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Antiques and mid-century pieces.
Karen was a pleasure to deal with. She brought my grandma’s chairs back to life and found us a lovely table.
A fantastic job at an excellent price!
from Lyndsey (Oct, 2023)
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Washercare
www.washercare.co.uk
01332 556593from Cathy T + Niki G
Appliance Medic
www.theappliancemedic.co.uk
01332 470990Very professional and courteous and knows his job well.
Specialises in Neff but other ovens also in scope.
from Laura B (2022)
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Austins Kitchens
www.austinskitchens.com
07971 194387Bathroom was done about 10 years ago and kichen last year.
He is polite and hard working and has done excellent work in my house. Would happily recommend.from Susie K (June, 2024)
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Broadway Bike Services
262 Broadway
07798 652770Jim Lacy’s cycle repair service is excellent. Very quick and the price was so reasonable. My old bike has been given a new lease of life!
from Isobel (March 2024)
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Chaddesden Furniture & Carpets
A family firm, great value for money and every carpet they’ve fitted for me has lasted so well.
from Diana B
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Derby Sweep
07754 857957
from Kerri W
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Rachael’s Secret Tearoom
www.rachaelssecrettearoom.co.uk
07931 611485Supply afternoon tea with vintage china or picnic/afternoon tea food
from Laura T (Jan 2024)
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www.brightandbeautifulhome.com
from Keeley R
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Ollie
07498 374540
Ollie came to unblock our drains and was helpful and didn’t waste any time on the job.
He left the area neat and tidy and is reasonably priced.
Would highly recommend
from Michelle & Pete (Dec 2023)
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JH Electrical
https://jhelectrical.co.uk
01509 557583Very good service!
from Sarah H
Raynors Electrical Servicesraynorselectricalservices@gmail.com
Ian is highly recommended
from Josie at the Creaky Floorboard
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Gary Gough Tiling Ltd
07971 022863
Tiler specialising in Minton Floor Repair.
from Jude S
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Paul Downes
01332 609140/07792 962129
Lives in Six Streets. Lovely guy
from JennyD
Russell Fountain
07896 866238
Highly recommend him as a gardener
from Ken & Jenny
Betel Gardenshttps://www.betelgardens.co.uk
Fitted sleepers in our garden several years ago, were highly professional and did an excellent job. They are a national charity who teach landscape gardening skills to people who have struggled with addiction and homelessness. Friends in Derby have used their services too and have been very happy with their work.
from Cathy (2022)
Please get in touch if a Trade Recommendation is out of date or if you have one to be added.
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Horizon Plumbers
01332 691105Did our gas boiler
from Sam V
Roberts Gas & Heating
01332 728360 or 07897 701813.We’ve had excellent work on our boiler carried out by Tom Roberts. Very happy to keep your old boiler going if it makes economic sense and searches hard for spare parts which may not be easily available. Installs new heating systems.
from Cathy
Andrew Sherratt
07968 286708He came round quickly to check it even though it was just a small job. And fitted it in the next day. I recommend him – super personable
from Brett L
R&R Pumbing & Heating Derby Ltd
01332 554883/ 07905 364694
Richard regularly services our boiler and gas fires. He has fitted a new radiator, new taps and replaced the waste pipe for our washing machine. He even came out on a Sunday to replace a leaking lead pipe in the kitchen ceiling.
from Jane G (Nov 2022)
PlumbRite Ltd
martyndmoore@gmail.com
07966 162145/ 01332 552485Martyn Moore has just replaced our boiler, hot water tank and pump for our very outdated heating system. He updated other aspects of the system resulting in a far superior product.
He is pleasant, competent and extremely conscientious with an eye for detail. His pricing is fair and transparent. What more could we ask? We can certainly recommend him.
from Irene B. (Feb 2023)
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Gutter Pro
https://www.gutterpro.co.uk/gutter-cleaning-derby/
07470 735232/ 01332 895069Ed did a very efficient and tidy job unblocking my gutters and took before and after photos.
from Jenny D
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MWalker
www.mwhms.co.uk
07506 444574Work done includes plumbing, flooring, tiling, electrical, shelving, decorating, guttering, water butts, locks, stud walls, curtain rods …
Mike was prompt and dealt with the task at hand and was very pleasant to deal with
from Alf F (May 2022)
Mr Walker completed all the small tasks I had for him. He is a very good worker and a gentleman as well.
from Jessica (Sept 2022)
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Premier Security Derby
Phil Tivey - 01332 833837
Phil fixed my house alarm. Would highly recommend Phil for all kinds of home and car security
from Jean B.
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Phillip Moss
dpmoss34@gmail.com
07538 959450Phil conducted the funeral service for our mother. He worked very closely with us to put together the service and eulogy that we wanted. A friend said afterwards that it felt like a very personal service.
from Mike P (Aug 2022)
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Neville Brothers
nevillebrothers@btinternet.com
Very highly recommended esp for woodwind - often busy so you may have to wait
from Vicky (2022)
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Archtop Joinery
http://www.archtopjoinery.co.uk
01629 826638Kitchens, doors and sash windows made.
Excellent quality. Small firm based near Wirksworth
from Cathy T
D Daniel Joinery
d_daniel008@hotmail.com
01773742715/ 07946151779(1) Big recommendation! Two kitchens, many doors, bespoke fitted storage and more!
from Laura R
(2) Has worked for quite a few people in the Six Streets area. A time-served carpenter/joiner, majoring in complex and specialized joinery.
from Isabel (June2022)
Craig Fletcher
https://www.theworkshopderby.co.uk
07889 797530Craig also works at The Workshop so can contact him via there too.
Recommended for fitted units/shelving
from Jen S
James Marley Carpentry and Joinery Services
https://www.facebook.com/p/James-Marley-Carpentry-Joinery-Services-100057417881119/
01332 558464/ 07971 227665James has fitted a new front door, surround and glazing, new interior doors and replaced a broken spindle to match the original ones on the stairs. He replaced a rotten joist and floorboards below the Minton tiled hall floor near the front door, gaining access via a confined space in the cellar.
from Jane G (Nov 2022)
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Bernard Toon
https://toonslocksmiths.co.uk
01332 233425by Frankie S (Jan 2024)
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JW Joinery
http://www.jwjoinery.co.uk/loft-conversion
Having used many builders/joiners in my time, this team exceeded all expectations!
They specialise in what you’re planning.from Kellan and also Lucy & Elly
A7 Loft Conversions
Couldn’t fault them to be honest. I was sceptical about builders in general before work commenced, now thoroughly recommend them
from Lesley
Construction Design Consultancy
www.cdsconsulting.co.uk
0115 922 9491Completed our loft conversion and kitchen extension
from Ian M
Structural Engineer/ Surveyor
Andy Hudson
andy@hudsonstructuraldesign.co.uk
07596 258286from Chris D
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Derbyshire Mortgage Services
Michelle Woolley
01332 554098MIchelle has always been fantastic at arranging our mortgage for us, whether we’ve moved, needed to renew or to sort our buy-to-let. Always recommend her to family and friends who also speak very highly of the service she provides.
from Julie (Aug 2023)
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Ovens 1st Cleaning
Mark
https://www.ovens1stcleaning.co.uk
07714 319723from Amanda (Oct 2023)
Oven Clean
https://www.ovenclean.com/professional-oven-cleaner/david-dickinson/
David Dickinson was great!
from Rachel (Oct 2023)
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Kevin Haslam
07835 734602
Highly recommended
from Bel H
Jeff
07941 185182
(1) Brilliant and great value for money!
from Jenna N
(2) Jeff did a great job. He was super clean and tidy and he completed the job in record time and at a very reasonable price. I would highly recommend him.
from Isabel (Nov 2023)
Brush Strokes
Dave Layton
07885 367418We were delighted with the painting job that Dave did for our hall, stairs and landing. His communication with us was excellent. Neat & tidy job. We would highly recommend him.
from Linda (Aug 2023)
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Ryan from PDS
07984 108210
British Sign Language qualified!
Peter
07814 434259
A really good plasterer and he is local too.
from Elly S & Dilafruz E
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Andrew Sherratt
07968286708
(1) He came round quickly to check it even though it was just a small job. And fitted it in the next day. I recommend him – super personable.
from Brett L
(2) came out at short notice to deal with plumbing problems, fixed them and charged a v reasonable amount
from Nick W
(3) Fitted new shower and sorted out some taps. We will definitely call him again when we need a plumber as he is very personable. An excellent communicator with reasonable prices and tidy!
from Julia F
(4) Previously used Andrew to replace taps, now had a great response from him in an emergency. Came at very short notice at a very busy time and replaced a section of leaking pipework. Many thanks to him.
from Graheme
(5) Recommend Andrew Sherrat as plumber, did a particularly difficult job in our house a while ago.
from Des
(6) Also recommended by Catharine F
The No. 1 Ladies’ Plumbing Agency01332 361930/ 07792 106564
Sam did an excellent job for me. She responded promptly to my communications in the lead up to the job. She was very efficient and pleasant and completed the job efficiently and with the minimum of fuss. I am pleased to recommend her.
from Jenny (March 2022)
Dial a Rod
Steve
01332 290000
www.dial-a-rodltd.co.ukReplaced original drainage at rear of the property, put surface drainage channels in patio and replaced a leaking gully which was causing rainwater to leak into the cellar. All work completed within the time specified and everything left neat and tidy at the end of the working day, with all rubbish removed.
from Jane G (Nov 2022)
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Easy Move
They moved us in the middle of the “Beast from the East” from Derby to Devon. True pros and great value for money
from Jenna N (2018)
Man with a Van
‘Dan with a Van’
07568 147339(1) Lovely fellow...
from Dave M
(2) Dan moved a loft full of my daughter’s possessions from my house to Oxford. The stairs to my loft are a bit tortuous but Dan coped with them with ease. He was very good at communicating before the job and was, as Dave M says, ‘a lovely fellow’ very friendly and helpful and a pleasure to do business with.
from Jenny D (November 2023)
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Ark Roofing
Simon
07830 526271We have a flat roof extension that decided to leak 4 days before Christmas. Simon was really responsive and quoted us the next day. He also shuffled his work schedule around to ensure the leak was not prolonged. The roof was repaired between Christmas and new year, with a 25 year guarantee.
from Debbie (Feb 2023)
R P Roofing Services
Ryan
07751 942203Used these guys recently, highly recommended
from Andy (Dec 2023)
John Coulbourne, Lawn Building Services07712 547482
As well as roofs, will rebuild walls and work on garden designs! Very much recommended.
from Margot (Feb 2024)
CNN Scaffolding
07931 898771
Highly recommended
from Gee N (March 2022)
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Little Eaton Sewing Bee
07940 310529 margotn185@hotmail.com
Alterations, zips, cushions, curtains and more
from Claire T (April 2022)
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Derby Tiling Company
Adam Godber
01332 381657/ O7762 777406Lives locally and will tackle a whole range of jobs!
from Amanda (Feb 2024)
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TreeSkills
https://www.facebook.com/TreeSkills
07895 847299Tom came and took down 2 big trees along with pollarding a number of other trees. He was efficient, safe and the team took away all the rubbish.
from Debbie & John (Feb 2023)
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TV Hospital
01332 773131
LG TV repaired at about 1/3 cost of buying new
from Tom (Feb 2022)
Abbey Aerials
https://www.abbeyaerials-derby.co.uk
07970 866812I recommend this TV aerial company.
from Matt (March 2022)
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Luke from Belxo Waste
@blexowaste on Instagram and Facebook
07572 050244Removes and recycles rubble and garden waste at low prices. Friendly hardworking. Licenced with the Environment Agency.
from Patrick W
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Kedleston Windows
(1) Created a whole new window in existing frontage. They did a good job with matching against existing window. The brickwork and stonework very neat.
from Pete H.
Derwent Windows & Doorshttp://www.derwentwindows.co.uk/ 01773 747456
Excellent uPVC replacement sash windows
from Niki G
Doors and Windows Direct
info@doorsandwindowsdirect.co.uk
07940 549143Andy did a fantastic job fitting sash double glazing and French doors for us. He runs a small local company and uses the same windows as some of the bigger companies but at a much more reasonable price. Service was great from start to finish. See 13 Wheeldon for a sneak preview!
from Jon H (June 2022)
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Made for Shade
Mike Harding
07770311749Has done ours and several others in the area. Excellent work and a lovely family firm.
from Cathy T
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Wood burner stove installation
Please note new stringent maximum emission limits came into force in January 2022. This applies to new stoves.
ROAR fires
Lee
07736650486
Lee & James did a first class job opening up our fireplace, repointing the brickwork in it (can tile it instead), placing a slate slab below the stove they sourced for us and lining the chimney. Hardworking and tidy too.
They have a small showroom near Ednaston.from Cathy T
PCD Chimneys
07585 308731
Chimney sweeping and Stove installation.
Really good service and they did a cracking job of our liner and stove installation for a good price. Can't recommend them highly enough.from Andy S
Recommendations from your neighbours
All recommendations are given in good faith but cannot guarantee future good service.
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If any goods supplied don't conform to the contract, you're entitled to have them repaired or replaced or to have an appropriate price reduction.
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