# In A Fix

In A Fix is a handyman in Durham. Rated 4.9/5 from 14 public reviews across 1 review source. This is the MyTrustedTraders public-evidence profile for this trader, with independent reviews, credentials and registry data from named public sources, no ads, and no paid placement.

Trust Score: 39 out of 100 (building a public record). The score rests on rated 4.9 from 14 reviews.

3 reviews in the last 12 months.

## Public review evidence (by source)
| Source | Average rating | Reviews |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Checkatrade | No rating shown | 14 |

Rated 4.9, in line with the local average for handymen in Durham. Across 21 handymen in Durham, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.

Most recent review: 7 months ago.

## What customers consistently say
_Recurring strength themes from this trader's own reviews, each with a verbatim quote:_
- **Quality of the work** (Quoted from 2 reviews): "The work itself was of a very high standard." · Checkatrade, 13 Jan 2026

_Respectful and tidy in your home (2 reviewers describe them being respectful of the home and leaving it clean):_ "he cleaned everything up after the job was finished." · Checkatrade, 24 Nov 2025

## In customers' own words
_Verbatim quotes from this trader's public reviews, each attributed to its source:_
> "The tradesman was polite and professional. The cost for the work was very reasonable and the work itself was of a very high standard. The tradesman was respectful of the property and cleaned up before he left. I'd highly recommend this company and will definitely use them again in the future."
> Source: David M (5.0, via Checkatrade)

> "Richard's work is of the highest standard and he is very reliable and pleasant to deal with. Richard did multiple jobs for us on several occasions (installed new shed roof, reattached downward drain pipe, planted a hedge and shrubs, removed a very tricky built-in desk, put up some shelves, rehung a gate). All these were done very quickly and efficiently, and he cleaned everything up after the job was finished. Quality work at a reasonable price from a very dependable and nice person. It is also nice to know that Richard is very considerate toward vulnerable clients (as per earlier review)."
> Source: Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

> "Very friendly! Gave me a quote in no time at all 😃 Door shaved and rehung for my bedroom cupboard, extended shelving in the same cupboard and organised custom shelving under my stairs! I'm so happy because now I have storage space! Thanks so much!"
> Source: Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

## Trades
Handyman

## Services they list
_Listed on public sources or the business's own website; check directly that they cover your job before you book:_
- Flat Packs
- Shelving

## Areas covered
_Towns and areas this trader lists serving. This is their own stated coverage, so confirm they cover your exact address before you book:_
- County Durham
- Durham

## What we checked, and when
_What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_
- Review volume: MyTrustedTraders shows 14 public reviews on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Public listing spread: MyTrustedTraders shows 1 public listing for this trader. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Business identity: MyTrustedTraders shows public business identity data with operating status unknown. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Contact phone: MyTrustedTraders shows a public phone contact on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)

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## Credentials & sources
- Credentials shown: 0
- Companies House status: Unknown
- Evidence held from: Checkatrade
- Check dates vary by source. Where we hold a date, the check shows it.

## Before you hire a handyman
_What to check when choosing this kind of trade (general guidance, not a claim about this business):_
- Look for consistent reviews across several named sources, not one polished profile.
- Check any credential evidence, and that the business details independently check out.
- Get a written quote and keep guarantee, insurance and payment terms in writing.
- Run the Cowboy Checker before you commit to anyone.

## Contact
- Phone: 07367 189388

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