Architect
Graceful Plastering & Building Services
Trust score
79out of 100
Rating5.0★
Review volume183
Source diversity1 source
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What customers say
5.0out of 5
Highlights
"Excellent service from the team. Would thoroughly recommend. A professional service. All work completed to specification and on time. Site left clean and tidy."
"This is our fourth project with Graceful Plastering and by far the biggest. After fantastic results before, I was thrilled when Michael took on our full flat refurb: two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a new kitchen, and repainting. Michael & Andrew’s craft and care shine through every detail. They’re accommodating, solution-driven, and never see anything as too much trouble. Their attention to detail and thoughtful guidance turn good work into truly exceptional results. One word defines Graceful Plastering: trust. It’s rare these days, but with Michael & Andrew, I know the job will be done right."
"I highly recommend this firm. Michael and Andrew have transformed my retirement1 flat so that it feels bright, more spacious and much better adapted to my needs. A perfect job . They have shown respect and consideration and while offering advice about options have always been keen to do things according to my wishes. They are very competent, careful and tidy, taking pride in what they do and focused on seeking the best and most workable solutions that also look good. They are multiskilled, professional and kind. Thanks, guys."
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Excellent service from the team. Would thoroughly recommend. A professional service. All work completed to specification and on time. Site left clean and tidy.
This is our fourth project with Graceful Plastering and by far the biggest. After fantastic results before, I was thrilled when Michael took on our full flat refurb: two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a new kitchen, and repainting. Michael & Andrew’s craft and care shine through every detail. They’re accommodating, solution-driven, and never see anything as too much trouble. Their attention to detail and thoughtful guidance turn good work into truly exceptional results. One word defines Graceful Plastering: trust. It’s rare these days, but with Michael & Andrew, I know the job will be done right.
I highly recommend this firm. Michael and Andrew have transformed my retirement1 flat so that it feels bright, more spacious and much better adapted to my needs. A perfect job . They have shown respect and consideration and while offering advice about options have always been keen to do things according to my wishes. They are very competent, careful and tidy, taking pride in what they do and focused on seeking the best and most workable solutions that also look good. They are multiskilled, professional and kind. Thanks, guys.
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Local context
Rated 5.0★ — above the local average for architects in Barnet
Across 13 rated architects in Barnet, 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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