# Back To Bases

Back To Bases is a builder in Rayleigh. Rated 5.0/5 from 99 public reviews across 1 named source. This is the MyTrustedTraders public-evidence profile — independent reviews, credentials and registry data cross-checked across named sources, with no ads and no paid placement.

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## About
Verified bricklayer in Rayleigh, Essex.

## Public review evidence (by source)
| Source | Average rating | Reviews |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Checkatrade | 5.0/5 | 99 |

_Per-source review counts may overlap — they need not sum to the 99 cross-checked total above._

Rated 5.0★ — above the local average for builders in Rayleigh. Across 7 rated builders in Rayleigh, the typical rating is 4.8★. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.

## In customers' own words
_Verbatim quotes from this trader's public reviews, each attributed to its source:_
> "Tony and the team did an amazing job on my garden project. From start to finish they were easy to work with, super friendly, and really knew what they were doing. The communication was spot on, they turned up when they said they would, and nothing ever felt like too much trouble. The quality of the work is brilliant — the garden looks completely transformed, even better than I pictured. They were tidy, professional, and clearly take pride in what they do. Honestly can’t recommend Tony and his team enough. If you’re thinking about getting any garden work done, these are the guys to go with!"
> — Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

> "Constructed a reinforced concrete base for an octagonal greenhouse. Work carried out to a high standard and they cleaned up thoroughly afterwards. The team were friendly, professional and efficient. Would recommend."
> — Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

> "I can't thank back to bases enough for their outstanding workmanship. The workers arrived 7:30am every day and carried out a full days work. They were friendly and polite and discussed every step of the process with us and the work intended for the next day. They left everything clean and tidy every day."
> — Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

## Trades
Builder, Carpenter, Landscaper

## Independent verification
_What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_
- Review volume: MTT is showing 99 public reviews on this profile. (via Checkatrade)
- Source profile spread: MTT is showing 1 source profile for this trader. (via Checkatrade)
- Business identity: MTT is showing public business identity data for company number 12781024 with operating status active. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Contact phone: MTT is showing a public phone contact on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Accreditations shown: MTT is showing 1 credential or accreditation on this profile. (via Public credential evidence)

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## Credentials & sources
- Verified credentials on file: 1
  - Waste carrier (Environment Agency)
- Companies House status: active
- Evidence held from: Checkatrade

## Before you hire a builder
_What to check when choosing this kind of trade — general guidance, not a claim about this business:_
- Never pay a large deposit up front — agree a staged payment schedule tied to completed milestones, and hold a small retention until snagging is done.
- Get it in writing: an itemised quote with scope, materials, start and finish dates, and how any changes (variations) will be priced.
- Be wary of a cash-only price or pressure to start tomorrow — both are red flags for an unaccountable job.
- Ask to see a portfolio of completed work like yours, plus recent references you can contact.
- Check the credentials and registrations that matter for this work — and that they are current.

## Contact
- Phone: 07307229511

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