Testimonials

David and his team have recently completed a high end refurbishment project for me in my flat in central London. I am happy to give them a reference. The company did a professional job which included extensive painting, protecting floors and some furniture, installing a new bathroom which involved re-routing existing plumbing and tiling. There was also a considerable amount of electrical work involved in the scope of works.

The standard of their work was extremely good, and the professional workmen could not have been better.  They were timely, respectful of noise restrictions and very conscientious throughout the refurbishment.  The site was always clean and tidy and the project manager Florenc was excellent.  Nothing was too much trouble.

I would be very happy to recommend them for any similar project.

S

This was the 1^st new build I had been involved with and the budget was tight. I needed to be sure I was in safe hands and could not have been happier. David’s team was efficient and responsive never giving me cause to worry during this complex but extraordinarily satisfying project.

His team is 2^nd to none in every way and I would have no hesitation in recommending them for any construction project however complex or tight the budget is. The vaulted ceilings in the bedrooms add a very special dimension to this modern house.

A huge success David!

Energy bills are well under control and I feel like I’m living in a hotel suite; thank you!

AM

My wife and I decided to remain in the house with our two young children during the works. This has provided David and his team with challenges and certain complications, all of which have been taken on without any complaint. They have assisted in moving our belongings, reinstating our appliances such as fridge and washing machine upstairs, and have even gone out of their way to ensure that our boiler was relocated as needed and kept active to allow our family to have access to hot water during the build work. All of which has really helped us during what can be a very testing period. 

The work itself has been overseen by Richard as site foreman. Richard has been a pleasure to work with and I really cannot recommend him highly enough. His approach to managing and running the building project has been professional in every way. He maintains an orderly and tidy site, he manages his team effectively and delivers the work in an efficient and timely manner. Our project included a number of delicate operations such as replacing load bearing walls with steel support beams and installing large panes of glass to the rooflights. Richard took great pains to ensure that every detail was carefully thought through and well planned which led to successful execution with no adverse issues experienced. We have really appreciated the care and consideration that Richard applies to his work. 

As for the rest of the team, I am happy to say that each and every one of the team are a pleasure to work with. This has been a very important aspect of our project given I have a young family and we are living through the work. David’s team are, to a man, polite, friendly, courteous and helpful. They often help my wife navigate through the site with a pram full of children, and they do their best to avoid or minimise impacts to our living conditions – this is not always 100% possible given the amount of demolition work and building construction work involved, but we have appreciated the effort that has been put in by each of the team to ensure that we are as comfortable as possible during the work. 

While any large scale building project such as ours invariably has trials and tribulations, I have found that I am able to work with David to address issues as they arise and have been pleased with his proactive way in working with me to ensure the desired outcome is attained while also being fair and reasonable when unexpected alterations are required. 

Please don’t hesitate to contact me directly if you would like any further information or if you have specific questions you would like to ask.

Regards,

C B 

‘I’d like to thank  for a job well done with our rear extension and loft extension. David was always available and on hand to push the project forward, and was able to arrange building control for us. I was surprised on the first day how much had been done with the old kitchen being removed, outside walls knocked down, and the foundations trench already completed! The project was completed on time, and through the whole process the team led by Krzysztof were thorough and quick, whilst maintaining a high quality of workmanship.  Having seen some other extensions being built in the area recently I do feel that the workmanship and finish of Krzysztof and the team was extremely good. Any issues or problems were easily remedied by the thoughtful and experienced team. The final finish with the plasterers and painters has meant we have a beautiful new home that has got many of my friends asking for contact details.’

J M-B

David and his team did an absolutely fantastic job in one of our managed sites down on Shirland Road. The owner our client gave us a budget to work with and David’s rates were very competitive allowing us to complete all works for this building within the budget. The workmanship of his team is of high standards and we had a pleasant experience whilst working with them. I would definitely work with David’s team again and recommend their services to all our other clients.

Kind regards,

R, Westways

In September 2012 I bought a 1 bedroom flat with a large loft in a converted house in Ealing. Despite the weather

(it was snowing during winter that year) , David’s team, at my request, started the project. The flat was intended for re-sale and I didn’t want to wastetime.

What they produced for me, “in this area you have set a precedent”, the manager of Foxtons Tom W commented (the flat achieved the highest price in the area for its size on record), was truly fantastic. I made the final decisions myself, but I had the benefit of their experience and very helpful advice on design and choice of materials. Ecological Auro paint, reclaimed pine;  use of glass panels in the floors throughout the flat’s three levels createdadditional light, when you walk through the ground floor front door you can now look up and see the sky; exposed brickwork in the loft and the exposed steel structure gives a unique feeling to the newly created space. I love the choice of kitchen and overall materials specification suggested byDavid (including the installation of solar panels on the roof).

Not only were the results achieved second to none, the experience was a good one. The team without exception were friendly and polite and theirattention to detail was pleasing and refreshing, pointing things out that I’d missed.

The works were completed on budget and schedule so I feel confident to use David Brace’s services again in my planned new project to build twosemi-detached houses.

Yours sincerely, AM

We have recently completed the significant reconstruction of a three-bedroom property in Bramham Gardens with independent access from the Mews. The work consisted of the addition of 27 steels to form three box frames supporting the large Victorian mansion block above. This was able to provide

openings for two double French windows onto a private terrace as well as open plan space in the interior of the property. These complicated works were carried out without disturbance to the residents of the building and were completed on time and with no damage to neighbouring apartments. The quality of the work is exceptional and the finish meets the high specification which was demanded. The building works included a new roof and full electrical rewiring including internet and television outlets in every room.   New floors were laid throughout and were insulated to the highest specification and included underfloor water-operated heating in four separate zones. The decoration and carpentry was carried out to a superior level of finish and resulted in an outstanding new Mews Lodge. I have no hesitation in recommending David Brace and his Company for any construction work. They completed the contract within budget and were helpful and professional in all aspects of their work. The building manager and the full team were pleasant and efficient at all times and I intend to use them again in any future project.  Please let me know if you need any further information. Sincerely,

N C, Chamberlin & Grant Ltd

‘We instructed David Brace  right after our former builder left our house renovation works unfinished.  The team kicked off immediately and delivered timely all the work planned, with a high-quality standard. We are delighted, managed professionally the works and allowed our family to move TIMELY into our wonderful new house.’

V and P B