Architect
G & J Solutions Ltd
Trust score
77out of 100
Rating4.8★
Review volume65
Source diversity1 source
VerificationListed
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Verified driveways / patios / paths in Poole.
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What customers say
4.8out of 5
Highlights
"The block paving drive was done in a excellent and professional way, the workers were very professional and friendly and polite couldn't wish for a better crew, i would highly recommend them to family and friends"
"Top bloke, really good work done on our garage roof 👍🏻👍🏻"
"excellent service prompt and done a quick excellent job on time and as required"
Detailed reviews
excellent service prompt and done a quick excellent job on time and as required
The block paving drive was done in a excellent and professional way, the workers were very professional and friendly and polite couldn't wish for a better crew, i would highly recommend them to family and friends
Top bloke, really good work done on our garage roof 👍🏻👍🏻
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Local context
Rated 4.8★ — in line with the local average for architects in Poole
Across 17 rated architects in Poole, the typical rating is 4.8★. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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Public review evidence4.8★ from 65 public reviewsCheckatrade
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✓Rating: 4.8★
✓Review volume: 65
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!Source diversity: 1 source
!Verification: Listed
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