Kellaway Building Supplies Reviews 559

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Evaluating 88 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the delivery service, highlighting the drivers' helpfulness, courtesy, and skill in placing orders precisely where needed. The staff are frequently commended for their friendliness, professionalism, and willingness to assist, both at depots and over the phone. The ordering process is described as easy and efficient, with many appreciating the quick availability and prompt delivery of products. However, some customers experienced issues with delivery reliability and timing, noting instances where orders were delayed or did not arrive as scheduled. A few other people also felt that there were occasional communication problems, such as incorrect information from staff at certain branches or unfulfilled promises regarding delivery times.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I ordered fence materials on the website, last night, for collection at the Bath site. I had an early response from the depot this morning to advise the order was ready for collection. The depot staf... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I needed two tonnes of hardcore and this company delivered in every sense. Ordered on Saturday, had a polite confirmation call the same day, and a delivery was arranged for Tuesday with a quick ca... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered some sleepers and topsoil for some raised beds at 3am, by 10am the same day I received a very friendly call from Andrew to arrange delivery the same day. Perfect service. Especially considerin... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've ordered a couple of times now from this company, they always follow up with a phone call to arrange delivery. Their driver (I've had the same one) is amazing. It can be quite difficult sometimes... See more

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Company details

  1. DIY Store
  2. Construction Material Wholesaler
  3. Home improvement shop

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Welcome to Kellaway Building Supplies. Your local, independent, family owned business priding ourselves on being your Merchant of Choice. With branches around the South West, we offer competitively priced materials and award winning service, delivered by our knowledgeable and friendly team.


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

559 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The New branch of Kellaway Building…

The New branch of Kellaway Building Supplies is simply the best builders merchants in Chippenham.
The stock is great and the layout is superb! It’s so well organised and clean, that you could eat your dinner off the floor?!
The quality of timber and materials looks very good.
I would highly recommend that you take a visit!

10 October 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly staff in Chippenham new store

Friendly staff in Chippenham new store. Especially guy who helped load my car, very helpful on the yard floor.

30 September 2024
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Reply from Kellaway Building Supplies

Hi Steve, thank you for leaving this 5-star review for our new branch in Chippenham. We hope to see you again soon :)

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This company is disorganised, dishonest and disrespectful

This company treat their customers with absolute disrespect and with total disdain. I placed an order for £818 worth of building materiel on 17 September 2024 and paid as instructed via BACS as they would not accept a card payment from myself. On 19 September I received an email saying that the money had been received and my goods would be delivered on 27 September 2024. I rang Kellaway on Friday 20 September to confirm that all would be ok for the delivery as I wanted to book my bricklayer, yes I was told all is ok. On Friday 27 September 2024 am I rang Kellaway and was told the order would be with me pm no mention of any problems. At 3.30pm the order arrived without the bricks! The driver could not understand why I had not been rung as he had wasted a journey to myself. I rang Kellaway and was told they had the bricks but at another depot, I said no problem just send them over either today or the next day which was Saturday. I was told by Kellaway, say what you like we will not deliver your bricks until next week! What a way to treat a customer. I asked for my money back and was told it would be done immediately. On the Saturday I rang Kellaway as no money had been credited to my account, the manager said he would call me on Monday 30 September to say when I would get the refund, and to give me the telephone number of the boss Julian Milligan so that I could tell him how his staff treat customers, no such call was received by myself. I drove to Build It Building Supplies and bought the same products £300 cheaper than Kellaway and had them delivered to suit my timescale. I still await a refund. I would suggest using Build It if you want your materiel delivered on time and at a fair price.

30 September 2024
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Reply from Kellaway Building Supplies

Hi Tony, thank you for leaving us this review. We have looked into your points raised and I understand you have received your full refund and my colleague Andy has been in touch. We are disappointed to receive this low score. We read and take seriously all customer comments and always try to make improvements and learn from feedback received. If we can be of any further assistance then please do not hesitate to get in touch either with the branch or by emailing: marketing@kellaway.co.uk.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Issy was laser focused on providing…

Issy was laser focused on providing sublime customer satisfaction to any customer who walked through the door.

Furthermore I was astounded by the atmosphere created by the team. Ryan was dedicated to ensuring all my needs were met.

Valerie was incredibly knowledgeable on the product rage and herself with Steve looked after me when ordering in store.

Upon arrival at the yard, Kai and Luke loaded me up smoothly and considerably.

Craig was alright.

30 September 2024
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Reply from Kellaway Building Supplies

Hi Harrison, thank you for leaving this 5-star review for our team in Tewkesbury. Such positive comments and feedback, we will ensure they hear about this review. It will make their day :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Returning customers

Returning customers.
We went into the Hartcliffe Branch, Bristol last week to order another huge amount of supplies, the guys there were very helpful and chatty and we scheduled delivery for a time that suited us.
Fantastic customer service, and an easy, flawless process. Can't thank the delivery driver enough, we had a full wagon load to be dropped off. He happily and very skillfully used the hiab to lift and place every bag and pallete carefully and exactly where we needed it placed. We wouldn't go anywhere else for renovation materials, the fact that their prices are also best when comparing to other suppliers is an added bonus!
Thank you all :)
Amy & Mike

14 September 2024
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Reply from Kellaway Building Supplies

Hi Amy & Mike, thank you so much for this feedback and posting this positive review of your experience. The branch will be thrilled and we will share this with the whole team there. We look forward to seeing you in branch again soon :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kellaway Initial Impressions

Kellaway Initial Impressions. This was my first visit to Kellaway's new store in Chippenham, and I was impressed with all aspects of the store, but particularly the welcoming, friendly helpfulness of the staff. I needed a bit of skirting board and was sent to warehouse by the helpful receptionist where the two gentlemen staff proved knowledgeable in helping me select correct product and to provide right size. Altogether a pleasant experience which ensures I will return.

20 September 2024
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Reply from Kellaway Building Supplies

Thank you for leaving these positive comments and review score for our new Kellaway Branch in Chippenham. Please spread the word in the local community and we look forward to seeing you in branch again soon :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I needed some roofing material and advicebut also…

I needed some roofing material but also advice on materials. Nick Cole and Dave Thacker at the Bridgwater branch were outstanding.
They were extremely helpful and polite ( rare in this day and age) especially when you just need some honest help.
I will always use them in the future.
This has always been the case whenever I have used them. Thanks to Dave and Nick - appreciated.

2 August 2024
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Reply from Kellaway Building Supplies

Hi Peter, thank you so much for leaving this 5-star review for our team in Bridgwater. We are pleased that they could assist you with your roofing needs. See you again soon :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you, Tewkesbury!

A huge thank you to your Tewkesbury branch staff for being so helpful and generous towards the Medieval Festival this year and previously. The staff went out of their way to support our (sometimes strange!) needs for plumbing supplies for the site build.

8 July 2024
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Reply from Kellaway Building Supplies

Hi Lizzie, thank you for leaving this 5-star review for our Tewkesbury Branch. They will be thrilled to receive this feedback :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super helpful

Super helpful
Massive thanks to Darren (Yate) for your help measuring wood for me to cut. You really did go the extra mile!
Also thanks to Mya for service with a smile.

3 July 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Salt of the earth

The staff at Kellaway builders are always smiling, friendly and helpful. I cant reccomend them enough for their expertise and going out of their way to make sure you have everything you need. In times like these we need those guys. Big love. Jamie

28 June 2024
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Reply from Kellaway Building Supplies

Hi Jamie, thank you so much for leaving this lovely review. We are thrilled to receive this review score and positive comments :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

VERY HAPPY Customer

For the last 12 months I have been renovating a property. The help I have received at the your Tewkesbury Branch is brilliant. Steve and Val go out of their way to HELP, nothing is ever a problem.
Very grateful.

18 June 2024
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Reply from Kellaway Building Supplies

Hi Ian, thank you so much for the positive review score and comments for our Tewkesbury Branch. We hope to see you again soon in store :)

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered 7t of loose aggregate to be…

Ordered 7t of loose aggregate to be delivered to site. They dropped off 8.7t and now want paying for the 1.7t I didn’t order or don’t want !!
Ring me weekly looking for my business and then proceed to treat customers like this. All branch manager wanted was payment wouldn’t listen to reason and the told us he was going to shut our account. All in all a terrible service from start to finish and what a way to run a business.

5 June 2024
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Reply from Kellaway Building Supplies

Hi Lisa, thank you for your feedback. We listen to all customer reviews and use these comments to make improvements to our business and the service we provide.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

High level of yard service

I went into Horfield branch in Bristol.
I asked a guy called Kiki if he could load up my van for me as i had recently had an operation. It was very busy at the time but he did it with no questions asked. His customer service was fantastic and deserves a big pat on the back.

29 May 2024
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Reply from Kellaway Building Supplies

Hi Ben, thank you so much for leaving this 5-star review and positive comments about the team at Horfield. We always aim to offer high standards of customer service and it's great to hear this feedback. We will make sure Akiiki receives this recognition - thank you :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I needed a v small quantity of…

I needed a v small quantity of individual paving stones to match my existing ones, Jodi helped me to get a close match. It’s a very organised business and she kindly explained all the prices to me to get the best option and the payment / ticket system that they have there - you pay in the shop and collect your goods from the yard.

2 May 2024
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Reply from Kellaway Building Supplies

Hi Emma, thank you for leaving this 5-star review for us. I will make sure these positive comments get back to the branch and also to Jodi. She will be thrilled to receive this feedback on her customer service. We hope to see you again soon! :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing service

Amazing service, would highly recommend to anyone. Customer service 10/10

10 May 2024
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Reply from Kellaway Building Supplies

Hi Steve, thank you so much for leaving us this 5 star review. We will share this with the team, it will make their day! We hope to see you again soon :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service, we live down a very narrow lane but the driver was amazing delivery the ton bag of hardcore on our drive. Highly recommended and will definitely use again

8 May 2024
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Reply from Kellaway Building Supplies

Hi Jon, thank you for leaving this 5 star review for us. We will share this positive feedback with the delivery team. We look forward to seeing you again soon :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We used Kellaway Bathrooms for our en…

We used Kellaway Bathrooms for our en suite and main bathroom.

Lucy Deas was extremely helpful, she helped us design and plan the bathroom as well as helping accommodate changes.

We had several queries over months of planning and she happily advised us in a prompt manner. She looked up products for us which helped us alot as we got overwhelmed with all the options online!

The quality of the products are fantastic and the delivery was very prompt.

We had an issue during installation where the shower profile was too wide, Lucy and her collegue helped us with that query on the same day!

I highly recommend using Kellaway Bathrooms for all bathroom needs!

15 November 2023
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