Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants Reviews 169

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I always find the staff at Alloway Timber friendly and helpful. If they dont have what I am looking for they will try there best to point me in the right direction. If anyone ever asks me where to go... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alloways timber are a traditional family run business who work very closely & personally which I believe sets them apart from there competition. I have had a very close relationship with Alloway f... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I deal with Ross Tomassi in the down stairs office of the (Mitcham branch) most of the time. He is a diamond and does everything he is able to do with exceptional confidence and skill and is able to d... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have been using Alloway for over 15 years. They have always been great on getting and delivering timber products for jobs and their timber is A grade timber. Their shop has a great selection of qual... See more

Company details

  1. Lumber Store
  2. Building Materials Supplier
  3. Do-it-Yourself Shop
  4. Hardware Store
  5. Plywood Supplier
  6. Wood and Laminate Flooring Supplier

About Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

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About Us
Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants was founded in 1971 by Joe Alloway (senior). He started the business from the back garden of his parents’ house in Fulham and in 1973 he expanded by opening our Putney Branch, where we still trade from today.

Our Purpose
We offer an impressive range covering softwoods, MDF, hardwoods, skirtings, and architraves, to aggregates, blocks, bricks, and lintels. In essence, all the materials you need for your construction project from start to finish, delivered via our extensive fleet including crane lorries.

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4.8

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect timing on delivery

Perfect timing on delivery
Quality materials
Great price
Our number one supplier

September 11, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

We're proud to be your number one supplier, Philip. Thanks for the glowing review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Putney branch

Putney branch, Mike Kelly, ever so helpful and the Sales Rep Catherine.
Nothing is too much trouble.

September 11, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

Thank you Castle Contracts Ltd, we're delighted that you are happy with the service received. We look forward to seeing you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good service

August 22, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

Thanks for your review, Gary. We're delighted you're happy with the service we provide.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service

Brilliant service, Alex was great help. The delivery was done very well to the easy access point so we don’t have to carry stuff through the house.

August 7, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

It's great to hear that you're so happy with Alex, and our delivery service, Ajay. Thanks for your review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Speedy delivery

Speedy delivery, good communication, and delivery driver was very helpful as there was heavy rain at the time.

August 8, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

Thanks for your review John, we're glad our driver was able to help in the difficult weather!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Needed some help with wood cutting…

Needed some help with wood cutting today. Service friendly and welcoming and did a great job. Colin thank you

August 7, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

That's great to hear, Jo. Many thanks for using our cutting service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Happy customer

I deal with Ross Tomassi in the down stairs office of the (Mitcham branch) most of the time. He is a diamond and does everything he is able to do with exceptional confidence and skill and is able to deal with anything I need and a rare problem if they occur he is a credit to your company!

August 6, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

Thank you for your positive review - we're delighted you're happy with the service provided. We'll ensure to pass your comments onto Ross.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The team at allaway timber is amazing

The team at allaway timber is amazing
Starting with Darren, Tony , jade and Sam i can't fault anyone
Absolutely brilliant
Quick to serve and load

August 3, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

We're thrilled that your experience with us was so positive! We shall pass your positive comments onto the team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cheam Alloways are always excellent

The staff and the manager in the Cheam branch of Alloways are always fantastic when it comes to either information, helping load materials or pricing! Excellent local timber merchant

July 12, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

We're delighted you've received such a great all-round experience at our Cheam branch, Mr Faulkner. Your review is much appreciated.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Prompt service

A quick service on local deliveries

July 30, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

We're happy you received your products in quick time, Mark. Thanks for your review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pete was very helpful in helping me…

Pete was very helpful in helping me with my requirements. The other staff were also just as helpful helping me load the materials. Always had a good experience with Alloways

July 17, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

Thanks for your review, Nick. We strive to go the extra mile for our customers so we're glad you had such a positive experience with us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Professional and knowledgeable staff

July 18, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

We're delighted you are happy with the service you received, Yuriy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alloway's pricing

Alloway's even through internal rearrangement and staff location the company prices for stock and orders are getting more and more competitive. MP

July 11, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

Thanks for your review Mark. We do always try to ensure our prices are competitive as possible.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly and helpful

I always find the staff at Alloway Timber friendly and helpful. If they dont have what I am looking for they will try there best to point me in the right direction. If anyone ever asks me where to go for timber and building products I always say the same thing, Alloway.

July 13, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

Thank you for your kind words, Patrick. And we appreciate you recommending us!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Multiple website problems eventually addressed.

I ordered glazing putty on the website. Money was immediately taken from my credit card. An e-mail was sent thanking me for my order which promised confirmation when order was dispatched. That was the last I heard. After a week waiting my money was refunded to my credit card. No communication of any kind to explain or enable me to seek out an alternative supplier.
Two weeks after placing my order I have now received an e-mail thanking me for my purchase and asking me to review my purchase and the company. Well - I can’t review a product you failed to supply but I can review my experience of dealing with your company. One star for miserable customer service!

UPDATE:

An unfortunate series of events:

Website accepting order for goods that were not stocked in sufficient quantity.

Not offered reduced quantity.

Not told that order had been cancelled - only discovered when I checked my credit card account and discovered money had been refunded.

And (red rag to a bull!) asked to review the product and the company.

To be fair, if I hadn’t been asked to review the company I’d just have gone elsewhere and forgotten about it. As it was I responded with my one star review for miserable customer service. Since then the company has apologised and sought to make amends so I am changing my very critical rating to three stars. I hope the company will improve their website to prevent such problems occurring in the future.

June 7, 2023
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Reply from Alloway Timber & Builders Merchants

Our sincere apologies for this, Geoff. Unfortunately, we were unable to fulfil your order due to a lack of stock availability. We credited you within 4 days, but should have notified you as such via email. We are currently in the process of changing our website controllers, and this transition period may have been a factor in us neglecting to send you the email.

By way of apology, we would like to offer you free of charge the 4 units that we do have in stock of the product you wished to order. Please contact us on sales@allowaytimber.com if you would like to receive this.

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