“Martin conducted some structural and aesthetic repairs to section of a staircase and installed skirting boards and architrave through the house. On initial visit he was very friendly and offered really clear information on what could be done and some great suggestions on nice finishing touches for the staircase. Communication was always very responsive despite a delay in me being in a position to book the job. The work carried out looks great and feels really sturdy, they always arrived on time and kept everything clean and protected. Very happy with the outcome.”
Public evidence profile
MVG Carpentry and Building Ltd
Trust Score
32out of 100
32 out of 100, with a caution: only 3 reviews held yet. A small public record keeps the evidence thin, and the score reflects that.
- Rated 5.0 from 3 reviews
- 3 reviews in the last 12 months
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volumeLow · 3
Independent sources2 independent public sources
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say23.6 of 60
Independent checks3.4 of 30
Track record5 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 of 1.7
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade3 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“Martin did an excellent job on our sash windows replacing rotten sills and repairing other parts with a very good finish. His work was tidy and he explained everything he was doing.”
“Martin is an absolutely exemplary carpenter and a complete professional! He completed all carpentry work to an exceptionally high standard that we needed for the final stage of our full home renovation, including; fitting skirting boards and architrave for the whole house, removing old flooring and laying new flooring, and even fixing issues caused by prior builders around door frames and incorrectly hung doors. Martin has a great eye for detail and high standard of quality and also was very friendly and fantastic with communication throughout the project. Highly recommend!!”
Detailed reviews
Martin conducted some structural and aesthetic repairs to section of a staircase and installed skirting boards and architrave through the house. On initial visit he was very friendly and offered really clear information on what could be done and some great suggestions on nice finishing touches for the staircase. Communication was always very responsive despite a delay in me being in a position to book the job. The work carried out looks great and feels really sturdy, they always arrived on time and kept everything clean and protected. Very happy with the outcome.
Martin did an excellent job on our sash windows replacing rotten sills and repairing other parts with a very good finish. His work was tidy and he explained everything he was doing.
Martin is an absolutely exemplary carpenter and a complete professional! He completed all carpentry work to an exceptionally high standard that we needed for the final stage of our full home renovation, including; fitting skirting boards and architrave for the whole house, removing old flooring and laying new flooring, and even fixing issues caused by prior builders around door frames and incorrectly hung doors. Martin has a great eye for detail and high standard of quality and also was very friendly and fantastic with communication throughout the project. Highly recommend!!
Local context
Rated 5.0, above the local average for builders in Dover
Across 40 builders in Dover, 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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About
Carpenter in Dover, Kent.
What this business says about itself
From their own website
What this business says about itself
- Insurance: fully insured
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Independent checks
About this business
Recently reviewed3 reviews in the last 12 months.
Website online sinceTheir website domain has been registered since 2025, according to the public domain registry. This dates the website, not necessarily the business.
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Common questions about MVG Carpentry and Building Ltd
Is MVG Carpentry and Building Ltd a legitimate business?
MVG Carpentry and Building Ltd has 3 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 MVG Carpentry and Building Ltd?
MVG Carpentry and Building Ltd has 3 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know MVG Carpentry and Building Ltd's reviews are genuine?
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Has MVG Carpentry and Building Ltd had recent public reviews?
MVG Carpentry and Building Ltd 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.
Is MVG Carpentry and Building Ltd insured?
They state on their own website that fully insured. This is the business's own statement on their website, not something we have independently checked. Ask to see a current certificate before work starts.
When was MVG Carpentry and Building Ltd's website registered?
MVG Carpentry and Building Ltd's website has been online since 2025, according to the public domain registry. This dates the website, not necessarily when the business began trading.