New Kitchen and Wet-Room build

We are so pleased we chose Jimmy and his contacts for our project - a new kitchen and a wetroom. It’s worth noting that he came well recommended.

The job required part demolition of the old kitchen and outbuilding. We were not stressed about it as, at every stage, his work was well organised and perfect and, quite obviously, as it should be done.

He was also careful to see that, if at all possible, we were not inconvenienced. Jimmy delivered, together with his trade colleagues Johnny, Nick, Chris and Paul, an excellent professional job.

All our preferences were taken on board, which was so appreciated. He even kept an eye on the cats and chickens while we were away for several days! He talked through every stage with us beforehand along the way too, which we found very helpful.

We would highly recommend him to anyone looking to employ the best builder in the Market Harborough area.

Barbara and David Johnson

07854029855

Extension and Kitchen, Fern Ley Close, Market Harborough.

James Rutland known as Jimmy has recently built a kitchen/diner extension for us. Jimmy started on the agreed date and completed the work on time, within the 3 months.

Jimmy is honest, trustworthy, genuine, and overall, a very decent guy. He was not only our builder but became our friend, sharing both laughs and lunches whilst we worked from home.

We provided Jimmy with a drawing of what we wanted which Jimmy not only worked to but also gave us his own suggestions which has improved the outcome of the extension.

Jimmy’s team of other tradesmen were equally excellent, always happy to go the extra mile to do things. Paul, Jimmy’s Dad is an excellent carpenter who fitted our kitchen to a very high standard. All the tradesmen are again genuine people, who we have used for other jobs since.

Whilst the extension was being built, we were able to get away on holiday. This was not an issue as Jimmy would regularly face time us and send us messages with photos and updates. Jimmy would ask us any questions enabling the build to continue to run smoothly whilst we were overseas.

Jimmy took pride in his work and built our extension as if it was his own. When he started to lay the bricks, Jimmy was not happy with them as they did not match the bricks of the existing house. Jimmy got in his van and went to find a better match which maybe, not everyone builder would do. Nothing was too much trouble for Jimmy.

We are both thrilled with our kitchen/diner extension, and we would not hesitate to recommend Jimmy to anyone looking for help with a building project.

Andy and Nina 07714469080

Extension and Kitchen, 1 Langton Road, Great Bowden, Market Harborough.

Jimmy and his team built our perfect extension and kitchen in summer 2018.

He was passionate and enthusiastic for our project from the start, focused on the quality and authenticity required to complement our 200-year-old cottage, and suggesting details to really make the build. He started and finished exactly on time, holding perfectly to a rapid schedule.

Jimmy’s brickwork is beautiful.  A perfect match to the existing, with many in the village commenting that the new building looks like it had always been there.

Everybody in Jimmy’s close-knit team was a pleasure to have on site: hardworking, consciousness and friendly. The quality of the plastering and finish from Mibs, and Carpentry and kitchen fit from Paul, is second to none. All wider trades arranged by Jimmy were equally great, delivering excellent work, with nothing too much trouble.

Overall, a top builder with a great team. Anyone looking to employ the services of a builder in Great Bowden is welcome to take a look our kitchen, please arrange through Jimmy.

James and Rosie (September 2018)

[James and Rosie are happy to show other clients their extension.]

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Commercial Building (New Build), Market Harborough


“Jimmy has a fantastic professional team who worked hard to produce exactly what I was looking for on this project. With their experience and skill they overcame various challenges throughout the construction process to produce a truly stunning building which sits in the heart of this historic town.”

Mr T Millican, Msquare Architects Ltd – 14.06.18

Tarquin Millican BA(Hons) DipArch RIBA

Director

Knight's End Rd, Great Bowden, Market Harborough.

Jimmy was recommended to us by a friend as we had a big project to undertake. All work took place in Great  Bowden, Phase 1: Double storey rear extension including new kitchen, study, utility room, 3 new bathrooms & 2 new bedrooms.  Phase 2:  a garage, garden room and patio.

What struck me first about Jimmy is his genuine enthusiasm for his job.   Jimmy is clearly passionate about being a builder and this translates into the work that he produces every day.

What was very important to us was that the plans and the schedule for the build were clear, concise and detailed, as we have found in the past that builds can often run away from you in terms of what costs are for and why.   Jimmy’s approach to this is first class, both parties have a contract that we have previously agreed, which maps out the stages of the build and the costs related to each stage.  The contract and the associated steps were followed to the letter with payments only being requested and paid for when both parties had agreed and signed off the corresponding work. This approach resulted in a 9 months project never once having any problems or concerns in terms of building work completed or what payments being made, even when we were overseas for 5 weeks (Jimmy would face time us!)  #brilliant.

Jimmy acted as our project manager throughout the build working alongside my wife, often having to be adaptable on the fly; we have always found the communication channels to be excellent with Jimmy never going “off grid” like some builders have a tendency to do.   As part of the project management Jimmy saves you the hassle of sourcing local tradesmen by preferring to work with his own tried and tested team when possible, all of whom we found to be skilled, friendly and reliable.

In summary I cannot recommend Jimmy highly enough, the end results speaks for themselves first rate finish and quality products recommended and used.  It has been a genuine pleasure to have Jimmy as our builder over the last 12 months and we will miss him and his team when they pack up for the last time and disappear off to make somebody else’s dreams come true.  Top Work.

Keep up the excellent work Jimmy

Guy, Rachel, Freya and Florence Bibby 

Additional note from Freya

Jimmy is an EPIC builder because you can always rely on him.  He is kind, funny, easy to get along with and He has become a good friend too.  Jimmy’s team are all really friendly...  :-)

By Freya Bibby age 8 nearly 9 

Extension build, 49 Station Road, Great Bowden, Market Harborough.

Jimmy came to look at an ambitious extension build in Great Bowden just before Christmas. Within 24 hours, he had submitted a quote, a detailed schedule of work and a list of local projects we could take a look at. His local reputation was great, so we went with the quote and Jimmy started in the first week on Jan 2015. Two months later, all is complete and we have a building that has exceeded all expectations in terms of finish and execution.

Jimmy worked to our architects plans, but also advised on materials, sourcing reclaimed Welsh slate and bricks to complement the existing building. His advice has been great and his attention to detail superb. His brickwork stands out as some of the very best I have seen and has really brought the building to life.

Overall, a great bloke. Honest, tidy and trustworthy. Been a pleasure having him and his team working here. Anyone looking to employ the services of a builder in Great Bowden or Market Harborough area is very welcome to come and see the building. Just call to arrange.

Tom

Tom is happy to show other clients his extension. Please call 07956 497 607 to arrange.

Extension build, Riley Close, Market Harborough.

Jimmy quoted us eight weeks to complete a new extension to our house and true to his word he did complete on time. We are so delighted that our dream space is now a reality really bright, airy and a useful space and this was all down to Jimmy working very closely with us and taking our ideas and turning it into exactly what we had asked for.

Thank you to all the tradesmen that helped on our project specially Paul (Hazelwoods which is Jimmy's Dad who did an exceptional job in fitting the kitchen.

So Jimmy many thanks for a great job done and another satisfied customer.

Helen & John

Helen and John are happy to show other clients their extension. Please call 07801 339216 to arrange.

Extension build, 22 Main Street, Great Bowden, Market Harborough

Dear Jimmy,

Thank you for doing a wonderful job of master craftsmanship on our new extension. Wewere delighted with the fact that you worked close with us at all times to manage the cost, timescale and quality of the work. You also brought some very bright ideas to the job which has really enhanced the project and the personal approach frankly was warm and always focused on what we needed. From keeping the site clean and tidy to working around our needs as a family is something unique and very welcomed. I would be delighted if you want to share the photos of the extension and I would recommend you without hesitation to future customers. Once again thank you from our little daughters' who still rave about Jimmy "Bob" the builder... and that really says it all. To not only have kept us satisfied but to have 3 little ones still raving about the room that Jimmy built is the best recommendation we could give.

With best wishes

Brendan and Patsy Hayes

Brendan and Patsy are happy to show other clients their extension. Please call 07896 727739 to arrange.

Extension build, 71 Main Street, Great Bowden, Market Harborough

Jimmy Rutland started work on my extension in September 2013 . He said it would be done by February 2014 and true to his word ,it was!

Jimmy took special care with the brick work, roofs and windows making sure they blended in with the original building- parts of which are over 100years old. The teams of trades people he works with are unfailingly pleasant , as is Jimmy himself.

All inall a job well done and a very satisfied customer.

Jill Dickerson.

Jill is happy to show other clients her extension. Please call 01858 464537 to arrange.

Extension build, 11 Riley Close, Market Harborough

Jimmy started work on creating our open plan kitchen extension in February and 12 weeks later and to budget we had a fabulous light and modern family space.  He interpreted our architect's drawings and suggested improvements, always seeing options rather than problems.  The plumbers and electricians that he employed to work on the project were excellent and we would certainly use them again.

We have had extensions built in the past and it was really refreshing to work with a builder who really takes pride in his work and the quality of the finish.

We are absolutely delighted with our new kitchen dining room.  It no longer needs lights on throughout the day and night and we have at last connected with our back garden through the bifold doors.  We would wholeheartedly recommend Jimmy to others.  

A big thank you from the Lewis family.

The Lewis family are happy to show other clients their extension. Please call 07962401451 to arrange.