Builder
Owen Improvements
Trust score
77out of 100
Rating4.8★
Review volume61
Source diversity1 source
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4.8out of 5
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"Great experience with Tom Owen and his colleagues when they came ro re-roof our kitchen and outbuildings, repair a rafter in our attic and install a garden gate. They were all really polite, friendly and tidy, turned up on time and the job was really well done. Nothing seemed to be too much trouble, he was very communicative and quick to respond if I had any queries. After many, many negative experiences lately with tradespeople, it was refreshing to have such a positive one with Owen Improvements and I will certainly be using them again!"
"Bathroom refurb Great workmanship from the team, they worked tirelessly to complete the work in time and to a high standard. Really pleased."
"very responsive and timely, good communication, and spot on job. would reccommed."
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very responsive and timely, good communication, and spot on job. would reccommed.
Great experience with Tom Owen and his colleagues when they came ro re-roof our kitchen and outbuildings, repair a rafter in our attic and install a garden gate. They were all really polite, friendly and tidy, turned up on time and the job was really well done. Nothing seemed to be too much trouble, he was very communicative and quick to respond if I had any queries. After many, many negative experiences lately with tradespeople, it was refreshing to have such a positive one with Owen Improvements and I will certainly be using them again!
Bathroom refurb Great workmanship from the team, they worked tirelessly to complete the work in time and to a high standard. Really pleased.
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