“He hung 10 internal oak doors for me, to the highest standard.” · Checkatrade, 30 Apr 2025
“The fitting quality is superb” · Checkatrade, 31 Oct 2024
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DLH Contractors
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4.9out of 5
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- Checkatrade47 reviews · 4.9 avg
Highlights
“Darren was extremely good at what he did. He hung 10 internal oak doors for me, to the highest standard. As well has adding all the handles/latches and the locks for the main bedroom and bathrooms. His communication throughout was excellent as well as his time keeping. My wife and I are very happy with the work carried out. I would definitely use him again in the future and definitely recommend him.”
“Darren has been absolutely brilliant. We encountered a few issues which he sorted. The fitting quality is superb and his freindly demour helped transition a difficult transformation. I would recommend him to anyone - great job and service”
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Darren was extremely good at what he did. He hung 10 internal oak doors for me, to the highest standard. As well has adding all the handles/latches and the locks for the main bedroom and bathrooms. His communication throughout was excellent as well as his time keeping. My wife and I are very happy with the work carried out. I would definitely use him again in the future and definitely recommend him.
Darren has been absolutely brilliant. We encountered a few issues which he sorted. The fitting quality is superb and his freindly demour helped transition a difficult transformation. I would recommend him to anyone - great job and service
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About
Carpenter in Maldon, Essex.
Services they list
ArchitravesBarn ConversionsBespoke FurnitureBespoke StaircasesBespoke Windows / DoorsBoat Building / RepairsBuilt In FurnitureCabinet Makers / Handmade FurnitureCupboardsDoor Fitting / HangingGeneral CarpentryHandmade Kitchens Designed / Installed
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Areas served
EssexMaldon
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Is DLH Contractors a legitimate business?
DLH Contractors has 47 independent public reviews, rated 4.9 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 If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.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 DLH Contractors?
DLH Contractors has 47 public reviews, averaging 4.9 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
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What does DLH Contractors specialise in?
DLH Contractors lists specialist services including Architraves, Barn Conversions, Bespoke Furniture, Bespoke Staircases, Bespoke Windows / Doors, Boat Building / Repairs. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.