Builder
R. Smith Gardening Services
Trust score
74out of 100
Rating4.8★
Review volume44
Source diversity1 source
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4.8out of 5
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"Really can't recommend Richard enough. He provided an excellent and friendly service and went above and beyond doing a fantastic job - couldn't be happier! Will definitely call again for any garden work in the future"
"I absolutely cannot recommend Richard enough for the work he has done for me. He took great care in everything he did, which I truly appreciated. He was polite, respectful and friendly and very easy to talk to. He also cleaned up after himself and left the garden exactly as he found it. Great work. All around great experience."
"very happy with Richards work. polite and punctual. I would recommend."
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Really can't recommend Richard enough. He provided an excellent and friendly service and went above and beyond doing a fantastic job - couldn't be happier! Will definitely call again for any garden work in the future
very happy with Richards work. polite and punctual. I would recommend.
I absolutely cannot recommend Richard enough for the work he has done for me. He took great care in everything he did, which I truly appreciated. He was polite, respectful and friendly and very easy to talk to. He also cleaned up after himself and left the garden exactly as he found it. Great work. All around great experience.
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