Carpenter
James Cloake
Trust score
55out of 100
Rating5.0★
Review volumeLow · 3
Source diversity1 source
VerificationListed
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About
Verified painter / decorator in London, London.
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What customers say
5.0out of 5
Highlights
"I would recommend Jim to anyone, he’s absolutely first rate as a guy and as a decorator. Really efficient, lots of skills and we’re always happy with the result. Have used him many times."
"Excellent work, attention to detail, neat and tidy and finished to a very high standard. James was always reliable and friendly and really went the extra mile, taking great pride in his work. Highly recommended."
"I got the paint that I wanted for both rooms he advised me on what finishes I would need. He was prompt, clean and tidy he had help on one of the days with a nice young chap. Felt like he was in and out I did ask him on some advice on other rooms he was very helpful all in all I would definitely use him again."
Detailed reviews
I would recommend Jim to anyone, he’s absolutely first rate as a guy and as a decorator. Really efficient, lots of skills and we’re always happy with the result. Have used him many times.
Excellent work, attention to detail, neat and tidy and finished to a very high standard. James was always reliable and friendly and really went the extra mile, taking great pride in his work. Highly recommended.
I got the paint that I wanted for both rooms he advised me on what finishes I would need. He was prompt, clean and tidy he had help on one of the days with a nice young chap. Felt like he was in and out I did ask him on some advice on other rooms he was very helpful all in all I would definitely use him again.
Local context
Rated 5.0★ — in line with the local average for carpenters in Lewisham
Across 11 rated carpenters in Lewisham, the typical rating is 5.0★. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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✓Rating: 5.0★
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!Review volume: Low · 3
!Source diversity: 1 source
!Verification: Listed
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