“I had a quick response to my request for a quote. Arrived exactly when agreed. Work was carried out to the highest standard. He took the time to make sure everything was done correctly and was extra careful to make sure he looked after my home whilst work was being carried out. Was extremely friendly, honest and went above and beyond. I couldn’t ask for more. I would most definitely recommend to anyone considering using this company. He will be my first point of call for all future work that I need doing in the future.”
Public evidence profile
Castorea Trade Services
Trust Score
59out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 215 reviews
- 3 reviews in the last 12 months
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume215
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say46.6 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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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Customers often mention
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade215 reviews
Highlights
“Oh my goodness cannot recommend this company more Swift efficient and super clean Kept us up to date with every stage so very helpful Amazing finishing I recommend this company 100%”
“Stuart successfully planned and carried out a complex project to repair the foundations of a 15 metres long pathway located precariously at the top of a steep garden bank. The pathway, used continuously for over 25 years, was at risk of collapsing because of the deterioration and loss of supporting material. Although conditions were challenging, an innovative strategy was implemented that completely satisfied security requirements and delivered a visually appealing result”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for Castorea Trade Services, including the highlights above. The 215 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
I had a quick response to my request for a quote. Arrived exactly when agreed. Work was carried out to the highest standard. He took the time to make sure everything was done correctly and was extra careful to make sure he looked after my home whilst work was being carried out. Was extremely friendly, honest and went above and beyond. I couldn’t ask for more. I would most definitely recommend to anyone considering using this company. He will be my first point of call for all future work that I need doing in the future.
Oh my goodness cannot recommend this company more Swift efficient and super clean Kept us up to date with every stage so very helpful Amazing finishing I recommend this company 100%
Stuart successfully planned and carried out a complex project to repair the foundations of a 15 metres long pathway located precariously at the top of a steep garden bank. The pathway, used continuously for over 25 years, was at risk of collapsing because of the deterioration and loss of supporting material. Although conditions were challenging, an innovative strategy was implemented that completely satisfied security requirements and delivered a visually appealing result
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for handymen in Rochester
Across 6 handymen in Rochester, the typical rating is 5.0 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
From customer reviews
What customers consistently say
Recurring themes from 6 customer reviews on Checkatrade.
“Work was carried out to the highest standard.” · Checkatrade, 27 Feb 2026
“an innovative strategy was implemented that completely satisfied security requirements and delivered a visually appealing result” · Checkatrade, 25 Feb 2026
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About
Handyman in Rochester.
Services they list
Flat PacksShelving
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Areas served
Rochester
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Recently reviewed3 reviews in the last 12 months.
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Is Castorea Trade Services a legitimate business?
Castorea Trade Services has 215 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 Castorea Trade Services?
Castorea Trade Services has 215 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 Castorea Trade Services' reviews are genuine?
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Has Castorea Trade Services had recent public reviews?
Castorea Trade Services 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 Castorea Trade Services specialise in?
Castorea Trade Services lists specialist services including Flat Packs, Shelving. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.