Michael Kimber Carpentry

34 Cliffe Road
Godalming
Surrey
GU7 2JX

Cabinet Makers & Carpenters

Listed under:  Cabinet Makers, Carpenters & Joiners / Carpentry & Joinery, Garden Buildings / Sheds, Hi-fi/Home Cinema/Media Storage
99% recommended   Rating Michael Kimber Carpentry 9.8/100
73 reviews since 2010
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Overall Rating
 9.8 /10 Overall Rating 9.8/10
Based on 73 reviews since 2010
 
 
 
Quality 9.8/10 Quality Rating 9.8
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
 
Tidy 9.8/10 Tidy Rating 9.8
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
 
Service 9.7/10 Service Rating 9.7
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
 
Value 9.7/10 Value Rating 9.7
The firm\'s charges are reasonable for the work involved
 
 
 
Recent Reviews 
 
" Mike has done some excellent work here at our new house. We successfully used him 9 years ago at a previous house. Each of the items had a custom element to it and needed some intelligent thought to m...."   more
 
" Mike has an artist's as well as an artisan's eye, for the aesthetic as well as the detail of fine workmanship. In fact there is no detail left untouched so that it is not just about how the piece o...."   more
 
" Mike provided a fantastic service from start to finish. The work was started promptly & was finished a day early. Mike kept us informed of updates throughout the building process & consulted possible ...."   more
 
" Mike was friendly and professional throughout the period of time he was working at our house. We were delighted with the quality and finish of the work and the Furniture he made has proven to be stro...."   more
 
 
About Us

Thank you to everyone who has left references for me; we do take on some large contracts which unfortunately leaves gaps in the track record. We are pleased to announce that we have launched a new website where you can see a good cross section of work we have undertaken.
Please don't hesitate to contact us direct to discuss your carpentry and cabinet-making requirements.
     
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Review 4 Dec 2017
Recommended by customer in GU30
 My Age: 60 - 69 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Experienced 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 9/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
Construction and installation of a number of fitted cabinets and wardrobes including office furniture.
 
Cost: £22000
 

"Mike has done some excellent work here at our new house. We successfully used him 9 years ago at a previous house. Each of the items had a custom element to it and needed some intelligent thought to make it work correctly. The standard of craftsmanship is extremely high with good attention to detail. Would definitely use again!"
 
 

Master bedroom pair of wardrobes with a mix of hanging and shelving space plus a four drawer chest.

Long and tall storage cupboard with solid oak through-stave worktop.

Fitted media unit with bookcase above. Solid oak worktop

File storage cupboard with shaker doors and limed oak worktop

Fitted two bay wardrobe with hanging and shelving space. Vee grooved doors, custom made handles

Adjustable shelving bookcase with storage cupboards. Stopped chamfer detail on doors
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Team:
Mike Kimber
 
 
 

Review 9 Jun 2017
Recommended by customer in PL14
 My Age: 50 - 59 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Experienced 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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The design from concept and creation of an outdoor dining table in Douglas Fir - a beautiful and durable timber. Mike provided options for the design of the table, a design and specification of the preferred option and crafted a fine piece of outdoor furniture and delivered it and assembled it on site. The table has been comprehensively oiled to resist decay and UV damage.
 
Cost: £1600
 

"Mike has an artist's as well as an artisan's eye, for the aesthetic as well as the detail of fine workmanship. In fact there is no detail left untouched so that it is not just about how the piece of furniture goes together but also how it comes apart for storage in winter. We are absolutely delighted with our truly 'ansom (as we live in Cornwall!) outdoor dining table."
 
 

Garden dining table in douglas fir

Same table diffferent angle

Douglas fir table fully set up and oiled with UV resistant Osmo

An underneath view showing the leg set and stretcher brace
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Team:
Mike Kimber
 
 
 

Review 11 Mar 2017
Recommended by customer in GU7

 I'm: Male 

 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
We had a cupboard moved from the lounge alcove to the dining room alcove & then 2 cupboards built into the lounge alcoves with floating shelves above them. In the master bedroom we had 1 existing wardrobe dismantled & then 2 wardrobes built in the alcoves. The wardrobes have a cupboard above them with shelves at the bottom of the hanging rail. In the basement we had a bookshelf made for the alcove.
 
Cost: £3000
 

"Mike provided a fantastic service from start to finish. The work was started promptly & was finished a day early. Mike kept us informed of updates throughout the building process & consulted possible changes as they arose along the way. Mike was friendly & courteous whenever I was in the house while he worked. The disruption was kept to a minimum & there was hardly any mess. Mike did a great job of leaving the house clean after each day.
The end result looks great and works really well.
"
 
 
Team:
Mike Kimber
 
 
 

Review 16 Jan 2017
Recommended by customer in GU26

 I'm: Male 

 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
Bookshelves, cabinets, floating shelves, radiator covers

"Mike was friendly and professional throughout the period of time he was working at our house. We were delighted with the quality and finish of the work and the Furniture he made has proven to be strong and sturdy. The pictures here don't quite do the work justice; it actually looks far better in real life! Mike was very helpful in providing ideas and guidance about what might work and what would look best. He was clear about timings and costs from the beginning, and very clear if anything changed for any reason. He was also a pleasure to have in the house and very accommodating of my three young children's constant questions about what he was doing! I am very happy to recommend Mike and his work, and will absolutely be using him again in the future when ever we next need work of this type done."
 
 

Pair of tall alcove cupboards with internal shelving & single panel doors with strong, chunky 'float...

Small free standing bookcase in family room, finish painted.

Tall free standing bookcase in family room, finish painted

Laundery cupboard with open space for baskets inside. Pair of bookshelves above supported on hand-ma...

Contemporary radiator cover with removable grille. Finish painted
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Team:
Mike
 
 
 

Review 18 Dec 2016
Recommended by customer in GU7
 My Age: 30 - 39 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Above Average 
 I haven't used this business before  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
Single alcove cupboard to match on existing fixture with intesual shelf. Rebated single panel doors. Three floating shelves above.
 
Cost: £600

"From start to finish we have been extremely impressed with Mike's professionalism and friendly service. Add this to the fantastic craftsmanship of the alcove cupboard and in out. Would thoroughly recommend Mike - great job!"
 
 
 
 
 
 

Review 29 Nov 2016
Recommended by customer in GU12
 My Age: 60 - 69 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I haven't used this business before  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
A pair of above cupboards with internal shelves and shaker doors.
Bespoke bookcases above with space for wall-mounted television.
 
Cost: £1515

"Mr. Kimber did an excellent job making and fitting our cupboards and shelves. Turned up when he said he would, tidied up as he went along. The workmanship was first class and I would have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone else. "
 
 
 
 
 
 

Review 23 Oct 2016
Recommended by customer in GU7
 My Age: 40 - 49 
 I'm: Female 
 I haven't used this business before  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
Two bespoke wardrobes in master bedroom c/w shelving and hanging space. Shaker style door throughout. Three quadrant shelve.
 
Cost: £1644

"We are completely happy with the work Mike has done for us. He understood our needs, designed wardrobes to perfectly fit our tricky space and carried out the work to a high standard. Professional, friendly, clean and tidy and reliable - Would definitely use again. Thank you!"
 
 
 
 
Team:
Mike Kimber
 
 
 

Review 3 Sep 2016
Recommended by customer in GU27
 My Age: 30 - 39 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Beginner 
 I have known this business: Under 1 year  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
Ground floor storage cupboards with drawer unit and general storage with book-cases above. Bespoke wardrobe with drawers, shelving and hanging rails.
 
Cost: £4490
 
 
 
 

Review 1 Jul 2016
Recommended by customer in GU7
 My Age: 30 - 39 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Below Average 
 I haven't used this business before  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
Pair of alcove cupboards with single-panel doors decorated with mouldings c/w book cases above with fixed shelving.
 
Cost: £1431

"We couldn't really praise mike enough! From the start he was very personable and approachable, easily inspiring trust and coming across as highly credible. He was very open with costs and timings, and crucially this all transferred to the final work, which we're delighted with. On time, very tidy and clean, and excellently finished. Mike also went the extra mile with aftercare, providing guidance on painting etc. Very importantly, always felt happy leaving Mike in the home alone. Wouldn't hesitate to use him again."
 
 
 
 
 
 

Review 2 Sep 2015
Recommended by customer in GU85
 My Age: 50 - 59 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I have known this business: 1 - 5 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
Mike renovated our kitchen for us. He made and fitted a new cabinet to take a sink unit, and made and fitted two wall mounted cabinets. Ours is an old house with very few surfaces that are level of plumb, and he straightened out existing units and made supporting panels in order to provide a level surface for a new oak work top that he fitted. He inserted a sink and taps into the worktop.
 
Cost: £1050
 

"This is the second job that Mike has done for us. As with the previous job, Mike provided a highly professional service. He gave very good guidance regarding suppliers for materials, in particular the oak work top. This was a complex, bespoke project and Mike had a very positive, solution-focused approach. He ensured that the final finish is to a very high standard. He also made very valuable suggestions to improve our original designs. We are very pleased with the quality and look of the work and would certainly use Mike again for any future carpentry projects."
 
 

The main flank showing new sink unit, levelled (existing units) worktops, dividing panels and shelvi...

The opposite side showing levelled (existing) units and new oak worktop
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Team:
Mike Kimber
 
 
 

Review 5 May 2015
Recommended by customer in GU9
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
Fitted study in paintable MDF with solid oak w’top. 3x file storage cupboard. 1x suspended file cabinet, 4x bookcases, 2x small stationery drawers staggered (2 level) oak worktop.
 
Cost: £2807
 
 
 
 

Review 24 Apr 2015
Recommended by customer in GU7
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 9/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 9/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 9/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Large fitted wardrobe in attic bedroom with 10x shaker style doors, black ironmongery & hinges. Mix of hanging & shelf space.
 
Cost: £2180

"Good friendly service. Not at all phased by the peculiar angles and lines of an old house."
 
 
 
 
 
 

Review 24 Apr 2015
Recommended by customer in GU7
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
2 kitchen shelves with decorative brackets. Landing bookcase. Cut-through to caves storage space c/w 2 x shakes style door frame & architecture.
 
Cost: £680

"We were extremely pleased with the quality of mikes work and the care taken. Mike is professional, hard working and a pleasure to work with. We will use him again for all as fitting carpentry needs."
 
 
 
 
 
 

Review 12 Mar 2015
Recommended by customer in GU7
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 9/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Alcove cupboard with internal shelf, shaker doors and two “floating” shelves above. Four wide ‘floating’ shelves.
 
Cost: £1315

"We were delighted with the quality of Mikes work. And as pleased that he was efficient, prompt, reliable & professional."
 
 
 
 
 
 

Review 24 Oct 2014
Recommended by customer in GU7
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 8/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 8/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 8/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 8/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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A tall alcove storage cupboard with internal shelving and shaker style panel doors. 4 x 50 mm thick “Floating” shelves.
 
Cost: £680
 
 
 
 

Review 31 Jul 2014
Recommended by customer in GU8
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
Bespoke hardwood day bed and table for outside use.
 
Cost: £2500
 

"I approached Mike Kimber with my idea for a bespoke hardwood day bed with storage for cushions and matching table, for outside use. Mike has already carried out several pieces of work for us including fitted wardrobes, dvd/tv unit and library shelving.
Mike was able to work closely with me, updating on various design options and was keen to ensure that at each stage I was happy with progress. The day bed was delivered to my home and he spent time adjusting it into place on the patio.
We now have an individual piece, made to our requirements and are delighted with the result.
"
 
 

L-shaped day bed and table in solid Sapele

L-shaped day bed from above
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Team:
Thanks Mike
 
 
 

Review 23 Jul 2014
Recommended by customer in GU7
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
Fitted pine work surface/desk with assorted shelving in child's bedroom.
 
Cost: £400

"As ever Mike Kimber did a great job and did exactly what we agreed on the agreed date. The end product was great and exactly what we wanted. A thoroughly reliable and trustworthy craftsman."
 
 
 
 
 
 

Review 16 Jun 2014
Recommended by customer in GU7
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
Built in, under eaves storage cupboard in solid oak.
 
Cost: £1150
 

"Mike is an extremely friendly and knowledgeable person to deal with. He offered us plenty of help and advice in getting the best out of the work we commissioned him to do. I wouldn't hesitate to use him again or recommend him to others!"
 
 

A built in, under eaves storage cupboard in solid oak showing r/hand compartment and hangrail

The mid section showing construction of ledged and braced door

The final arrangement complete with cast iron door furniture
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Team:
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Review 1 Jun 2014
Recommended by customer in GU85
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
Mike replaced a sub-standard roof on our 12 foot by 12 foot garden building with a new one built to a high standard using proper construction techniques and materials.
 
Cost: £1270
 

"Mike listened carefully to our requirements and made very helpful suggestions to improve the roof beyond our original suggestions. The quality of the work is excellent. Mike stuck to the quoted estimate and completed the work within the planned time. He kept us informed at all times of the progress he was making and involved us in decisions where slight changes were required. This is the first job Mike has done for us, and we will use his services again for other carpentry jobs."
 
 

Cut roof showing ridge board, rafters and collar ties. Waiting to be clad!

Gable end of new roof

Bitumen shingles on 18mm structural ply and underlay
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Review 5 May 2014
Recommended by customer in GU10
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Quality 10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed
Tidy 10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy
Service 10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional
Value 10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved
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Customer Review
 
Mike Kimber has designed & made a desk and shelf for one bedroom plus lined the walls in a double bedroom with wardrobes (some with built-in drawers); again, the design was his, with some input from me.
 
Cost: £5540
 

"These two jobs were the first Mr Kimber has undertaken for me. After he made the desk, I was so pleased that I went ahead and asked him to design and quote for turning a double bedroom into a dressing room. He produced a great plan and his quote was reasonable, especially when compared to ready-made alternatives. He is very easy to deal with, gets back to you promptly and is easy to have in the house while the work is carried out. A lot of the preliminary work is carried out in his workshop, of course. I am very happy with his work, his advice, and his designs. I will use him again and can happily recommend him."
 
 

Right hand flank of walk in dressing room showing storage cupboards, 3 panel doors and shoe store

Left flank of walk in dressing room showing panelled doors and illuminated shoe store

Interior of cupboard showing 4 drawer chest, hang rail and high level shelf

Door detail showing panel moulded shaker door with pewter bow handle
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Team:
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