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A response plumbing and heating service Over 10 years in the plumbing and heating trade from installing complete central heating and boiler servicing too bathroom installation. read more
Latest Plumbing feedback review:
Shower giving Very hot water or Very cold water only
Paul was hired for a a job concerning a shower. Very professional, prompt and highly recommended. We will be in touch again Paul if we experience anything needing your expertise.
I have been a carpenter since leaving school in 1990. I completed my apprenticeship at Reading College (TVU). I have a good knowledge of many aspects of carpentry from 1st & 2nd fix , new build works , domestic alterations and refurbishment. read more
Latest Carpentry feedback review:
New Handrail and Spindles
Martin fitted new stair rails and bannisters. He arrived every morning on time. Very friendly and tidy and excellent craftsmanship would recommend his services and will certainly use him again.
I have 40 yrs flooring experience dealing with solid/engineered wood/laminate/carpet/vinyl and tiling. I treat every job as if it were in my own home and pride myself on an excellent finish. I am professional at all times and strive to achieve total customer satisfaction... read more
Latest Hard Flooring feedback review:
Wood flooring to be fitted in dining room and hallway
James Murray did a fantastic job. I would definitely recommend him for the fitting of wooden flooring. He is professional and ensured that everything was completed as discussed.
Multi skilled trader/handyman with over 25-year experience in full house refurbishment, home improvement, re-design, maintenance etc. I am giving my customers peace of mind with two year firm warranty for all works done on site as a standard /Labour only/. read more
Latest Handyman feedback review:
Drill 2 holes in concrete 10mm and 16mm dia drill bits
Excellent service from Victor in the job I asked for. Prompt, friendly and with expert knowledge/skills. I could not be more pleased with the end product. Definitely would recommend. Thank you.
Electrical business undertaking all types of domestic work, additional sockets to part/full re-wires to 18th Edition IEE regulations. read more
Latest Handyman feedback review:
Household removals
Stephen completed the job as agreed in a good manner. Thank you.
I am a plumber and heating engineer doing general plumbing to bathroom installation. 1st and 2nd fix pipe work Boiler installation Cylinder installation read more
Latest Central Heating feedback review:
Plumbing (first fix) & heating for extension/renovation
Thanks Darren, for a great job, you have worked with us during our extension and renovation, keeping up with progress.
All round friendly handyman with over 20 years of experience in multiple trades. Happy to take on small odd jobs and projects, with specialist expertise in plumbing,gas,clearance,removals, tilling,patios,driveways,fencing. Work undertaken in the following... read more
Latest Plumbing feedback review:
Repair 3 toilet cisterns.
Ian Hay came at short notice and completed the plumbing jobs quickly and professionally. He also sorted out a number of other jobs including repairing the guttering, changed dripping taps, and rehung curtain poles securely. A good job done,...
Looking for an electrician that you can TRUST? Look no further! We are a family run business based in Reading, offering a reliable and professional service for all your domestic and commercial electrical works. As a member of the ELECSA you can be confident that all... read more
Latest Electrical feedback review:
Garage Electric Installation
Daryl fitted my garage with electric from the main house, fitted sockets and lighting and a circuit board. He did a great job all round, was very reliable, polite and exceptionally tidy. Would definitely recommend.
I have worked as a self employer plasterer for 23 years, firstly with my father (trained by him) and then running my own business for the past 20 years. PREDOMINANTLY private work in customers private homes. I specialise in all aspects of plastering work from: Plastering... read more
Latest Plastering feedback review:
Competent day rate plasterer tradesman please
It was a great decision to hire Mark. He is a fantastic plasterer. If your reading this looking for a great tradesman, Mark is the one!! The quality of his finish is excellent and he goes at a great speed and is well priced. On top of that...
Hi welcome to ALM PROPERTY SERVICES * Customer focused * Professional, CRB checked * New Builds/ Renovations undertaken * Bathroom/ Wetrooms/Plumbing/Gas Appliance/Electrics * Few companies can offer our range of expertise! read more
Latest Plumbing feedback review:
Emergency - pipe burst just after main stop cock.
Tim saved the day with our emergency burst pipe. Would definitely recommend him. He came round straight away, after 8 pm. He found and explained the problem to us, then soldered the pipes back together in a stronger join so they won't burst...
I'm a professional handyman/carpenter who has worked in the building industry for nearly 20 years. My customers tell me that I'm hard working and offer great attention to detail whilst being reliable and friendly. I pride myself in completing all jobs, big or small to a... read more
Latest Carpentry feedback review:
Back door to be hung
Great Service by George- He hung a door for me. Very good workmanship- would definitely use him again.
Self employed painter and decorator.city and guilds-and advanced city and guilds.43 years experience.specialist wallpaper hanger.a lot of my work is commercial and the private sector.clean,reliable trustworthy.fully insured. read more
Latest Painting & Decorating feedback review:
Paint and wallpaper main bedroom and box room
Ged was fantastic. His workmanship was top class. He put 100% effort in making my ideas come to life. He listened to my ideas and advised me of the correct paints to use. He tidied up behind him every day. The best painter and decorator out...
Hi and welcome to JJE BUILDERS. We are a friendly professional family run business with over 20 years experience. Are portfolio and feedback shows this. We don't cut corners and we pride our self's on our workmanship. We are not handy men we are trusted professional... read more
Latest Fencing feedback review:
Fitting 4x fence panels and gate (can start now)
Jason actually took on a much larger project than we were initially looking for in correcting the poor work carried out by another builder. He replaced 4 fence panels, put up a new gate and paved a pathway and patio for us. Jason was...
I've been working in the home improvement industry for over 15 years now with jobs ranging from Refurbishing a house to ground works, I have worked for around 13 years fitting blinds and curtains professionally but I can put my hand to most things like painting, furniture... read more
Latest Handyman feedback review:
Small outside security camera bracket fixing job
Feisal was brilliant. Such a nice friendly guy. He was efficient and did a perfect job. To top that he came out on a Sunday at a few hours notice without issue and for a great price. Highly recommend Feisal to anyone, and will be using...
My name is James and I am the owner of JFE roofing & building services. I have over 15years of experience and have been brought up within a family of roofers. I specialise in all aspects of roofing work and maintenance and can take on all types of work, from minor to major... read more
Latest Roofing (Pitched) feedback review:
Remove chimney stack above roof
James did a great job removing our chimney stack. He perfectly matched the tiles so it's nearly impossible to tell it was ever there! I was very happy with his work and would recommend him.
Quality Bricklaying service. read more
Latest Groundwork & Foundations feedback review:
Dig foundations concrete foundations block dwarf wall
A good tradesman and is prompt, but when he sends you the invoice he adds items of work of which he has not done and expects you to pay. A builder will not tolerate this, but a private homeowner may not understand and simply pay.
Our company specialises in demolition,construction/groundwork and landscaping projects. All our staff are trained too a high standard with a great attitude too work with time served tradesmen.We offer a high quality service in whichever branch of work we undertake for you.... read more
Latest Demolition feedback review:
Clearing and levelling a paddock
Chris worked like a trooper clearing a field for us. He uncovered some difficult-to-dispose of material and was able to help us find the right people to dispose of it. He really tried to help us keep the costs down by doing extra work...
EddiePlumbingServices(EPS) An established and family run business offering all aspects of plumbing and heating services in Reading, Berkshire. All of our work is carried out to the highest standards by fully qualified engineers and our work is fully guaranteed and... read more
Latest Bathroom Fitting feedback review:
Bathroom refit
Sub standard work. Many comments about poor work. Gas pipe leaked! Once he finished he wanted more money. Gave a pile of receipts to justify. The receipts included basic tools that you would expect a plumber to have, along with...
We are a local company specialising in all types of home improvements, with our main expertise being all electrical work, bathroom renovations, internal wall/ceiling work, and windows and doors replacement. We have over 20 years experience within the home improvement and... read more
Latest Handyman feedback review:
Shelves and plumbing
Working with Rob was a positive experience. He put up some fiddly shelves for us which look great, sorted a bit of fencing that needed meddling and fixed a transformer in a recessed light. He works hard to ensure you are happy with the...
I am a fully skilled Carpenter with over 30 years experience in all aspects, i have other associated skills. My rates are reasonable. All my work is done to a high standard and fully guaranteed . Doors and Windows of all kinds, Wood, UPVC, Aluminium... read more
Latest Windows & Doors (uPVC & Metal) feedback review:
Wooden side-hinged garage doors need rehanging
Ray knew exactly what we required to renovate our old garage doors, and arrived with all the right hinges etc. We were very pleased with his work and would look to use him again.
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