Houghton Regis · Bedfordshire
Fencing and repairs in Houghton Regisby your Dunstable-based tradesman.
From storm-damaged fences to leaking gutters, Francis keeps Houghton Regis homes in good order. Send a photo for a free quote from the person who does the work.
Local to Houghton Regis
Looking after Houghton Regis homes
Houghton Regis sits right alongside Dunstable, so it is effectively on Francis's doorstep. Getting to a job here is a short drive from his base, which makes quotes, site visits and follow-up work easy to arrange.
The town has grown a great deal over the decades, from the older streets around the village green to large post-war estates and the newer housing to the north of the town. That mix means the jobs vary too, from tired roofline on older homes to replacing poor-quality fencing on newer builds.
Because Francis works so close by, Houghton Regis homeowners get the benefit of a local tradesman without paying for long travel times. You deal with him from the first photo to the final sweep-up.
Property types Francis works on in Houghton Regis
Post-war estates
Large parts of Houghton Regis were built as the town expanded after the war. Many of these homes still have original fascias, gutters and boundary walls that now need attention.
Older homes near the green
The historic core around the green includes older brick properties where repointing, chimney work and sympathetic brick repairs are common.
New-build developments
Newer estates on the northern side of the town often come with thin fence panels and lightweight posts. Upgrading these to something sturdier is a frequent request.
Common jobs in Houghton Regis
- Replacing thin new-build fencing
- Gutter clearing and repairs
- Garden clearances and patios
- Fascia and soffit replacement
- Driveway and patio cleaning
- Handyman lists for busy households
Services in Houghton Regis
Everything your Houghton Regis property needs
Fencing in Houghton Regis
New fence panels, posts, gravel boards and gates, plus storm repairs.
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Guttering & uPVC in Houghton Regis
Gutter repairs, clearing and replacement, plus fascias and soffits.
Guttering & uPVC details →
Landscaping in Houghton Regis
Garden clear-outs, patios, borders and tidy, low-maintenance outdoor spaces.
Landscaping details →
Roof Repairs in Houghton Regis
Slipped or broken tiles, leaks and ridge work, with guaranteed workmanship.
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Brickwork in Houghton Regis
Garden walls, small builds and brick repairs, finished to match.
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Repointing in Houghton Regis
Raking out and repointing tired mortar to protect your walls from the weather.
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Exterior Cleaning in Houghton Regis
Driveways, patios, paths and walls, cleaned back to their best.
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Handyman Services in Houghton Regis
The small jobs you keep putting off, done properly in one visit.
Handyman Services details →Property Repairs in Houghton Regis
General repairs inside and out to keep your home in good order.
Property Repairs details →Why choose Crown
Why Houghton Regis homeowners call Francis
Owner-operated
Francis quotes and carries out every Houghton Regis job himself.
Local coverage
Houghton Regis borders Dunstable, just minutes from Francis's base.
£100k insured
Public liability insurance on every job.
Licensed waste carrier
Environment Agency licence CBDU430346.
Guaranteed work
Roofing, fencing and brickwork workmanship guaranteed.
Francis spent years renovating and maintaining his own properties and helping family and friends with theirs before turning those skills into Crown Property Services. Customers across Houghton Regis, Dunstable and Toddington and the wider Bedfordshire area deal with him directly from the first message to the finished job.
Local issues
Common property problems in Houghton Regis
Builder-grade fencing
Fences on newer estates are often the lightest panels available, on posts that are not set deep. They are frequently the first casualties in a storm.
Original roofline timber
Timber fascias and soffits on older estates rot over time and can let water into the roof space.
Shared boundaries
Tightly packed estates mean fences and walls are often shared, so a failing section affects neighbours too. Fixing it quickly avoids friction.
Exposed open ground
Houghton Regis sits on the same high, open ground as Dunstable, with gardens that catch the wind.
Local know-how
Looking after a home in Houghton Regis
Driveways and paths
Block-paved drives on newer Houghton Regis homes collect moss and weeds in their joints, especially on north-facing frontages. A clean and re-sand every so often keeps them looking new and stops weeds lifting the blocks.
Upgrading new-build boundaries
Homes on the newer developments around Houghton Regis are often handed over with the lightest fence panels and posts available. They look fine on day one, but they are rarely built for exposed, open ground. Replacing them with stronger panels, deeper-set posts and gravel boards is one of the best value improvements a new-build owner can make.
Older estates and roofline
On the established estates, original timber fascias and soffits are a common weak point. Once paint fails, water gets into the timber and the gutters start to pull away. Replacing them with uPVC removes the need for repainting and keeps the roofline tidy for years.
Shared fences and good neighbours
Houghton Regis has plenty of semis and terraces with shared boundaries. If a fence is failing, it is worth talking to your neighbour before work starts so you agree what is being replaced. Francis can quote for the full run so both sides know exactly where they stand.
Small gardens, big difference
Compact gardens on newer estates benefit hugely from a level patio, a tidy edge to the lawn and a fence that stands straight. It is often a short job that changes how you use the space completely.
Crown Property Services works across Houghton Regis and the neighbouring towns of Dunstable, Toddington, Leighton Buzzard, Harpenden, as part of wider coverage across Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire from its base in Dunstable. Wherever you are in Houghton Regis, the same person quotes the job, does the work and stands behind it.
When you book property maintenance with Crown Property Services, you are not booking a company with an office, a sales team and a rota of subcontractors. You are booking Francis McDonagh. He is the person who answers the phone, looks at your photos, gives you the price and turns up to do the work. If you have a question halfway through the job, the person who knows the answer is standing in your garden.
Francis spent many years as an HGV driver before setting up the business. Throughout that time he was renovating and maintaining his own properties and helping family and friends with their repairs. That practical, hands-on experience is what Crown Property Services is built on: real work on real homes, not theory.
Every job is covered by £100,000 public liability insurance. Francis is a registered waste carrier with the Environment Agency (licence CBDU430346), which means old materials and waste from your job are removed and disposed of legally; you will not find them dumped down a country lane with your address on them. Workmanship on roofing, fencing and brickwork is guaranteed.
Quotes are free and can be given from photos or a site visit. Francis works Monday to Saturday, 08:30 to 18:30, across Dunstable, Houghton Regis, Leighton Buzzard, Toddington, Hemel Hempstead, Berkhamsted, St Albans, Harpenden and Redbourn. Payment is by bank transfer (BACS) or cash; card payments are not accepted.
How it works
How a job in Houghton Regis works
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Photos or site visit
Send photos of the job or ask Francis to come and look. He checks the problem, access and what is causing it.
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Clear diagnosis
You are told plainly what is wrong, what needs doing and what does not.
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Free, clear quote
A straightforward price before any work starts. No obligation.
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Francis does the work
The same person who quoted the job carries it out, using materials suited to your property.
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Tidy finish
Waste is removed under a registered waste carrier licence and you check the work with Francis. Roofing, fencing and brickwork are guaranteed.
Questions answered
Houghton Regis FAQs
Do you serve Houghton Regis?
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Yes. Houghton Regis borders Dunstable, just minutes from Francis's base. Crown Property Services covers Houghton Regis along with Dunstable, Houghton Regis, Leighton Buzzard, Toddington, Hemel Hempstead, Berkhamsted, St Albans, Harpenden and Redbourn.
How fast can you reach Houghton Regis?
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Houghton Regis borders Dunstable, just minutes from Francis's base. Francis works Monday to Saturday, 08:30 to 18:30. Get in touch and he will let you know his next available slot for a quote or the job itself.
How much does work cost in Houghton Regis?
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Every job is priced on what it needs, so there is no fixed price list. Send photos of the job and Francis will give you a free, clear quote. Quotes can also be given from a site visit in Houghton Regis.
Do you offer emergency repairs in Houghton Regis?
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If you have storm damage or a leak, contact Francis with photos as soon as possible and he will tell you his earliest availability. Standard working hours are Monday to Saturday, 08:30 to 18:30.
Can you clean block paving on a Houghton Regis new-build?
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Yes. Driveways, paths and patios are cleaned using a method suited to the surface, and block paving can be re-sanded afterwards to help keep weeds out.
Do you cover the newer estates in Houghton Regis?
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Yes. Francis covers the whole of Houghton Regis, including the older streets and the newer developments.
Can you replace a whole new-build fence?
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Yes. Send photos and a rough length and Francis will give you a free quote for replacing or upgrading it.
Are you insured?
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Yes. Francis holds £100,000 public liability insurance.
Do you guarantee your work?
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Workmanship on all roofing, fencing and brickwork projects is guaranteed.
Do you take waste away?
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Yes. Francis is a registered waste carrier with the Environment Agency (licence CBDU430346).
How do I pay?
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By bank transfer (BACS) or cash. Card payments are not accepted.
Got a job in Houghton Regis?Get it quoted today.
Send a photo for a free, no-obligation quote. Insured with £100,000 public liability cover, and you deal with Francis from start to finish.