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Helping Handys
25 reviews • 100% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2016General Handyman services. I have 20 years of experience in building and renovating property. I can accomplish most non certified jobs around the house. read more
Latest Handyman feedback review:
Key safe
quick and organised. Good job
By charlottepbm on 2nd Mar, 2020
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4 Ur Space Property Maintenance
278 reviews • 100% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2017my name is Chris and I'm an experienced plasterer with 20+ years in the trade. I can offer you a no hassle free quote and an excellent professional job with a clean finish. I also offer a wide range of other professional services, I.e. carpentry, tiling after plastering, read more
Latest Roofing (Flat) feedback review:
Replacement felt on small entrance lobby roof.
Chris was efficient and friendly,my lobby roof was completed as promised at a competitive price , I would recommend him at any time to all. Tony Dean.
By anthony64502 on 5th Feb, 2023
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Lockhart Carpentry & Developments
45 reviews • 100% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2017Hi I’m Nick, I am a multi-skilled tradesman mainly carpentry... Door hanging, kitchen fits / alternations, Fencing, decking, Bathroom fits and any other jobs you may find hard for yourselves to do. I also have in our gang, decorator, plasterer, electrian and plumber. I read more
Latest Carpentry feedback review:
Internal fire doors
Nick and his 'young' helper were absolutely fantastic. A great job done with very good price and a real pleasure to have around. Thank you very much for all your hard work and expertise. Regards Gillian
By gillian52368 on 26th Feb, 2022
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G & C Home Improvements
12 reviews • 100% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2018I am a sole trader, carpenter & joiner also completing this I also trained in bricklaying, tiling & painting/decorating. After I went to work as a window fitter & fitted soffits/fascia boards. I have undertaken work included fencing, decking, gardening, basic read more
Latest Handyman feedback review:
Key Safe Fitting - VV216582
Great work - would hire again
By viewber2019 on 22nd Jan, 2021
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Robert Stanier
19 reviews • 95% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2017Multi-skilled Tradesman / Handyman - Home Maintenance, Repairs and Renovation. Small Jobs to Larger Projects always considered. Types of work undertaken: Carpentry - Painting - Rendering & Plastering - Tiling - Roofing - read more
Latest Painting & Decorating feedback review:
Small remedial paint job
Robert arrived within the hour, checked out the job (Damaged wall) gave me a good price and primed and filled the gouge 30 mins later. Matched up the paint perfectley and did a wonderfull job, completed the following day. Looks as good as...
By richard_1v99 on 7th Feb, 2019
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DH BUILDING CARPENTRY & CONSTRUCTION
17 reviews • 100% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2019DH Building carry out all types of carpentry & general building to the highest of standards. We are a Torbay based firm but also work in the surrounding areas. We are trusted,reliable and give very competitive rates. Our aim is to ensure our customers are 100% happy with the read more
Latest Fencing feedback review:
New feather edge fence replacement
Top draw job Excellent ! 60meters of fencing! totally recommended to everyone.
By len_robey on 8th Mar, 2022
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SUREE ELECTRICAL INSTALLER
74 reviews • 100% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2019All Domestic Electrical work. Small job to full re-wire. Testing and certification. New build. read more
Latest Electrical feedback review:
Installation of two down lights
Excellent work ethic! Reliable hard working very meticulous. 100% recommended
By len_robey on 31st Jan, 2023
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Mcp-homeimprovements
9 reviews • 100% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2020Here at MCP-Homeimprovents we do anything from flatpack furniture, new flooring, fencing, kitchens, fascia and soffit replacement, new garage door installation, painting and decorating to full renovations. So feel free to contact us for a free no hassle quote read more
Latest Handyman feedback review:
Fit a cat flap
We hired our handyman to fit a cat flap in our window, now we’ve asked him to do other jobs around the house, he’s very friendly and very prompt. We would definitely recommend this handyman.
By andy40994 on 16th Sep, 2020
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Jack Elson
11 reviews • 100% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2020I'm a multi skilled builder & gardener and able to work on a huge variety of work. read more
Latest Bricklaying feedback review:
Fill in small cavity in wall from gas fire vent
Jack worked hard and we were really impressed with the result. It's great to find someone who gets the job done to a high standard. We were impressed and will definitely hire again. Thank you.
By rsmalvern on 15th Dec, 2022
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Vista devon property solutions
9 reviews • 89% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2018Hi, We are a small family business based in Torbay. Please keep us in mind for any property maintenance you may have. We cover all aspects of DIY & maintenance around the home and garden. From building flat pack furniture to putting up blinds & shelves. Along with home read more
Latest Handyman feedback review:
Shed dismantling
Both of the team were friendly and courteous. Couldn’t fault them to be fair. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them Invoice and payment easy as well I have already invited them to quote for another project I have coming up in the next...
By graham30213 on 9th Mar, 2021
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Wet Bandits
3 reviews • 100% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2021Plastering specialists with attention to detail and the highest standard of works. All aspects of plastering and rendering including any prep work before hand including plaster boarding or renovations. read more
Latest Handyman feedback review:
Assemble shed and create a suitable base
Reliable, all the right tools, good tidy workmanship and multi-skilled!
By user_1huh on 11th Jun, 2021
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Spectrum Services
8 reviews • 100% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2016Efficient, accurate & honest. Spectrum Services will adapt to your requirements and always put you first. We are a family based team consisting of an electrician a mechanical engineer and a general builder. Our broad skillset allows us to comfortably complete a large range read more
Latest Garden Maintenance feedback review:
Small garden dug over
Steve did a great job of digging my garden over. Although it was a small patch, it had been left unattended for a year in a new development, so there was considerable rubble and weeds to dispose of, all of which Steve carried out swiftly...
By freesia_23 on 8th Dec, 2016
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p.a robinson and sons
17 reviews • 100% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2012My main trade is a plasterer and rendering. With taking a lot of pride in my work as I believe in do a good job for someone and get many recommendations after I have plenty of contacts in the trade so no job is too big or small. I give very fair and reasonable free quotes. read more
Latest Plastering feedback review:
Fireplace- plastering, concrete and slate
Peter completed the job to a good standard. He works efficiently and neatly and is pleasant to work with.
By cate_71 on 22nd Jul, 2017
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AK Decorating
1 review • 100% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2019Interior exterior painting and paperhanging, handyman services, time served apprenticehip, ICA award and many years experience in the field, repairs to plaster and rendering work done, pointing, cracks raked out and filled, all D.I.Y projects undertaken. read more
Latest Handyman feedback review:
Curtain pole repair
Spoke with Alan on the evening and he came the following day to complete the 2 jobs. Very thorough, hardworking and friendly, will definitely use again in the future.
By loucom on 18th Nov, 2021
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JME Plastering
114 reviews • 99% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2016Hi my name is Justin. I am time served in plastering and rendering and have 22 years experience in both aspects I always aim for customer satisfaction. I am clean tidy and have a long list of happy clients throughout Devon.I take on all decoration work and normally paint a read more
Latest Plastering feedback review:
Small ceiling area replastering
JME..arrived on time. Fixed the damage very well. Good professional work. Very satisfied.
By peter74310 on 18th Mar, 2023
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Groves Carpentry
101 reviews • 97% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2020I am a experienced and trusted carpenter doing all aspects of carpentry, including all 1st and 2nd fix. I also do all pvc fascia, soffit and guttering including Lindab guttering. I have been a carpenter for 17 years, I'm a dedicated professional and reliable carpenter to read more
Latest Handyman feedback review:
New sink
Very professional! Would highly recommend
By adam13149 on 9th Jan, 2023
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Handyhands
3 reviews • 100% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2014I'm hard working, friendly family man with a eye for detail willing to please the customer will go that extra mile to find the right product/colour to please. read more
Latest Painting & Decorating client reference:
Matthew completely re-decorated my lounge and has done gardening work in the past too, a couple of months, my lounge is now beautiful - exactly what I wanted. He is polite, courteous and clears up after himself and I've had workmen that...
Reference taken by MyBuilder on 27th Aug, 2014
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Andy Lewis & Co
5 reviews • 80% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2015A local family business with over 30 years experience. Quality, reliability and competitive pricing assured. Fully insured, free estimates and advice. read more
Latest Painting & Decorating feedback review:
Exterior refurbishment of creekside property
Andy did a good and thorough job. His price was very competitive.
By seeleys on 3rd May, 2019
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Big City Services Ltd
3 reviews • 100% positive ratingHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2019I have been in the construction and renovation industry all my life and have recently relocated to Devon after working in Mayfair and Chelsea for the last 10 years.I'm a time served carpenter and proficient plumber who likes to install both bathrooms and kitchens.This being read more
Latest Bathroom Fitting feedback review:
Update Bathroom
Overjoyed, very professional, hardly knew Ty had been working here everyday tidied up and left no mess each day.
By kathleen71526 on 9th Nov, 2019
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Ben stewart
No reviews yetHandyman working in TorquayTrade Member since 2023I am a local handyman that can do all sorts of jobs. Painting and decorating patios fencing and much more no job to big or small very competitive prices. read more
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Handymen and women often have experience in a number of trades and can carry out lots of jobs around the home and garden, including:
- Building or putting together furniture
- Mounting televisions and other screens on walls
- Putting up shelves
- Installing flooring
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- Plastering and painting walls
- General gardening (e.g., mowing the lawn, tidying)
- Installing curtains and blinds
- Miscellaneous household tasks
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