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South West Plumbing Services Ltd

4.9

224 Reviews

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About

South West Plumbing, Heating & Renewables are a family run business established since 1993 and we pride ourselves on being able to offer a personalised service and complete peace of mind for our customers.

From the moment you pick up the phone we will make sure that you feel at ease - you will get to speak to a real person, not an answering service - 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

We will continue to keep you updated right up to the moment the engineer arrives at your property to carry out the work, and if you have any concerns or problems afterwards, we are just a phone call away.

Our reputation has been built upon the fact that we complete work for our customers to the highest standard every time, whether it's just replacing a tap washer, responding to an emergency breakdown, completely replacing a heating system or refitting a bathroom.

What we do

  • Plumbers

    • Emergency plumbing services
  • Boiler, central heating and gas engineers

    • Boiler installation
    • Boiler repair
    • Boiler servicing
    • Gas safety testing and inspection
  • Renewable energy

    • Air source heat pumps
    • Ground source heat pumps
    • Solar panels
    • Solar water heating
    • Biomass
  • Heating contractors

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4.9
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Excellent work
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Pleasant worker, very tidy, polite. Job completed well, clean and tidy on completion.
Michael, Devon Posted on 07/04/2017 , work completed 07/04/2017
The trader replied (on 16/05/2017)
Thank you for the 5* review Michael, we take pride in all jobs big or small. Fitting your radiator and re-routing pipework is bread and butter to our plumber Andrei.
Andrei numero uno
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Very neat job.
Jeffrey, Devon Posted on 24/04/2017 , work completed 24/04/2017
The trader replied (on 16/05/2017)
Thank you for the 5* review Jeffrey, it was a pleasure installing your new water heater.
Excellent and efficient work
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A very professional & pleasant workman. A job quickly & efficiently done.
Judith, Devon Posted on 02/06/2017 , work completed 02/06/2017
The trader replied (on 21/07/2017)
Thank you for the review Judith, 5* across the board is always great to see - you had our wonderful plumber Andrei replace your water heater, please recommend us to your family and friends.
Great job
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All members of staff I encountered either on phone or in person were very friendly and professional. Very pleased with the service received from South West Plumbing services. Would recommend. Will be using for future plumbing works.
Rachel, Devon Posted on 30/05/2017 , work completed 30/05/2017
The trader replied (on 21/07/2017)
If you have met more than one member of our engineering team you are one of the very lucky few! Our office team in the command centre (Just a nice office in Torquay) are always organising for the coming days and weeks to keep them on the road keeping everyone's plumbing and heating working correctly around the clock!!
Highly recommended
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Very pleased with all aspects of the job. Prompt, efficient and clean and tidy in the house.
Louise, Devon Posted on 26/06/2017 , work completed 26/06/2017
The trader replied (on 17/08/2017)
Hi Louise, thank you for the 5* review you have given our engineer Tom H. You now have a Worcester Bosch 24i System boiler with an 8 year parts and labour warranty.
Meticulous attention to detail
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Courteous, well trained work force backed up by regular contact from the office and strong oversight from Roger. Sometimes it takes something to go wrong for you to find out how good a firm really is - and I can thoroughly recommend SWPSL. Thank you Matt, Josh, Peter, Jamie and Roger.
Alan Milstead Posted on 02/10/2017 , work completed 02/10/2017
The trader replied (on 24/10/2017)
Thank you for the 5* review Alan, you met the best part of half of our team and it was great to see you were happy with the installation of your Worcester Bosch Greenstar Danesmoor Oil Boiler which has a 7 year parts and labour guarantee. See you next year for the first annual service.
Thorough, professional, prompt
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Shower replacement job. Good customer service, prompt response and thorough professional staff. Will use them again. Originally recommended to us by two sets of neighbours.
Nic, Devon Posted on 22/09/2017 , work completed 22/09/2017
The trader replied (on 24/10/2017)
One neighbour is good but two is far better, we do rely on our customers passing on our details so we hope you do the same. We hope you really enjoy your new shower.
Very good in all aspects.
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Clean and thorough job carried out by a pleasant, polite, knowledgeable informative tradesman.
Martyn, Devon Posted on 03/10/2017 , work completed 03/10/2017
The trader replied (on 24/10/2017)
Thank you for the fanasti review Martyn, we make sure all of our vans are kitted with boot protectors, roll & stroll and dust sheets to make sure our customers homes are protected while we do our work. Our engineers always complete jobs to a very high standard and we thank your recognition.
Fast work
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Very good service.
Subatra, Devon Posted on 29/08/2017 , work completed 29/08/2017
Excellent
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Excellent service was wonderful. Tom was very polite and efficient. Thank you.
Denise, Devon Posted on 21/08/2017 , work completed 21/08/2017
Difficult job dealt with in excellent and professional manner.
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This was not an easy problem to tackle, as it involved a major water leak under a tiled toilet floor. The young plumber managed to repair it by approaching the leak from the next door room. His work was calm, professional and very impressive.
Brian, Devon Posted on 26/02/2018 , work completed 26/02/2018
Excellent team
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We have used them a lot for our holiday rentals. Always great professional service from start to finish. We just had a boiler fail and they rescheduled other work to get us back up and running on new boiler within two days.
Phil, Devon Posted on 10/04/2018 , work completed 10/04/2018
Difficult work undertaken well!
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We have recently had a new boiler fitted, which turned out to be quite tricky and then other jobs arose linked to the leaking manifold on our under floor heating. Over the last month we have met several engineers, all have been very professional friendly and able to explain details in simple terms! We have always found it easy to contact the company and there has always been a timely response. Overall there were a few hiccups, because our system was difficult to fit, but we are very happy with S.W. Plumbing's approach and we are glad that we've chosen the company.
rpdspd01 Posted on 05/06/2018 , work completed 05/06/2018
Highly Recommended
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South West Plumbing made a good impression from the outset. The surveyor arrived punctually and took considerable time to evaluate our requirements with regard to the installation of a new gas combi boiler to provide heat to our radiators and underfloor heating system. We also asked for a new UFH manifold and wireless room thermostats to be installed. The quotation received soon after was comprehensive and competitive. It was with optimism that we opted to engage South West Plumbing to carry out the required works. That optimism was well founded. The service engineers arrived on time and took appropriate measures to protect floors and carpets. The system was power-flushed, and the boiler installed and commissioned within the allotted time. The heating system is working well and we would have no hesitation in recommending South West Plumbing.
Customer in Torbay Posted on 22/11/2018 , work completed 08/11/2018
Quality Engineer!
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South West Plumbing Services Ltd carried out a service to my boiler. The engineer started at the top and worked down - which was probably why he immediately found a broken joint that (in my view) presented a potential serious combustion leak, which, given the appearance of the item, had probably been missed by all the engineers of a well known national company who have attended my boiler during the past 11 yrs! Although I am not a gas engineer, I have an engineering background and I witnessed a thorough and systematic service procedure, and received constructive information that I feel I can rely upon. As a consequence I was pleased to take the opportunity of a boiler care contract with this company.
Thompson Posted on 24/07/2018 , work completed 24/07/2018
Excellent workmanship & customer service
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Very professional quotation for replacement boiler & central heating system with high level of attention to detail and customer needs. Installation took place over 4 days. Team were on time, tidy & managed work load very well, including work by two specialists needed for flue reposition on roof, and electrician. The lead installer even came in on a Sunday to complete commissioning & handover.
Anthony, Devon Posted on 06/08/2018 , work completed 06/08/2018
Thoroughly recommended
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We contacted South West Plumbing Services Ltd as we had a central heating problem and asked for an annual service to the boiler and two gas fires as well. The phoned request was confirmed by email to us, which was reassuring. The engineer, Jerry, arrived promptly and carried out all the work necessary. He was smart, cheerful, friendly and helpful. He completed a thorough job working in a very clean and tidy manner. We have no hesitation in recommending South West Plumbing Services Ltd and will definitely be using them again.
Customer in Torbay Posted on 07/06/2019 , work completed 07/06/2019
The trader replied (on 06/04/2021)
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. I have passed your kind comments onto Jerry and the team. We are glad you had a good experience and hope we can help you in the future. Thanks again SWPSL
Great work
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The work completed was first rate, the attention to detail of the engineer Andrei was fantastic. His efforts to keep everywhere clean and tidy were exemplary. We are delighted with our new solar thermal installation.
Nick in Torbay Posted on 05/07/2021 , work completed 30/06/2021
The trader replied (on 06/07/2021)
Dear Nick, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your positive comments and five star review. I have passed this onto Andrei and the team. Thanks again from all of us at SWPSL.
Outstanding work, year after year.
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I have used South West Plumbing for many years, and have always found them to be helpful, efficient, pleasant to deal with and very professional in all aspects of work, from reception, to repairs and to servicing. I highly recommend them as a company. They have never disappointed and always rise to the challenge of trying to improve even further. Nothing is ever too much trouble for them.
Customer in Devon Posted on 30/11/2023 , work completed 30/11/2023
The trader replied (on 06/12/2023)
Thank you very much for your glowing review and 5 Star rating, it is very much appreciated and your comments have been passed onto the team. Thanks again from all of us at SWPSL
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Our boiler broke down late Saturday evening, and we rang Sunday morning. An engineer came out and fixed it within the hour - very knowledgeable, helpful and professional. Will use them when we buy a new boiler in 2012 because they're the only ones who offer a 7 not just 5 year guarantee.
Di Vegh Posted on 18/12/2011 , work completed 18/12/2011
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The water tank in my airing cupboard started to leak. I contacted South West Plumbing (no dealings previously), and despite the difficult prevailing icy road conditions, an employee attended in good time. The defective tank needed replacing, and this was subsequently done very efficiently and speedily, and to my great satisfaction.
1989663 Posted on 23/02/2010 , work completed 23/02/2010
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Perfect
Brian, Devon Posted on 09/09/2016 , work completed 09/09/2016
The trader replied (on 12/10/2016)
Thank you for your review, I will pass on your comments to Andrei (he is quickly becoming a bit of a customer favourite).
My Review
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Prompt, competent.
Faramarz, Devon Posted on 13/09/2016 , work completed 13/09/2016
The trader replied (on 21/11/2016)
From what started as a simple breakdown ended up being a boiler replacement, we are now happy that you have a boiler you can rely on which has a great 7 year parts and labour warranty - thank you for also putting your other property on our HEATCARE contract
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First rate
John, Devon Posted on 03/10/2016 , work completed 03/10/2016
The trader replied (on 12/10/2016)
Thank you for taking the time to give us a review.
My Review
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Excellent
Hilary, Devon Posted on 13/10/2016 , work completed 13/10/2016
The trader replied (on 26/10/2016)
Thank you for taking the time to give us a review.
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Excellent job & service
David, Devon Posted on 10/10/2016 , work completed 10/10/2016
The trader replied (on 26/10/2016)
Thank you for taking the time to give us a review.
Prompt emergency service
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This is the first time in 20 yrs I have needed to find an emergency plumber as I have always had a Homecare agreement with British Gas before. The people on the phone were very helpful, gave me a clear idea of how long I would have to wait etc. Within 2 hrs there was a plumber on the doorstep. He did the job efficiently and even helped me clean up the wet towels etc.!! I also thought the cost reasonable for an emergency callout.
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 29/11/2016 , work completed 29/11/2016
The trader replied (on 12/12/2016)
We were very happy we could help, we have our team in the office 8am - 5pm every weekday to handle calls like yours and our engineers are always on high alert at this time of year due to the high number of emergencies
Prompt and professional
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Work was done very nicely, chap pleasant and told us what he was doing up stairs and down, prompt and professional. Tidied up everywhere.
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 10/11/2016 , work completed 10/11/2016
The trader replied (on 12/12/2016)
Thank you for taking the time to give us this review, we take pride in all the work we complete. Please pass on our details to family and friends should they need our services.
Very impressed
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A great team, led by Thomas Martin. Everything explained at every step of the work. I am very impressed at the standard of service.
Mary, Devon Posted on 06/01/2017 , work completed 06/01/2017
The trader replied (on 11/01/2017)
Thank you for the great review Mary, Tom is one of our brightest engineers and our customers are really at ease when he is on there install, we hope you enjoy your new Worcester Greenstar 36CDi compact with the 8 year guarantee
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Very good job
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 06/01/2017 , work completed 06/01/2017
The trader replied (on 11/01/2017)
Thank you for the review I will pass on your comments to Andrei who fitted your taps, I will also mention Mike who serviced your boiler in the new year.
All in all, an excellent service.
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First class service from initial enquiry through quotation survey & (with my highest praise) the actual work carried out by extremely skilled engineers working to a very high standard.
Stuart, Devon Posted on 07/12/2016 , work completed 07/12/2016
The trader replied (on 11/01/2017)
This is a first class review Stuart, thank you so much! We pride ourselves in our work and we want all of our customers to appreciate the high standards we set ourselves. I will pass on your comments to the engineers who fitted your Worcester Greenstar 28CDi with our maximum 10 year guarantee.
Excellent!
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Andrei carried out the work with great care, quickly and efficiently. He explained everything he was doing and the various options so that I could make informed choices. He was prompt, polite, and I will definitely recommend him.
Mary, Devon Posted on 17/01/2017 , work completed 17/01/2017
The trader replied (on 19/01/2017)
Thank you for the review Mary, Andrei is fast becoming our go to guy for plumbing works. He really is a customer favourite for his tidy work and quick understanding of what the job requires. He was very interested in your home, swapping the kitchen and living room around, I will pass your comments to him.
Brilliant, highly recommend!
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Prompt, professional, friendly and very informative. Fantastic customer service too!
Becky, Devon Posted on 11/01/2017 , work completed 11/01/2017
The trader replied (on 31/01/2017)
From the office team to our engineers we do want to be seen as a friendly company, we try and make things as simple as possible so there is no rushing around needlessly. You had Tom Martin complete your installation of a Worcester Bosch Greenstar 28CDi compact with a massive 10 year parts and labour guarantee.
Very happy
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Very happy with service.
J, Devon Posted on 30/01/2017 , work completed 30/01/2017
The trader replied (on 10/02/2017)
Thank you for the quick and concise review on our plumber Andrei who fitted your new toilet.
Excellent job
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Very pleased. Hard workers, polite and cleaned up.
Dianna, Devon Posted on 03/03/2017 , work completed 03/03/2017
The trader replied (on 06/03/2017)
Good morning Dianna thank you for the EXCELLENT review you gave John who fitted your brand new Worcester Bosch Greenstar 28CDi compact, you now have the fantastic maximum warranty for 10 years parts and labour.
Brilliant job.
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Arrived really quickly and fixed the leak. Told me in advance of all the problems and how he would fix them. Also said how long the water would be off.
Louise, Devon Posted on 06/03/2017 , work completed 06/03/2017
The trader replied (on 28/03/2017)
Hi Louise, thank you for taking the time to give Jerry a 5* review, he will really appreciate it when he sees it.
Our heating heroes
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From first telephone enquiry to completion, a courteous, prompt, totally professional approach to the complex re-piping of a hot water cylinder system previously very poorly and dangerously installed by a different company. Thank you so much.
Mary, Devon Posted on 13/03/2017 , work completed 13/03/2017
The trader replied (on 28/03/2017)
Thank you very much for the fantastic review Mary, sometimes we do come across bad workmanship but we can only be honest if someone has left an appliance not installed correctly so we were very happy to help you in your hour of need, you had Peter Crisp look after your issue from start to finish.
Brilliant job
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Very good. Would recommend.
Jem, Devon Posted on 13/03/2017 , work completed 13/03/2017
The trader replied (on 29/03/2017)
Thank you for the great review Jem, sometimes we come across bad work done by other tradesmen and we have to rectify them. I hope you now know you have a plumber you can trust.
Brilliant job.
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Could not fault South West Plumbing at all. From start to finish our engineer, Peter, was excellent. The job was finished on time and done leaving everything clean. Peter took time to explain everything to me. Would use them again and recommend them to everyone.
Tracey, Devon Posted on 07/04/2017 , work completed 07/04/2017
The trader replied (on 05/05/2017)
Thank you for the great review Tracy, I will pass on the the message to Peter.
Professional & prompt
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Work undertaken efficiently. Will definitely use again and recommend to others.
Lynne, Devon Posted on 20/04/2017 , work completed 20/04/2017
The trader replied (on 16/05/2017)
Thank you for the 5* review Lynne, when you asked us to fit a new towel rail and shower riser kit we thought of one man and his name is Andrei!!
Professional and efficient
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Very pleased with the high standard of service and workmanship. The plumber was very polite and took excellent care in my home. I highly recommend this company.
Rita, Devon Posted on 17/05/2017 , work completed 17/05/2017
The trader replied (on 21/07/2017)
Just what i like to see a 5* review, our plumber and engineers work to a very high standard and our office are a great support behind the scenes.
Fantastic work
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Very pleased with job done. Good work.
Hazel, Devon Posted on 08/05/2017 , work completed 08/05/2017
First class job
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Job was well planned. I was kept informed and consulted at all times. Clean tidy skilled engineers. They were on time. Job finished when they said on time. Any problems were sorted as quickly as they arose. Cannot fault. First class service.
Ken, Devon Posted on 20/06/2017 , work completed 20/06/2017
The trader replied (on 21/07/2017)
This review Ken really shows why we consider ourselves the best in the South West. We have the man power to be big enough to handle all situations while being small enough in size to care about each and every customer. We are very happy you couldn't fault us and we look forward to working with you again soon.
First class!
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Exceeded expectations, highly efficient, polite, considerate & very professional. Thank you.
Heather, Devon Posted on 22/05/2017 , work completed 22/05/2017
Amazing Superb
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Arrived on time finished on time with least amount of disruption superb job. Clean & tidy.
Roger, Devon Posted on 04/07/2017 , work completed 04/07/2017
The trader replied (on 18/08/2017)
Hi Roger, thank you for the 5* review. We really do take care when we are in our customers homes, we have actually very recently completed a video of one of our installers fitting a new boiler and we hope to have it online very soon.
Boiler Fitted - Professional job
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Came to the rescue fitting a new boiler when our old one packed up. Friendly, reliable and prompt service. Fitter was on time, friendly, clean and tidy job. Would definitely recommend and use again.
Sarah, Devon Posted on 07/12/2017 , work completed 07/12/2017
The trader replied (on 16/01/2018)
Thank you for the 5* review Sarah, we like to think we can react to our customers misfortunes and help them at short notice. It was a pleasure installing your new boiler and we hope to see you next year for the first annual service.
Boiler replacement
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Excellent service from initial contact over the phone to office personnel who booked us a prompt visit from Mike to assess the job. Within a week Josh & Andrei came and removed old system, refitted new combi, piping upgraded and left house very tidy. we were happy to go out on the second day and leave the engineers to it. They finished the job on time as promised, only two days before Christmas! Now the new system is in, it really shows how poor the old one was. The new boiler is on for less time but we are so much warmer with all the radiators now working efficiently... We've used these guys before for annual service of boiler and would highly recommend them for all servicing or repair / replacement work. Thanks guys, Colin & Linda
ColinC. Posted on 24/12/2017 , work completed 24/12/2017
The trader replied (on 16/01/2018)
Hello Colin and Linda, it was a very busy end to the year for us but luckily we had a full working week to help us get to all of our customers in need. Every survey Mike completes is very thorough to allow for an easy install, it was actually planned as a four day job but we through two men on it and got it done in half the time so you could have central heating for Christmas, our engineers installed a Worcester Bosch Greenstar ErP 32CDi Compact with the filter added gives you 10 years parts and labour guarantee.
Excellent service
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Our central heating failed in January and we had a prompt response, resulting in a new boiler and upgrade to our system. We have been using this company for 11 years and they have always provided an excellent service at a very fair price.
Ian, Devon Posted on 25/01/2018 , work completed 25/01/2018
Excellent workers
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Very happy with work carried out. Turned up on time. Tidied up afterwards. Would definitely recommend them to friends & family. 100% pleased.
Jen, Devon Posted on 30/05/2018 , work completed 30/05/2018
Professional job
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Neat job professionally executed. Pleasant manner. Would definitely recommend.
Robert, Devon Posted on 25/04/2018 , work completed 25/04/2018