My name is George, I’m 28 based in Hertfordshire.

 

Independent Carpenter and Joiner, specialising in interior 2nd fix carpentry, supported by CAD and natural passion and energy. 

 

Also offering general handyman services!
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With an 'A-Level' in Resistant Materials ('A' Grade) as well as a 2.1 BSc (Hons) Degree in Building Surveying behind me, it felt like a good idea to thrust myself into 'the real world' and cut my teeth in 'SaaS' sales across various startups in London and Copenhagen, before naturally gravitating back to the Built Environment at the start of the Covid-19 lockdown, specifically within Carpentry and Joinery. 
 
After quickly not feeling suited to the corporate world and eventually growing tired of it, I decided to quit my job at the start of the first lockdown to go and work on a nearby mixed-use property development. This allowed me the opportunity to get out of the house and on-site with a few people each day. This also gave me the opportunity to get back on the tools and rekindle my passion for woodworking and design. Subsequently, off the back off this, I was involved in the setting up of a woodworking business during the lockdown period with a family member, making flat-pack Montessori-inspired furniture in my parent's garage and shipping it worldwide (Bear Wood Furniture), which continues to trade. 
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Once the world opened back up again, I was keen to get back out infront of customers, and in varying environments everyday, compared to the same 4 walls of the workshop everyday. I decided to broaden my skills and experience, and began independently operating under GRK Carpentry Ltd.

While working independently, I am connected with other trades for larger projects when needed. 

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I’m particularly passionate for storage and organisation projects. I enjoy working closely with the client if they want to tailor it to suit specific needs and wants. Some people like storage to be open and easy, and some like more specific and systematic fit-outs. 
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My Computer Aided Design (CAD) skills allow me to produce an accurate and scaled 3D model of the product or project area, allowing easy visualisation of the project, ensuring there are no surprises and also easily allowing changes to be made before work on the project begins. This also allows efficient and accurate generation of cutting lists, and subsequently a fairer and more transparent quote/proposal. 

 

I pride myself on my attention to detail, energy as well as little things like reliability, honesty, transparency and fairness. If I feel a job is too big, or not quite right for me, I’d always rather say and point you towards someone who would be.​​

 

I’m now open to new projects for 2025 and beyond! 
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Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions, or new enquiries;

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Cheers,

George Kedgley

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