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J Chapman

9.79/10

Folkestone

Checkatrade member since March 2016
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Services

  • Wooden / Timber Structures
  • General Carpentry
  • Door Fitting / Hanging
  • Handmade Kitchens Designed / Installed
  • Truss Roofing
  • Log Cabins
  • Built In Furniture
  • Cabinet Makers / Handmade Furniture
  • Joinery
  • Skirting
  • Architraves
  • Bespoke Windows / Doors
  • Cupboards
  • Radiator Covers
  • Bespoke Furniture
  • Emergency Carpenter Service

Customer Reviews

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9.79 /10

Based on 57 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

9.7

Reliability

9.88

Communication

9.79

What customers are saying

AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months

Customers consistently praise this tradesperson's professional, reliable, and friendly service, often highlighting their punctuality, excellent communication, and high-quality, tidy work.

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Reviews (899)

  • 9

    Great Carpenter

    Posted 10 April

    Julian has recently done some carpentry work for us and I am really pleased with the results. He’s punctual and gets the work done in good time and the work is of a high standard. I would definitely recommend him.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CT21
  • Janice m
    10

    fitting new kitchen doors drawer fronts architraves and plinths.

    Posted 04 April

    julian and his son done a great job arrived early worked all day while I was at work just popped the key through the door when they left. Very friendly and cleaned up when they finished. Great job. I will be using them again. Highly recommend.
    Job location: CT17
  • Anne M
    10

    New garage door and replace fascia on garage

    Posted 31 March

    Professional friendly service. Helpful advice and good information. Prompt service. Cleared up site very well. Work finished in really good time.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: EN1
  • 10

    Help with wood beading / skirting boards

    Posted 30 March

    Helped cut beading to size with mitre cuts, for laying onto existing skirting boards. Done quickly and efficiently, helping to advise on use of equipment for our future reference and also giving guidance / recommendations on next steps and how to sort ourselves in future. Would recommend!
    Job location: SE23
  • Leann V
    9.67

    Door shaving

    Posted 27 March

    Good, reliable, communicated well and reliable
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CT16
  • Debbie L
    10

    Kitchen plinths replacement and cupboard doors realigned with new hinges

    Posted 24 March

    Professional service, punctual, friendly and polite. Delighted with the work completed.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: DA12

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Julian Chapman

Sole Trader

10 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

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Hi, my name is Julian a family man who has recently relocated to Kent ,but still have lots of both regular and new customers in London.


Welcome to my Checkatrade page.


I have over 25 years experience in the building trade as well as around 8 years as a proud member of Checkatrade building over 800 positive reviews.


I pride myself on delivering high standard work that also includes a friendly, reliable, punctual and trustworthy service as standard every time. This is what I believe makes my company the success that it is.


Most of my clients would describe me as a perfectionist, with one of my returning client’s even nick naming me 'Mr Organised’.

Offering my clients the very best advice based on their individual needs whilst delivering quality service and work to the highest standard is always my aim.

Please feel free to contact me to arrange a free estimate.

Services provided include:

  • General carpentry
  • Kitchens
  • Plumbing
  • Plastering
  • Flooring
  • Glazing
  • Locks
  • Security
  • Internal and external painting
  • Fascias and soffits
  • Cladding
  • Lead work
  • Guttering
  • Insulation
  • Demolition
  • Refurbishment
  • Landscaping
  • Fencing
  • Odd jobs and repairs
  • And lots more!

Any job any size

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Member since March 2016

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