Client Perspectives
“I wanted to renovate an old hay barn and at the same time create a modern eco friendly living space. My architect developed the ideas and detailed drawings, obtained planning permission and listed building consent. Inevitably issues arose during implementation. I was delighted with the way that Chantry Renovation thought things through so these issues were identified and resolved before they became expensive problems. For example, it became clear that the integrity of the hay barn walls could not support the intended 1st floor beams. Chantry Renovations picked this up and worked with structural engineers to develop an alternate solution using structural studwork. This was all implemented without impact on cost or schedule.“ MT Oundle
“With substantial renovations being done to my house, it was inevitable that I would have to spend significant time living off location. I had regular on site meetings with Chantry to update me on the expected schedule. It was always a pleasure to come back after an interlude of a few weeks to find that their organisation and preparation of the work had ensured that everything was delivered as promised.“ MS Polebrook
“Our building work took place adjacent to our main home and continued over a three month period. Construction took place without any disruption. At the end of the day everything was left safe and tidy. In fact, once the work was completed there was a gap in our lives – no friendly and cheerful team arriving at the start of our daily routine!“ AW Oundle
“The key stones above our windows had slipped and needed to be repaired. The work would be complex and involved temporary structural support for the stonework and keystone, removal of the old decayed lintels, fitting of a new replacement lintel, pinning with stainless steel pins. Finally the external limestone render had to be made good and colour matched using a mixture of mud, horsehair, hemp and wood cinder. Once I had seen the challenge and preparation that went into the programme, I was able to step back and let Chantry implement the renovation of a total of 9 windows. I was absolutely confident that the work would be done to the quality that I expected.“ JS Thorney
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