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Review of recommended builder in The Deepings

Review Date:
30th October 2023

Summary:

External repositioning, resizing and installation of windows. Internal alterations to walls and doors. Strip out and replace kitchen, utility and cloakroom. Install new lighting in a number of rooms. Plaster and redecorate.

 

Comments:

Craig provided a detailed workplan soon after we accepted the quotation. Each step and job was detailed with the days the work would be done. The plan was adhered to every step of the way despite one or two unexpected problems cropping up along the way. Craig and his highly skilled team dealt with everything with a positive, can do attitude. The project was completed on the day as shown on the workplan.

We cannot recommend CDL Builders highly enough.

 

Review of recommended builder in Longthorpe, Peterborough

Review Date:
20th September 2023

Summary:

Extending my house to incorporate the garage into a substantial ground floor extension for kitchen diner, relocate the kitchen into the new area and turn previous kitchen into a lounge and provide a new look garage for storage. 

Comments:

This is the second extension Craig has project managed and built for me.  Having worked with other builders, I fully appreciate Craig's attention to detail, communication, great team, quality of work and commitment to the project.

I fully trusted Craig's advice and guidance when discussing issues that came up, and Craig always gave me thinking time to make decisions, which is incredibly important, given that I am the one left with the output!

Craig is the only builder I have worked with that has kept to the time plan and finished when he said he would.  I felt that I was his priority throughout the build and he was always available to answer any questions that I had.

It's through Craig's planning and attention to detail that enables him to stay on track and on top of his project.

Craig's build quality and brick work is exceptional, you wouldn't know it was extended!  And this goes for all of his commited team that he works with, they are all highly skilled and customer focused.

Craig is without a doubt, my No.1 go to builder.

Now for the crunch issue - value for money! and my answer is absolutely!  Craig's quote was comparable with the two others I received, and that coupled with the things that money can't buy (time keeping, attention to detail, communication etc) it was a no-brainer decision for me.  All expected costs were laid out up front, and the payment scheme refected the completed stages of the project. 

I trust Craig to deliver, what he says he will deliver, to the highest quality standard, and on time.  Based on my past two experiences, I will always recommend Craig.

Review of recommended builder in Bretton, Peterborough

Review Date:
3rd May 2023

Summary:

Removal of old metallic conservatory and building of a new utility room and WC.

Comments:

I can’t praise Craig and his team (John, George, Adamo, Joe, Chinzi, Hayden, Alan and Chris  …. hopefully I haven’t forgotten anyone!) enough. In the last 8 weeks they have been a delight to have on my premises… taking down my old metallic “conservatory”, and building me a super new brick utility room and WC.

Project planned and managed exactly to that plan and cost. I knew exactly who would be on site each and every day. We hit a few inevitable challenges along the way, but I was always kept informed and we agreed together how to resolve them.

The team worked like trojans and in some particularly grim weather – without complaint, from 7am through to 2pm. The quality and standard is second to none, Craig (and team) always strive for perfection and making sure that the customer gets the best outcome.  

In addition to my new extension, my cats also have a new under cover cat run too.

I am absolutely over the moon with the end result, as indeed are the cats. I would happily recommend CDL to anyone and would use them again in a heartbeat.

Thank you guys, sounds odd, but gonna miss you not being around!.

Review of recommended builder in Helpston, Peterborough

Review Date:
24th March 2023

Summary:

A single story extension to end of house.

Comments:

We wanted to create a bedroom downstairs as my legs are no longer working as well as they did. We got some quotes from several builders, however, on first meeting Craig I was very impressed with him and how he explained everything. I knew then he was the man for the job.

Now that the extension is completed, we are over the moon with the results. Craig and his team did an absolutely fantastic job and we cannot fault them.

We would highly recommend CDL Builders without any hesitation.

Review of recommended builder in Peterborough

Review Date:
5th September 2022

Summary:

Craig and his team built a side extension which was of a considerable footprint. The footings were dug out and and concrete laid.

All in all the build was started and finished in 5 weeks to a high standard.

Mark my words, Craig goes the extra mile to make sure the build looks quality and meets your requirements.

 

Comments:

Craig is meticulous down to the last detail, he gives you a precise detailed summary of the build from day to day.

I received a daily briefing as to what going to happen that day, Craig and his team started at 7am and worked through solid till 2pm every day.

Once you have contracted Craig, your build is the only one he will do during the time scale alotted. None of this starting the build and then disapearing for a week or so.

CDL builders aren't the cheapest by any means but he isn't the most expensive either. You get what you pay for and never fear it will be money well spent.

I shall be using CDL builders again, I don't think I could go elsewhere now. 10/10

Review of recommended builder in Bourne

Review Date:
1st July 2022

Summary:

Build utility room and new dining room.

Comments:

Craig was recommended by work colleagues. From the first time he came to our property and onwards he never let us down.

Craig and John and all of his team were extremely reliable, polite and considerate to our needs.

Their work is of the highest standard possible; Craig had the forthought to plan in all future mobility needs.

Craig said from the start he would turn up on day 1 and come everyday until the work was completed to our satisfaction day 63.

He gave us a full written itinerary and payment plan, we knew exactly from week to week what they were doing and the times they would arrive including deliveries of materials.

They all showed great respect for our property cleaning up daily leaving it safe for our dog and young grandchildren.

We cannot fault any of the work Craig and his team have done for us.

All his work is of the best quality and I have no problem recommending him and his team as I already have done to other work colleagues.

You will not find anyone better.

Review of recommended builder in Stanground, Peterborough

Review Date:
27th June 2022

Summary:

Request for a slope/ramp to give disabled access to rear garden.

Comments:

As I am partially disabled we asked Craig if he could build a slope/ramp (replacing some steps from a patio) which would enable me to access the main part of our rear garden.  Craig provided us with a quotation, which was acceptable, and he and John carried out the initial work a few weeks ago by building a concrete slope/ramp (which is suitable for a wheelchair if needed) and it was left to 'dry out'.  Today they returned to finish the work by installing metal handrails.  We are very pleased with the work and the finished result.  

We would certainly not hesitate to recommend Craig and John to anyone who requires building work.

Review of recommended builders in Langtoft, Peterborough

Review Date:
7th June 2022

Summary:

Rebuilding existing external steps.

Comments:

Excellent job at rebuilding existing steps. Professional and friendly advice throughout. Prompt and reliable communications. Craig and John were a pleasure to work with. 

Review of recommended builder in Oundle

Review Date:
19th November 2021

Summary:

  • Restoration and remodelling of bedroom, stairway and bathroom in a historic building.
  • Painstaking preservation of features and materials within a practical modern update.
  • Removal of 20th-century internal walls to reinstate large  bedroom space with exposed timber roof frame.
  • Creation of beautiful new wooden banisters.
  • Installation of soundproofing floor underlay.
  • Installation of new radiator.
  • Electrical and lighting refit.

Comments:

We've been incredibly fortunate to have had Craig and his excellent team take on a major interior renovation project in our home - and execute it flawlessly. We cannot recommend CDL Builders highly enough, with appreciation for:

  1. Their high quality standards.
  2. Their reliability and dedication to the job.
  3. Their excellent project management, communication and flexibility.

The team were able to accommodate the challenges of the job with great skill and imagination. We had total confidence in their professionalism and expertise at every step. It was quite simply a pleasure to a pleasure to have them around. Thank you Craig and the whole team!

Review of recommended builder in Eye, Peterborough

Review Date:
9th September 2021

Summary:

One story extension with bifold doors and vaulted roof. All electrics, plastering and plumbing included.

Comments:

Craig and his team are unquestionably professional, friendly, highly skilled and above all, reliable and punctual. They deliver an excellent standard of work and customer service.  Craig himself is a superb project manager who strives to deliver on time, even when asked to add extras to the scope of the work. They undoubtedly go the extra mile and have produced high quality with no worry.

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