Testimonials
'' Michael Sheppard managed the work on behalf of the specialist
contractor appointed to carry out the restoration work and carried
out some of the restoration of the surfaces himself. The
project took two years to complete and is valued at approximately
£1.4M.
Michael Sheppard exercised great skill and care in carrying out
the work and liaised with the consultants involved in the project
and castle management to ensure the work was carried out to the
specification and to programme.
I have no hesitation in recommending him to you.''
Anthony Dawkin, Partner, Parry and Dawkin
Parry and Dawkin, Chartered Surveyors, are the project
manager and cost manager for the restoration of the decorative
surfaces of the Burges Interiors at Cardiff Castle.
The decorative surfaces at the castle were designed by
William Burges for the Marquis of Bute and are grade 1 listed by
CADW Welsh Historic Monuments.
'' I write to confirm that we have been very pleased with the
quality of new leadwork carried out to the main roof and turret
roofs during the recent refurbishment of Queen Annes Summerhouse,
We would certainly consider using NSE's skills again on future
projects''
Alastaier Dick-Cleland, Projects Co-ordinator, The
Landmark Trust
''We first came to work with NSE Contracts in May 2009 when the
lead from a stable block on the estate had been removed overnight.
From the first telephone call to request a site visit , they have
been professional, friendly and extremely accommodating. All
requests have been delivered and all questions answered in an
honest and easy way to understand.
From the three contractors selected to quote for our original
job, they were preffered supplier as thier professionalism and
ability to work within out limitations shone far above the other
two contractors. they have worked closely with our architects to
ensure the job was carried out to the very exacting standards
required by english heritage and have used thier craftmanship to
restore the leas work to the required level.
Their presence on site has been excellent and we have had no
problems with thier site conduct. Their general health and safety
conduct and awareness of safety issues relating to our visitors was
also faultless.
Moggerhanger Park Ltd, on behalf of the Moggerhanger House
Preservation Trust, would have no hesitations in recommending NSE
Contracts and in having them on site for any futur work
required.
NSE Contracts are a professional, trustworthy and friendly team
to work with and who have excellent craftmanship and business
conduct''
Mrs Carrie Irvin, Bookings and House Manager,
Moggerhanger Park Ltd
"We can confirm that NSE carried out re-roofing works to the
above noted Government property, circa. £4.2 Mil, replacing several
damaged roofs, safely, on time and on budget.
From submitting betterment on design to the finished product, we
had no adverse comments whatsoever.
We have had inherent issues regarding the security aspect of the
project as it is a government property. NSE took all the required
issues on board, and was sensitive to the requirements and we have
pleasure in stating that from management through to operatives, NSE
met all expectations.
We would have no issues in using NSE on another project in the
future".
Paul Tucker, Project Manager, Wates Interiors 16a Great
Peter Street, London
"I have known Neil for many years, and our two companys' have
worked closely together for a long time now, with NSE covering all
our leadwork. Also being an approved contractor for Alkor
waterproofing, they cover our single ply work and felt flat roofing
also. All their tradesmen are extremely skilled individuals, a
pleasure to work with."
Mark Cain, Managing Director, Bedford Roofing Services
Ltd
"We requested the help of NSE Leadwork Ltd in February of 2006
during the 30m pound refurbishment of the Luton Hoo Estate. They
were punctual, stuck to time schedules and were generally very
knowledgeable in their trade. They were also a great help on the
design front of many parts of the job, with their up to date
knowledge of lead sheet specification. A great ally on this
project; true tradesmen"
Paul Hardy, Construction Manager, Cardy Construction
Ltd
"We were struggling to find a company to help us with lead down
pipes and bespoke cast brackets on a refurb project on a listed
building in Cambridge. Their attention to detail was impeccable and
the new works matched perfectly in with the old existing leadwork.
They are immediately added to our tender list for all future
roofing works"
Andy Hill, Managing Director, Hill Partnerships
Ltd
''We are pleased to confirm that the works, as carried out by
NSE Contracts Limited, have been completed in accordance with our
specification of works. This has been carried out to an exceptional
stamdart by the workmen involved and to a high level of
detail''
P R Carruthers, Managing Director, Hace
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