Certainly here’s a more professional version of your text: --- An excellent builder who was extremely knowledgeable and able to advise us on the best course of action for replacing our old felt roof with a more durable polyurethane roof. We commissioned them to complete the work, and they did an excellent job. They also carried out additional work at no extra cost, including repairing previous water damage to the ceiling by replastering and painting, as well as replacing the gutters. These would normally have involved additional expense, but Brian kindly completed them as part of the origi
Public evidence profile
Mark & Son Building
Trust Score
31out of 100
- Rated 4.9 from 8 reviews
- 3 reviews in the last 12 months
How this score is worked out
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volumeLow · 8
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say23.1 of 60
Independent checks2.9 of 30
Track record5 of 10
See the independent checks
- Licences and credentials0 of 10.3
- Ways to reach them2.9 of 3.4
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 5.1
- Registered company details0 of 5.1
- Photos of their work0 of 4.3
- Industry recognition0 of 1.7
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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4.9out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade8 reviews · 4.9 avg
Detailed reviews
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Brian and his dad Mark did a great job on our home. They were very communicative, polite and respectful of our home and family during the job. They are clearly very experienced in their skillset and are passionate about preserving the original character of old houses. Friendly, hardworking family business and we would highly recommend them to others.
Mark and Brian did my chevron hardwood flooring and bathroom installation, start to finish. I couldn’t be more happy with the results and quality of materials they have used and their work. Nice friendly people and easy communication can’t go wrong.
Local context
Rated 4.9, in line with the local average for builders in Ilford
Across 82 builders in Ilford, the typical rating is 4.8 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Sources
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Services they list
Agricultural BuildingBasement / Cellar ConversionsBrick / Concrete Structural RepairsCar PortsCladdingConcrete GaragesConcretingCore DrillingDemolitionExtensions / ConversionsFire and Flood RenovationFoundations
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Areas served
EssexIlford
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Common questions about Mark & Son Building
Is Mark & Son Building a legitimate business?
Mark & Son Building has 8 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 Mark & Son Building?
Mark & Son Building has 8 public reviews, averaging 4.9 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know Mark & Son Building's reviews are genuine?
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Has Mark & Son Building had recent public reviews?
Mark & Son Building has 3 public reviews dated within the last 12 months. That shows their review history includes recent feedback; it does not prove current availability, so confirm capacity before hiring.
What does Mark & Son Building specialise in?
Mark & Son Building lists specialist services including Agricultural Building, Basement / Cellar Conversions, Brick / Concrete Structural Repairs, Car Ports, Cladding, Concrete Garages. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
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