Word of mouth is the best way to find a  tradesman you can trust. Although I am a tradesman gardener I also use other trades around my own home. The following list comprsises the people I use. They may be of use to you also.

HARD LANDSCAPING, Jim Rhind Tel:01382 739222

Although i am skilled in soft landscaping works, designing planting  schemes and installing trees, shrubs and laying lawns I am not a hard landscaper, building walls, paths and patios etc. For this the best person I have no hesitation in recommending is Jim Rhind of Maryfield Landscapes based in Dundee. His work is first rate and built to last. Give him  call and you will instantly realise he knows what he is talking about.

JOINER: Kevin Nicoll, Tel: 01382 350560 Mob: 07999693813

I have used Kevin on small (putting up a shelf) and large projects (extension work). He also tackles fencing and decking projects for my clients. If have found his pricing very fair and his reliability and attention to detail excellent.

PLUMBER: Mark Gorton, Tel 01382 880814 Mob: 07749886887

Mark genuinely looks after your interests. His prices are keen and his workmanship spot on. He not only improved the plumbing throughout my house making it more efficient but he always advised my when he could find products I had sourced cheaper. Any urgent problems and I have found him quick to respond and very fair on price.

ELECTRICIAN:  Paul Marr, Mob; 0711281074

A great find, the fastest and most safety concious electrician I have found. If your need is urgent he will make every effort to get to you quick and when you consider how much it costs to keep his licenses and equipment tested and up to date his prices are very good.

MECHANIC : Mike Shaw, Tel: 01575 573535

Mike runs a small garage in Kirriemuir. He looks after my works van and family car. I am always happy with his work and genuine effort to keep costs down. He will not do and charge for unnecessary work I find his customer service excellent, although normally busy he  will always make time to help you out with a problem as he says himself  "I would not see you stuck". I have tried many garages in the past. This is the best yet.