Builder
Oakstead Joinery
Trust score
66out of 100
Rating5.0★
Review volume25
Source diversity1 source
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Verified carpenter in West Wickham, Kent.
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What customers say
5.0out of 5
Highlights
"We recently had our internal doors fitted by Charlie, and we couldn’t be happier with the result. The workmanship is excellent — every door has been hung perfectly. The attention to detail really shows, from the smooth finishes to the neat, tidy hinges and handles. Charlie was professional, punctual, and kept everything clean and organised throughout the job. It’s clear he takes real pride in his work. The whole process was straightforward and stress-free."
"Brilliant workmanship from start to finish. The wardrobe was built exactly as we wanted, with real attention to detail and a flawless finish. Professional, tidy, and reliable throughout the whole process. Couldn’t be happier with the result and would highly recommend to anyone looking for high-quality carpentry."
Detailed reviews
We recently had our internal doors fitted by Charlie, and we couldn’t be happier with the result. The workmanship is excellent — every door has been hung perfectly. The attention to detail really shows, from the smooth finishes to the neat, tidy hinges and handles. Charlie was professional, punctual, and kept everything clean and organised throughout the job. It’s clear he takes real pride in his work. The whole process was straightforward and stress-free.
Brilliant workmanship from start to finish. The wardrobe was built exactly as we wanted, with real attention to detail and a flawless finish. Professional, tidy, and reliable throughout the whole process. Couldn’t be happier with the result and would highly recommend to anyone looking for high-quality carpentry.
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Local context
Rated 5.0★ — above the local average for builders in West Wickham
Across 5 rated builders in West Wickham, the typical rating is 4.6★. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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✓Review volume: 25
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