LIMOUSIN  

The listing of artisans is alphabetical and in no way recommends one over another

"Excellent and highly skilled work. Worth a quote." Diana Newnham diana.newnham@tiscali.fr
 

"After buying a barn for conversion, we were in the position of so many people -  where do we find a reliable and trustworthy builder? Well, we did and that is why I am taking the time to recommend Ken Hames. If you want a top quality job and to be informed every step of the build, then this is your man! Cheers Ken and thank you. Simon Oates sjoates@hotmail.com

"I have nothing but praise for the way this guy does his work. He's highly professional not only in the way he gives a precisely costed estimate, but also in the way he keeps you informed of progress (including email photos) and the finish of his work to a high standard. At the same time he's down to earth and doesn't 'flannel'. He installed a second bathroom for me, knocked down and erected some internal walls, lined a loft roof space and fitted a Velux window and carried out some plastering work. All undertaken to my requirements with no supervision. I cannot fault his workmanship and would recommend him to anyone."
Derek Iceton derek.iceton@btinernet.com
 
"Ken has done a magnificent job on installing a ceiling and 2 Velux windows under/in my existing roof. He started when he said he would, gave me constant updates (as I was in the UK when he did the work) and finished on time too. The finished work is fantastic. Thank you to both him and his wife for their constant help during the work process. Highly recommended." Sarah Naish snaish@i12.com

"We used Ken for work on our cottage involving general building and rendering. The work was carried out to a very high standard and his punctuality was excellent. He was a tidy worker too, cleaning up after himself and we found him friendly and obliging. We would have no hesitation in either calling on his services again ourselves or recommending him to others."
Mike & Deb Seal, Les Bouiges. deb.seal@orange.fr

T.L.BUILDING SERVICES     PAGE ON THIS SITE  Dept 87

"In January 2006 I was actively seeking a builder and found Terry’s advertisement in Artisan Anglais. I contacted the email shown and got a prompt response from Anna, Terry’s wife. After it was established what I required, a detailed estimation was supplied and a meeting was set up to discuss in full what I expected and to decide whether Terry was the right person for the job. This was very important to me as I am based in London and would only be visiting the property intermittently. The meeting was very successful & I felt Terry understood what I wanted and was willing to make adjustments to the cost and requirements."
Eileen Davies eileendavies@homechoice.co.uk
 

JOHN PETER SLACK   PAGE ON THIS SITE  Dept 87

"Having purchased our typically run down French cottage in the Limousin we were searching for a builder to take on the renovation work on Artisan Anglais and came across J.P.S. On our next visit we arranged to meet up with John and instantly knew that he was the man for the job. John recommended that we checked out his previous work before going ahead, which we did and were further impressed with the quality of work and attention to detail. Having agreed a programme and price, John duly commenced work and started to transform our dilapidated cottage into a wonderful home adding modern conveniences while retaining the French charm. John constantly communicated with us back in the UK throughout the project and completed on time and on budget. Each time we returned to France we were always amazed by how much the work had progressed and were also surprised how John managed to keep the place clean with so much work going on around him. I would like to take this opportunity to thank John for all his hard work and dedication throughout and wish him and his family continued success in the Limousin. Brilliant job, well done and highly recommended!"
Tim Tracey  timtracey@tinyworld.co.uk


"John Slack has completed 2 house renovation projects for us that have entailed building works and plumbing. Both projects involved fitting new kitchens and bathrooms and loft conversions. John saw both projects through from start to finnish his work has been of exceptional standard his finnishing is as good as you can get.
We have had no cause to complain about any asprct of his work. Every thing has been left neat and tidy. We have trusted John to hold keys to our property for us and he has always respected our trust and has gone the extra mile by being around when we have had other professions coming. I would have no hesitation in using John to do work for us again and I would hace no hesitaion in recommending him to any one else. So to sum up if you are looking for an excellent trust worthy builder to do work for you then you need look no further."
Glen Sumner glensumner@hotmail.com
 

"John Todd has done an excellent job of restoring the colour of the oak beams and the stone fireplace in our house that we believe dates back to the mid 1800's. The beams had been blackened by smoke, the fireplace covered in tar and soot from the many years of log burning. John has done an excellent job within our tight timescales to renovate the property and I can definitely recommend him" Colin Clarke colinandjane@lineone.net

"John is friendly and efficient. He is very knowledgeable and willing to explain in detail and with helpful hints as to what must be done and will be done. Our house is mid-18th century and John has transformed our salle de sejour and foyer. The photos here show the transformation from dark and blackened beams to light and airy ones. John and Ruth make a good team. I would recommend them and have recommended them to our friends in the Limousin. We intend to use John's services again in our next schedule of work" 
Bernard Lyons bernielyons@fsmail.net

"John & Ruth truly enjoy their work. They are friendly and give a highly professional service. Our cottage, downstairs, has been transformed by their careful approach to both the beams and selected stone-work. They are also a mine of useful information. We will be asking them back to do the next phase and highly recommend them to you."
Robert Lightowler robertlightowler@yahoo.co.uk