Reviews

  1. August 2023

    We thought renewing our ageing wooden lean to conservatory would be a daunting task, but not with Realistic! Ryan visited at the outset (he knows his stuff) and we agreed on an Ultraframe with rosewood finish and ultra grey slate solid roof. We agreed a price and were kept informed of progress. Surveyor Dave attended and produced detailed plans. We knew there would be a fair wait before work could commence. The build team of Chris and Matt who have been working together for the past twenty years arrived; demolished the existing conservatory, ready to build the new Ultraframe on the existing walls. They were brilliant, there speed and quality of work, tidiness and approachability was second to none. Plasterer Brian made an excellent job of the interior ceiling. Chris and Matt also fitted a sliding door to our rear porch and promptly carried out a bit of snagging to the conservatory We are extremely pleased with the finished article and cannot fault the whole work team, including Jen and Dean in the office.

    Submitted:
    John and Chris Gordon August 31, 2023
    • Realistic Home Improvements Comment

      Thank you John and Chris, I will pass on your lovely review to everyone in the team, it was a pleasure working with you on this project.

  2. May 2023

    Ryan and Jen at Realistic Home Improvements were really attentive throughout our project and provided clear information, updates and advice throughout. The finished windows and patio doors, all of which are unique with floating mullions and astragal bars, look great and were installed without fuss. We will have more windows and doors to replace in the future and would have no hesitation to repeat our custom with Realistic Home Improvements. Lovely to get a nice review but we wouldn't get them if it wasn't for our installers.

    Submitted:
    Matt Syrett June 19, 2023
    • Realistic Home Improvements Comment

      It’s always a pleasure working with you. Thank you for the review :-)

  3. May 2023

    Really happy with my new back door, the design, fixtures and no fuss manner in which it was ordered and fitted. I am a returning customer and have recommended Realistic to a work colleague already.

    Submitted:
    Mr Clark May 26, 2023
    • Realistic Home Improvements Comment

      Thank you for the review and your continued support Andrew. I hope to see you again soon.

  4. We chose Realistic Home Improvements for our windows and doors as from the offset they were reliable, friendly and honest. Ryan visited to offer advice and Dave completed a survey, pointing out any issues that could occur and ensuring the products would meet our requirements. Tim, Graham, Matt and Chris all worked so hard on fitting - they were clean, tidy, respectful and friendly. First rate! We love the transformation of our home. Highly recommended!

    Submitted:
    Jo Mallard May 26, 2023
    • Realistic Home Improvements Comment

      Thank you Jo we really appreciate you taking the time to leave us a lovely review, and It has been a real pleasure for all of us working with you on this project.

  5. January 2023

    Ryan Barrett visited my property and produced all the CADS whilst he was there and it all looked amazing. Ryan was very honest and confident that the small area I had would work and make the perfect dining room/sun lounge area. He was true to his word as the area has made an amazing difference and have been able to place my existing dining furniture perfectly. When the works started in October, 22 the groundworks team were amazing (Ben and Graham) so hardworking and conscious about the level of upheaval. Then Chris and Matt took over with the build and again amazing and dedicated workers. There was great continuity and the Plasterer, Brian, his work was amazing too and great comments were made by my visiting friends. I’m more than pleased with the extra room as it has made so much difference having that extra space which feels so much bigger than I thought it was going to be. So a huge thank you to Ryan and all his team for being amazing perfectionists as anything less was not acceptable in their eyes and if there was an issue that arose there was always a solution. Thank you.

    Submitted:
    Fances Mais March 22, 2023
    • Realistic Home Improvements Comment

      We are all very pleased to hear that you are happy with the completed extension. I have passed this onto everyone who has been involved in your project and if you need us for anything lets us know as it has been our pleasure working for you and thanks for the pictures too.

  6. Feb 2023

    We are delighted with our new conservatory. We had the old one removed and a new one installed in just 3 days and the quality & workmanship was superb. Highly recommended!

    Submitted:
    Stuart Luck February 24, 2023
    • Realistic Home Improvements Comment

      We are very pleased to hear that you are happy with the works completed by Matt and Chris and grateful for your feedback.

  7. February 2023

    Many we take the opportunity to thank Realistic for an amazing professional service replacing our damaged conservatory roof and also all the glass in our SMART system bifold doors as well as repairing the alignment on both sets of bifolds. Ryan believed he could repair the structure and our faith in him was evident when Realistic teams arrived on time and straight to task. They were highly professional, courteous, conscientious and caring. It was obvious they take pride in their work when repairing our structure making it better than previously installed. The two teams from Realistic were friendly, respectful and wanted to do a first class job. May we highlight Chris and Matthew were outstanding and could not do enough to ensure the replacement went smoothly. We were also taken back by their work ethic and ensured everything was clean and tidy. It is not often you get a first class service but we feel we have from Realistic. We cannot recommend Realistic enough!

    Submitted:
    Robert Watson February 24, 2023
    • Realistic Home Improvements Comment

      Thank you for acknowledging the team who worked on this project for you, they really did an amazing job, turning what seemed a level 10 problem into a not a problem at all in the future.

  8. January 2023

    We are delighted with the porch that Realistic provided, They were very helpful from the initial contact right through to the final completion of the project.. In spite of delays due to Covid they managed to keep to the time line initially agreed. Both the quality of the product and that of the workmanship is first class at a very competitive price. We would not hesitate to recommend Realistic.

    Submitted:
    Benn Lines January 18, 2023
    • Realistic Home Improvements Comment

      Thank you Mr Lines for the review and also for letting me come back to take the completed picture of your porch, the final result looks amazing.

  9. January 2023

    Ryan went through every detail when he initially came out to see me and really took on board my vision, he even made suggestions which improved the overall design which I am delighted with. Everyone who worked on the project from the ground up were extremely professional and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Realistic Home Improvements to anyone wanting a beautiful addition to their Home.

    Submitted:
    Julie Jones February 06, 2023
    • Realistic Home Improvements Comment

      Thank you Julie, it was an absolute pleasure to work with you on your Orangery and the final room looks amazing.

  10. November 2022

    From the start great care was taken in ensuring that the design fitted what we wanted and was compliant with planning & building regulations. A number of very helpful suggestions were made, but there was no attempt to 'push' a particular solution or design. In fact the suggestions and investigations made saved us around £12,000 of extra expenditure. The staff, when they arrived on site, were friendly, polite and worked incredibly long hours to get the work completed. They even spotted and rectified, at no cost, an incorrect seal on a central heating vent 'while we were up there'. We have rarely had work done that went so smoothly. Great care was taken not to break the existing tile floor when the old conservatory was taken down and to ensure that the house was wind and weather proof while awaiting the erection of the new conservatory. In fact the weather proofing survived a full South Westerly gale, it was done so well. A great personalised service by a family form that we would highly recommend. We are delighted with the finished product.

    Submitted:
    Prof. Michael V Williams January 23, 2023
    • Realistic Home Improvements Comment

      The finished product does look good ! I was taken aback when I saw with my own eyes how much the larger panes of glass have made to your view, the room looks looks modern in comparison to the old typical conservatory design that you once had. We are very pleased to receive your review, thank you.