The Guild is the UKs leading trade association and always asks potential members for just that kind of recommendation. The Guild’s stringent entry criteria ensure that only those companies who meet the requirements are awarded membership, which is by no means automatic. Members are required to prove that they have earned the right to be called master craftsmen – through the quality of their work, their commitment to customer care and the level of service they provide. Once accepted into membership they are required to maintain the Aims and Objectives of the Guild. Should they fail to do so their membership will be terminated.

Applicants for the Guild are required to submit confidential references from satisfied customers and one of the first questions asked of all referees is whether or not they would be prepared to recommend the applicant to a relative or close friend. The Guild’s council of management include a review of the references when considering the application for membership as well as ensuring all other criteria are met. Only when they are satisfied that the applicant really does deserve to be called a master craftsmen is the application approved. This is about as close as you can get to receiving a recommendation from one of your neighbours or friends.

The major objectives is to promote high standards of quality and service in all aspects of commercial life. For many years the Guild has been well known for representing quality, craftsmen and customer service. Extensive promotion, by the Guild and its members has enhanced this reputation and increased public awareness of the Guild as a symbol of quality and service. Your membership of the Guild is recognised of your commitment to skill and integrity, and your determination to maintain high standards.