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The Garage Conversion Specialists

Wareham, Dorset
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+Approved member since 2018

Services and skills

  • Builder

    17 skills

    Car Ports

    Cladding

    Concrete Garages

    Concreting

    Emergency Builder Service

    Extensions / Conversions

    Foundations

    Garage Conversions

    Garden Studios

    General Building

    Project Management

    Property Maintenance / Repair

    Refurbishments

    Steel Work Design

    Structural Design

    Structural Steels

    Workshop Design / Construction

  • Services

    3 services

    • Domestic Work
    • Free Estimates
    • 24 Hour Call-out

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Customer reviews

Overall ratingin last 12 months

7.81Write a review
  • Workmanship8.25 out of 10
  • Tidiness8.50 out of 10
  • Reliability6.75 out of 10
  • Courtesy7.75 out of 10
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35 Total Reviews

The reviews below represent customers' views and not the views of Checkatrade

  • Garage conversion, bathrooms and living room

    9Verified Review

    Andy is a lovely chap who always goes the extra mile to ensure his customer is happy. Mine was a large project which involved converting a double garage into a bedroom, boot room and bathroom; opening up 3 rooms to form an open plan living/kitchen/dining area, including installing 5 metre wide sliding doors (and associated supports) and installing to additional bathrooms. He worked exactly to the structural engineers plan and liaised on an ongoing basis with the local building control officer and the project received a sign off straight away as Andy had kept them so well informed.

    Location: DT6
  • Integral garage extension

    9.25Verified Review

    All the team were very approachable and friendly people. The Builder was very knowledgeable and would not cut corners but always offer to deliver what we wanted. They always cleaned up after their work each day. Tried to work around us without any disturbance even climbing in and out the ground floor window to avoid having to enter our home. Cannot fault the quality of the work and the delivered on budget and almost on time, but time was not the critical measure. Would highly recommend them for this type of work.

    Location: BH19
  • Kitchen extension with integral shower room

    3.25Verified Review

    This project was managed by Mr Andy Bamber (AB). After dismissing the men who had built the extension AB carried on with the work mostly alone. But with no explanation he suddenly abandoned the project. The work outstanding was: cooker hob and extractor fan connection, shower room extractor fan installation, edging strips on new floors needed to be laid down, and skirting boards to be fitted. Recently the shower room flooded and a hatch in the ceiling over the shower chair fell down. AB did not return my phone calls or my text messages. AB was courteous when here but now I feel very let down.

    Location: BH20
  • Garage conversion and extension to create a bedroom, bathroom and living area.

    9.75Verified Review

    From start to completion the process was explained simply and clearly. The planning process was carried out and accepted with one or two snags along the way which the builders sorted out with the authorities. A complication involving demolition and rebuilding a garage wall was tackled enthusiastically at an extra agreeable cost. This extended the build time by a v CV outlet of weeks-acceptable. Nothing was too much trouble for builder and tradesmen who were all excellent in their manner and work ethic. Repairs to existing property were carried out most satisfactorily. An enjoyable experience.

    Location: DT4
  • Installing an armoured cable to connect my new shed to the house

    9

    Andy's team (his son and Danny) did a good job digging the trench with Terris following behind and installing the cable and making good the connections in a very professional manner. All in all a good job - done quickly, neatly and efficiently. Well done - thanks!

    Location: BH20
  • Integral Garage Conversion into Self-Contained Annexe

    10Verified Review

    We really cannot fault the professional standards of this company and would highly recommend them. From the design work, performed by father and son, David and Andy, to the actual building work carried out by tradesmen Terris and Danny, every stage of the process was performed to the highest standard, with a friendly and cheery attitude, and all under the watchful eye of the Local Authority Building Control. We are delighted with the new annexe which features a bedroom and ensuite shower room with shower, toilet and basin. We are very glad that we chose this company to design and build it.

    Location: BH19

Company profile

  • OwnerMr Andrew Bamber
  • Member Since2018
  • Public Liability InsuranceSelf-Certified
  • AddressChecked
  • IdentityChecked
  • Checkatrade T&C'sSigned
  • VATNo
  • Company typeSole Trader

Company info

The Garage Conversion Specialists are a local family business and have been involved with the home improvement and building industry for many years. We are the areas leading force in garage conversions, which are still a relatively new area to the home improvement market.

David and Andrew Bamber, alongside a very knowledgeable and creative team of consultants and staff. All of the building work is carried out by our tradesmen to the highest standard.

You can make better use of your garage space

We have converted garages into many different types of rooms, but the majority of garage conversions are transformed into bedrooms, sometimes with en suite shower rooms. You could create a home office, dining room, larger kitchen or even a children’s play room.

Occasionally the garage conversion is used to home an elderly relative or to provide an income by letting to students or lodgers. Whatever ideas you have, one of our consultants can discuss the practical aspects with you and provide appropriate advice. However, you have to be realistic as to what to do with the space available and be able to comply with current building regulations.

What can i convert my garage into?

Most garages are no longer used for parking cars, but instead used to store unwanted household items, old furniture, kids toys and things that might be useful one day! Does that sound familiar?

Often garages are just very expensive storerooms that could be put to a more cost effective use. From experience we have found that the majority of garage contents can often be dumped, clearing the garage. There are specialists businesses advertising locally who can do this for you.

Do I need planning permission?

In most cases no, but we will confirm the exact position with the local council. You will however require Building Regulations approval for every garage conversion weather you require Planning Permission or not. We will make the application on your behalf.

Why should I choose The Garage Conversion Specialists?

We have built a reputation of delivering high quality workmanship at affordable prices to constantly achieve customer satisfaction.

How long will the job take to do?

We can usually convert a single garage into a habitable room in about two weeks. It will take a week or two longer for a double garage with ensuite and a kitchen. We will need at least a week to plan, survey and schedule the work, and we can usually begin work within about three to six weeks of you placing the work with us. We can also be flexible to meet any specific deadlines if required.

How much will it cost?

We will need to discuss your ideas and agree on your exact requirements before we can give you a detailed quotation for the work, then try to design a garage conversion to meet your budget. Our consultants will not sit in your home until midnight, but, will be thorough in the information that they provide and then leave.

How do I Pay?

We usually take a small deposit, stage payments and final payment on satisfactory completion.

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