Shire builders
Plymouth
David
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About
We are based in the Plymouth and Tamar valley area, we do however cover a much larger area. Carrying out works through out Devon and Cornwall and into Exeter.
Any customers should be aware of the following, this is order to clarify any confusion for customers an estimate is not a fair assumption of price only a guess.
We will provide a fully detailed quotation outlining exactly what work is being carried out and where, plus materials to be used. We will not do estimates so your bill will be exactly what is quoted.
Like wise we will no longer undertake extras until all other works quoted for are completed and paid for. All extras will be quoted for and detailed in a written quotation.
Payments up front or deposits generally we don't not take these unless in certain circumstances eg double glazing products and non standard products.
We will be asking for references as opposed to ratings, this is in response to customer request.
Thank you for taking the time to read this.
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Customer Reviews
Based on 22 reviews + 1 external referenceReferences are reviews requested by the tradesperson for jobs previously completed (not through MyWorkman)
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Guttering, Fascias & Soffits — Plymouth · February 2026
clean out gutters at two story semi detached house
"Requested gutters cleared and was done by end of the day! Quick service and excellent value. "
Roofing — Plymouth · February 2023
Cowling/capping chimney, possible repointing/rerendering
"Quick response for chimney/caps/repair. Reasonable price. Work done quickly and clean. Happy to use for general work again."
Guttering, Fascias & Soffits — Plymouth · October 2022
repair a pipe outside the house (top floor)
"Very happy with the job. He answered my enquiry promptly, arrived the following day at the agreed time and sorted the problem quickly. I would definitely recommend him."
Building — Plymouth · March 2022
Dismantle an old 8x 6 toughened glass greenhouse and removal
"Dismantling of old greenhouse and it’s removal posted and accepted, Shire Builders came as arranged and efficiently did the work. Job No 2. Has been agreed and due to be completed tomorrow."
Roofing — Okehampton · June 2021
Replace chimney pot, repair 2nd pot. Fix 3 slate roof tiles.
"David is very pleasant to talk to and gave us a fair quote for the work. He and his brother arrived on time, carried out the work to our satisfaction and cleared up when the work was done. We would not hesitate using them again."
Building — Plymouth · May 2021
Corrugated metal roof on a 5mX3m block shed/outbuilding
"Very pleased with attitude, price and the end result! Job completed very quickly and looks great. Two nice guys too!"
Building — Plymouth · August 2019
Garden gate and replace roof and door of old outbuilding
"They came early and worked solidly to construct a tall garden gate from timber and fit it between a wall and garage. It really is a great gate and fixings are good quality. They did the other work I asked them to do very well and left everything tidy. "
Building — Plymouth · June 2019
Dismantle a 10 by 6 shed
"David was fantastic, genuinely nice guy, quick tidy and great value. I will certainly be calling on him again in the future"
Roofing — Calstock · May 2019
Survey remedial repairs
"Great team, sorted all my requirements that could be. "
Handywork — Sidmouth · April 2019
Remove granite worktop in kitchen
"Mr Pearson promptly answered my enquirey he came to inspect the job, gave me a very fair quote and a date to carry out work. He came early and the work was carried out very successfully on the day specified. I would highly recommend him and his brother. Sidmouth lady."
Carpentry & Joinery — Torquay · February 2019
Make and fit a small exterior wood door for basement storage
"I would Highly reccoment Shire Builders. They Did a fantastic job of making and fitting an exterior door for me at a good price. A very friendly and reliable service I'll definitely be using Shire Builders again in the future! Many thanks "
Painting & Decorating — Plymouth · February 2019
Painting two bedroom apartment
"David plus one other painted all walls and woodwork in out 2 bedroom apartment The work was excellent. Very friendly and helpful. Job took 3 days which they predicted. Would definitely use them again."
Carpets, Lino & Flooring — Plymouth · August 2018
Kitchen
"Ended up as 4 little jobs. Wood Laminate would not lay. Wicks fault as only 6mm thick. I checked and they do not carry 6mm Laminate? Returned a week later. Fitted the Laminate in both Kitchen and Hallway. He asked for balance of money? I told him I will when he does the other 2 little jobs included in quote. Fitting kicking boards I had after laminate? And a panel top secured in the bathroom. I now cannot find my 3 step set of steps or get a reply????"
Handywork — Plymouth · June 2018
remove mirror
"First class job, would recommend David anytime."
Building — Plymouth · January 2018
Fixing leaking garden shed
"David undertook to re-felt my leaking garden shed and arrived bright and early on the following day, which luckily was dry. Very nice two-man team who did the job efficiently and for a very fair price and I'm very happy with the result. I would have no hesitation in hiring David again. "
Gardening & Landscaping — Plymouth · August 2017
Removal of two concrete paths and some patio work
"David was excellent, did the job on the agreed date and did a really through job of smashing out some paths and patio work, would happily use them again, Jon"
Fencing — Plymouth · April 2017
Replace backgate
"Excellent workmanship. Good value. Used good materials. Undertook the work & hardly stopped for breaks. Polite and courteous. Genuinely nice guys, with a good sense of humour & integrity. Highly recommended. "
Building — Plymouth · April 2017
demolition/clearance of raised deck/timber steps
"Very happy to recommend David who was able to come at short notice due to a cancellation to remove raised deck area, slab stones, concrete base below and a soil bed. He also removed a further raised deck, perspex balustrading and wooden handrails & two sets of timber steps. David was present on site at 8am each morning and even came in over the weekend to complete snagging. Would only accept payment when I was totally satisfied with the job. Cheerful and helpful. Will ask him to quote next job!"
Handywork — Plymouth · March 2017
small brick repair, under sink leak and door handle
"Really good to deal with. Trustworthy and fair pricing. I have used them several times and will continue to."
Roofing — Saltash · March 2017
Bathroom Dorma window; tiles loose.
"This builder consulted with me professionally and completed the work quickly and thoroughly. Looks like a job well done to me."
Carpentry & Joinery — Falmouth · February 2017
repair and paint a woodend boathouse
"Would suggest you need a VG rating. I would rate his work as VG.I live some distance from our holiday home therefore needed someone to do the work 'long distance' which I could not oversee. Shire quoted promptly, did the work on time and to the quote. I was impressed with the quality of the finished work -which included not just renovation and repainting of my very old wooden boathouse but also the construction and fitting of new doors. The quality of workmanship for the doors is impressive. "
Building — St Agnes · February 2017
Repair and renovate/repaint an old boathouse
"My boathouse is 80+ years old and is wooden. It needed old overlap planking replaced and a pair of new doors. Shire quoted promptly, did the work on time and to a good standard. As I was not around to oversee the work I needed to rely on someone from long distance for the outcome. That can be risky. But it went well. Unlike some builders there were no surprise extras !"
Building — Plymouth · May 2016
Break up concrete
"Arrived at agreed time and did an excellent job. Highly recommended"