Builder
McKays Building Services
Trust score
79out of 100
Rating5.0★
Review volume53
Source diversity1 source
VerificationListed
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Reviews · public evidence
What the public record says
5.0out of 5
Highlights
"Superb results from McKays Building Services today, who completed some permanent posts, erected for me to mount some new signage too. Showed up on time, all equipment for the job ready to go, worked quickly and efficiently, and even left the area in a tidier state than it was to begin with. Will be working with them again for any further work I have in this area."
"Ben and the team refurbished our garage. That including replacing the roof; building a new garage door, wall, counter and shelving; replacing another door; electrics and lights; painting; fixing the wall, and a lot of other bits. It was a fantastic experience. The team, including the specialist trades, were all, skilled, punctual, tidy and efficient. They made sure they knew what we wanted to achieve and delivered it. They stuck to the budget and when we asked for additions Ben made sure we all knew what it would cost. Couldn't be happier and would definitely use them again."
"I had a bedroom ceiling plastered, the guys were great. They did a great job. Am really pleased with the work carried out. Arrived on time, cleared up and even cleaned the walls down after. Certainly would recommend this team. Very polite and professional while in my home. Thanks guys 🙏"
Detailed reviews
Superb results from McKays Building Services today, who completed some permanent posts, erected for me to mount some new signage too. Showed up on time, all equipment for the job ready to go, worked quickly and efficiently, and even left the area in a tidier state than it was to begin with. Will be working with them again for any further work I have in this area.
Ben and the team refurbished our garage. That including replacing the roof; building a new garage door, wall, counter and shelving; replacing another door; electrics and lights; painting; fixing the wall, and a lot of other bits. It was a fantastic experience. The team, including the specialist trades, were all, skilled, punctual, tidy and efficient. They made sure they knew what we wanted to achieve and delivered it. They stuck to the budget and when we asked for additions Ben made sure we all knew what it would cost. Couldn't be happier and would definitely use them again.
I had a bedroom ceiling plastered, the guys were great. They did a great job. Am really pleased with the work carried out. Arrived on time, cleared up and even cleaned the walls down after. Certainly would recommend this team. Very polite and professional while in my home. Thanks guys 🙏
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Local context
Rated 5.0★ — in line with the local average for builders in RAMSGATE
Across 12 rated builders in RAMSGATE, 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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✓Review volume: 53
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