Testimonials

Browse our ever expanding portfolio of happy customers from across Chelmsford
and the wider Essex region.

I had a major renovation of my house the required my moving into rented accommodation for a period. The work was extensive but also time limited because of the time limits due to a short term rent agreement. I can say that the communication with the team, quality of workmanship and the delivery of the project on time was outstanding. They do not take short cuts, you know where you are at every step of the way and are so helpful with any change of ideas or problems that crop up along the way. Happy to be contacted

Spencer

51 Lynmouth Ave

We have no hesitation in recommending Garland & Bird. Tony, Andy and all their team are highly skilled, hard working and trustworthy beyond reproach. They were a joy to have on site and have transformed the way we live, delivering a high quality build on time. We are so please to have been fortunate enough to secure Garland & Bird as our builders and you will too

Simon & Orla

Beehive Lane

We were extremely pleased with Garland and Birds services, the personal attention and professionalism they displayed when converting our kitchen and fitting bifold doors was tremendous. The work was of a high standard and we have already recommended them to family and friends.

Jamie and Nicole

The boys laid a large patio area for us and I have to say what a fantastic job. Prompt and polite and only happy to help with a few project alterations as the job evolved. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them. First class

Dave Caister

Galleywood

We chose Garland & Bird as they were recommended to us. They carried out a large extension including knocking through and converting the garage and fitting a new kitchen. We were so happy with the resulting large open plan space. Throughout the process they were professional, friendly and courteous and a pleasure to deal with. They also did a great job - so good that that we asked them to do a loft conversion to create an extra bedroom and en-suite for us which we are also delighted with. We wouldnt hesitate to recommend them

Sam & Chris

53 Lynmouth Ave, Chelmsford

I have been delighted with my single story extension built by Garland & Bird. Gus, Andy and the team were always great with dealing with my alterations and excellent communication throughout. My project was finished on time and on budget. Great job

Mr Wakeman

We used Garland & Bird to lay a new driveway a few years ago and we were so im pressed with the work, we used them again recently to fit a new bathroom and ensuite. As expected, they turned up on time every single day, informed us of the plan and if any changes were needed, consulted with us beforehand. We were working from home due to Covid and surprisingly the disruption was minimal; they were professional and courteous and the quality of work is exceptionally high. We recommend Garland & Bird particularly for anyone living on their own, who might be concerned about having strangers in their house, we feel the team are trustworthy and reliable

Ben & Vikki

Lady Lane, Chelmsford

We were really pleased with our loft extension . In fact were so pleased we followed it with a kitchen extension. The various trades that were involved in the job were really hard working and polite and always left things tidy at the end of the day. Tony was always available and came up with solutions to any of our questions. We were so pleased with the end results of both jobs and would not hesitate to recommend Garland and Bird

Pete and Sarah

Chelmsford

Would highly recommend this building company and the people that work for them, each trades person is professional, friendly, helpful and provide great service, if an unseen issue occurs or last minute changes to plans, they will go out of their way to accommodate and sort it and always found them to be respectful of the property/home they are working in

Ian & Julia

Garland and Bird take all of the hassle out of building works. I had seen lots of their work in the local area before we hired them, so I knew that the work would be high quality...what I did not appreciate was how good their project management skills were and how quickly and simply they would solve issues that came up. It took all the stress out of the build knowing that with just one phone call, they would get things sorted. All the people who worked in our house were friendly, efficient and tidy. *Highly recommended*. You can probably find a building firm who can do the work sooner ...but my advice would be not to. Wait for the best!

Barry & Clare

Lynmouth Avenue, Chelmsford

I found Tony, Andy and the rest of the team at Garland & Bird to be honest, reliable and easy to deal with. They were receptive and accommodating to any tweaks we wanted to make to our plans and we are very happy with the quality of the single story extension and decking area they built for us

Adam

21 Lynmouth Ave

We have now worked with Garland & Bird on two projects at separate properties. Great, friendly, professional and efficient service both times. Would thoroughly recommend ever time

Shil Patel

Avenue Road

Taking a derelict 90m2, Edwardian 3 bed semi with subsidence and turning it into a 230m2 forever family home: this was a big job and a once in a lifetime project for my wife and I…and…in all honesty, the build could not have gone better. We always had great communication from the very start. The job was fairly and accurately priced, had no surprises and was completed on time with a quality of finish that was second to none…perfect example of master craftsmen doing what they do best. Did I say forever home? The whole experience has made me want to take on an even larger project next time and am looking forward to working with Tony, Andy and the team again. I just have to convince my wife!

Martin Reeve

We would like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation for the excellent work Gus and Andy delivered in completing our rear side extension. We were delighted with the quality of the work and with the professionalism of their team . They have done an excellent job, completing the build on budget. The overall process was extremely positive and their attention to detail left us the client confident and reassured throughout. The project was completed on time despite the winter weather. “ We would have no hesitation in recommending them. 10/10.

Rob

Hamlet Road, Chelmsford

Garland & Bird renovated our entire home including a kitchen extension, and loft conversion. The work was carried out with minimal disruption, and communication with the team was excellent throughout. We made a few changes as the build progressed, and Gus and Andy were always helpful and able to offer advise from the experience they’ve gained working on many similar projects. Several years later we’re still very happy with the results and have used them again to lay a patio and build a front wall.

Dave & Miriam Morris

28 Lynmouth Ave, Chelmsford

We engaged Garland & Bird for a substantial rear extension over 40m2 and a loft conversion. Combined with this we completely refurbished the house replacing windows, electrical re-wire, CAT 6 cabling, converting garage and decoration throughout. The quality of workmanship was excellent but what really made the difference was the friendly team and can do attitude which made living insitu through the build possible. Would have no hesitation in recommending G&B to anyone

Gary, Hutton

Gus and Andy did a great job on our kitchen extension. Always accommodating and took tricky aspects in their stride like moving gas & electric meters and mistakes by the architect

Dan Favell

Mouldham Drive, Chelmsford

Would definitely recommend Garland & Bird. We had a ground floor extension done and we couldn’t be more pleased with their workmanship, attention to detail and flexibility. The job was so organised it was impressive! We are so happy with their work and love what they have done to transform our house!

Jo & Keith Flack

Tiptree

Garland and Bird carried out a building project on the rear of our property. The work was to a very high standard and the team worked in a professional, clean and punctual manner. They were excellent all round.

Tony and Maria Rose

Writtle

We were extremely pleased with the end-to-end service provided by Garland and Bird in our internal layout changes, new kitchen and conservatory extension. From great advice during the design phase to providing a comprehensive quote, to the quality of craftsmanship in the finish, Tony, Andy and the team were always on hand to guide us through the process. Always reliable, on time and respectfully left the house clean and tidy at the end of each day. Very satisfied and great value. This was the second time we have used Garland and Bird and will definitely be using them again

Paul & Dawn Hopper

Mouldsham, Chelmsford