Architect
PAD
Trust score
59out of 100
Rating4.9★
Review volumeLow · 12
Source diversity1 source
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About
Verified architectural services in New Cross Gate, London.
Services they list
3D Architectural ModelsArchitectural DrawingsArchitectural TechnicianPlanning / DesignPlanning ConsultantsTechnical Drawing
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
4.9out of 5
How Checkatrade customers rate them (out of 10)
Reliability9.8
Communication9.8
Quality of work9.9
Highlights
"Our builder commented on how clear and practical the drawings were, which made the whole process smoother. Shows real knowledge of building methods. Would absolutely recommend!"
"PAD produced a set of highly intricate designs for my new three-bedroom home on a very challenging and sensitive plot in the Clapham Common Conservation Area, right next to a terrace of listed buildings. The level of care, creativity, and technical detail was outstanding – I was really impressed with how the design managed to balance contemporary living with the historic setting. I’d thoroughly recommend their services."
"Very knowledgeable and patient, nothing was too much trouble. The whole process felt smooth and professional. I'd happily use them again."
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Showing the 3 reviews we hold full text for. The 12 headline total is the review volume reported across PAD’s public review sources.
Very knowledgeable and patient, nothing was too much trouble. The whole process felt smooth and professional. I'd happily use them again.
Our builder commented on how clear and practical the drawings were, which made the whole process smoother. Shows real knowledge of building methods. Would absolutely recommend!
PAD produced a set of highly intricate designs for my new three-bedroom home on a very challenging and sensitive plot in the Clapham Common Conservation Area, right next to a terrace of listed buildings. The level of care, creativity, and technical detail was outstanding – I was really impressed with how the design managed to balance contemporary living with the historic setting. I’d thoroughly recommend their services.
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Public review evidence4.9★ from 12 public reviewsAcross CheckatradeCheckatrade
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Active right now3 reviews in the last year — actively working and being reviewed.
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✓Rating: 4.9★
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!Review volume: Low · 12
!Source diversity: 1 source
!Verification: Listed
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What do customers say about PAD?
PAD has 12 public reviews, averaging 4.9 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How is PAD rated on reliability and quality?
On Checkatrade, customers rate PAD by category: Reliability 9.8 out of 10, Communication 9.8 out of 10, Quality of work 9.9 out of 10. These are per-category scores from real published reviews — they show where PAD is strongest, not just the overall average.
Is PAD still actively working?
PAD has 3 public reviews dated within the last 12 months, a recent sign that the business is still active and taking on new work.
What does PAD specialise in?
PAD lists specialist services including 3D Architectural Models, Architectural Drawings, Architectural Technician, Planning / Design, Planning Consultants, Technical Drawing. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
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