The team at A&R have been absolutely brilliant. Reece provided an accurate quote to resolve a damp issue in a Victorian property spanning across three floors which helped with initial expectations. However, the work became more substantial than expected as a result of such a thorough job completed. Communication was clear throughout, and they worked fast and kept the property incredibly clean. Incredibly friendly and professional, they will be my first port of call for future jobs.
Public evidence profile · Checked March 2026
A&R Building Services (SW) Ltd
Trust Score
37out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 8 reviews
- 3 reviews in the last 12 months
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volumeLow · 8
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say23.6 of 60
Independent checks8.1 of 30
Track record5 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 10.3
- Ways to reach them2.9 of 3.4
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 5.1
- Registered company details5.1 of 5.1
- Photos of their work0 of 4.3
- Industry recognition0 of 1.7
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
How Checkatrade customers rate them (out of 5)
Reliability5.0
Communication5.0
Quality of work5.0
Based on the 3 reviews with a star rating
5 stars3
4 stars0
3 stars0
2 stars0
1 star0
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade8 reviews · 5.0 avg
Detailed reviews
They were very professional and great people to have on board. Honest and reliable. I couldn’t have asked for better. They gave me a realistic quote and stuck within the budget agreed. I definitely recommend them!
Professional, personable and efficient from the minute Reece came round to give us a quote til the minute they left after the job was completed. Nothing was too much trouble and Reece and his lads went over and above what was expected. Friendly, polite and always with a smile on their faces. Very pleased with how my garden looks. Will definitely be recommending them to my family and friends and will call on them again in the future.
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for builders in Torquay
Across 41 builders in Torquay, the typical rating is 5.0 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Sources
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Review sources
Public evidence last checked March 2026
Services they list
Agricultural BuildingArtificial GrassAviariesBasement / Cellar ConversionsBrick / Concrete Structural RepairsBrickwork in the GardenBuilding MerchantsCar PortsCladdingComposite DeckingConcrete GaragesConcreting
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Areas served
DevonTorquay
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Common questions about A&R Building Services (SW) Ltd
Is A&R Building Services (SW) Ltd a legitimate business?
A&R Building Services (SW) Ltd has 8 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about A&R Building Services (SW) Ltd?
A&R Building Services (SW) Ltd has 8 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How is A&R Building Services (SW) Ltd rated on reliability and quality?
On Checkatrade, customers rate A&R Building Services (SW) Ltd by category: Reliability 5.0 out of 5, Communication 5.0 out of 5, Quality of work 5.0 out of 5. These are per-category scores from real published reviews. They show where A&R Building Services (SW) Ltd is strongest, not just the overall average.
How do I know A&R Building Services (SW) Ltd's reviews are genuine?
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Has A&R Building Services (SW) Ltd had recent public reviews?
A&R Building Services (SW) Ltd has 3 public reviews dated within the last 12 months. That shows their review history includes recent feedback; it does not prove current availability, so confirm capacity before hiring.
What does A&R Building Services (SW) Ltd specialise in?
A&R Building Services (SW) Ltd lists specialist services including Agricultural Building, Artificial Grass, Aviaries, Basement / Cellar Conversions, Brick / Concrete Structural Repairs, Brickwork in the Garden. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.