Builder
Woodwork & Media Walls
Trust score
79out of 100
Rating5.0★
Review volume79
Source diversity1 source
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Verified carpenter in Basildon.
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What customers say
5.0out of 5
Highlights
"I’m really pleased with the work done on my stairs. He replaced the stair railing and completely got rid of all the creaks in both the stairs and banister they now feel solid and secure. I also had our centre island moved and adapted to fit under the stairs. Very professional, clearly knowledgeable and took the time to explain what he was doing. He was also genuinely lovely to chat to which made the whole experience even better. The workmanship is excellent and everything was left clean and tidy. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him."
"I have used wood work and media, a few times, latest job was 2 out door gates, made to a very high standard also installed a hand rail due to mobility issues, sorted out a media wall, layed flooring, updated my stair banister, as it was a 1960s one which was not safe, and decorated lounge, hall and landing. Everything was up to a very high standard and within time frames given by Malcolm."
"I've used Malcolm previously for my built in wardrobes so I had no hesitation in asking him to build my media wall in my Living Room. We couldn't be more happy with the wall and shelves that he has built along with fitting the electric fire. He was punctual every day, every day we would get a summary of what was done and what needed to be done. We would also get advice where needed but he would make sure its what we wanted.First class job already lined him up for more work next year. Thanks Mal"
Detailed reviews
I’m really pleased with the work done on my stairs. He replaced the stair railing and completely got rid of all the creaks in both the stairs and banister they now feel solid and secure. I also had our centre island moved and adapted to fit under the stairs. Very professional, clearly knowledgeable and took the time to explain what he was doing. He was also genuinely lovely to chat to which made the whole experience even better. The workmanship is excellent and everything was left clean and tidy. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him.
I have used wood work and media, a few times, latest job was 2 out door gates, made to a very high standard also installed a hand rail due to mobility issues, sorted out a media wall, layed flooring, updated my stair banister, as it was a 1960s one which was not safe, and decorated lounge, hall and landing. Everything was up to a very high standard and within time frames given by Malcolm.
I've used Malcolm previously for my built in wardrobes so I had no hesitation in asking him to build my media wall in my Living Room. We couldn't be more happy with the wall and shelves that he has built along with fitting the electric fire. He was punctual every day, every day we would get a summary of what was done and what needed to be done. We would also get advice where needed but he would make sure its what we wanted.First class job already lined him up for more work next year. Thanks Mal
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Local context
Rated 5.0★ — above the local average for builders in Basildon
Across 22 rated builders in Basildon, the typical rating is 4.9★. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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