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	Having been involved with the work that Barry Mulford has carried out in relation to a replacement roof at Oak Cottage, Leigh Street, Leigh Upon Mendip, Somerset BA3 5QP; where the existing roof to the rear barn was stripped and completely replaced with a new oak roof, consisting of new trusses, purlins and exposed rafters: I can confirm in my professional capacity as a Building Surveyor that Barry Mulford is knowledgeable, concientious, and skilled in his work. I would be pleased to discuss the same with any potential customer who wishes to contact me directly. FOR WRIGHT ASSOCIATES LIMITED Lee Wright Telephone 0870 240 7805 Email lee.wright@waonline.co.uk Website www.waonline.co.uk
	Barry has been involved with the majority of the carpentry project on our grade 2* Merchants House in the market square at Shepton Mallet. This work has included a considerable amount of repair to the existing fabric requiring a huge range of spliced joints. The quality of his workmanship was highly praised by the experts from the BBC program Restored to Glory when they featured the building in their educational program at the end of the first series. He has repaired the existing roof structure saving more than 80% of the original fabric when we first thought 50% was realistic. The same exercise was undertaken with the floor structures with similar results. New clench nailed cross planked external doors were constructed by Barry along with 3 replacement spiral staircases. The list goes on, for more detail and information on what Barry has done check my website www.merchants-house.co.uk . Barry is a conscientious workman who does not rush a job but takes his time to get things right. Conservation work is a speciality of Barry’s however he is just as versatile constructing new work. One of the Jobs where I first met him was at the 14th century Pilton tithe barn where he formed part of a team which assisted Peter McCurdy, one of the worlds leading experts in timber framing to re-instate a roof which was destroyed by fire in the 1960’s. See Peter McCurdy’s website page for the barn http://www.mccurdyco.com/pilton.html All in all Barry has been employed by us for the last 2 years and I would have no qualms about recommending him. Jon Maine
	Letter of thanks as written: Dear Barry, When Shelagh and I got Home last weekend we were hugely impressed by the screen, its design, its finish, its everything, and especially by your skill and craftsmanship. This is just to say thankyou for making what we feel is a wonderful addition to our house and garden. we shall enjoy it for many years i hope. With best regards. Andrew Wynn.
	We are delighted with our renovated Victorian Porch. Other detailed carpentry work both inside and out, completed to a high standard. Professional service at all times. Christine Rivers.
	Barry Mulford has done various jobs for me over the past couple of years ranging from hanging doors to fitting kitchen units. Each time he has worked for me I have been totally impressed with his flawless workmanship, and his rare ability of getting on with the job and getting it finished on time! I would recommend Barry to anyone who is looking for a reliable, trustworthy, clean, hardworking and frankly nice chap to carry out their carpentry and joinery needs. Mr R. Edwards.
	Barry is an exceptional craftsman who knows his work and produces outstanding end products. He is always punctual on a job and the standard of his work is excellent. I have no hesitation in recommending Barry for any work where a skilled craftsman is required. Tim Clench