R.A.H Carpentry

Roy has built us a very handsome library and three excellent wardrobes. And he had been a joy to have around. He works hard, fast and meticulously, always tidying up at the end of the day. He is a perfectionist. We couldn’t recommend him more highly.

Roy made several alcove cupboards and shelves for us, as well as replacing an ugly window frame. We couldn't be happier with the work he did. The whole process - from initial contact to completion - was very smooth. Roy really listened to what we wanted and found ways of getting around uneven walls and odd angles to create very beautiful units. He also offered some great advice, based on years of experience. He takes pride in his work and it shows. We're looking forward to working with him again in the new year.

Roy has done a couple of small jobs for us before (cutting down some doors and repairing a cracked stair tread) and we have always been impressed with his work and work ethic. This time we asked him to remove some poor quality built-in wardrobes and replace them with larger ones that use the space better. These new cupboards would have sliding doors, adjustable shelving and hanging rails. We agreed the quote in advance and he stuck to the quote, even though he thoughtfully added some birch ply to sections of our mdf cupboards where he knew more hard-wearing wood would be required. Roy quotes by the job, rather than by the day/hour, which we preferred. We came up with the design together with Roy, and he was sensible and helpful in his suggestions e.g. it would be much more expensive if he were to install drawers in the cupboards so he found a way to incorporate the drawers we already had. When the time came to start work, he found a way to work around our unhelpful ceiling joists, generally wonky flooring and the work was completed much earlier than he predicted! What sets him apart from a lot of traders is his work ethic. He worked at a steady pace, barely stopping for lunch. At the end of each day he was absolutely scrupulous in tidying up, mindful that we had to sleep in the rooms that he was working on. I would not hesitate to recommend Roy and we have other work that we will be asking him back to complete.

Having had a new boiler installed that was much smaller than the old one, I was left with a tangle of pipework on full display in the kitchen. Boxing this in should have been simple but clearly wouldn’t be because of the odd shape created and it was difficult to see how it was going to be anything other than aesthetically unattractive. However, Roy to the rescue, he got a problem solving and I must say he did an excellent piece of work with what he found. He was pleasant to have around and easy to chat with, always important. I can wholeheartedly recommend him and his work. Many thanks Roy.

The sliding mechanism of drawers in a kitchen unit was failing. I looked at Which Trusted Traders and Called R.A.H. Carpentry. I was concerned that it was too small a piece of work. Over the telephone Roy made arrangements for a visit a few days later and, once, on site thought a new unit would be found and, most importantly for us, he would transfer the fronts of the drawers to the new unit thus maintaining the style of the kitchen. Roy came to install the new unit and we are absolutely delighted: no more struggle with the drawers and the same style we have liked for many years. Though not planned Roy was kind enough to change the hinges of our under sink unit as they were clearly wearing out. If we need any joinery or carpentry I will not hesitate a millisecond to call Roy. We are so grateful for what he has done.

Roy created the window seat (with storage) that I'd always wanted for our bay window - beautifully designed by him with a great deal of thought and consultation along the way, skilfully made in all its details. We're delighted. Absolutely as per agreed schedule and price, including an upgrade on some of the materials. Very good communication - a fantastically responsive craftsman working with top care and attention. Would highly recommend!

Roy built a couple of beautiful bookcases for us and we were so thrilled with them that we asked him to build a large bedroom cupboard. He's made this superbly well, with so much care and attention to detail. He's flexible and talks through the job as you go in order to get the best end result. From the start he gives an accurate quote for the job, responds quickly to e-mails, begins the job on the day he says he will and sees it through to completion. He is hard working, cheerful and totally trustworthy. Roy is a great craftsman and I thoroughly recommend him.

We asked Roy to build wardrobes in a very awkward space with lots of difficult angles. He came up with a great solution. He was also brilliant to deal with - friendly, quick in replying to emails and flexible in helping us achieve what we wanted. All for a very reasonable price. Thanks Roy!

Roy took on the work to take up the ground floor boards in three rooms, insert insulation then relay new flooring and new skirtings. He gave a start date and clear cost breakdown beforehand, which he stood by. He carried out the work efficiently and accurately before finishing in good time. He was good company to work alongside and I would recommend him.

Roy provides work to an exceptionally high standard, surpassing by far our best expectations. He is polite, witty, considerate, and a very hard worker when fuelled by tea. It cannot be held against him that Birmingham City is his football team! I would recommend Roy to anyone requiring a carpentry job of any kind, as they are guaranteed work of the very highest quality. It was a pleasure to make his acquaintance.