Architect
Brookes Carpentry
Trust score
79out of 100
Rating5.0★
Review volume224
Source diversity1 source
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Verified carpenter in Southampton.
Reviews · public evidence
What the public record says
5.0out of 5
Highlights
"Dan fitted a new loft hatch and ladder for us. It’s been a godsend and made the loft more accessible and a lot safer getting stuff in and out of the loft. Workmanship was top quality as always and competitively priced, which is why we use Brookes Carpentry on a regular basis."
"Dan installed new flooring throughout the ground floor with all new skirtings and architraves, The work was carried out to a high standard, Dan left each day clean and tidy. Would highly recommend!"
"Dan did a great job, he is very knowledgeable and created a fantastic book case."
Detailed reviews
Dan fitted a new loft hatch and ladder for us. It’s been a godsend and made the loft more accessible and a lot safer getting stuff in and out of the loft. Workmanship was top quality as always and competitively priced, which is why we use Brookes Carpentry on a regular basis.
Dan installed new flooring throughout the ground floor with all new skirtings and architraves, The work was carried out to a high standard, Dan left each day clean and tidy. Would highly recommend!
Dan did a great job, he is very knowledgeable and created a fantastic book case.
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Local context
Rated 5.0★ — in line with the local average for architects in Southampton
Across 56 rated architects in Southampton, the typical rating is 4.9★. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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✓Review volume: 224
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