Promptness of response :  Good professional and almost cometitive
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Architectural Design- Other, South-end-in-Sea, K Hasanuzzaman - September 2022

 

 

 

 

 

Fantastic professional service. Great ideas and designs. Communicated throughout whole process. Drawings are amazing! Highly recommend.

Architectural Services, Benfleet, Essex, H.Elen - December 2021

 

 

 

 

 

Prior to meeting David, my wife and I met with two separate architects. Both architects either seemed disinterested or lead us to believe we could do whatever we wanted with our property. Then we met David. David is extremely thoroughly, punctual and reliable. His plans were drawn to what some of the builders I've met described as "the most detailed" they had seen. If ever I needed to ask David a question, I was impressed with his level of detail and prompt response. David also explained the process, step by step enabling me to have more of an understanding of building regulations and procedures etc. David also recommended the builder we are using now who I am extremely pleased with. I would and have recommended David's services to others.

Architectural Services, Leigh on Sea, Essex, Mr Dennahy - October 2019

 

 

 

 

 

Architectural Design- Other. Paul Jessen, Southend-on-Sea, August 2019.

 

 

 

 

 

Dave did an excellent job with the planning stage of our project, which was a rear extension, completing all the required forms and submissions for approval - this was completely touch free for us. We were kept constantly informed of where we were in the process. Our builder commented that the technical plans were some of the best he had seen. We would definitely recommend Dave.

Architectural Services, Romford, Kent, A.Rand - June 2019

 

 

 

 

 

I found Dave to be both personable and professional. I was having a re-modelling a of a bungalow including a loft conversion. He spent a morning explaining what he would provide, with examples, and finding out what I wanted to do with the house, all under no obligation. Once the contract was confirmed, he visited again with the surveying equipment, and spent several hours mapping the house out. He explained what would happen at each stage and the expected timeline involved. I received a PDF of the draft plans, which I proofed, and after a few corrections, which Dave did quickly with no fuss, submitted for the certificate of lawful development. This went through without a hitch, and once received, he drew up the building regs plans, which again once submitted passed. I would highly recommend DSB Property designs as Dave ensured the process was stress free. every time I needed to contact him I either got straight through to him, or his associate, or left a message which was always returned either the same day or the day after.

Architectural Design, Brentwood, Essex, P.Woodland - January 2019

 

 

 

 

 

Great work from Dave and his team. Efficient, attention to detail and no delays. No problems at all, great experience and will definitely be using again. Dave and his team drew up plans for a front single storey extension I wanted. He explained everything clearly and the turnaround was quick. The plans were of a high level of detail, i had no problems getting the work signed off by both building regulations, planning permission and my builder was able to follow them easily to complete the work.

Surveyor, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, Jason - January 2019

 

 

 

 

 

Very approachable and helpful. Great knowledge and understanding of regulations. Excellent communication. Highly recommended!

Planning Permission, London, Andrea - January 2019

 

 

 

 

 

Best service ever! any questions were answered within hours and this was even at weekends. the quality of the work was excellent and good value. Dave is very knowledgeable

Architectural Services, Southend, Essex, C.Allen - October 2018

 

 

 

 

 

Great customer focussed service delivered professionally and in lay terms. I was grateful for the patience Dave had when I couldn't decide quite how to arrange my loft conversion and extremely pleased with the end result. I've used Dave and DSB for both my building projects and have been impressed each time. I'd highly recommend the firm to anybody.

Architectural Services, Romford, Essex, Nick - July 2018

 

 

 

 

 

We had our plans drawn up by DSB. The quality was exceptional and our builders commented that they were some of the best plans they had come across. Any questions and queries were dealt with quickly and effectively. Would thoroughly recommend DSB.

Architectural Services, Southend, Essex, Lucy - July 2018

 

 

 

 

 

Used DSB Property Designs Limited for a small extension project to our bungalow and also had plans drawn up for a loft conversion. Dave Blacker was easy to work with and extremely patient! DSB were recommended to us and we were not disappointed.

Architectural Services, Brentwood, Essex, Karen - May 2018

 

 

 

 

 

An excellent professional and friendly service. Dave surveyed, completed and submitted all the necessary paperwork for my application to the local council for a dropped kerb. He then advised me on the most suitable company to carry out the work.

Architectural Design, Southend on Sea, Essex, Josaine - January 2018

 

 

 

 

 

We instructed David to carry out a survey so that a PVX application can be applied. From the outset we sound David to be very professional and the work carried out was great. Even after completed the works he was always available for any questions and always came back in a very timely manner. I would very much recommend his services.

PVX Application, Leigh on Sea, Mr Millard - January 2018

 

 

 

 

 

Promptness of response :  Visited me very quickly after I contacted them, prepared and submitted an estimate of costs, unfortunately I have been unable to proceed with the contract any further at present.
Quality of service :  Very quick responce to enquiry
Value for money :  Have not yet proceeded with project at the moment, so no money has yet been paid
Professionalism :  I have no reason to doubt the professionalism of the architec

Architectural Design (Small Projects), Southend-on-Sea, Antony - November 2017

 

 

 

 

 

Dave was a real pleasure to deal with from start to finish. Very helpful and always happy to answer any queries we had. Would not hesitate to recommend.

Loft Conversion, Hornchurch, Essex, Clare - September 2017

 

 

 

 

 

Promptness of response :  Very professional even though I contacted over Christmas he resopded swiftly.
Quality of service :  He is coming on Monday to measure up. Very pleased with service so far.
Value for money :  All architects charge more or less the same amount. It is always value for money when you recieve what you need promptly.
Professionalism :  Yes indeed we have employed his services because of this.

Architectural Design (Small Projects), Basildon, Essex, David - February 2017

 

 

 

 

 

Dave came around and listened to what we wanted and gave us a estimate. Price was agreed and Dave spent best part of a day measuring up the property. And checked drains runs. He went away and drew up exactly what we wanted first time. All in all a very thorough service.

Architectural Design. Alan, Southend. September 2016.

 

 

 

 

 

Promptness of response :  very professional
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Value for money :  he quoted a very detailed quote which was slightly out of my price range but for all the work he was prepared to put in i felt his price was value for money,very thorough.however i managed to get a cheaper quote which suited me.
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Teresa, South Ockenden

Customer: - Roger Stagg Consulting Engineers Ltd DSB have provided an exceptionally good and accurate service, always on time.DSB have undertaken work for us in Southend, Dorking and Banbury during the past twelve months and we would have no hesitation of using them further. Customer: - Dan Painter Email Address : danpainter06@aol.com Ive used a lot of architects over the years and Dave at DSB Design is by far the best. Nothing is too much trouble, hes always there when you have a problem to solve. I have recommended him to numerous people which I dont do lightly, to the point that he ended up working for three different people in the same street. The plans we had passed were for a 3 storey 4,300sqft house we were over the moon as it was bigger than we ever thought we could have done he is so precise with everything. Totally recommend. Customer : - Dave Bellinger Email Address : dreamscapes_uk@hotmail.com I heard about DSB designs through contacts in the profession and only heard positive things about Dave. I contacted him about muliple works including a rear extension and a loft conversion. He came up with some logical and sensible ideas that made more sense and actually would cost less than my ideas! Very easy to approach and was always contactable. Havent stopped giving his number out to others Customer: - Deborah Newcombe Email Address : deborah.newcombe@freedomtobe.info DSB designed a kitchen extension and a garden office for us. David was always available on the phone and prompt to get back to us. I thoroughly enjoyed working with David Customer: - Paul Feltham Email Address : paulfelts@gmail.com I hired David Blacker to design the drawings for my new extension at the back of my house for new kitchen/diner. I had several quotes and DSB was the best value but more importantly the easiest to work with. Plain talking, common sense approach without over complicating the process like other firms seemed to do. Quick turn around also, I would highly recommend Email Address : martin_hart@hotmail.com Rating (Cost / Customer Service / Quality) : 5 / 5 / 5 I have just had planning and building control approval for a new side/rear extension, new pitch to the garage roof and a porch enclosure, as well as a fully renewed drain. All of these went through first time with no issues. Dave dealt with our original design, offering no less than five alternatives to choose from and developing the final design from these. His knowledge and advice have been beyond what we expected and he has responded to queries / requests for changes quickly and in depth. Where outside advice was required i.e. Structural engineers Dave dealt with everything, which made everything so much easier. This service is very reasonably priced and fully invoiced. I will have no hesitation coming straight to DSB if I undertake any future works. Email Address : ae.fisher@btinternet.com Rating (Cost / Customer Service / Quality) : 5 / 5 / 5 I used DSB Property Designs Ltd to design our house extension. We explained to Mr Blacker that we would like an extra room for the children and a chill out room for us adults; Mr Blacker worked with the constraints and designed our new extension giving us exactly what we asked for. We have recommended DSB Property Designs Ltd to our friends and family. Email Address : lincolndench@hotmail.co.uk Rating (Cost / Customer Service / Quality) : 4 / 4 / 4 Very good all round service including advise on recommended tradesman. I have already referred a friend. Email Address : ian@mplmaintenance.co.uk Rating (Cost / Customer Service / Quality) : 4 / 5 / 5 I have worked with DSB on 3 projects and have found them very helpful to work with. David always goes out of his way to make sure we get the best value for money. Highly recommended. Ian Marson - Director MPL Maintenance. Email Address : nick@barsquared.com Rating (Cost / Customer Service / Quality) : 5 / 4 / 4 Advised on a small extension to 3 Bed Semi. Explained in lay terms the process I would need to go through and delivered on time as promised. Email Address : lukebutler@clcfacilities.com Rating (Cost / Customer Service / Quality) : 5 / 5 / 5 DSB Designs have undertaken design work on various projects and have always delivered top quality work in short time frames. Designs for home extensions have been correct and briefs well understood. Friendly service from highly qualified and knowledgeable engineers has been a nice change. We would highly recommend DSB designs, and plan to use them ourselves further in the future. Email Address : alwyne@blueyonder.co.uk Rating (Cost / Customer Service / Quality) : 5 / 5 / 5

DSB obtained planning permission for us from Castle Point BC to convert an internal garage into an office and extensively modify the layout of other rooms within our home. David Blacker clearly had considerable experience of such projects including dealing with structural issues and liasing with the appropriate engineer. Punctual and extremely meticulous, he ensured that the new layout of the rooms was extremely well conceived, providing considerable additional usable space. He followed up constantly to ensure that the latest set of revised drawings were in hand and returned to fathom out any structural anomalies to ensure that the plans perfectly conicided with the built structure. We were delighted at how well the layout worked, as he challenged our views (but did not impose his) which led to a more efficient layout. His approach & advice was very professional and well thought through. He ensured a smooth transition through the local planning approval and the building regulations approval process. We could not have wished for a better architect and planner who took a great deal of care to ensure we obtained a superb final product. Thank you again for all your professional support; if you are looking for an architect in Essex DSB Property Designs Ltd are truly recommended as a first class operation!