Carpentry, repairs and small jobs in Oxford

Not every job needs a full team for months. We take on fitted cupboards, doors, fences, gutters, tiling and the repairs that other firms turn down, and we give them the same care as a loft or an extension.

Carpentry and joinery

We build fitted cupboards, bookshelves and other built-in joinery, fit and adjust internal doors, box in pipework and beams, and fit skirting and architrave. We also take on the repairs that come with an older house: fences, gates, gutters and fascias, and damp repairs to walls and ceilings.

Underfloor heating

Electric or water systems, in one room or a whole floor, with the floor build-up and finish done by the same team.

Repointing and brickwork

Repointing in lime or cement mortar to match the existing wall, brick replacement, and repairs to render and painted brickwork.

Patios and garden walls

Exterior tiling and paving for patios, paths and driveways, and garden wall repairs.

Plumbing and landlord maintenance

Plumbing work covers water pipes, waste and sewer connections. For landlords and letting agents we handle between-tenancy repairs, bathrooms and redecoration, with one number to call and a written quote for each job.

Tiling and flooring

Interior wall and floor tiling. Flooring designed, planned and installed, including timber, stone, tile and screed.

What customers say

“Hajri (aka Harry) did a wonderful job installing floor-to-ceiling bookshelves in our back bedroom and adjusting a door so that it would actually close for the first time in 25 years. He was precise, serious, and very efficient. He checked with me at the different stages of the job; both my wife and I were thrilled with the results. The price he quoted was very good value. I would gladly hire him again in future and would be confident that Oxford Direct Builders could take on much more complex work.”

Matthew, August 2022

“Harry did building work for me, which consisted of building cupboards - both decorative as well as practical - and repairing and damproofing a fireplace. I was very pleased with both the quality of the work and the thoroughness and attention to detail. He always did a very thorough clean-up, even when returning the next day, and was polite and helpful. I would highly recommend him.”

Sue A., August 2024

“Harry did a brilliant job fixing our fence that had fallen during the storm. He came over the weekend, worked efficiently, and left everything spotless. His workmanship was excellent, and we couldn’t be happier. Highly recommended!”

Mithat, January 2025

“Harry replaced a gutter and capped a fascia for us. All done very neatly and he tidied up really well afterwards too.”

Helen, February 2023

“Looking for the removal of two internal walls and a window contacted Hajri of Oxford Direct Builders - I was very impressed that he ensured that he fully understood what I required and by his attention to detail in obtaining bricks to match the existing - I extended the work to include the replacement of a wall and garden gate - I am delighted with the finished work completed to a high standard and that Hajri always left everything clean and tidy”

Mike, September 2024

“Have used these guys twice now for a variety of bigger and smaller jobs involving plumbing, tiling, fitting etc and have asked them to quote on three further jobs. Prompt, accurate quotations; highly reliable, friendly but professional, excellent standard of work and impeccably clean. Highly recommended.”

Edward, August 2024