very pleased, will recommend/use again

Welcome to Badger Brickwork & Landscaping Based in Cheltenham and proudly serving Gloucestershire and the surrounding areas, Badger Brickwork & Landscaping delivers high-quality brickwork and landscaping services for both residential and commercial customers. We combine skilled craftsmanship with a friendly, reliable approach to ensure every project is completed to the highest standard.

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Reviewed by Camille on 28/11/2024

Perfect job! Jason built me a beautiful wall in my garden. The weather was horrible but he managed to get it done and even sowed new grass seed where things had got super muddy. . I would certainly recommend him and use again.

We are a friendly specialist roofing company with over 30 years roofing experience. All types of roofs catered for with full guarantees. We specialize in moss removal and paint spraying roofs,also pressure washing driveways.Free quotations. Full public liability insurance cover,

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Reviewed by Paresh on 19/6/2023

Reacted to the job advert promptly, arranged a suitable time and turned up efficiently. Took pictures to show me where the problems lay, quoted and then took pictures of what was put in to fix the problem. Very reliable and thorough in the job. Also advised that theres a 10 year guarantee on the works completed. Highly recommended.

We have a very experienced team that specialise in various services and no job is too big or too small. The below is a list of our services: -Shed and garden building specialist (made to order) -All groundworks including drainage -Carpentry indoor and outdoor - All types of tiling - floor and walls And all other aspects of property maintenance Although we are new to rated people our team have over 20 years of experience and are highly skilled. All our jobs are managed by our project manager who will ensure that everything runs smoothly and the jobs get done within the agreed time frame.

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Reviewed by Daniel on 23/11/2025

We are pleased to continue providing a professional and dependable service to all our clients, fully recognizing the essential role that high-quality standards contribute to our success. Looking forward, we anticipate that the robust relationships we are cultivating will result in an increased number of satisfied clients, fostering further recommendations and sustainable growth.

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Reviewed by Angela on 13/11/2015

Fedor and his team are polite, hard-working and extremely talented. It was a complicated job and Fedor handled it brilliantly. We are absolutely delighted with the beautiful London Stock brick wall that has been built. We would definitely recommend Fedor and Cuicut Construction, and will certainly use them again in the future.

Hi if your looking to get a professional job done you are looking in the right direction.

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Reviewed by Matthew on 21/1/2026

Joshua was very quick to respond to my job post. He was really easy to deal with. He came the next day to do the work (arriving at 7:45am and was done before 9:00am). He did a very professional job, replacing the fence post, leaving everything clean and tidy behind him. I would recommend Joshua's services to others.

We are a well established Building Company with over 30 years experience. We specialise in all aspects of the building trade including electrics ,replacement windows and doors. We are active members of FENSA

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Reviewed by joern on 9/2/2017

The work itself was very good, and while on the job, they were quick, consistent and polite. Problems occurred with finishing off and a number of issues are still outstanding. There were mitigating circumstances - serious illness in the company - but communications with us have been erratic and we are left with a few outstanding issues that we have to deal with ourselves.

We are a family business that take pride in every job we do we are reliable and fully insured

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Reviewed by rob on 27/5/2025

Contacted early evening, turned up on agreed time next morning. Reviewed job and completed it there and then to our satisfaction; excellent. Thank you.

With over 25 years experience we cover all aspects of the industry from concept to completion

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Reviewed by Mrs R on 20/9/2024

The job completed with a high standard. Very pleased with outcome.

Noor Builder Ltd is a trusted and skilled building services company, specialising in high-quality. With a reputation built on precision, reliability, and craftsmanship, we take pride in delivering flawless results on every project — from smooth internal plaster finishes and dry-lining to decorative rendering and repair work. Alongside our plastering mastery, we offer a wide range of building and property improvement services, ensuring clients benefit from a complete and professional solution. Whether it’s renovations, maintenance, or general building works, our team brings experience, dedication, and attention to detail to every job. At Noor Builder Ltd, we believe in excellent workmanship, honest communication, and customer satisfaction. No job is too big or too small — we approach every task with the same commitment to quality and care. Your vision, expertly built — with Noor Builder Ltd. Read less

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Reviewed by Muhammad on 16/11/2025

Excellent Work on Partition Wall, Electrics, and Finish. ?We recently hired these guys to install a partition wall separating our staircase from the living room, and the results are fantastic. ?The entire process was handled with exceptional professionalism. The team not only constructed a solid, well-integrated wall, but they also took care of all the necessary electrical work (including new switches) and followed up with pristine plastering.

I have been in the trade for many years, (17 years) I have recently gone on my own, and my business is doing really well, I take pride in my work and it's what I enjoy doing. I always hit my targets and it's shown because my business is doing brilliant

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Reviewed by richard on 29/1/2026

I've been in the trade for 35 years, Our main business includes house renovations and conversions, completing jobs such as converting 3 bedroom houses into 5 bedroom houses including en suites, We also complete corporate work including office renovations. Everything is completed in house efficiently and to a high standard.

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Reviewed by Martin on 31/5/2023

Shaun and the Team did a great job for me the house has been fully referbished to a very high standard. New bathroom walk in shower new ceiling in hall ,all decorated throughout. New Kitchen-Diner-Lounge and Extension excellent.

Yanis Gardening wants to offer the best gardening services there are. We provide the following services of paving, pruning, fence building, and many more. We have just enrolled here, but we have an experience of six years. Our objective is to provide our customers with the upmost satisfaction with their gardens and any other services we have to offer.

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Reviewed by Sheila on 16/5/2025

I cannot recommend Yanis highly enough. He works hard and quickly. My back garden was very overgrown, Yanis took all the rubbish away. He also gravelled the small garden in the front of the property. AMAZING WORK YANIS.

2M Construction is a London based family business and we pride ourselves on our diverse portfolio, including different kind of projects in the residential sector. 2mconstruction co uk

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Reviewed by Nina on 23/11/2022

Did a great job, very efficient and completed installing a shower unit, light and door in one day. Highly recommend.

Water Trade and Build Trade Services have been established for over 17 years. We are ready to assist with your Building, maintenance or plumbing projects. We are fully insured and directly employ our team of skilled tradesmen.

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Reviewed by Helene on 1/4/2020

Once the initial contact was firmly established with "the office" everything went smoothly, efficiently and with professionalism.

WW Property Maintenance provide all types of maintenance and landscaping services through out Herts, Beds & Bucks. We're fully insured and high experienced landscapers and tree surgeons. Our rates are affordable.

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Reviewed by Alison on 4/8/2015

I will be using Walter again, and I highly recomend him to others. His work was of a high standard, he was a good comunicator and he went out of his way to ensure I was happy with everything he had done. Alison Jenkins, MK19

We are a family run business, specialising in all type of Groundworks, Driveways, Drainage problems, Fencing, Paths, Patios, Garden/Retaining Walls, Soakaways and Cesspools, Foundations and Oversites, Underpinning, Vehicle cross overs, Mobility Ramps,

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Reviewed by Lynne on 7/5/2023

Lee and the team did an amazing job, always kept us informed of progress. The team on site were fantastic. Definitely would recommend!

The company has more than 10 years experience within the Landscaping, Construction and Horticultural Industry. Our specislism includes country estate management, grounds maintenance, sports ground services and water features. No job its ever too small or too large.

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Reviewed by Vivienne on 18/1/2021

Excellent service and work. Turned up on time, did a thorough job and went beyond what was asked. They do big landscaping jobs and small clearances. Highly recommended.

we are driveway and patio speacilists. also brickwork .fencing etc. we have over 20 years of experience and use no sub contractors

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Reviewed by dean on 18/11/2019

Great workmanship Punctual Polite Would definitely recommend and use him again Thanks Steven great job!!

If you are looking for a nice change in your home and you want to work with a profesional and friendly team you are in right place , with more than 10 years experience in many countries like Italy , Spain ,France ,Greece now we want to promote our company in England and to provide the best services to a high standard for all our costumers . We always try our best to see our costumers happy to convert their home into a small corner of heaven. Always looking to offer good quality of work and quality materials, always showing up on time and never leave the job before is finished no matter how many issues we discover. Do not hesitate to contact us, working with Samycos is your best choice !

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Reviewed by Mick on 15/4/2025

Worked hard to completed the work within the time frame stated. Took ownership and pride in doing the job well. Friendly and knowledgeable about his trade. Tidied up after himself. Would recommend.

Robert Bratby Gardens Ltd is a Cotswold wide garden design and build company. All aspects of landscaping undertaken with a passion for design and detail. Trading for 22 years we have a strong reputation for delivering bespoke gardens to a high standard.

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Reviewed by Neil on 29/9/2021

This was a great job. Rob worked from some vague ideas I had and some photographs. He interpreted brilliantly and did a great job. Thank you Rob.

With over 25 years of experience within the industry, you can feel assured that any job small or large will be completed to the highest standard. The range of work that we do is anything from your roof down.

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Reviewed by Martyn on 25/8/2025

Excellent, good comms and dedicated team.

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