“quality of work/attention to detail is excellent.” · Checkatrade, 6 Feb 2026
“Justin's craftsmanship was outstanding, with every detail finished to a truly high standard.” · Checkatrade, 22 Nov 2025
Public evidence profile
Shields Builds
Trust Score
41out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 35 reviews
- 3 reviews in the last 12 months
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume35
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say33.3 of 60
Independent checks2.9 of 30
Track record5 of 10
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- 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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What customers consistently say
Recurring themes from 3 customer reviews on Checkatrade.
Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade35 reviews
Highlights
“This is the second job completed by Justin and we couldn't be happier. Communication was clear and proactive, pricing was transparent, and the quality of work/attention to detail is excellent. Final finished product (hanging barn doors), which included some additional work to reduce a doorway size, is fantastic and everything was left clean and tidy at the end of each day. I couldn't recommend Justin more highly.”
“I recently had a Howdens kitchen installed by Shields Builds and I couldn’t be happier with the result. Justin's craftsmanship was outstanding, with every detail finished to a truly high standard. His years of experience, knowledge and expertise shone through at every stage of the project, giving me complete confidence that the work was being done properly and professionally. Not only was the quality of the installation excellent, but the pricing was very reasonable, offering great value for the level of skill and care involved. I would highly recommend Shields Builds!”
“Arrived on time and resolved issues quickly and efficiently. Very knowledgeable. We were very happy with the price and work completed.”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for Shields Builds, including the highlights above. The 35 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
This is the second job completed by Justin and we couldn't be happier. Communication was clear and proactive, pricing was transparent, and the quality of work/attention to detail is excellent. Final finished product (hanging barn doors), which included some additional work to reduce a doorway size, is fantastic and everything was left clean and tidy at the end of each day. I couldn't recommend Justin more highly.
I recently had a Howdens kitchen installed by Shields Builds and I couldn’t be happier with the result. Justin's craftsmanship was outstanding, with every detail finished to a truly high standard. His years of experience, knowledge and expertise shone through at every stage of the project, giving me complete confidence that the work was being done properly and professionally. Not only was the quality of the installation excellent, but the pricing was very reasonable, offering great value for the level of skill and care involved. I would highly recommend Shields Builds!
Arrived on time and resolved issues quickly and efficiently. Very knowledgeable. We were very happy with the price and work completed.
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for builders in Maidstone
Across 78 builders in Maidstone, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Sources
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About
Builder in Maidstone, Kent.
Services they list
Agricultural BuildingBasement / Cellar ConversionsCar PortsCladdingDemolitionEquestrian StableExtensions / ConversionsFire and Flood RenovationGarage ConversionsGarden StudiosGeneral BuildingInsurance Claim Specialist
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Areas served
KentMaidstone
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Independent checks
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Recently reviewed3 reviews in the last 12 months.
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Common questions about Shields Builds
Is Shields Builds a legitimate business?
Shields Builds has 35 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 Shields Builds?
Shields Builds has 35 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 Shields Builds' reviews are genuine?
Shields Builds' 35 public reviews come from a named public review source, and MyTrustedTraders links every one back to where it was published, so you can open the source and read them yourself rather than trusting a single curated page. MyTrustedTraders brings this public evidence together with no ads and no paid placement: we show where every review came from rather than selling rankings, so you can weigh the evidence for yourself.
Has Shields Builds had recent public reviews?
Shields Builds 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 Shields Builds specialise in?
Shields Builds lists specialist services including Agricultural Building, Basement / Cellar Conversions, Car Ports, Cladding, Demolition, Equestrian Stable. 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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