From 99967b6ac2a36acf08dd615e937c13f177b3822f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: Gary <gary@acorn-media.co.uk>
Date: Mon, 9 Mar 2026 11:44:34 +0000
Subject: [PATCH] added some reviews

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diff --git a/sections/reviews.php b/sections/reviews.php
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-                    <span class="subheading" style="color:#fff;">Read Testimonials</span>
-                    <h2 class="mb-4" style="font-size: 50px;">It's always a joy to hear that the work we do has positively reviews</h2>
+                    <span class="subheading" style="color:#fff;">What Our Customers Say</span>
+                    <h2 class="mb-4" style="font-size: 50px;">We love hearing from our happy customers. Here is what our North East neighbours have to say about our work</h2>
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+                            <!--<div class="user-img" style="background-image: url(images/person_1.jpg)">
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-                                <p class="mb-4">Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean</p>
-                                <p class="name">Jeff Freshman</p>
-                                <span class="position">Guests</span>
+                                <p class="mb-4">We were worried about voiding our warranty in our new build in Wynyard, but the team explained the raised boarding system perfectly. They’ve given us so much extra storage without squashing the insulation. Professional, tidy, and finished in a day.</p>
+                                <p class="name">Spot on service</p>
+                                <span class="position">David H., Stockton-on-Tees</span>
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-                                <p class="mb-4">Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean</p>
-                                <p class="name">Jeff Freshman</p>
-                                <span class="position">Guests</span>
+                                <p class="mb-4">I can’t believe we waited ten years to do this. We can finally get the Christmas tree and suitcases down without a balancing act on a rickety old ladder. The new timber ladder is sturdy and the LED lighting makes a massive difference. Highly recommend these lads!</p>
+                                <p class="name">Transformed our home.</p>
+                                <span class="position">Sarah L., Gateshead</span>
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-                                <p class="mb-4">Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean</p>
-                                <p class="name">Jeff Freshman</p>
-                                <span class="position">Guests</span>
+                                <p class="mb-4">I was dreading the dust, but the team were incredibly respectful of our home. They used dust sheets throughout the landing and left the place spotless. It’s rare to find tradesmen in Newcastle who take that much pride in their cleanup.</p>
+                                <p class="name">Clean and tidy.</p>
+                                <span class="position">Mark T., Gosforth</span>
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-                                <p class="mb-4">Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean</p>
-                                <p class="name">Jeff Freshman</p>
-                                <span class="position">Guests</span>
+                                <p class="mb-4">Got a few quotes for loft boarding in Durham and these guys were by far the most professional. No hidden costs and the quality of the boarding is top-notch—it feels like a proper floor. If you need more space, don't look anywhere else.</p>
+                                <p class="name">Excellent value.</p>
+                                <span class="position">James P., Durham City</span>
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-                                <p class="mb-4">Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean</p>
-                                <p class="name">Jeff Freshman</p>
-                                <span class="position">Guests</span>
+                                <p class="mb-4">At my age, I was terrified of going up into the loft, but the new hatch and handrail have made it so simple. It’s given me my spare room back now that all the boxes are tucked away safely upstairs. A brilliant job from start to finish.</p>
+                                <p class="name">Safe and easy access.</p>
+                                <span class="position">Mrs. Bennett, Sunderland</span>
+                            </div>
+                        </div>
+                    </div>
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+                        <div class="testimony-wrap py-4 pb-5 d-flex justify-content-between align-items-end">
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+                            <div class="text">
+                                <p class="mb-4">From the initial survey to the final board being laid, the communication was great. They turned up exactly when they said they would and worked right through. Our loft in Whitley Bay is now a fantastic storage space. Top marks.</p>
+                                <p class="name">Great local team.</p>
+                                <span class="position">Chris R., North Tyneside</span>
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