The Cornwall Handyman
Devoran, Truro, Cornwall
Checkatrade member since September 2023
Services
- Emergency Handyman Service
- Flat Packs
- Shelving
Customer Reviews
Write a review9.75 /10
Based on 22 reviews over the past 12 months
Quality of work
9.48
Reliability
9.9
Communication
9.86
What customers are saying
AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months
Customers consistently praise this trader for his professionalism, excellent communication, and high standard of workmanship. He is frequently described as reliable, friendly, and punctual, with many stating they would happily use his services again.
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Reviews (94)
9.33 Good job done
Posted 09 April
We are very pleased to recommend this handy man ,he was punctual ,honest, done a fantastic job replacing our shed roof, hopefully giving the shed at least another 15 to 20 years life he cleaned up and left the site in a good condition.Verified reviewerJob location: TR110 Reliable with good communication
Posted 01 April
Conrad quoted for the work very clearly and completed the work on time. He was efficient and reliable and communicated with us very well. We have some more work in store for him and would highly recommend him. 10/10Verified reviewerJob location: TR3Response from The Cornwall Handyman
Hey steve and Gail Thank for your business and the kind words. It’s much appreciated. Speak to you again, for the next bit of work. Take care
10 Great work
Posted 03 March
Great communication and all jobs exactly what I requested. Will definitely use again 😊Verified reviewerJob location: TR11Response from The Cornwall Handyman
Hey Suzanna Thanks for your business. Being able to see your lovely dog , peanut , is an added bonus! See you soon , to complete the next list of jobs.
10 Home improvements (various)
Posted 04 February
Conrad has completed a brilliant job undertaking various aspects of hour house renovation including : fitting 4 internal doors, concrete levelling, custom made skirting boards, floorboard replacement, gate fitting, vinyl floor laying and garden clearance. Professional, friendly and 100% dedicated to my job only.Verified reviewerJob location: TR3Response from The Cornwall Handyman
Hey Mike It’s been an absolute pleasure working for you guys. I count you as friends now! Thank you for taking the time to do this review. It’s really appreciated Take care and regards to Lorette.
10 Wall filling (exterior & interior)
Posted 07 January
Conrad completed a wonderful job (within 24 hours of request) following removal of gas fire & flue. His professionalism, friendly manor & communication was impressive throughout. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this trader.Verified reviewerJob location: TR3Response from The Cornwall Handyman
Hey Mike and Lorett It’s was an absolute pleasure working with you. Thank you for the lovely words , my favourite midlands people Be in touch about the next bits of work , shortly
- EEmma J
10 Remove and replace electric oven
Posted 17 December 2025
Job location: TR17Arrived at agreed time and completed the work quickly. looked at some future work to be arrangedResponse from The Cornwall Handyman
Hey Emma Thanks for the review. Much appreciated Will advise on the other work , after Xmas. Speak soon and have a merry Xmas
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Company Info
Owner
Mr conrad kriel
Sole Trader
3 years on Checkatrade
VAT Registered
No
Your Handy Person Extraordinaire!
I'm not just any handy person—I'm the no-nonsense, straight-talking, and ultra-efficient pro you've been searching for! With over 25 years of renovating houses under my belt, I can tackle any task with finesse.
My UNIQUE SELLING POINT?
That's ME! Running a couple of businesses, including a financial service venture, means I approach every job from YOUR perspective. Clear communication is key—I'm all about hashing out the details in writing beforehand. No surprises, just exceptional service.
Why Choose Me?
Versatility: I handle it all, except for electricity or heating-related tasks.
JOINERY EXPERTISE
Internal Joinery:
- Building sturdy stud walls.
- Tackling structural joinery.
- Mastering minor joinery tasks.
- Working magic with plasterboard and OSB.
- Nailing wooden, laminate, or composite flooring.
- Reviving floorboards with sanding and a touch of oil or stain.
- Skilled in fitting/replacing skirting boards, doors, and architraves.
- Say goodbye to worn-out floorboards!
External Joinery
- Crafting lean-to structures or sheds.
- Assembling/disassembling furniture, including those tricky IKEA builds!
- Decking out your patio with style.
A GLIMPSE OF WHAT I DO
🔨 Internal
- Expert insulation fitting for your comfort.
TILING
- From standard tiling to creating stunning feature walls—your room's makeover awaits!
PLUMBING
- Fixing leaky taps and swapping out the old for the new.
- Mouldy mastic? Not on my watch! Your bathroom will look brand new!
EXTERNAL WONDERS:
- Perfectly laid external slabs and dreamy patios.
- Balcony expertise: from building joists to laying decking boards.
- Crafting small "soak aways" and handling gutter cleaning.
- Pressure washing to bring life back to tired patio slabs.
In a nutshell, there's hardly a task I can't handle! ? Ready to bring your ideas to life? Check out our profile pictures for a sneak peek at our recent work. Let's get your project started! 🌟?
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