Testimonials
TESTIMONIALS RECEIVED FROM BOTH PUBLIC & PRIVATE CLIENTS
“Ken Biggs Contractors Ltd. is the most careful, thoughtful and skilful contractor we have worked with. The jobs are well organised, with excellent site management by your foremen, who think ahead all the time.
The quality of the workmanship is always good, and we find that your willingness to work together to solve challenges during construction is extremely valuable.”
Stuart Martin
Architect
Stuart Martin Architects
“We have worked with Ken Biggs Contractors Ltd. for over 10 years on new build and refurbishment, both residential and commercial projects. During this time we have found all employees, site and office based, to be positive, pragmatic and determined to produce quality work of which they are proud.
Clients have been impressed by the workmanship and attitude of staff and as Architects we have had confidence that our intentions will be followed on site.
Working with Ken Biggs feels like we are all part of the same team.”
Ann Ross BSc (Hons) BArch RIBA
Hetreed Ross Architects
“Our clients are absolutely delighted by the way the contracts to this property have been carried out; things could not have been taken forward in a more caring or painstaking way.
Your management and site operatives acted throughout above and beyond the call of duty and impressed us all enormously by their management of the contract and the good humoured way this was carried out.
Their attention to our clients’ needs and concerns were consistently of the highest order.”
TPS Bryant
Peregrin Bryant
Architectural & Building Conservation
“I used Ken Biggs Contractors for a major rebuilding project in Dorset. It involved six buildings and took three years.
They did an amazing job. The quality of their work, their friendliness and their communication were all outstanding. Most importantly they cared as much as I did. Nothing was too much trouble.
I would happily use them again and recommend them to anyone.
They deserve continued success”.
Johnnie Boden
Private Client
Dorset
“I was advised to go for 4 tenders but took the view that there was only one firm I wished to build my new house.
It was suggested that I would be taken for a ‘ride’ without competition but I insisted and I was not disappointed with my choice.
The quality of work and the efforts that all staff took was of great satisfaction to me.
My home has been greatly admired by the entire neighbourhood – all credit to the staff of Ken Biggs Contractors Ltd.”
Ken Yeo
Private Client/Retired Builder
Bath
“Selecting Biggs as the contractor for an extensive extension and renovation project to our listed home proved to be a good decision. Nothing was too much trouble, the work was carried out whilst we remained in residence. Site management was excellent, accommodating and skilful as were the labour-force who undertook the work.
The joinery from the company’s own workshop through the building is of a quality which would be difficult to achieve anywhere else.
The company has retained traditional values in a modern world, training and retaining genuine craftsmen and tradesmen able to work to demanding standards set by its directors and clients.
I would have no hesitation in recommending them strongly for any project where quality and professionalism is required.”
Trevor Osborne
Private Client
Combe Hay
The careful selection of the right contractor was absolutely critical to the success of the £5m project at Wells Cathedral, and following staged interviews and tendering, Ken Biggs Contractors were selected.
They demonstrated throughout the long duration of this project their support and dedication to the Cathedral’s objectives, seamlessly managing the very complex construction processes and sequencing, whilst producing a series of new hand crafted buildings of great quality.”
The contribution of Ken Biggs and his team has been recognised by the Cathedral in the naming of the new building.
Christopher Cotton
Architect & Historic Building Consultants
Martin Stancliffe Architects
“I recently walked around Arnos Vale Cemetery and was very impressed by the work that your staff had done. The paths, walls and buildings are a credit to their work.
During the time of the restoration your staff were polite, helpful and respectful, which was much appreciated by visitors and friends. An advert for your company”.
A regular visitor to the cemetery
Bristol
“I would like to thank you for your efforts on the project at Wellsway School and on reaching the standards required.
Your team worked well on the project, I know the school are happy with the work and so am I.”
Bath & North East Somerset Council
“From my perspective, I’m extremely pleased with the quality of the work that has been undertaken at Tyntesfield. Everyone worked very hard, were very enthusiastic and a pleasure to work with.
Katherine Campbell-Hards
The National Trust
“Cross Manufacturing Company have a long association with Ken Biggs Contractors Ltd. who have carried out a number of building projects for us ranging from small alterations through to major factory extensions.
We have always found their prices to be competitive and their work to be of a high standard, while their staff are very cooperative and easy to work with.
They have invariably delivered the completed projects on time and have dealt with any issues arising both during and after completion of the formal contract.
We consider Biggs to be our preferred contractor for all types of building work”.
David Spencer
Director
Cross Manufacturing Company Ltd.
“We would like to thank your company for the commitment and support you have given us during the course of our contracts; you approached both projects in a positive and professional manner.
We have found Ken Biggs Contractors Ltd. to be reliable with a ‘can do' approach and the finished works are excellent.
Your project and site management team are a credit to the industry and we would discuss future projects with your company without hesitation.”
Ken Smith I.Eng MIED
Project Manager
Yorkon Limited
“Ken Biggs Contractors Ltd. is committed to training their staff on a regular rolling programme to ensure total competency in health, safety and environmental matters.
The extensive health and safety culture within the company commences at board level and flows throughout the whole workforce.”
Andrew Owst BSc MCIOB RMaPS CMIOSH
Director of Operations
The Building Safety Group Limited.
“Ken Biggs Contractors Ltd. has carried out numerous projects for the Council over several years ranging in size from internal refurbishment to in excess of £2m new build.
The company brings professionalism to their contracts which is relaxed and friendly. The wide and practical experience of their staff both in management and on site ensures contracts are run efficiently and to a high standard.
Our clients have always expressed their appreciation of the finished product and the contract personnel and we would be happy to recommend the company to future clients.”
Brian Drew
Senior Architect
Bath & North East Somerset Council
“I am writing on behalf of the committee to thank you for the efficient and professional way in which you undertook the refurbishment work which was completed on programme and within budget.
It was a pleasure working with you and we will be in contact with Biggs in the future regarding ongoing work.”
Judith A Bridges
Hon Chairman
Long Ashton Community Association
“Thank you so much for all your hard work, it is much appreciated and I consider the skills you have used and the final product are excellent.
When I initially approached you I was full of fear and trepidation having to cope with such a mammoth task on my own, however you all helped and guided me through.
Thank you so much.”
Angela Jones
Private Client
Chippenham
"I just thought I would drop you a quick note to say how pleased I have been with the work that Ken Biggs Contractors Ltd have carried out at our clients' property in Marlborough. This was a very large residential project, including substantial extensions, internal alterations and complete refurbishment of the existing farmhouse as well as the erection of a separate oak-framed outbuilding.
KBC managed every stage of the project extremely well, overcoming a number of difficulties with the programme such as the Listed Building status of the building, the presence of bats, the need for a watching archaeological brief and various client changes to the scope of work.
You have used highly skilled workers on all aspects of the build, which has lead to the desired outcome of a unique family home of the highest quality.
For all the reasons above I would highly recommend KBC and your Foreman to any future client or professional who is looking to carry out a similar building project.
Neil Craggs
Yiangou Architects LLP
Cirencester
