Frequently Asked Questions

Mustard covers most "minor works" aspects of carpentry and general building fabric repairs, maintenance and improvements.

Please note that we do not offer electrical, plumbing, plastering and tiling services.

Yes, we offer free estimates and quotations for our carpentry and renovation services. 

Simply contact us to schedule an appointment for a free site visit.

Wherever possible we try to work on a fixed price quotation basis rather than hourly or daily rates.

We're based in Hawkhurst and serve a surrounding radius of approximately 15 miles or 25 minutes driving time.

Yes, public liability insurance cover of up to £5M. Please click here to see a copy of our current policy document on the Downloads page of the website.

Yes, Diploma Levels 2 & 3 in both Site Carpentry and Bench Joinery. Please click here to see copies of the relevant certificates on the Downloads page of the website.

In old English slang, mustard was used as an alternative for the word good.

Hopefully, it's also memorable.

Renovation is the process of returning a building or individual elements of a building to an improved, good condition without making significant changes to the structure or layout.

When working on the timber components of a property, (walls, roofs, floors, stairs and all doors and windows), renovation will help maintain and preserve the original features and character of a building whilst extending its lifespan.

Renovation is repairing, replacing or upgrading worn-out, damaged, or defective elements of a property with the option to incorporate modern techniques and materials where appropriate.

At the heart of the Mustard approach to renovation is the Repair Care range of flexible epoxy resins.

My name is Mick Lees, I've lived in Hawkhurst for nearly 20 years with my wife and two teenage sons.

After working in the events industry for 25 years, I retrained as a carpenter & joiner at college in Folkestone whilst working for a building contractor in Sevenoaks. Since then, I've worked for several other general builders locally.

During 2023 I self-built an extension, together with remodelling works on our home.

Mustard Carpentry & Renovation Services started trading in early 2024.