# James Keene

James Keene is a carpenter / joiner in Waltham Abbey. Rated 5.0/5 from 4 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: 25 out of 100, with a caution: newest review we found is from June 2019. Weigh that age against the score.

## Public review evidence (by source)
| Source | Average rating | Reviews |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Checkatrade | 5.0/5 | 4 |

Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for carpenters / joiners in Waltham Abbey. Across 9 carpenters / joiners in Waltham Abbey, 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 years ago.

## In customers' own words
_Verbatim quotes from this trader's public reviews, each attributed to its source:_
> "The work was carried to a high level of craftsmanship. James was thorough in his work and very tidy (I hate mess so this was a bonus!). His quote was very fair and we didn't need to pay any extra. He was punctual and reliable as well as being funny, respectful and courteous. James was working in our home unattended while we were at work and we fully trusted him - we have already booked James to do more work as we were so pleased with his craftsmanship and pride he takes in his work, as well as his professional, friendly manner - we would recommend James 200% for any job!"
> Source: Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

> "I would highly recommend James and definitely use him again for any carpentry needs I have as the job he did throughout the house was brilliant! James arrived every day on time and completed all the work in the time he said he would."
> Source: Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

> "Amazing! Really pleased and happy with everything that was done. Could not ask for more."
> Source: Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

## Trades
Carpenter / joiner

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

## 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:_
- Essex
- Waltham Abbey

## What we checked, and when
_What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_
- Review volume: MyTrustedTraders shows 4 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)

Full verification checklist: https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/james-keene/checks

## 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 carpenter / joiner
_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.

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