“I reached out to Ion to build some bespoke units for us - a mudroom wardrobe/shelves/bench unit and a utility cabinet for washer/dryer/fridge. Ion was quick to come back to me with very clear and prompt communication. We organised a site visit where he better understood our requirements, took measurements and we worked through the design together, with him making recommendations that improved the original designs I had in mind. The finished products are unbelievable! He is a master craftsman and the units look super high end - we're so happy with them and will be using Ion again for other work”
Public evidence profile
Balanova Limited
Companies House
Active incorporated business
Trust Score
46out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 25 reviews
- 3 reviews in the last 12 months
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume25
Independent sources2 independent public sources
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say30.8 of 60
Independent checks8.1 of 30
Track record6.9 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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ActiveActive incorporated business
BALANOVA LIMITED is linked to a Companies House entry. This shows the business registration, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.
Legal nameBALANOVA LIMITED
Company number14408959
Incorporated
Registered activityKitchen furniture making
Run by1 director (longest-serving director appointed in 2022)
Official checkOn the public register
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Customers often mention
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade25 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“I’m extremely happy with the custom-made wardrobe Ion built for me. The quality, precision, and finish are outstanding.. Great communication throughout and the final result exceeded my expectations. Would definitely use Balanova again and recommend without hesitation.”
“Ion from Balanova did an exceptional job on our new kitchen installation. He was very professional from the very beginning, precisely explaining all the work that was involved and providing an accurate estimate of all the work. Ion paid a lot of attention to every little detail and was meticulous in ensuring that every item fitted exactly as was needed to our requirements. Nothing was too demanding and was always willing to put the extra effort to make sure he met all our exacting requirements. Ion also did a bespoke job of refurbishing a storage cupboard with new doors and fittings.”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for Balanova Limited, including the highlights above. The 25 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
I reached out to Ion to build some bespoke units for us - a mudroom wardrobe/shelves/bench unit and a utility cabinet for washer/dryer/fridge. Ion was quick to come back to me with very clear and prompt communication. We organised a site visit where he better understood our requirements, took measurements and we worked through the design together, with him making recommendations that improved the original designs I had in mind. The finished products are unbelievable! He is a master craftsman and the units look super high end - we're so happy with them and will be using Ion again for other work
I’m extremely happy with the custom-made wardrobe Ion built for me. The quality, precision, and finish are outstanding.. Great communication throughout and the final result exceeded my expectations. Would definitely use Balanova again and recommend without hesitation.
Ion from Balanova did an exceptional job on our new kitchen installation. He was very professional from the very beginning, precisely explaining all the work that was involved and providing an accurate estimate of all the work. Ion paid a lot of attention to every little detail and was meticulous in ensuring that every item fitted exactly as was needed to our requirements. Nothing was too demanding and was always willing to put the extra effort to make sure he met all our exacting requirements. Ion also did a bespoke job of refurbishing a storage cupboard with new doors and fittings.
Local context
Rated 5.0, above the local average for builders in Stanmore
Across 16 builders in Stanmore, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Sources
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About
Carpenter in Stanmore, Greater London.
Services they list
ArchitravesBarn ConversionsBespoke FurnitureBespoke StaircasesBespoke Windows / DoorsBuilt In FurnitureCabinet Makers / Handmade FurnitureCupboardsDoor Fitting / HangingGeneral CarpentryHandmade Kitchens Designed / InstalledJoinery
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Areas served
Greater LondonStanmore
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Independent checks
About this business
A real, registered businessWe cross-checked Companies House: this business is officially registered for work that matches the builder services it advertises - independent confirmation it's a genuine business set up to do this kind of work, not just a directory entry.
Recently reviewed3 reviews in the last 12 months.
Your own checks
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Common questions about Balanova Limited
Is Balanova Limited a legitimate business?
Balanova Limited has 25 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. It is a registered business on Companies House, listed as active, and the public register shows no adverse status (no dissolution, insolvency or strike-off) against it. 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 Balanova Limited?
Balanova Limited has 25 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know Balanova Limited's reviews are genuine?
Balanova Limited's 25 public reviews come from a named public review source, and MyTrustedTraders links every one back to where it was published, so you can open the source and read them yourself rather than trusting a single curated page. MyTrustedTraders brings this public evidence together with no ads and no paid placement: we show where every review came from rather than selling rankings, so you can weigh the evidence for yourself.
Has Balanova Limited had recent public reviews?
Balanova Limited 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.
Is Balanova Limited a registered business?
BALANOVA LIMITED is a registered business on Companies House (company number 14408959), incorporated 10 Oct 2022, listed as active. This confirms the legal registration of the business, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.
What does Balanova Limited specialise in?
Balanova Limited lists specialist services including Architraves, Barn Conversions, Bespoke Furniture, Bespoke Staircases, Bespoke Windows / Doors, Built In Furniture. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
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