Testimonials

"... please accept our thanks for the splendid work that you and your colleagues did. It really is first class. We are very grateful for the speed as well as the quality ...”

Lord Hattersley

“Bench Architects have worked with Brocklehurst on a number of projects over a period of several years, predominantly involving joinery works to listed and historic buildings.These have included extensive repairs to historic doors – in some cases dating back to the 16th century – and traditional box sash windows, all carried out to the highest conservation standards. Works of this nature are rarely straightforward and demand a knowledgeable and experienced contractor who can apply a problem-solving approach to the numerous challenges presented. Brocklehurst have proved themselves ably in this regard.

We have been particularly impressed with the skill and diligence demonstrated by every one of Duncan’s team with whom we have worked and have always found them courteous and helpful. We have found Brocklehurst work to be of the highest quality. We have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending the company to prospective clients and contractors, and we look forward to continuing our working relationship with him and his team.”

Adam Bench

RIBA AABC, Director
Bench Architects

“I have worked with Duncan on the total rebuild and refurbishment of an old Vicarage on the Staffordshire/Derbyshire border. The building is a Grade 2* property in the Sheen Conservation district. The scale and complexity of the project was large and lasted a few years from start to finish. It involved major internal renovation, re-roofing, re-wiring, re-plumbing, plastering and joinery work. A highly sophisticated security system was also installed. Duncan initially acted for me on joinery and carpentry projects, with every window in the building being custom-made replacement or scheduled for heavy duty repairs. But his level of knowledge quickly convinced me I could trust him to become the General Contractor, which he became. Dealing with English Heritage and their local planning delegates was “interesting” to say the least, but with Duncan’s help we were almost always able to get a reasonable and cost effective solution. I have found Duncan and his staff to be skilled, honest and hardworking. I have never had a single cause for complaint and Duncan always appeared to treat this project as his own house as well as to use my money wisely. In my job I am very used to dealing with sophisticated contractors and suppliers and he is among the best I’ve seen. I would wholeheartedly recommend Duncan and his staff to the most demanding and discerning of clients on renovation, rebuilding and even new construction. I have greatly appreciated everything he has done for me on this job and I would unhesitatingly use him on my next job.”

George W. Buckley

Chairman and Chief Executive
Officer, 3M Company

“Just wanted to let you know it was a pleasure doing business with you and your team. It is really refreshing to find good tradesman who are both courteous and willing to please customers as much as you are. We look forward to the next opportunity to work with you.”

Darrell Warren

Director Norman & Underwood Ltd, Leicester

“…Brocklehurst Property Maintenance Ltd. have been working on historic and Listed building projects under our direction over the last two years. The quality of their workmanship and conservation repair techniques are of the highest standard. Duncan’s personal involvement in every project and his appreciation of historic joinery and understanding of contemporary needs prove very helpful when devising new or complicated detailing. Their prices reflect the specialist nature of the work involved but remain competitive and fair. Duncan and his team are conscientious, polite and courteous workers and a pleasure to work with.”

Chris Hesketh

RIBA-AABC Conservation Architect & Director
Christopher Taylor Design Ltd. Leek
Staffordshire Moorlands

“We have worked with Duncan and his team for almost 20 years on a variety of construction projects and cannot commend too highly his consultancy services, commitment and workmanship. Contracts were always completed on time and within budget to a high standard. We would have no reservation whatever about commending him to any potential client in the private or public sector.”

Ron Eyley

Senior Partner
Peak Media Services

“I would like to thank you for your own, and that of your colleagues’ professionalism throughout the process. All the residents at the Almshouses have been very positive about your staff!”

Mrs Alex Mastin

Clerk to the Trustees
Harrison Almshouse Trust, Matlock

“…the standard of workmanship has always been of the highest quality, and this coupled with his skilled, efficient, and trustworthy team leads me to have no hesitation in recommending him for such work in the future…”

Graham Thorpe

Managing Director
Hassall Homes Group, Sheffield

“…we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the successful completion of the restoration works carried out by yourselves, and ultimately the completion of the whole project on programme and within budget. The quality of workmanship was to a high standard and we look forward to working with your company in the future on any similar restoration projects.”

A J Boam

A J Boam Contracts Manager
G F Tomlinson Building Limited, Derby

“…I am very pleased indeed with the sympathetic way in which you completed the work to complement the age and style of the building and also to comply with the requirements of the council as a listed building…”

John Hailey

Sheffield

"Thank you for doing such a great job guys! Will recommend you to friends."

Joanne Hurdis

“I am absolutely delighted with the standard of work and service from Brocklehursts. We have just (July 2016) had our external wooden windowsills repaired and repainted. A team of men were very polite, punctual and extremely diligent.
They have taken time to complete the work to a very high standard and as well as being industrious workwise, they have also cleaned up after themselves too. I would highly recommend Brocklehurst from the initial point of contact through the works to the finished of the job.”

Mrs A J Whawell

Bakewell, Derbyshire

"We are writing to commend the excellent workmanship done by Brocklehurst on refurbishment of a large wooden gate at our property this July (2023). Once again we were able to benefit from Duncan’s clear assessment and advice on the possibilities and agree on a course of action. As ever hard work and considerable joinery skills were brought to the task, resulting in a very smart-looking white-painted gate. It was a pleasure to have the team working for us. In the summer of 2021 we sought Duncan’s advice on the refurbishment of Edwardian window-frames and especially a large bay-window at our 1904 home; Brocklehurst were recommended as the go-to firm for such specialised work. Work was agreed and the team of three or four painters and joiners worked hard to achieve a look to the house which was close to the original appearance. We were able to retain these key original features; this was important to us. Having the team on-site was a positive experience as we emerged for a time from the Covid lockdowns ; they were glad to be working and we were keen for progress to be made. A range of new techniques were used in addition to their traditional joinery skills. We would not hesitate to use Brocklehurst in the future and thoroughly recommend them."