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Wren Building Contractors

Wren Building Contractors

5.0(66 reviews)See reviews ↓·Southampton

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Extensions, kitchen refurbishments, retaining walls, barn sub-structures and car park resurfacing with associated drainage recur across the accounts, spanning private homes and commercial premises. Tom Wren is named repeatedly for the way he grasped clients' intentions and proposed improvements both before work started and as it progressed, while the wider crew is consistently described as diligent, skilled and professional. One thing mentioned again and again is communication, called clear and continuous from first enquiry through to completion. Punctuality features too, with teams arriving on the agreed day and keeping to programme.

Customers writing about their orders describe the calibre of the finished result, citing extensions that sit seamlessly alongside existing buildings and surfaces laid with careful attention to falls, levels and transitions for low-clearance vehicles. Consideration for occupied homes and shared spaces is noted, including courteous handling of questions from passers-by. Quotations are described as fair and competitive, deposit arrangements as transparent, and additional fencing, re-turfing and soil movement were absorbed within the same contract. Small adjustments were reportedly resolved without friction, a theme echoed across the accounts.

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Reviews

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Dominic Davey30 January 2026

Wren Builders completed a full kitchen refurbishment for me and the standard of work was excellent. The project was completed on time and everything was finished to a very high standard. The team were professional, reliable, and communicated clearly throughout the process. Any questions or small adjustments were dealt with quickly and without fuss. I’m extremely happy with the final result and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Wren Builders to anyone considering a kitchen refurbishment.

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Claire Slade14 January 2026

Excellent experience with Wren Building Contractors. Our start date was secured with a deposit, the team arrived exactly when agreed, and everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The new tarmac work in our forecourt and car park at our business premises in SO31 was completed on time and on budget, to a very high standard. The attention to detail exceeded our expectations. The team were polite, tidy, and respectful throughout, communication was clear, and the final price matched the quote with no surprises. Most importantly, there was no business downtime at all, thanks to Wren’s methodical planning and organised approach. Highly recommended.

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Ashley Slade11 January 2026

Very professional service from Wren Building Contractors. WREN carried out new tarmac surfacing works in our business car park and forecourt in Warsash, including the excavation of our old car park and the extension of the overall area to accommodate more parking. The whole process was well planned and smoothly delivered. The start date was confirmed with a deposit, and the team arrived on time, exactly when agreed. The works were completed on programme and on budget, with a high level of attention to detail throughout. Communication was clear and consistent, and the site was always kept tidy, well-managed, with health and safety requirements fully adhered to. Crucially, the work was phased in a way that allowed our business to continue operating with minimal disruption, which was greatly appreciated. The final price matched the original quote with no surprises. We would have no hesitation in recommending Wren Building Contractors for any commercial groundworks.

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Richard Scales9 January 2026

Professional, well-thought-out surfacing work from Wren Building Contractors. Following the completion of our new build in Fair Oak, Southampton, we moved straight onto completing the external surfacing and drainage so we could use the property again, particularly to gain access to the garage and parking area. With low-clearance vehicles, getting the falls, levels, and transitions right was essential, not something we wanted rushed or guessed. From the first meeting, Wren stood out for their technical approach. They talked us through how surface water and groundwater would be managed, and why specific drainage details were important. That level of planning gave us confidence that we were making the right decision. We agreed on a tarmac finish, designed to work with the drainage rather than against it. The work itself was carried out efficiently and to a high standard. The materials were well chosen, the finished surface works perfectly for vehicle access, and everything was delivered as discussed. The result looks great, and functions precisely as intended. Overall, the experience was straightforward, professional, and stress-free. I’d confidently recommend Wren Building Contractors to anyone needing a reliable surfacing company that understands both the practical and technical side of the work.

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Sharon Scales8 January 2026

Excellent work carried out by Wren Building Contractors. After completing our new build in Fair Oak, Southampton, we needed the external works finished so we could safely access the property, particularly the garage for our cars. This was a genuine concern for us due to the low front and rear spoilers, so getting the levels and approach right was critical. Wren Building Contractors came highly recommended, and after the initial meeting, it was clear they were the right contractor. They took the time to explain how they would manage the surface water and groundwater, and their approach to drainage gave us confidence that the work would be done properly, not just for appearance but for long-term performance. We opted for tarmac surfacing, incorporating a professionally designed drainage solution. The workmanship was faultless, the material selection was spot on, and the finished levels work perfectly for vehicle access. The site was well managed throughout, and the result has exceeded our expectations. We’re incredibly pleased with the outcome and would highly recommend Wren Building Contractors to anyone looking for a professional, knowledgeable surfacing contractor.

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Ben Harding4 January 2026

Highly professional work carried out by Wren Building Contractors. We arranged for Wren to fully dig out and resurface the existing driveway and side access at my Nan’s home in Hedge End (SO30), making it safe again. From booking the first appointment through to completion, the experience was excellent. Once everything was agreed, the start date was confirmed, and the team arrived on site on time each day. What stood out was the care taken to explain the work beforehand. The advice was clear and reassuring, and it was apparent that the job was being done correctly rather than rushed. Throughout the works, the team were courteous, tidy, and very respectful, including towards neighbours, which was particularly important. The property was kept clean during the works, the project finished within the agreed timeframe, and the final cost matched the original quote. There were no unexpected issues or additional charges. Communication was straightforward and reliable, and the finished result looks excellent. I would have no hesitation in recommending Wren Building Contractors to anyone seeking a dependable, professional surfacing company.

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Elaine Harding3 January 2026

Outstanding service from Wren Building Contractors. From the initial visit by Wren through to completion of our driveway and side pathway surfacing works at Mum’s property in Hedge End SO30, the whole process was highly professional. We secured a start date in Wren’s schedule once the deposit was paid, and the team turned up exactly when they said they would, every day. All advice given was clear, detailed, and technically sound, which gave us absolute confidence that the work was being done correctly rather than taking shortcuts. The team were polite, tidy, and respectful at all times, including to neighbouring properties, which was really important to us. Our property was kept clean and tidy throughout the works. The job was completed on time and on budget, the final price was exactly as quoted, and there were no surprises at any stage. Communication was excellent from start to finish, and the quality of workmanship speaks for itself. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Wren Building Contractors to anyone looking for a reliable, professional surfacing contractor who delivers precisely what they promise.

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1Wren Building Contractors (this page)★ 5,066Yes
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Working hours
Monday07:30–19:30
Tuesday07:30–19:30
Wednesday07:30–19:30
Thursday07:30–19:30
Friday07:30–19:30
Saturday07:30–19:30
SundayClosed