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Jim’s Skims

9.86/10

South Croydon

Checkatrade member since 2023

Services

  • Artexing
  • Coving
  • Dry Lining
  • Flat Ceilings
  • Insulated Rendering
  • K Rend
  • Lath Plastering
  • Lime Plastering
  • Monocouche Rendering
  • Pebble Dashing / Rough Casting
  • Plastering
  • Polished Plastering
  • Rendering
  • Screeding
  • Skimming
  • Spray Rendering
  • Tape & Jointing
  • Waterproof Plasterer

Customer Reviews

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9.86 /10

Based on 12 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

9.92

Reliability

9.83

Communication

10

Reviews (36)

  • 10

    Front room needed re boarding and plastering

    Posted 3 days ago

    Very reliable clean and professional
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: TN21
  • 10

    Kitchen ceiling replacement

    Posted 5 days ago

    Highly recommended for his professional approach to the work required, the quality of the finished job and his flexibility.
    Job location: RH4
  • 10

    Replacing wall beading

    Posted 03 March

    Jim was excellent and so efficient and friendly and managed to fit me in quickly in his busy schedule. He visited ahead of the job to provide an accurate quote and kept me well informed about the process along the way. He did a fabulous job and even gave me tips and recommendations for other DIY jobs, which I really appreciate.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CR2
  • 10

    Artex ceiling

    Posted 03 January

    I recently had my old artex ceiling boarded - plastered and I am extremely satisfied with the results. The workmanship was top-notch, leaving a smooth and flawless finish. Jim was professional, punctual, and ensured the workspace was kept clean throughout the process. The attention to detail was evident, especially around the edges and corners, where the finish was seamless. The job was completed within the promised timeframe and at a reasonable cost. I highly recommend Jim’s service to anyone needing quality plastering work. My ceiling looks as good as new, and I couldn’t be happier with th
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SM4
  • 10

    Plastering work

    Posted 09 December 2024

    We needed a number of plastering jobs done around the house, stairs, ceiling, walls in a few rooms. From the moment we got in touch with Jim it was great, he was was in within a week of the phone call agreeing the job, we couldn't be happier with the job and it was a fair price. Plastering is always a little messy but Jim went to the effort of hoovering and cleaning down even thought he had already covered all the surfaces before hand. I think the main thing was he is a really nice guy who took care and pride in the work. We even made a few changes without any problems.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CR8
  • 10

    Living room ceiling

    Posted 09 October 2024

    Jim was fantastic! He was very organised and tidy. We had lots of questions before and after the job and he always replied very quickly with detailed answers. Our ceiling looks great and we’ve had several compliments from tradesmen who have subsequently come to do jobs in the room. Would definitely recommend him!
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CR3

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Company Info

Owner

James Richards

Sole Trader

2 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

No

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Hi I am Jim’s skims, I have been plastering for 17 years and have 20 years experience in the trade. Starting as a labourer fresh out of school many years ago. Learning the trade as a youngster to running a business and working on some major sites all over the country. Completing many different projects from outhouses to loft conversions, whole house renovations, artex cover ups and extensions.


I take pride in my work and I am proud to say I am hard working, honest and reliable. Covering all aspects of plastering there is no job too big or too small.


Providing free quotations. I am more than happy to help. Please feel free to give Jim’s skims a call.


Cheers

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