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Ask Jay handyman services

10/10

Blackwater, Newport, Isle of Wight

£1,000 guarantee T&Cs apply

Checkatrade member since February 2022

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10 /10

Based on 13 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

10

Reliability

10

Communication

10

Reviews (118)

  • 10

    Plumber

    Posted 20 May

    Highly recommend

    We recently had our shower replaced. The shower was a bit too low. The shower was replaced with no problems at all. It required extra work with no extra cost. There was a possibility of having tiles removed. A mermaid board was suggested. I'm so pleased we went with this suggestion. It looks fantastic. I would definitely recommend Jay's business. Work always carried out to a high standard and always leaves the area clean. We've also had other work carried out that we're really happy with. We will be booking future work through this company in the future.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: PO30
  • 10

    Carpenter

    Posted 18 April

    Excellent job

    Really professional. Clear quote, arrived on time. Neat and tidy. Did an excellent job. Would recommend to anyone.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: PO36
  • 10

    Painter / Decorator

    Posted 10 April

    Excellent handyman

    As always, Jay exceeds expectations. This time with a tricky paint job of a window and surrounds about 20 feet up. All done with a smile, great craft and excellent value.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: PO37
    Philip P
  • 10

    Handyman

    Posted 25 March

    Best Handyman Service on the Isle of Wight

    I have had many jobs done by Jay. All jobs have been done to a high standard and I would recommend him to anyone and everyone
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: PO30
  • 10

    Handyman

    Posted 28 January

    Reliable and trustworthy

    Second time I have used Jay for relatively small jobs - this time to renew our gate and gate posts and put up some items in the garden. Very friendly, reliable and trustworthy. Did a really good job. Gave a clear quote prior to the work and this is what I paid. Highly recommended.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: PO30
  • 10

    Handyman

    Posted 08 January

    Picture hanging and curtain pole

    I asked Jay to put up 2 pictures a plant hanger and a curtain pole, he came to look then emailed me a quote which was a good price so I excepted and he then came to do the work. He was very professional and also friendly and made an excellent job, I would definitely use him again and recommend him
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: PO33

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Jason Sowerby

Sole Trader

4 years on Checkatrade

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" South East Prestige award winner Handyman of the year 2025 "

After completing a marine engineering apprenticeship, serving for 10 years in the Royal Navy and then 22 years within the oil and gas industry, I decided that it was time to spend more time at home with my growing family.

I have travelled the world extensively and for the last 15 or so years, I have been teaching mechanical engineering maintenance to technicians and engineers at oil & gas facilities globally.

I am accredited member of the Institution of mechanical engineers and registered with the Engineering council. I also have full public liability insurance.


In July 2020 I set up as a sole trader local handyman service named Ask Jay, with the main objective of providing a friendly, reliable, professional, and trustworthy service to people across the Isle of Wight.

My constant aim is to offer a quality service that is value for money with a personal touch.


I have built up a loyal client base with many multiple returning customers, whilst continuing to grow the business and I look forward to hearing from you.

Ask Jay! Your friendly handyman serving the Isle of Wight.

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