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Cables & Wires

Checkatrade membership number: 89724

Address

Sompting, Lancing, West Sussex, BN15 0LD

Contact

name: Ian Parkin
telephone: 01903 521572   Enlarged for easy dialing:
01903 521572
mobile: 07976 064639
email: cablesandwires@ntlworld.com
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Checkatrade member since: 20 May 2008
Overall Rating: 9.9
Total recommendations: 75
Last six months: 75 cards, average rating 9.9

Customer Monitoring Reports

Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New Ariel Fitted
On time-polite-hard working-great job! Nice man, would use again.
Customer in Brighton, 3 November 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New aerial and 4 TV points.
Ian arrived on time and did an excellent job and I would recommend him and he will be doing more work for us.
Customer in Shoreham-by-sea, 21 October 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New aerial.
He arrived on time, carried out the work efficiently.  He cleared up. I would recommend him to anyone.
Customer in Lancing, 21 October 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New aerial and extra t.v point
Perfect workmanship and extremely helpful. I would recommend them.
Customer in Brighton, 16 October 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 9Timekeeping: 9 out of 10 9Courtesy: 9 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.7
Combined score: 9.7 out of 10
New aerial.
Very good and friendly service.  Nothing was too much trouble for him and infact, he did a lot more than he should have done, and didn't have to pay anything extra. Excellent company, I will use him again.  I would recommend them.
Customer in Hove, 9 October 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Install new TV Aerial
Excellent job, neatly done and in a polite and pleasant manner.  Explained everything fully and we are very pleased with the result.
Customer in Worthing, 8 October 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New pole after storm damage
We are very satisfied with the work carried out. I would recommend them.
Customer in Lancing, 7 October 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Freesat installation of 2 goodmans boxes.
Very quick and efficient. Very reliable.
Customer in Worthing, 3 October 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 9Value for money: 9 out of 10
9.8
Combined score: 9.8 out of 10
New aerial and additional point.
Great service, great attitude, very happy with the work completed.  I would recommend them
Customer in Worthing, 3 October 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Freesat installation and freesat setup.
A very nice guy, very helpful, very polite and quick. I would recommend them.
Customer in Peacehaven, 2 October 2008
Scores:
-Estimating: Not Applicable 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Telephone point repair.
On time. Knew his trade, courteous, carried out the work. All round excellent. I would recommend them.
Customer in Littlehampton, 1 October 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
TV tune.
Very polite, helpful and professional. I would recommend them.
Customer in Worthing, 30 September 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New aerial Tv distribution unit.
A very pleasant, cheerful person, who arrived on time, worked quickly and efficiently and I hope all will work well when I move in. I would recommend them.
Customer in Lancing, 29 September 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
2 new telephone points and new tv point and freesat point.
Cables and wires well efficient, professional and a pleasure to deal with. I would recommend them.
Customer in Pulborough, 23 September 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
3 extra Freesat points.
Ian's work was first rate, his knowledge was excellent and I would not hesitate to recommend him after he completed quite a complex problem superbly.
Customer in Worthing, 12 September 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New aerial.
Quick response to email inquiry and response to acceptance of quote, very friendly, good service.
Customer in Brighton, 10 September 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Installation of Freeview box.
Best service and job one could wish for - very considerate man. I would recommend them.
Customer in Lancing, 9 September 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New aerial and extra satellite feed
Excellent in every aspect. I would recommend them.
Customer in Lancing, 9 September 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 8Timekeeping: 8 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.7
Combined score: 9.7 out of 10
Two additional free sat points and free sat boxes.
Ian assessed our options and I felt he gave us best advice from the whole market.  I would recommend them.
Customer in Worthing, 8 September 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Re run of cables after Sky installation.
Ian Parkin is a first class workman and now a friend, nothing is too much trouble for him. I would recommend them.
Customer in Worthing, 4 September 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 9Timekeeping: 9 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.8
Combined score: 9.8 out of 10
Addictional satellite feed for freesat box.
A genuine nice chap who does a good job.
Customer in Brighton, 1 September 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Extra tv point.
Very knowledgeable and honest.  We originally wanted to buy a new aerial, but Ian told us not to bother, as just a booster would do, and be much cheaper. I would recommend them.
Customer in Hove, 15 August 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New aerial and 2 TV bints.
Excellent workmanship, a pleasure to meet such a considerate workman. I would recommend them.
Customer in Lancing, 15 August 2008
Scores:
-Estimating: Not Applicable 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 8Value for money: 8 out of 10
9.6
Combined score: 9.6 out of 10
Extra tv point.
I found this man very polite and friendly and extremely helpful.  I would recommend them.
Customer in Worthing, 14 August 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 8Value for money: 8 out of 10
9.7
Combined score: 9.7 out of 10
New aerial.
On time and friendly service provided. I would recommend them.
Customer in Lancing, 14 August 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New aerial
I am very satisfied with the work done. I would recommend them.
Customer in Worthing, 11 August 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New aerial.
My wife and I are senior citizens. Mr Parkin spent time explaining to us our options before carrying out a job well done. Thank you.
Customer in Worthing, 11 August 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New aerial
Cables and wires did everything they said they would and provided a very professional service
Customer in Worthing, 30 July 2008
Scores:
-Estimating: Not Applicable 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New phone socket
Extreme polite and helpful, took his time to explain what he was doing. I would recommend them.
Customer in Littlehampton, 24 July 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Secure aerial with new bracket
Arrived on time, neatly and well carried out. I would recommend them.
Customer in Worthing, 24 July 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 9Workmanship: 9 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.8
Combined score: 9.8 out of 10
3 Telephone points installed
Arrived on time and at short notice (panic job!). Completed the work quickly and with minimum fuss and disruptiuon. Polite and trustworthy.
Customer in Arundel, 23 July 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New free sat dish and set up of 4 free sat box.
This is the second time we have had Ian Parkin, do work for us, and once again, first class work done.  Very pleased. I would recommend them.
Customer in , 21 July 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
2 Extra tv points and telephone point.
Ian was very reliable, definitely value for money and overall quality of service excellent.  I would recommend them every time.
Customer in , 16 July 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Extra TV point.
First class work - great value for money. I would recommend them.
Customer in Brighton, 9 July 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Freesat installation.
Ian was a very nice chap, clean and tidy. His work was very good and nothing was too much trouble for him. 10/10. I would recommend them.
Customer in , 30 June 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Service call.
Very professional workmanship and value for money. I would recommend them.
Customer in Lancing, 24 June 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Free sat set up.
Punctual, courteous and efficient - A pleasure to deal with. I would recommend them.
Customer in Worthing, 18 June 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New aerial.
Fast, efficient, courteous and very reasonably priced. Would certainly recommend.
Customer in Wisbech, 17 June 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New aerial, booster and system check.
Very reasonable, friendly and good quality workman. I would recommend them.
Customer in Lancing, 16 June 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Freesat setup and installation.
The gentleman was very friendly, smartly dressed - I was very happy with the whole service. I would recommend them.
Customer in Lancing, 10 June 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Sat dish freesat setup.
Very friendly.The work carried out was super. Couldn't' ask for better service, I am very happy with the whole service. Thank you. Super service
Customer in Lancing, 10 June 2008
Scores:
-Estimating: Not Applicable 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Service call
If only all tradesmen were this good - polite, efficient, and best of all a fair price. I would recommend them.
Customer in Worthing, 9 June 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Extra socket
Has done many jobs for me, he is like a friend now more so than a tradesman. I would not trust many tradesmen on their own, but Ian Parkin, I would leave my front door key with him, that is how much I trust him. I would recommend them.
Customer in Worthing, 9 June 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 8Value for money: 8 out of 10
9.7
Combined score: 9.7 out of 10
Bury aerial cable in wall ready for flat screen tv.
We were very pleased with his work and would recommend him.
Customer in Lancing, 4 June 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Tlelphone point and tv point.
100% excellent professional service. I choose "Cables and wires" as they were a local firm. I am very glad I did. I would recommend them.
Customer in Hove, 2 June 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Move sat leads to different roof and aerial and extra sockets.
Takes a pride in his work, very clean and tidy, explains everything regarding the work to be done. I am happy to pay his price because I know I will get a good clean job. I would recommend them.
Customer in Lancing, 29 May 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Extra tv points
Excellent service and value for money. I would recommend them.
Customer in Worthing, 23 May 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Sockets and magic eye link.
Would fully recommend, totally satisfies with works carried out.
Customer in Worthing, 22 May 2008
Scores:
-Estimating: Not Applicable -Tidiness: Not Applicable 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 -Workmanship: Not Applicable 8Value for money: 8 out of 10
9.6
Combined score: 9.6 out of 10
TV tuned
I have used him before and found the service to be excellent and have recommended him to friends and colleagues.
Customer in Worthing, 21 May 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Re-aligned tv aerial.
Very courteous and knowledgeable.  I would definitely recommend them.
Customer in Lancing, 30 April 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
New Aerial
As my marks show could not be better makes a change to have someone round to do the work and have it done well. I would recommend them.
Customer in Worthing, 3 July 2007
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