All aspects of building work undertaken including extensions, new builds, renovations, garages and much more. A small team of friendly, reliable, and dedicated builders, covering nearly all aspects of the work themselves, without the need for lots of subcontractors, making every project smoothly run, from start to finish. Lots of happy clients: ‘Excellent without hesitation’, ‘Hardworking’, ‘totally trustworthy’, ‘came in on budget and did a great job’.
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lesley hamilton
Sidmouth
9 Oct 2025
Lewis was recommended to me by a neighbour and I was, with hindsight, very lucky to have him build my extension. He was extremely helpful, suggesting alternative approaches that saved money without compromising the build, he has an excellent work ethic – works really hard and aims for the best result at all tunes and is friendly, approachable and trustworthy. He did a brilliant job, made it as easy as possible for me- I was living in the property while the build was going on – and even helped me with some smaller jobs that weren’t related to… [read more]the build. I absolutely recommend Lewis to anyone who wants a reliable, trustworthy builder.
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George Hooper
Budleigh Salterton, Knowle
23 Jun 2025
Very hard working and reliable – our old garage was demolished and a new wood frame one erected very quickly. We’re very pleased with the result and with the reliability of Headon Construction. Excellent!
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Julie E
Sidmouth
25 Apr 2025
Lewis and his team did an excellent job of building an extension to provide an additional bedroom, ensuite, laundry and boot room, plus extending our dining room. So happy with the end result, and if adjustments were needed to the original plan along the way, Louey was happy to problem solve and chat through the options and keep me updated of any additional costs so there was no hidden nasties at the end! Aside from the electrical and plumbing work, Louey could turn his hand to most things such as tiling our kitchen and ensuite and fitting a… [read more]new kitchen. Would thoroughly recommend his services, thanks Louey.
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Elizabeth Higgins
Newton Poppleford
13 Oct 2024
I can throughly recommend Headon Construction. I am so pleased with the high quality works they have recently completed for me on what has been a very large scale conversion of a metal framed building into my family’s forever home. Lewis has a huge breadth of knowledge, a brilliant can do attitude and a very friendly and polite working manner. Incredibly high standard of works, always maintaining a clear, clean and safe working environment & always making sure to leave the site in a good place after a busy day or week. Considering this project has been such a large… [read more]one, he has kept exactly to his competitive price and not asked for any money before staged payments as per our contract. A pleasure to deal with. Thank you Lewis. We will be sure to recommend you, without hesitation.
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Susan Paradise
Sidmouth
16 May 2022
Choosing a builder can be a tricky business but we landed on our feet when we chose Headon Construction. Lewis and his team recently built us a timber garage and garden shed and made some pathways in the garden. Lewis runs a very professional business and expects high standards from his workers. His team take a pride in their work and are very pleasant to have around as well as being hard working. They kept the site neat and tidy. The sub-contractors who did the electrics and the tarmac also did an excellent job. Throughout the process Lewis consulted with… [read more]us over design details, offered good advice and went out of his way to source the materials we wanted. We are delighted with the result and now have 2 beautiful new buildings which fit in perfectly in their setting.
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Jacki Rodikis
Sidmouth
9 Mar 2022
Headon Construction built a studio for me above my garage. The work was carried out well, the lads were all extremely polite and any queries or worries dealt with immediately. The finish is really very smart. In addition – no money was asked for in advance of work stages being completed all as per contract.I am very pleased with the finished result, and would highly recommend them as a pleasant and efficient team to work with.
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Tim Venner
Ottery St Mary
19 Feb 2022
Louis runs a highly efficient team of skilled polite and very professional young men.He keeps to his estimate and leaves a spotless site.Excellent standard of work. The first building team who do not spend ages at breaks .I will not hesitate to use hi. again.Great value high standards and he provides excellent guidance.
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Karen Markham
Budleigh Salterton
28 Mar 2021
Lewis and his team have been working with us on and off since July 2019 since he undertook our sizeable house extension. His estimate for the work was very competitive and he came in exactly on budget. We thoroughly enjoyed working with Lewis and the boys. They are friendly and polite and extremely hard working. Lewis was always amenable to our last minute changes and came up with several cost effective ideas himself. The standard of workmanship was excellent throughout as was the level of communication with Lewis who was always available throughout. Everything was addressed immediately- even on one… [read more]occasion at 06.30 one Sunday morning when gale winds had blown away protective tarpaulin on roof joists. We cannot fault the overall excellent standard of work and The Headon Construction experience – and honestly have no hesitation recommending them to anyone thinking of having building work done no matter how large or small a project. We will definitely be using them again for future projects planned.
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Ian Birch
Otterton
23 Dec 2020
Lewis and his team undertook an extension to our 1800s converted stone barn during the first half of 2020.His approach has been faultless and highly competent from start to finish. When tendering, he asked pertinent, insightful questions, and his quote was competitive. He had worked with us to gain Conservation approval for the materials we were looking to use, managing to accommodate delays on that front. The team were polite, hard-working and proficient, and were easy to talk with. Whenever any choices came up on how to proceed, Lewis always had options and a recommendation to… [read more]put forward, and we really appreciated this. Where problems arose, he worked through or round them with a good blend of pragmatism and imagination. He used subcontractors for his electrical and plumbing work, and that worked well. We had windows provided by a separate company, and that did cause some delays, but he managed to dovetail work on our project and others round them. The same applied for the kitchen company who were providing a new kitchen – they also had delays that affected completion of the extension. They worked well with both suppliers.We are delighted with the end result of the works, particularly given the nature of life in 2020. We would thoroughly recommend Lewis and his team.
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Janet Jones
Sidmouth
4 Feb 2020
Lewis and team built my lovely kitchen extension. I am delighted with the work that was completed to a very high standard, came in on budget and Lewis kept me informed at every stage of the build.The whole team was very clean, tidy and polite at all times.I would highly recommend Lewis and team and plan to have more work done. I would be happy to show anyone the work.Janet Jones
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Kerin
Budleigh Salterton
4 Feb 2020
Lewis came to look at our existing property and we went through what was required. He took the drawings away and came back soon after with a thorough understanding of what we wanted. He is very knowledgeable. He and his team were very energetic and had a positive, can do attitude and nothing was too much trouble. Headon Construction had huge amounts of equipment which dealt with all manner of things and there was no waiting around for things to arrive as Lewis is forward thinking and a good planner. We would… [read more]thoroughly recommend Headon Construction.
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Wendy Egerton
Beer
24 Jun 2019
Brilliant work from Lewis and his team. Very pleased with the result and the very competitive pricing. I would definitely use this firm again.
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Mark Drinkwater
Colaton Raleigh
24 Mar 2019
Excellent without hesitation. Headon construction transformed our drive and back yard and we are delighted. Lewis Headon is well organised, hard working, professional and polite. From the start when seeking quotations, Lewis was straightforward, clear and fair. Once agreed, he planned well and stuck to dates. Lewis kept us updated at all stages. The quality of work is very pleasing, with all details taken care of. He has a fine team working with him and we were very impressed by their work ethic and attitude. A trustworthy young man who I would gladly employ again.
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David zirker
Newton Poppleford
7 Feb 2019
Lewis came when he said, started on time, came in on budget and did a great job. When there was a minor problem it was fixed within 24 hours. I would highly recommend Lewis as a builder and for garden landscaping. He is totally trustworthy and he did the job while we were away.Very impressive young man. Am happy to speak to anyone and show the job he did for us.David & Rosemary Zirker
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Steve Jones
Sidmouth
26 Dec 2018
East Devon has a plethora of folk offering building and landscaping. We had a woeful experience of disinterested builders, people breaking promises and then we stumbled upon Lewis through this site. All the reviews paint the experience we had with Lewis and his team. We shared a vision of transforming an area of the garden to a patio, raised beds and a new set of steps to the lower tier of the garden. From day one it was a partnership as we discussed the project. We enthused each other, and his care and eye to detail was as if this… [read more]was his own garden and despite the rain, and unexpected challenges our vision has materialised just as we wanted. We cannot recommend Headon Construction highly enough and would be happy to show anyone interested what they have achieved.I shall send Lewis photos of the project.
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Mrs Egerton
Beer
4 Dec 2018
Brilliant service by the team, very polite and tidy. We are absolutely delighted by the standard of the work done.
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Andrew
Newton Poppleford
22 Nov 2018
Another great job from Lewis & Team.This is the fourth job he has done for us and we are really pleased with our new patio and cover.We can highly recommend him.
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John Petty
Exmouth
4 Nov 2018
Levelled and repaved our small garden, fitted oak edging to beds and also sorted out a drainage problem. Good suggestions, listened to our requirements and gave us a good result at very reasonable cost.
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Stuart
Sidmouth
2 Nov 2018
Highly recommended. Great communication throughout with sound advice and knowledge. Knew exactly what I was wanting and delivered beyond expectations. Transformed my driveway and garden in just 5 days. Many thanks.
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Mrs E Higgins
Newton Poppleford
25 Oct 2018
Lewis has done a fantastic job on our shop fit out. Him and his team are hard working, committed, friendly and timely who takes pride in every bit of their work. Headon construction doesn’t come in over priced, considering the standard of work on completion. I would 100% recommend Lewis & his team to anyone wanting high quality work.
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A & D Long
Sidmouth
31 Aug 2018
Lewis made an excellent job of laying a path at the side of our property. He and his colleague are polite, reliable and hardworking. They caused minimal disruption and the job was finished quickly, cleanly, at a fair price and to our complete satisfaction. We would not hesitate in recommending Lewis for any similar project.
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Tipton St John Village Hall
Tipton St John
17 Aug 2018
We were looking for someone to build a substantial retaining boundary wall using oak sleepers which meant first digging away part of a bank and taking out a large tree. Lewis provided a competitive quote and started on the agreed date, worked hard and even finished the job a day early. His work is of a high standard and we are delighted with the end result which has transformed the back garden of the Village Hall.Highly recommended.
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Alan Brough
Budleigh Salterton
23 Jul 2018
JOB: 83 Square metre sandstone patio.East Devon is awash with builders and choosing one can be a nightmare. Either they are too busy, or are not interested and inflate their prices knowing that some clients will pay anyway. Lewis is different. He is sub VAT level, does not over inflate his quote, he always turns up on time, he works hard and fast, and reassuringly, he always answers calls, texts, emails, and whatsapps, promptly. What more could you ask for? The icing on the cake is that Lewis will not just walk away from the job, never to be seen… [read more]again, but will happily return to resolve any issues arising. He is very highly recommended.
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Matt
Exeter
16 Jul 2018
Lewis was a fantastic find for us and we have since recommended him to others as a result. He is reliable and turns up when he says he’s going to. More than that, his work is of high quality – he takes a pride in what he’s doing and makes sure the finish is great. He is also a proactive problem solver and so can be left to his own devices. Highly recommended!
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Hayden Bolton
Newton Poppleford
9 Jul 2018
During the re-rendering of our house we discovered all our concrete lintels had decayed and urgently needed replacing. Having removed the old render the clock was ticking. We tried several local builders – some came and looked, but never got back to us, others either didn’t call back or were simply too busy. Lewis was recommended to us by one of our clients, I phoned him and he responded straight away, he turned up and agreed a price there and then and booked a prompt start date. Initially he had arranged for two of them to do it in three… [read more]days, then I got an unexpected phone call from Lewis, in my head I started to panic that he might be calling to cancel, but I needn’t have worried as he was actually calling to ask if it was OK if he could come earlier and for three of them to do it in two days. Lewis communication is first class, he is easy to get along with, he knows his trade well, he turned up when he said he would. Lewis and his team arrived early each morning and worked furiously with few breaks to get the job done, they were polite and kept us informed throughout the work. I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Lewis to others.
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Dave Thomas
Exeter
24 Jan 2018
I needed an urgent job doing to install a sign outside of my office building and contacted Theo. What a brilliant job he’s done. Top quality workmanship and materials. This is one of multiple jobs Theo has done for me over recent years and every time the work has been brilliant. If you want a quality job doing that will last in all weathers you need to contact Theo.
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Keith Christopher
Colaton Raleigh
30 Nov 2017
Used Theo of Lyme Bay Landscapes a number of times now . Workmanship always excellent . Theo always improves upon your ideas to get the best result . Looking forward to the next stage of our grand design for our garden .
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Mike Bull
Woodbury
11 Nov 2017
Theo also turns his hand to tiling. He responded quickly to our request, worked efficiently and tidily, and left a very neat-looking kitchen wall. He cleared as he worked and we are very pleased with the result. We are happy to recommend him for indoor tiling and have little doubt he would be equally good at outdoor landscaping.
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Duncan Wood
Lyme Regis
6 Nov 2017
Theo has repointed a stone wall at the rear of the Baptist Church. We are very pleased with the job which was done at a very reasonable price. A good job and everything left spic and span!
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Maurice Ault
Otterton
21 Sep 2017
I have used Lymebay Landscapes three times the most recent of which was on 18-9-17.Their prices were always fair giving top class service and excellent workmanship.
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Alisdair Clark
Budleigh Salterton
31 Jul 2017
Super work from Theo / Lyme Bay Landscapes, transforming our overgrown sloping rear garden with a excellent new fence and retaining wall with planting area. Great attention to detail and very tidy. The ‘log cabin’ foundation was spot on too. Well done and thank you.
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Otterton
20 Mar 2017
Lyme Bay landscapes did a fence beautifully. It was not an easy job as one half of the fence was lower than the other. They were very helpful, very tidy, and they were polite. It was more difficult than they expected but they kept to the original quote.
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Alan Cross
Tipton St John
3 Mar 2017
Brilliant as usual. He made some paved steps and sorted out the rest of the garden. He’s transformed it!
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rob jones
SIDMOUTH
26 Feb 2017
no nonsense prompt good job
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Mike Rawlins
West Hill
25 Feb 2017
Extensive 10 year old rotten timber retaining walls, compost bins and steps needed replacing. Theo of Lyme Bay Landscapes set a very clear, professional and reasonable basis on which to approach the job, and the purchase and supply of materials. They worked very hard in appalling weather, consulting me at regular intervals but also using sensible initiative to complete an excellent job, using timber treated for a 15 year life..we hope! Their account was fair and quickly settled. I would certainly recommend Theo and his team.
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SMB
Otterton
22 Feb 2017
Theo cleared a whole hedge which had been covered with brambles. I’m very happy with this work.
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Hattie Ajderian
Exmouth
17 Dec 2016
Theo fenced in an area of our garden so it can be our vegetable plot (keeping out the rabbits). It’s a good, sturdy fence. He also cleared the ground, built and filled raised beds and put down weed suppressant material and wood chippings. All the work was done in just over three days and his quote for the work was very reasonable. Theo was really helpful with thinking about the size of the plot and the raised beds and how to be cost efficient with materials. The plot looks great and I’m looking forward to getting good crops from it… [read more]next year. I would certainly go back to him for other work in the garden and thoroughly recommend him
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Ms K Hughes
Otterton
11 Dec 2016
Theo did an amazing job erecting a shed for me. He worked with speed, skill and efficiency in awkward circumstances. The site was left in an immaculate condition. His work is first class and I would not hesitate to recommend Lyme Bay Landscapes to anyone who wants a professional job done.
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John Phillips
West Hill
6 Dec 2016
Theo has made me and my parents very happy with the quality of his workmanship when he installed s new gate and gate post at their house. Despite having to dig out a very big post on the drive he did a really neat job making good the drive so well it looks good as new! The gate looks lovely and he hung it very well. He is a pleasure to have on your premises and has a meticulous approach to detail and I have no hesitation recommending him to others.
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Esther Craddock
East Budleigh
4 Oct 2016
Moved into our new house and everything was massively overgrown and I couldn’t see what was even underneath it all. Theo came and spent a day in the pouring rain in our garden and totally transformed it! would highly recommend and will be using him in the future.
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Annie
Aylesbeare
4 Oct 2016
Theo has done a fantastic job putting a fence up for us.Theo offers a very professional service and his work is excellent.We highly recommend Theo for any landscape / fence work.
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Margaret Davey
Otterton
14 Sep 2016
Did a lovely job on my fantastic new fence.
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Mark & Tracy Lavallin
Talaton
13 Sep 2016
Having been let down by a builder we found Lyme bay Landscapes by chance on line. Theo came out promptly following our enquiry. Although he doesn’t like taking on anyone else’s projects he said he would in this case. We can’t rate his work highly enough. He arrived at 8:00 with Louie and worked all day till 17:00 each day. We came across several issues whilst the building process took place and we were consulted and advised at each stage. They completed the work to a very high standard and we are delighted with the results. We would recommend Lyme… [read more]Bay Landscapes to anyone who wants a conscience, reliable person.
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Perry Trust
Colaton RAleigh
26 Aug 2016
Theo installed new fencing, a set of steps and a garden gate with great skill and we are very pleased with the result. Highly recommended
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Harriet Watford
Exeter
12 Aug 2016
This is the second time Theo has carried out some work for us and we would not hesitate to use him again. On this occasion he removed an existing front retaining wall and replaced it with one of a very high standard, which now includes two pillars for the purpose of hanging a gate. He is skilled at what he does, reliable, organised and combines this with an exceptional eye for detail.
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Drupe Farm Management Company
Colaton Raleigh
16 Jun 2016
Highly Recommended
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Gill Barlow
Budleigh Salterton
7 Jun 2016
I cannot recommend Lyme Bay landscapes enough – great service and workmanship together with attention to detail -made it a pleasure to deal with them.
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Laura
Colyton
6 Jun 2016
Theo did a wonderful job re-fencing my garden. Quite an extensive job. He’s done exactly what was wanted. He was polite, on time – everything you want from a tradesperson. He’s really done a fantastic job.
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Christine
Budleigh Salterton
19 May 2016
Highly recommended. Theo was efficient and organized and kept me informed. He and Louis laid 2 patios and some gravel paths for me, and solved problems and made suggestions along the way. Theo sets a high standard, and the quality of the work is excellent. I will be using them again.
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Steve Hammett
Seaton
16 May 2016
Lyme Bay Landscapes replaced the old fencing down one side of my back garden which had been put in by the previous owner of my house, and I am impressed with all aspects of the work. From the start, Theo got back to me quickly after my initial enquiry & promptly prepared a quote after looking at the work required. Theo & his assistant were friendly & helpful, and worked quickly & efficiently to deliver a high-quality end result. Rather than a like-for-like replacement, I now have sturdier panels & thicker posts that have been firmly set into place. Bang-for-buck,… [read more]Lyme Bay Landscapes offer good value, and I would highly recommend their services.
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Mrs Gibbs
Otterton
29 Apr 2016
Fence replaced and my gate that was blown down by the gales. Theo Hughes did a wonderful job.
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Paul Squire
Seaton
21 Apr 2016
I would recomend Theo to anyone. The fence and gate he put up for me is excellent and i would definitely have him back to do some more work.
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Gerald Millington
Otterton
15 Mar 2016
Theo has done a very good job on the pavement at the back of my house. He’s a tidy worker. So efficient, and so tidy with how he leaves everything.
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Peter
Sidmouth
13 Mar 2016
Theo made an excellent job of replacing some old conifers with some custom-made trelliswork. He was friendly, punctual and conscientious and we are very pleased with the result. I would definitely recommend him.
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Chris Lavis
Exmouth
9 Mar 2016
Theo did an excellent job replacing the decking in my back garden – good quality work carried out very efficiently.
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David Wood
Colyton Raleigh
16 Feb 2016
Theo put some new wooden garden edgings up. He did a brilliant job, the garden has never looked as good as it does now! He got hold of all the materials and cleared up afterwards leaving the place spotless. He is so obliging.
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Bishop
Sidmouth.
15 Dec 2015
Excellent service and a very good and reasonable job.G.B
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Hilary
Otterton
18 Nov 2015
Theo clearly understood exactly what we wanted for the fencing of our garden. He made carefully considered suggestions as to how our ideas could be improved and then went on to produce an excellent result, with which we are delighted. The fencing demonstrates an attention to detail beyond our expectations and the whole job was carried out quickly and with the minimum of fuss. Based on our experience, we have no hesitation in recommending Lyme Bay Landscapes to anyone who wants a quality fencing installation.
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Michael
Colaton Raleigh
5 Nov 2015
It is with great pleasure that I can recommend Lyme Bay Landscapes and Theo Hughes. We recently required a new fence and whilst always skeptical of new trades we decided to give them a go. Theo was prompt, friendly and most diligent in his work. When you hire Theo for works you will notice that he pays meticulous attention to detail, often informing and advising the best course of action in the projects he undertakes. The results are truly worth it! He is one one those guys that when you want it to look really smart, he’s the man that… [read more]can deliver. Would use again without hesitation.
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Mr Cross
Tipton St John
2 Nov 2015
For fencing and hard landscaping, Theo Hughes made a brilliant job.
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Keith harris
Budleigh salterton
22 Oct 2015
Theo built and installed a raised bed and wood store for us. The standard of the work was excellent and we found Theo very knowledgeable and easy to deal with. I would not hesitate to recommend him.
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Mrs D Oeters
Exmouth
15 Sep 2015
Theo arrived on time and gave us a date for the replacement of our gate. He needed to take the old gate away to copy the shape of each separate panel, and to restore the old fittings. The result is excellent, a well painted new gate with lovely fittings, done by a quiet but talented young man.
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Simon
Colaton Raleigh
15 Sep 2015
Lyme Bay Landscapes provided an excellent service for Colaton Raleigh Parish Council in repairing and improving our village play-park.
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Beverley Squire
Colyton
10 Sep 2015
Theo has quickly efficiently and with attention to detail transformed our garden- He responded promptly to our request for a quote, assessed our ground work and completed the erection of a fence, built a gate, rescued a runaway dog all in a day’s work!!! We highly recommend Theo to anyone requiring a high level of work done in their garden and will use him again on future projects.
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Harriet Watford
Exeter
10 Sep 2015
Extremely efficient high quality service provided by Theo of Lyme Bay Landscapes in relation to the supplying and fitting of some fencing to part of our boundary. We were very impressed with the overall standard of the work undertaken, his pragmatic advice and the tidy state that the site was left in once the installation was complete.
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john
sidmouth
10 Sep 2015
Theo did an excellent job building a log cabin for our garden. He prepared a proper block base with laser measurements and built and roofed the cabin. Very professional.
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Catherine Fitzgerald
Budleigh salterton
10 Sep 2015
Theo at Lyme Bay landscapes has recently completed the most fabulous fence for our property. Having been highly recommended to us and having seen his work, we had high expectations and were not in any way disappointed. Theo is thorough, professional, organised and clearly very talented. We are delighted with our fencing which was far superior to several other quotes we had both in quality and cost and we will certainly be asking him to return for other jobs in the garden
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Rebecca Luckham
Otterton
28 Aug 2015
Theo and his colleague at Lyme Bay Landscapes have just spent the day clearing the garden in my new house that had been neglected for probably 15 years. What they did in a day is extremely impressive – particularly as the weather wasn’t great. There is now actually sunlight in my sitting room, and I’m really looking forward to the next phase of work that Theo is going to carry out.
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Maurice Ault
Otterton
16 Aug 2015
Lyme Bay Landscapes were quick to give a quotation for a landscape job in my garden, It involved the removal of three trees and roots, rebuilding a low retaining wall, removing old membrane and waste soil. New top soil, membrane and gravel were laid.The company completed the work in August 2015. They worked quickly and efficiently using a small digging machine, a waste removal skip and two persons. The work was top class and the price for the completed job was fair and competitive.
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Derek Brooks
Sidford
24 Jun 2015
Excellent work throughout quick and efficient I can recommend Lyme Bay Landscapes if you want a good job done.
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Ed Chester
Sidbury
17 May 2015
LBL did an outstanding job for me; I needed a professional who would listen, take on board what I wanted, and deliver a faultless job. Theo ensured this happened. I got absolutely what I paid for and all delivered in a courteous and efficient manner. I shall be using this company in the future and would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending them.
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Mary Byrne
Shute, Axminster
20 Apr 2015
Theo did decking for us which looks great. He was efficient, courteous and very helpful with suggestions. He listened to everything that was asked of him and provided a wonderful finished product. I would have no hesitation in recommending him and look forward to having him back again to complete some other work in our garden.
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G.Bishop
Sidmouth.
1 Apr 2015
Fast and excellent worker.Good time keeping and very reasonable rates.Very satisfied with the quality of work. Would recommend. G.B.
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Terry Waller
Sidford
11 Mar 2015
I’ve just had my patio and pathways dug up and replaced.A typical Theo job. No short-cuts, no compromises. Just an immaculate job. I’m more than pleased with the result.