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Richardson & Starling

Inverness, Highland, Inverness-shire

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At Richardson and Starling, we are proud to provide a number of home and commercial property repair and refurbishment services, specialising in damp removal and prevention. We have been in the business for over 8 decades and have a team of dedicated professionals located all over Scotland.

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6 December 2019

My elderly mother sought a survey for her block of flats and was given an honest opinion and advice. The problem did not merit a report and there was thus no charge. It is refreshing that a company operates in this way and does not “manufacture” work for itself. More...

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26 October 2019

We have just had a major restoration job done on our very old sash and case windows. Very pleased with the results. All the guys were very careful, friendly and cleaned up very well. Thank you Mattie, Chris, Evan and thanks to Darren who surveyed and organised the job.We would recommend using them. More...

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8 October 2019

Issue with mould in the ceiling. Jamie came round and after a thorough survey of the problem he determined it was caused by patchy insulation cover in the loft. This was because the downlights installed by a previous occupier hadn’t been fitted with downlight covers, probably so the contractor could shave some money off the bill. So to avoid the fire risk they left big gaps in the insulation! So as a result of a FREE survey I was able to rectify the issue with advice and purchasing some covers and fitting them myself it’s sorted. Recognising that Richardson and Starling would get nothing for their time and help I tried to stick some cash in Jamie’s hand but he refused it saying ‘We are an honest company and we give honest advice, I would rather than you keep us in mind for any time you do need us and recommend us to your friends.’ What more could you ask for. Jamie was an absolute gentleman. I can’t speak to the companies workmanship as we didn’t need it. But I’m sure most people stress about getting the right advice and advice you can trust. I trust Richardson and Starling. More...

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2 October 2019

Rated highly for: Responsiveness, Quality, Punctuality, ValueThey did a fantastic job from initial contact to tidying up. The work completed was to a very high standard and James, who was working at my house for four days, was superb. Thank you.

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26 September 2019

Delighted with the work these guys carried out on my hall/kitchen & liv room, fast friendly & left my house immaculate after a massive job. Most importantly playful with My dog :-) More...

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26 September 2019

Colin and Kevin from the Stirling Branch came and stripped walls and fitted wet wall panels what an amazing job and they done a brilliant job with the tidy up and very pleasant to speak to I would recommend this company as they worked to a very high standard .

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20 August 2019

Matty and James came to carry out the installation of a damp-proof membrane in a bedroom of our new house in Gilcrux, Wigton. They took a lot of care in protecting floors and carpets, worked on schedule and did an excellent job. We are extremely satisfied with the service we had from this company. More...

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19 August 2019

Hi there would just like to thank the two lads working at Woodfield Crescent in Ayr dropped my wallet and went out there way to return it in this day and age good to see there is still good honest Guys out there a credit to your company.

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21 May 2019

We asked Richardson and Starling to come out and survey some possible issues around our semi detached house in Bishopbriggs. Clarke came out and was timeous, courteous, thorough, informative and professional. I couldn't recommend them highly enough and would definitely use them in the future. More...

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28 April 2019

After our survey was carried out the 2 lads Matty H and Matty S arrived as arranged to carry out replacing our wall ties . They were more than happy to explain what this involved and got to work straight away. Can be a worry when work is being carried out but not with these lads they were polite and carried on completing there part on time. Nice to come home and find them washing the path down (saved me a job ) . More...

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29 March 2019

I had Ryan and Jamie fixing my dampness in my cupboard today . Branch from Livingston. Very good they did .

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27 February 2019

Great service, very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend, he arrived on time, ensured carpets were protected and cleaned/tidied up at the end of the job.

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27 February 2019

Technician Gregor Ferguson attended my property to repair the flooring, he was really professional and went out his way above and beyond to repair. Then to make sure he tidied up his work area tooI would highly recommend the service of Richardson and starling. More...

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28 January 2019

Requested a property survey. Darren arrived promptly, was very knowledgeable on the subject & carried out a thorough professional assessment. Excellent.

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28 January 2019

Great job by Jordan the joiner and Isaac the plasterer would deffo reccomend

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29 November 2018

Amazing free advice for anyone having issues with condensation or damp. They offer solutions that will either cost money or that otherwise you can carry out yourself. Great company.

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3 October 2018

a job well done with no complaints

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3 October 2018

excellent job done on my bathroom floor by Craig davidson and robert devlin..

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30 September 2018

i contacted Richardson and Starling in Glasgow as i had a really bad problem with condensation. the surveyor arrived and noticed i had a leak which had rotted under the floor and joists in my bathroom flooring which i wasn't aware of. They were brilliant, removed the old flooring and put in a new floor for me and the surveyor gave me advice on how to manage the condensation without the need for paying for more services i didn't need. Both the surveyor, Melvin and joiner Murdo were great. Thank you! More...

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30 September 2018

I was amazed at how fast the job was done. A good solid floor that will be there for years to come. The technician Craig Davidson in particular really seemed to know his stuff. Well impressed. Good stuff.

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3 September 2018

I was satisfied with the work martin the plasterer and murdo the joiner were very helpful and very neat and tidy when the finished the job on the 4th 5th and the 9th and 10th of January 2018

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3 September 2018

Great service, know what they are doing and not out to rip you off. More companies should operate this way.

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3 September 2018

Had 2 men in to remove and replace damp plasterwork. Job done in 2 days. Chris and Robbie finished the job to a high standard.

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3 September 2018

Cannot recommend Richardson & Starling highly enough - fantastic service in diagnosing and treating wet rot in shower room. From the surveyor (Melvin), administrative assistance (Joanne) to the workmen (Mo and Ciaran) they were all excellent to work with. Melvin was so helpful and reassuring throughout the process. The workmen were courteous, hard working, very tidy, mindful by using overshoes and generally an exemplar of workmen who I wouldn’t hesitate to have back in my house. Thank you so much. More...

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3 September 2018

Had Richardson and Starling to my property in Musselburgh. From start to finish the job went great Robin was a good workman tidied up at the finish which is always a good thing and left a good job. I would thoroughly recommend them. Thank you More...

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3 September 2018

I recently arranged for R&S to visit my property for a quote to repair a couple of areas of damp around two doors. I was extremely impressed by them. They swiftly arranged a time and date and the gentleman that came was extremely knowledgeable, professional and above all helpful. Rather than furnish me with an expensive quote he gave me some advice on how to potentially alleviate the problem myself before resorting to more drastic measures. This sort of help and honesty is rare these days. I would certainly call them again if any of my properties require damp proofing. More...

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1 August 2018

This company was out doing work on my home in Coatbridge. I must say the standard of work was excellent! Craig and Robert came into my home and treated it with respect regardless of the large job they had to do. They were very professional and friendly. I didn't need to tidy up as these guys did all the work! Result!Well Done Craig & RobertJulie Clacher More...

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23 July 2018

I would definitely recommend Richardson & Starling. Great job. Thanks a million

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23 July 2018

Just had both bedrooms done and not one single complaint :) they guys that did the work were nice and cheery came in n got the work done :) so happy with the work n can get my wee ones cot set up without dampness and mould ruining everything. .oh and they even hoovered up after themselves lol job well done guys thank you :) More...

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23 July 2018

I've had work done in my bathroom in south Ayrshire and I can't thank Darren for all his advise and help with the damp I had. Jason the plumber worked around everything that was going on.Hugh the joiner well what a job he did with wet boards fantastic work. Good man at his trade. Kris the apprentice was hard working young man as well. Job gets finished today. These guys are great you could have a wee banter with them and they just worked away . Only work men I know that when offered tea and rolls in sausage refused . It just shows they are keen from start to finish. . Daren was great he advised and explained stuff well. Mr Bone from council side was fantastic. Job turned out to be bigger than first thought but today it's all finished .
Thank You very much guys so clean and tidy I even offered to hoover and you wouldn't allow it. Your bosses should be proud they have such a great team.
From Gavin Hamilton Court
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23 July 2018

Very pleased with the work carried out at 11 maxwell street Girvan the trades
Man could not have been more helpful Mrs Ashwater

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23 July 2018

Robin has just completed some damp proof work in a Victorian box cupboard. It required joinery and reprinting to restore it. He did an excellent job and cleaned up perfectly. I am very impressed and will continue to recommend the company, and robin too! Thanks, Dr Kathryn Milburn More...

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23 July 2018

Just had a damp-proof membrane installed in our lower basement flat by Anthony Gordon & Martin Byrne. The guys were thoroughly professional; very friendly; & were obviously keen to do a good job. When I asked to see the surveyor they also arranged that without hesitation. Was interesting to note too that a Supervisor appeared, unannounced, just to check on what the lads were up to. All in all, one of our better experiences with tradespeople. Highly recommendable. More...

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23 July 2018

Just had work done on our home in Oban , this really is a first class company from initial contact to completion the experience we had was first class , Lesley in the office was so good at the initial enquiry and Graeme Bell who supervised the work was kept us informed with everything that was happening, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend or use this company again.

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23 July 2018

had Jamie and his son from Richard and Starling from Livingston branch doing work in my house the past 2 weeks really friendly guys works perfect even cleaned up everything cheers guys

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23 July 2018

Just wanted to say a huge thank you to Chris Beckett and his excellent team of men from the Perth branch for coming to my aid and sorting out the woodworm problem in my property left behind by the Stirling branch after they carried out extensive work on my property and charged me nearly £35,000 . ..I had just paid my bill and received my guarantee when to my absolute horror the decorator who was working in my property called me to say he have found woodworm in the dining room don't understand how this could have happened as the whole house was stripped bear ...I called the Stirling but the manager who was in charge of my job was on holiday so I got to speak with the Chris Beckett who couldn't have been more helpful especially when I told him my 90yr old mother was due to get home from the care home later that week but now couldn't due to finding woodworm in the house and further work had to be carried out ...Pity the Stirling Brach couldn't have done their job better it would have saves me another £200 to keep my mother in the home another week ...my decorator can't believe that the holes in the ceiling and walls on the upper floor weren't filled in and plastered instead it's costing me several hundred pounds to repair them .I also had to ask to have part of the walls and the ceiling replaced in both upstairs bedrooms as they had taken them down to treat part of the roof.I asked about this and was told I hadn't been charged to replace them ..I wasn't happy so they came along and put up some plaster board but didn't finish it Iv to pay to get the plasterer in to finish off ..The men you came to carry out the work from Stirling and Perth were all very friendly and professional except the one sent out to confirm that I had indeed found more woodworm he asked if I had requested that the panels were taken off in the dining room to check the area for woodworm as the men didn't have xray eyes ...so five stars to Chris Becket and his team you guys earned it More...

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23 July 2018

Thank you to mike and Chris from the Dumfries branch. A long journey to Stranraer. Efficient and friendly service. Would recommend. �

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23 July 2018

Just had C Johnston , L Rennie and M Marricco from the Stirling branch do a lot of work in my bathroom such lovely guys very hard working and efficient the work was done to perfection and I would highly recommend them to anyone.

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23 July 2018

I would like to thank Robbie Goudie and Chris Peacock from the Ayr branch, who insulated and re-plastered my bedroom wall today. They worked efficiently and quickly and did an excellent job! Although this is a dusty job, they kept this to a minimum and I was very impressed with how clean they left my room. I would certainly recommend them to my friends. More...

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23 July 2018

I was very impressed by how fast Richardson & Starling's Glasgow branch got things moving after I called them about wet rot in my bathroom floor. I was worried about how I'd cope because of my disability but they were very reassuring and they got the whole job done in less than a day, at a lower price than I'd expected. A friendly, no-fuss service. I hope others have the good fortune to find them. More...

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23 July 2018

Just wanted to thank Darren&Faye an all there boys for putting up with us over the past weeks. Totaly first class work from every single one of there team. Cant wait to move back in on Monday. Many thanks. Tracy Brown from Ayr. More...

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23 July 2018

As Managing Director of Richardson & Starling I would like to welcome you to our Facebook page. We are celebrating 80 years in business this year and pride ourselves in delivering quality Property Care to all types of domestic and commercial clients. To find out more about our business click on our new website @ richardsonandstarling to view our video or contact your local branch. More...

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23 July 2018

Had some work done underneath the floor in my bedroom which I was absolutely dreading. The job was done quickly and professionally by John Dalziel and David Wright with minimal upheaval and the team were friendly and professional at all times. I would thoroughly recommend Richardson and Starling and would not hesitate to use them again...cheers guys!! More...

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23 July 2018

While nobody and nothing can ever possibly be perfect, Richardson & Starling, as a firm and for their tradesmen are near-as-damnit perfect. They have set the standard for us, a real benchmark, without our go to contractors we shall feel a bit lost. Today was their last day and I felt a tinge of genuine sadness to see them go. Colin Johnston and Gregor Ferguson worked almost full time at our property for the best part of four months and have done an absolutely epic job. The house is barely recognisable, what these two guys achieved is beyond words phenomenal. On top of that they also happen to be charming people that both my wife and I enjoyed sharing time with, our one year old son shall certainly miss the onsite banter and wise cracks! But seriously, I can't recommend them more highly and if you would like more information of our experience with R&S Stirling feel free to contact me directly on here. I also mustn't forget the unsung heroes Graeme Bell, chief contracts manager who regularly cracked the whip and was an immensely helpful liaison when required. As well as Alan Russel, surveyor who gets a big shout out; he was our first point of contact with R&S, he is a great ambassador for the company, extremely polite, knowledgeable and utterly charming, we shall be calling upon his babysitting services for the aforementioned child. Alan deserves some sort of a medal from his company for always steering us in the right direction, he was hugely helpful. We also met Dean who was a good sounding board on the early days of project planning, he's also lucky enough to look like a Scottish version of Jake Gyllenhaal, which is an excellent attribute for any aspiring surveyor! Anyway, the point is R&S are excellent, and get a massive thumbs up in our book. I will happily refer them and chat to whomever may be undecided about them. Keep up the good works guys! More...

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23 July 2018

Huge thankyou to Chris Peacock ( joiner ) & Robbie Goudie ( plasterer ) Ayr Branch - for the fantastic and very tidy job they done in my bathroom today . So happy and highly recommend :)

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5 July 2018

Have had R&S work on our council property twice now, both times good workmanship & tidy up after, Just wish council workers performed to the same standard. Would recommend R&S highly.

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2 July 2018

Great and friendly service, the contractor Scott Brown was very professional and knowledgeable.

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2 July 2018

I would definitely recommend Richardson & Starling. The two tradesmen, Graeme & Derek, did a great job in my kitchen, & previously Graeme & Scott did great work in another room. I was very impressed.

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2 July 2018

Richardson and Starling recently completed some damp proofing on my property and i would definitely recommend them to others. The survey and overall service provided was professional and the work was completed on time with as minimal mess as such invasive works can cause. Although slightly more expensive that other quotes i had it was worth the extra to gain peace of mind of the 30 year guarantee More...

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1 June 2018

i have had robert connelly plasterer and jordan reid joiner doing work in my house all this week sorting damp issues they have both been excellent hard working tradesmen and have always left each room clean and tidy when finnished would not think twice about using them again many thanks

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