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Matthew James Kitchens Ltd
Awards & recognition
1 independent award
Trust Score
33out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 13 reviews
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volumeLow · 13
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say26.4 of 60
Independent checks4.3 of 30
Track record2.6 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 10.3
- Ways to reach them3.4 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 recognition0.9 of 1.7
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Awards & recognition
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Source-listed gallery
1 photoPhotos listed on Houzz
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Houzz13 reviews · 5.0 avg
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for builders in Bromsgrove
Across 15 builders in Bromsgrove, the typical rating is 5.0 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Sources
2 named public sourcesWhere this information comes from
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Review sources
Business and public registers
Public evidence last checked May 2026
About
Matthew James Kitchens was established in 2003. Prior to this, the owner, Matt, worked for a company specialising in Corian worktops. As part of this role, Matt was up and down the country templating and installing Corian worktops in high-end kitchens, which inspired Matt to set up his own business. Matt began working from home where he would design and then install kitchens, also fitting for a couple of local firms. Having built a good reputation for the standard of his work and a reliable team of tradesmen, in 2017 Matt decided that it was time to open a showroom. As part of this move his partner Jo started working alongside him helping with finance and administration, and now importantly social media marketing and website maintenance. We will work with you to create your dream kitchen. The steps below outline the process from start to finish. Initial Contact. Maybe we have been recommended to you or you have found our website and like what you have seen and heard. The next step is for us to get to know you and your style. You can either meet with us at the showroom or if you would prefer we can meet with you at your home. At this point, we can get an idea of what you are looking for, how you live your life and how your new kitchen can be designed to enhance this within a budget that works for you. After visiting you at your house to get exact measurements and to get a better feel for what you want, we will now produce a design concept and costs. Design Consultation We will now meet with you at the showroom to present your kitchen design. This will be done on a large screen in the showroom using Computer Aided Design that will show you 3-dimensional visuals. At this point, we will discuss the design and costs and look at any changes that you would like to be made. Further Consultation If needed we will meet with you again at your home or at the showroom to finalise design amendments and costs. Order Confirmation Once the final plan is agreed and a date arranged for installation to commence, we will produce a schedule of works so that you know what will happen at each stage. At this point, a 25% deposit is required. Installation All of the decisions have been made and now it’s time for our experienced team of professionals to come in and do their part of the job, overseen by Matt, to achieve a successful completion on schedule. Contact us today to start designing your dream kitchen.
Services they list
Kitchen DesignKitchen RenovationProject Management
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What this business says about itself
From their own website
What this business says about itself
- Emergency availability: out of hours
- Established: 2002 (24 years in business)
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Independent checks
About this business
How long they've really been tradingThey state they've been established since 2002, but the earliest independent source we can find is 2021. Worth asking them about the gap.
They say, established2002Website online since2004Award-winning since2021
Your own checks
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Common questions about Matthew James Kitchens Ltd
Is Matthew James Kitchens Ltd a legitimate business?
Matthew James Kitchens Ltd has 13 independent public reviews, rated 5 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 Matthew James Kitchens Ltd?
Matthew James Kitchens Ltd has 13 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. The reviews section shows the aggregate rating, review volume, and review source information we hold.
How do I know Matthew James Kitchens Ltd's reviews are genuine?
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Has Matthew James Kitchens Ltd won any awards?
Matthew James Kitchens Ltd holds 1 independent award, including Best of Houzz winner (2021). These are third-party awards: recognition that has to be won, not self-issued.
What does Matthew James Kitchens Ltd specialise in?
Matthew James Kitchens Ltd lists specialist services including Kitchen Design, Kitchen Renovation, Project Management. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
When was Matthew James Kitchens Ltd's website registered?
Matthew James Kitchens Ltd's website has been online since 2004, according to the public domain registry. This dates the website, not necessarily when the business began trading.