Reviews of CDL Builders

On the 20th August 2025 a further phase of work began, focusing on the removal and replastering of bedroom ceilings that still featured artex, along with the installation of spotlights in some rooms, replacing the traditional central rose light. Each bedroom was redecorated and fitted with new carpets, with the second bedroom designated as my book room or library. The final task was to redecorate the lounge, the last portion of the ground floor not dealt with in 2024 as it was being used to store furniture and other items during the renovation project. This was completed by the 17th of October.

I am again thoroughly delighted with the results. Craig is superb in the management of his team of trades people.

In the space of a year and two weeks the whole of my house has been upgraded. Martin, one of Craig’s team was separately engaged to replace the ensuite and main bathrooms.

Last year I finally decided that my house needed a new kitchen and a general update. I didn’t want to replace the kitchen on the 1992 floor layout but wanted something larger and more open plan, in line with current ideas and layouts. After thoroughly discussing my needs and exploring various options, we finalised on

a plan for major alterations to the ground floor. The kitchen was extended into the dining room and garage. A utility room and study were also built.

Other work included alterations to the staircase allowing the cloakroom to be expanded to includes a shower. Essentially, the entire downstairs, except for the lounge, was remodelled between the 7th of October 2024 and the 13th of December.

In addition, a dormer window was installed on one of the rear bedrooms to increase the headroom and make it more useable.

I was thoroughly impressed with Craig's work, which led me to discuss the possibility of having a summer house or garden room on the left side of the garden. Ultimately, we opted for a single storey extension, four metres deep added on to the dining room. The bifold doors were relocated, and on the right hand elevation two long, narrow windows were installed. Additionally, two long, horizontal window, about ten inches tall, were installed high up in the left wall of the extension and also in the dining room. This design, complemented by a large Velux roof window that automatically closes when it rains, significantly enhances the room's natural light. Other works included an extensive new patio and a superb oak pergola. This second project commenced on 6th May 2025 and was completed by 27th June. 

I cannot praise Craig enough; he is clever, remarkably well organised and very professional. Before each project started I had a written plan outlining what was happening each day, which trade was on site and what they were doing. This just emphasises Craig’s great organisational abilities and project management skills.

I am thoroughly delighted with the results, which are of the highest quality. I have no reservations in recommending Craig, CDL Builders and his team; their work is outstanding.

Craig and his highly skilled team of tradesmen were outstanding from the planning stage of the project right through to completion. Communication was key. When issues arose (as they always doing when working on old properties) solutions were found. I knew what was happening day by day and week by week and who was working on any given day.

Good early starts every day and no one was ever late. This is testament to Craig's detailed planning and scheduling. The skill levels of Craig's team was second to none. Project came in on agreed price and on time.

Without hesitation I would recommend CDL Builders every time.

A totally professional job completed. Clear communication throughout, all work was to a very high standard.

Would fully recommend Craig and his team for their high standard of work and skills shown throughout the completion of the job.

Excellent work, always on time and friendly personable crew. 

From my observations Craig himself is a bricklayer and ground worker of exceptional standard and couples that with excellent project management. Prior to starting work he liaised with me over several months to ensure that the approved plans could be enhanced to achieve maximum benefit; and many months in advance of the works starting he presented a detailed timetable and costings, both of which have been kept to fully.

As a local builder of many years experience he has assembled a group of fellow professionals/craftsmen (e.g., carpenter, window-fitter, plasterer, plumber, roofer) with whom he regularly works, all of whom operate to a very high standard and share his desire to get things exactly right. Their input too is booked many months in advance, with the result that they can be relied upon to turn up at the right time. Even those whose involvement was minimal (e.g., the scaffolder) performed their task to a very high standard and on time. 

In my experience Craig will never cut corners - he always wants the work to be done properly and errs on the side of ensuring that that is the case. As the customer, there are many important decisions to be made along the way, and he always gives advance notice of those so that there is thinking time.

We would like to point out the excellent work carried out by Craig and team. Everything we agreed on was done to a tee and we are very happy. 

Cannot fault any of the team with keeping us up to date with procedures and time schedule.

Thank you so much to you Craig and team.

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.

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 reflected 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.

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!.