# J & C Barker (Builders) Limited

J & C Barker (Builders) Limited is a builder in Bury. Rated 4.9/5 from 77 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.

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## About
In 1955, my father Herbert Barker founded H Barker & Son, a local building contractor based in Bury, Lancashire. At the age of 21, I became a partner in what has become a trusted, reliable business that has been established for over 50 years. Now known as J&C Barker Builders Ltd, the values of the business remain the same: choice, value & high quality workmanship you can depend on. Based in Bury, Lancashire, I cover a radius of approx. 25-30 miles, and further depending on the nature/duration of the job. Please give us a call.

## Public review evidence (by source)
| Source | Average rating | Reviews |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Which? Trusted Traders | 5.0/5 | 77 |

_Per-source review counts may overlap — they need not sum to the 77 cross-checked total above._

Rated 4.9★ — in line with the local average for builders in Bury. Across 253 rated builders in Bury, the typical rating is 4.9★. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.

## In customers' own words
_Verbatim quotes from this trader's public reviews, each attributed to its source:_
> "Jim was recently called in to quote, and subsequently carrying out the total removal of very defective wall rendering (pebble-dash type) from our rear extension, previously created about 20 years ago which was now falling away from the walls. He completed this difficult work assignment to perfection leaving the wall a very impressive Tyrolean type finish on completion, and the patio area totally cleaned up. Highly recommended - a very competent and conscientious builder."
> — Brian, Lancashire (5.0, via Which? Trusted Traders)

> "Jim is the best tradesman we have used. I would highly recommend him. His work is second to none. So pleased with both jobs he completed for us, garden wall and soffits and fascia's. Professional and hard working has done a brilliant job."
> — Patricia, Lancashire (5.0, via Which? Trusted Traders)

> "If you are looking for a professional builder who produces high quality work and has all the attributes of being a true gentleman, then Jim is your man. I would not hesitate to call on Jim's services again or indeed recommend him to a friend."
> — Ian Bury (5.0, via Which? Trusted Traders)

## Trades
Builder, Plasterer

## Independent verification
_What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_
- Review volume: MTT is showing 77 public reviews on this profile. (via Website)
- Source profile spread: MTT is showing 2 source profiles for this trader. (via Website)
- Business identity: MTT is showing public business identity data for company number 04486815 with operating status active. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Contact phone: MTT is showing a public phone contact on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Website: MTT is showing a public website for this trader. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)

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## Credentials & sources
- Verified credentials on file: 0
- Companies House status: active
- Evidence held from: Which? Trusted Traders
- Public evidence last checked May 2026

## 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: 01204884098
- Website: http://www.jcbarkerbuilders.co.uk/

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