Roofer
Handy Sweeps
Trust score
78out of 100
Rating5.0★
Review volume278
Source diversity1 source
VerificationListed
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About
Verified chimney sweep in Walton-on-Trent, Swadlincote, Derbyshire.
Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
5.0out of 5
Highlights
"we had Shay and Mike (handy sweeps) come and fit two burners for us. the first one was tricky, we didn't know what was behind the original fire place and once removed we asked to change the plans considerably, the response we got was nothing short of exceptional. They adapted and with the up most professionalism amended the plans to deliver what we wanted. the second burner was a straight install and again displayed professionalism and high quality workmanship. they are both really nice chaps and I would not hesitate in contacting them for advice or having them return for additional work."
"Mike was excellent, his knowledge is exceptional. He is always on time and professional. Would highly recommend their services. Sends a message once a year to remind me that the log burner needs servicing. A really good company!"
Detailed reviews
The work was carried out extremely well by Handy Sweeps but was badly let down by by their choice of scaffolders who have still not taken it down despite many promises from them. The next scrappy that comes along can have it and Handy Sweeps are telling me they can do no more. Very poor as my contract was with Handy Sweeps.
we had Shay and Mike (handy sweeps) come and fit two burners for us. the first one was tricky, we didn't know what was behind the original fire place and once removed we asked to change the plans considerably, the response we got was nothing short of exceptional. They adapted and with the up most professionalism amended the plans to deliver what we wanted. the second burner was a straight install and again displayed professionalism and high quality workmanship. they are both really nice chaps and I would not hesitate in contacting them for advice or having them return for additional work.
Mike was excellent, his knowledge is exceptional. He is always on time and professional. Would highly recommend their services. Sends a message once a year to remind me that the log burner needs servicing. A really good company!
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Local context
Rated 5.0★ — in line with the local average for roofers in Swadlincote
Across 18 rated roofers in Swadlincote, 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: 278
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