This Month’s Tradesman

Bill Norman

General Handyman

Age: 43

Skills: Bill is our longest serving and fastest operating handyman. His broad range of skills cover all general property maintenance tasks and everything handyman related!

Vehicle: Scooter

How long at Handy Squad: 12 years

Previous work: Done a lot of carpentry previously, always been good with my hands.

How I got into this trade: I saw an ad in a newspaper over 10 years ago to work for the Handy Squad and at that time was working on site as a carpenter doing a few months work here and there around London. I wanted a more permanent job so switched to work full-time at the Handy Squad.

Why I like working at Handy Squad: I like working here because they treat us well and every day is different, You get to meet new people and take on different challenges daily. Also my knowledge of London is not far off that of a black cab driver now!

Most usual job: Hanging pictures and flat pack assembly

Oddest job: I was once asked to hang some giant paper mache body parts above a doorway. I will leave that to your imagination!

What I do in my spare time: In my spare time I make pictures of pop stars, film stars etc. from broken vinyl records https://m.facebook.com/swilfavinylart. I also make house music in my small home studio and do a bit of DJing.

TESTIMONIALS

Charlie was great on Saturday, arrived early and was very helpful.

Sally Anne

For those who'd rather drink a screwdriver than twiddle one…

Caroline Phillips, Journalist

Great, reliable, no-fuss service. I would definitely use the Handy Squad again AND they came in under budget!

Stephen, W4

Daniel came to my house this morning to do some jobs which he did exceptionally well. He also has a very nice manner and is incredibly helpful.

Stephanie, W6

We are all very impressed with their service. They are always very efficient and willing to help out in difficult situations and last minute jobs. All in all great service and excellent value for money.

Chesterton

Thank you to you and your team for organising this work so smoothly, and a big thank you to Lewis who has made a fantastic job of the work that needed to be done.

Calley

I called to see if someone would be available the next day, which I thought was short notice. James arrived just over an hour later and worked above and beyond the call of duty to get the lights fitted. Impressive.

Ruth, SW1

We have found their service exemplary. The team are efficient, friendly, and provide prompt feedback after each callout. The scooters also make a huge difference with the London traffic.

Strutt and Parker

Excellent, thank you. I usually hate having workmen in the house but I 100% trust your guys so it's a pleasure. They are polite and always do a great job. Nothing is a problem!

Kate, SW6

Easy to book, fast appointment, good communication when appointment needed to be rescheduled. Charlie was practical in his advice and fast in sorting out the projects. Will definitely use The Handy Squad again!

Cristina, W4

We love the Handy Squad!

Knight Frank

Tomasz was an absolute joy to have around. He was polite, neat and tidy. He was happy to go the extra mile, always punctual and funny. We were extremely impressed with his work and would use him again in the future.

Charlotte, NW5

The Handy Squad regularly help out our clients, and we get great feedback. When we send out the Handy Squad, we know our clients are in safe hands.

Quintessentially

Excellent service, from first telephone call to job completion. Could not ask for better. Thank you!

Francesca, W11

I live with a man who refuses to use a screwdriver, so I can’t live without the Handy Squad!

Tatler Magazine

Really excellent service. Lewis telephoned me to say that he was free and could come earlier than the appointment if I wished, which was very convenient. He did a very good job under difficult circumstances,as he had to go to a lot of trouble to find the right stopcocks for the hot and cold water. He could not have been nicer and more polite, professional and helpful and did a really good job. Lewis gets FIVE STARS from me.

Nicolette, SW1

Ross was very good, extremely helpful and took the initiative. The Handy Squad is definitely worth using every time.

Tony

Great experience - very helpful - and the service is very professional - on time and responsive.

Elsa, N1

Absolutely first class, The Handy Squad are always on time, do an excellent job and work quietly and efficiently at all times with a minimum of fuss.

Matthew Williamson

Efficient, friendly, professional. The Handy Squad is the perfect service for an often-absent husband.

Ben Fogle

James is an excellent electrician, very thorough and does not give up with problems, continues to tackle the problem. I can highly recommend him and will always use him in the future

Jane, SW1

The Handy Squad are the answer to everyone's prayers, especially the DIY challenged like myself. They're efficient, reliable, well-priced, trustworthy & deeply friendly

Tom Parker-Bowles

Very practical and well-informed. Provided an efficient solution to what was for me an impossible task. I will certainly recommend your service to others

Jenny, N1

Fantastic for those jobs you know you ought to get done, but don’t get time to do. The handymen are exceptionally conscientious & are always extremely polite & helpful. The service is invaluable!

Loyd Grossman

I would have no hesitation in using you again! The handy Squad are already on the recommended list of tradesmen for residents and I will certainly endorse that

Margo, SW11

The service was great, Bill was lovely and although I gave him an endless list that I thought he would never finish, he did and I had to think up more

Samantha Cameron