Practical building maintenance and carpentry — done properly.
One person. No subcontractors. Work that's assessed carefully, priced honestly, and completed to a standard you'll want to recommend to others.
What I do
Building Maintenance
Ongoing repairs, preventative work, and reactive maintenance for residential and commercial properties. Work that's done right the first time — so you're not dealing with the same problem in six months.
Carpentry & Improvements
Bespoke shelving and storage, door fitting and adjustment, and small kitchen refurbishments. Built to last, using trade-grade materials, with a proper eye for how things should go together.
I'm Simon — the Cambridge Property Doctor.
I've been working on properties across Cambridge and the surrounding area for over 14 years. I work alone — which means whoever you speak to is also the person who'll turn up and do the job.
I don't take on more than I can manage well, and I won't rush a job to get on to the next one. If something looks more involved once I'm into it, I'll tell you before proceeding.
I'm happy to work through a long list of smaller jobs, or to focus on a single larger project. Either way, the approach is the same: assess properly, plan it, do it once, do it right.
What sets the work apart
I assess before I quote
Most problems have an underlying cause. I look for it first, so the fix addresses the real issue and not just the symptom.
Trade materials as standard
I don't value-engineer my way through a job. The right fixings and materials make the difference between work that lasts and work that doesn't.
I leave the site clean
I work tidily throughout and clean up before I leave. A good job includes leaving things in better order than I found them.
What clients say
"He responded quickly, turned up on time, and did a brilliant job. We were so happy with the results that he now has a long list to work through in our house."
"Absolutely first rate. He tackled a long list of varied maintenance and repair with impressive skill, speed, and good humour. I cannot recommend him too highly."
"Very professional and fast. He even spent time discussing the best layout — ended up giving a great suggestion. Looks excellent. Will definitely use again."
Have a job you'd like to discuss?
A brief description by phone or WhatsApp is usually enough to start. I'll give you a clear, honest assessment and a straightforward quote.