# First Step Builders

First Step Builders is a builder in Smethwick. Rated 5.0/5 from 178 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.

## About
Verified carpenter in Smethwick, West Midlands.

## In customers' own words
_Verbatim quotes from this trader's public reviews, each attributed to its source:_
> "prompt and efficient and understood issues and undertook work professionally"
> — Craig S (5.0, via Checkatrade)

> "serj and his colleague were fantastic, they got here when the said they would, they worked very hard for two days solid and the quality of their workmanship is fantastic, even helping overcome a couple of issues with our less than square house! I'll definitely use them again and would highly recommend them to anyone"
> — David P (5.0, via Checkatrade)

> "Serg and colleague visited my elderly Mother’s house twice to quote and sort out two external doors which were jamming. This involved planing down and completely rehanging. They were very prompt to quote, and to do the work. This was much appreciated because I live many miles away from my Mother and she needed to be able to use the doors. She is quite a determined woman to deal with and they were considerate. I felt the price was reasonable and the job was carried out quickly and well. I would not hesitate to use them again. Many thanks (and apologies for the delay in sending feedback.)"
> — Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

## Trades
Builder, Carpenter, Roofer

## Independent verification
_What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_
- Review volume: MTT is showing 178 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 with operating status unknown. (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
  - 2025 Checkatrade Awards - Regional Finalist
- Companies House status: unknown
- 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: 07360 275962

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