Handyman About the House
Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey
Checkatrade member since March 201115
Services
- Flat Packs
- Shelving
Customer Reviews
Write a review10 /10
Based on 11 reviews over the past 12 months
Quality of work
10
Reliability
10
Communication
10
Reviews (285)
10 Real honest tradesmen are out there and this is one of them.
Posted 20 May
This is the third time I've asked Michael to come and do some work for me at my house. It can be hard finding a real trustworthy and reliable tradesman but Michael is just that. Always punctual, always polite, always professional. The work carried out is to the highest standard too. I would have no hesitation in recommending him if you are looking to have any jobs done in the house.Verified reviewerJob location: KT1510 Wall shelving
Posted 14 May
I would totally recommend Michael for any works you need doing. Polite, professional on time and reasonably priced. I had a couple of long shelves needing to go up and Michael did an excellent job. Everything looks how I expected it too. I will absolutely contact Michael again for any future work. Thank you again Michael - my books are now nicely displayed!Verified reviewerJob location: TW15- VVidya J
10 Excellent Vanity assembly
Posted 05 March
Michael did a brilliant job in assembling our Vanity set on very short notice. Punctual, very good communication throughout and did a great job with setting it up quickly. Would definitely recommend!Verified reviewerJob location: TW15 - EEmma R
10 Filled window sill and a hole in the wall
Posted 04 March
Michael was fantastic! Provided me with a quote for a job I had tried to do myself and completely made it worse! Arrived on time, done a great job at patching up my failed attempts and super friendly. Thanks MichaelVerified reviewerJob location: TW14 - CCatherine R
10 Installed Roller blind in kitchen
Posted 21 January
Perfectly installed and very efficient serviceVerified reviewerJob location: KT16 - TTom M
10 Several minor diy jobs around the house.
Posted 06 December 2025
Texted me to arrange a time to visit and give an estimate of costs to do a few minor jobs around the house. Arrived on time and completed all the jobs really quickly and for the same amount as quoted. Would highly recommend and will definitely use him again.Verified reviewerJob location: TW16
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Company Info
Owner
Mr Michael Evans
Sole Trader
15 years on Checkatrade
VAT Registered
No
The original company was founded in 1987 as Swift Roofing Co, then about 10 years later we started building extensions/loft conversions and general building works and became Swift Roofing and Building Co.
We have now diversified into all aspects of handyman services which includes all jobs in and around your home and garden and have now become HANDYMAN ABOUT THE HOUSE.
We can do:
- small alterations / kitchen lounge knock throughs.
- All odd jobs, put up curtain rails and shelves, assemble flat pack furniture.
- picture / mirror hanging.
- no job too small.
- Mowing the lawn/tidying up the garden/fencing repairs/power washing patio/ decking.
- Just ask, if we can't help you then we know someone who can.
All work is guaranteed and carried out by me if other tradesmen are needed then they are all professional people who I have used and trusted for many years.
I believe in delivering a high standard of workmanship, courteous manners and punctuality as if I am carrying out work in my own family home.
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