Builder
H Meadows Building Services
Trust score
79out of 100
Rating5.0★
Review volume142
Source diversity1 source
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Verified builder in Southsea, Hampshire.
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What customers say
5.0out of 5
Highlights
"Contacted Hugh initially to give advice on intended project. first impression he was polite & knowledgeable Hugh advised on structural engineer & building control once work was approved he removed load bearing wall , ( installation of post steel / cross steel) removed & bricked up door …. Making good surroundings area & cleaned up at the end of each day Job was completed within specified time frame & within agreed budget"
"Hugh recently fitted an upstairs PVC window. The window looks very good. All clean and tidy and reasonably priced. Excellent job!"
"Hugh has a vast experience in the building trade and I would not use anyone else to work on my house. He rebuilt our garden wall using as many of the original bricks to keep cost down. He is tidy, reliable and always completes his work to a high standard."
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Contacted Hugh initially to give advice on intended project. first impression he was polite & knowledgeable Hugh advised on structural engineer & building control once work was approved he removed load bearing wall , ( installation of post steel / cross steel) removed & bricked up door …. Making good surroundings area & cleaned up at the end of each day Job was completed within specified time frame & within agreed budget
Hugh recently fitted an upstairs PVC window. The window looks very good. All clean and tidy and reasonably priced. Excellent job!
Hugh has a vast experience in the building trade and I would not use anyone else to work on my house. He rebuilt our garden wall using as many of the original bricks to keep cost down. He is tidy, reliable and always completes his work to a high standard.
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Local context
Rated 5.0★ — in line with the local average for builders in Southsea
Across 12 rated builders in Southsea, 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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✓Rating: 5.0★
✓Review volume: 142
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