Architect
James May's Plastering and Construction Services
Trust score
79out of 100
Rating5.0★
Review volume109
Source diversity1 source
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Verified plasterer in Eastleigh.
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What customers say
5.0out of 5
Highlights
"I have no hesitation in recommending James and his team who undertook work to strip and refurbish one of my bedrooms including boarding & plastering the ceiling, skimming the walls, fitting replacement skirting and fitting a new radiator. James ensured that I was fully informed of progress at each stage of the project. James was very thorough and the work was undertaken to a high standard. James and his team were friendly & polite, and very helpful & tidy. I will definitely be using James again for future improvement projects in my home."
"Really top guy , good work , no complaints of any kind, would recommend and already looking at using again for some other work"
"James has been great, getting multiple rooms prepped and plastered ready for decoration in our new home. Professional throughout with regular photos and updates of progress made. Would highly recommend."
Detailed reviews
I have no hesitation in recommending James and his team who undertook work to strip and refurbish one of my bedrooms including boarding & plastering the ceiling, skimming the walls, fitting replacement skirting and fitting a new radiator. James ensured that I was fully informed of progress at each stage of the project. James was very thorough and the work was undertaken to a high standard. James and his team were friendly & polite, and very helpful & tidy. I will definitely be using James again for future improvement projects in my home.
James has been great, getting multiple rooms prepped and plastered ready for decoration in our new home. Professional throughout with regular photos and updates of progress made. Would highly recommend.
Really top guy , good work , no complaints of any kind, would recommend and already looking at using again for some other work
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Local context
Rated 5.0★ — in line with the local average for architects in Eastleigh
Across 8 rated architects in Eastleigh, 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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