Craig Houston Garden Services

Where reputations count.

271 high street
Dalbeattie
Dumfries & Galloway
DG54DW

Gardening Services

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Tel 01556 611097
Mobile 07814 867 103

Listed under: Gardeners / Gardening / Garden Maintenance

100% recommended Rating 9.5/100
36 reviews since 2016

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating	9.5 /10
Based on 36 reviews since 2016

Quality	9.5/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	9.6/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	9.6/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	9.2/10
The price represents value for money

Recent Reviews

" Personable, professional and timely service" more

" Craig and his team are a pleasure to know. They are courteous and always do what they promise to do. Much of his work is carried out during periods when we are away from the house therefore his trustw...." more

" Hard workers, very tidy. Happy with job. " more

" Excellent service. Very friendly." more

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Review 8 Mar 2020 Recommended by customer in Dg54 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

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 price represents value for money

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Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Gardening

"Personable, professional and timely service"

Team:
Craig

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Review 13 Mar 2018 Recommended by customer in DG13 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

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 price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Craig looks after our rather large lawn, hedge and trees for most of the year. He is a lovely man and is as reliable as anyone we have ever known. We would highly recommend Craig to anyone who asks.

"Craig and his team are a pleasure to know. They are courteous and always do what they promise to do. Much of his work is carried out during periods when we are away from the house therefore his trustworthiness is of paramount importance to us. I have no hesitation in recommending Craig for any gardening works that you may have."

Team:
Craig and Zoe

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Review 11 Jan 2017 Recommended by customer in DG1 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

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 price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Garden work. Reasonable price. For work carried out.

"Hard workers, very tidy. Happy with job. "

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Review 6 Dec 2016 Recommended by customer in DG1 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

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	10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	9/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Very high quality thorough.

"Excellent service.
Very friendly."

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Review 29 Nov 2016 Recommended by customer in DG1 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	9/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	9/10
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 price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Gardening.
Trimming trees.

"Happy with work done. Clean and tidy."

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Review 18 Nov 2016 Recommended by customer in DG1 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	8/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	9/10
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 price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Cleaning the garden boarder, trimming bushes and edging the lawn. All rubbish was cleared.

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Review 9 Nov 2016 Recommended by customer in DG1 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

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 price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Cutting bushes back on banking and removal of all rubbish.

"Craig was very pleasant and carried out the work and tidied everything up. A job well done."

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Review 9 Nov 2016 Recommended by customer in D61 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	9/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	9/10
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 price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Garden work, including trimming of shrubs.

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Review 9 Jun 2016 Recommended by customer in DG1 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

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 price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Cutting beech hedge lower by 18". Trimming back severely an ancient apple tree.

"Very helpful and friendly attitude. Did a good job and tided up afterwards very carefully, taking away all waste."

Team:
Craig

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Review 23 May 2016 Recommended by customer in DG2 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

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Customer Review

Tidy garden.

Team:
Craig

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Review 22 Apr 2016 Recommended by customer business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

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 price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Gardening on going.

"Satisfied with the standard of workmanship so far."

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Review 18 Apr 2016 Recommended by customer in DG1 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

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	8/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Keeping grass cut, weeding and general tidying of garden front, back and side.

"Very good service."

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Review 24 Mar 2016 Recommended by customer in DG2 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

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 price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Removal of a conifer hedge. Removal and disposal.

"Craig came and did the work, removed and taken away within a day. Very friendly, very reliable. Would definitely use again."

Team:
Katherine Gurney

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Review 21 Mar 2016 Recommended by customer in DG1 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	9/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	9/10
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 price represents value for money

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Customer Review

Craig has provided gardening services at my property for several years. Hedge cutting, grass cutting, cleaning of beds. Price dependant on work undertaken.

"All about weather dependant & cost dependant & work completed. Easily contactable & responds to requests."

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Review 18 Mar 2016 Recommended by customer in DG4 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

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	8/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Holly hedge cutting and cleaning up.

"Work carried out and cleaned up to my satisfaction."

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Review 9 Mar 2016 Recommended by customer in DG2 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

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 price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Grass cut.

"Excellent service. Trustworthy and highly recommend. Good job!"

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Review 7 Mar 2016 Recommended by customer in DG2 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	9/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	9/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	9/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	8/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Gardening � grass cutting general garden work.

"Good worker."

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Review 4 Mar 2016 Recommended by customer in DG2 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

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 price represents value for money

Show All

Customer Review

Gardening and grounds maintenance.

"I do not ask for costing I know that Craig always submits a fair invoice for an excellent day�s work. He is a hard worker and the garden has benefited hugely from his efforts."

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Review 3 Mar 2016 Recommended by customer in DG2 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

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 price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Removal of 2 large budlea trees and two large bushes as well as removal of all plants bulbs and weeds, and a deep rooted bush on wall.

"From the minute I spoke to these guys they instilled confidence in their ability to complete what I asked. They were very professional and took time to advise and direct me to what I should now do with the cleared ground even offering to get me prices for more economical materials than I had been quoted. Excellent service / work. I will definitely recommend them."

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Review 25 Feb 2016 Recommended by customer in DG1 business Craig Houston Garden Services https://www.referenceline.com/gardening_services-in-dalbeattie-craighoustongardenservices-60190

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	9/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	9/10
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 price represents value for money

Show All

Customer Review

Garden labouring.

"A prompt, consciousness garden labourer only lacking personal knowledge and / n advice on plant gardening specific requirement."

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