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R Friend

10/10

Sittingbourne, Kent

Checkatrade member since February 2016
10

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Services

  • Close Board Fencing
  • Emergency Fencing / Gate Service
  • Fencing Contractor
  • Fencing Repair / Replacement
  • Fencing / Gates Supplier
  • Garden Fencing
  • Metal Gates
  • Panel Fencing
  • Picket Fencing
  • Trellis
  • Wooden Gates

Customer Reviews

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10 /10

Based on 19 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

10

Reliability

10

Communication

10

Reviews (192)

  • Wendy B
    10

    Highly Recommended

    Posted 25 February

    A great job completed, thank you. The work was carried out in a timely manner and all the rubbish was cleared away. Great communication from start to finish, highly recommended.
    Job location: ME14
  • Jim T
    10

    New Fence and Landscaping

    Posted 19 February

    We were lucky enough to have 3 generations of Friends arrive for our job (it was young Bobby's half term). They matched the new fence to the existing one perfectly, and planted new bay hedges alongside. They finished the job with a weed membrane and bark chippings. We are delighted with the result and would definitely recommend.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: ME19
  • Victoria J
    10

    Fixed fence and gate added concrete posts and topped with trellis

    Posted 18 February

    Great comms, pleasant workers and we are very happy with the work. They actually saved us money as we had asked for replacement panels which wasn’t necessary
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: ME8
  • James C
    10

    Extension of Block paving driveway

    Posted 15 November 2025

    Work was fantastic - great value for money. Left areas clean and tidy and great communication.
    Job location: ME20
  • 10

    Good Service

    Posted 29 September 2025

    Very helpful, kept us informed of cost of products they would use. Did a path up through the garden, which has made it a lot safer to walk on. Was prompt on arriving and finishing the work the next day. Will use them again when we need something else done.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: ME12
  • Emma W
    10

    New soakaway

    Posted 17 September 2025

    Bob and Robert did a great job. Communication was prompt and clear. They turned up when they said they would and helped put my mind at ease when I was worried about a couple of things. The hole for the soak away had to be moved over a bit because of a water pipe and they were really upfront about any additional cost, which was only a few pounds for extra materials (eg to back-fill the first area). They are genuine and honest and just want to do a good job for you as the customer. Lovely guys. Thank you so much.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: ME9

Photos

Kandla grey porcelain slabs
Kandla grey porcelain slabs
Kandla grey porcelain slabs
Winter Court yard slabs
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Company Info

Owner

Mr Robert Friend

Sole Trader

10 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

No

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We are a family business which specialize in all aspects of outside work from fencing ,driveways,brickwork, patios and laying turf we are more than happy to come and give a free quotation and we try to be competitive in our prices. We are fully insured so please do not hesitate to call .About Bob Friend:First and foremost, I am a caring family man who works with my son and son in law.I also happen to be a highly skilled tradesman whose experience spans over 30 years.I decided to join Checkatrade because I truly believe in their core values and commitment to the consumer. Nobody deserves to be at the mercy of a rogue trader and because of this arrangement, I had no hesitation in joining. When I take on a project, my sole aim is to deliver an exceptional quality in my work that I can feel proud of, ensuring that I exceed your expectations as my valued customer. I feel that the planning and preparation of every job that I am tasked with is the key to an outstanding result and this is something I focus on before I begin the creation or transformation. I am friendly, punctual, reliable and I will always do my very best to work around your schedule. Please give me a call to arrange a no obligation survey and quotation. I am very competitive and you won’t be disappointed.

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