“Ben replaced a large section of fencing for us. He was very thorough from the outset. He took the time to carefully understand the property and what we needed and gave a very clear and detailed quote as well as talking us through how he would approach the job. Throughout the process he was very polite and professional. The finished product is incredible. The fence is perfect and it's clear that Ben and his team take a lot of pride in their work. Couldn't recommend him more.”
Public evidence profile
Benthebuilder
Trust Score
44out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 29 reviews
- 3 reviews in the last 12 months
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume29
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say31.9 of 60
Independent checks7 of 30
Track record5 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 8.3
- Ways to reach them7 of 8.3
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 6.2
- Registered company details0 of 4.1
- Photos of their work0 of 2.1
- Industry recognition0 of 1
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What customers say
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5.0out of 5
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Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade29 reviews
Highlights
“I had extensive fencing replaced in my back garden by Benny. It is strong, resilient and attractive and has relieved me of any anxiety about my dog escaping to chase foxes. I have already recommended him to a friend and will continue to do so.”
“Ben and his team has done a great job, very professional, on time, very clean and tidy at the end. Definitely recommend them.”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for Benthebuilder, including the highlights above. The 29 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
Ben replaced a large section of fencing for us. He was very thorough from the outset. He took the time to carefully understand the property and what we needed and gave a very clear and detailed quote as well as talking us through how he would approach the job. Throughout the process he was very polite and professional. The finished product is incredible. The fence is perfect and it's clear that Ben and his team take a lot of pride in their work. Couldn't recommend him more.
I had extensive fencing replaced in my back garden by Benny. It is strong, resilient and attractive and has relieved me of any anxiety about my dog escaping to chase foxes. I have already recommended him to a friend and will continue to do so.
Ben and his team has done a great job, very professional, on time, very clean and tidy at the end. Definitely recommend them.
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for carpenters / joiners in Croydon
Across 75 carpenters / joiners in Croydon, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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About
Fencing / gates in Croydon, Surrey.
Services they list
Close Board FencingFencing / Gates SupplierFencing ContractorFencing Repair / ReplacementGarden FencingPanel FencingPicket FencingTrellisWooden Gates
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Areas served
CroydonSurrey
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Common questions about Benthebuilder
Is Benthebuilder a legitimate business?
Benthebuilder has 29 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 Benthebuilder?
Benthebuilder has 29 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 Benthebuilder's reviews are genuine?
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Has Benthebuilder had recent public reviews?
Benthebuilder 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 Benthebuilder specialise in?
Benthebuilder lists specialist services including Close Board Fencing, Fencing / Gates Supplier, Fencing Contractor, Fencing Repair / Replacement, Garden Fencing, Panel Fencing. 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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