About TCK
A small local team, run by Terry.
Terry Kirby & TCK Plastering
Terry started plastering young. He is Cornish originally and brought the trade with him to Southampton, where TCK has been going since 2004.
The work splits between inside and out. One week it is a re-skim or a patched ceiling, the next it is a full render or a new extension. Some of it comes from homeowners and some from local builders and developers we have worked with for years.
No two properties are the same, so we start by looking at what is already on the walls and talking through what you have planned. You will know what is included in the price and where our work sits alongside everybody else’s.
What you can expect
- A price in writing, with the work described.
- Preparation that suits the building, not the quickest route.
- Dates agreed up front, and a call if anything changes.
- Dust sheets down, and the place swept before we leave.

Based around Locks Heath, working across Southampton, Fareham and Portsmouth.

ecorend
Accredited / approved installer

Fassa Bortolo
Accredited / approved installer
Customer feedback
A few words from our customers
“Terry and his team were not only polite, friendly and professional, they were a pleasure to have at our home. They all work really hard and take a pride in what they do and enjoy working together. We had our house fully rendered using a multi layer system which is beautiful... it has transformed our home. Terry took such care with us... helping us to choose and decide on certain elements... his patience knows no bounds!”
“Terry has recently built stud walls in our garage to partition it into two separate areas, fully insulated and with access doorway. We've used him before and as always the quality is excellent, he's quick, leaves the place clean and he's very friendly. Importantly, he listens to what we want done, recommends the best way to do things and is flexible to adjust things along the way if needed. Previously Terry has converted kitchen and dining room into one open space, built patios, screeded floors and plastered endless walls and ceilings, and we have no hesitation in recommending him to others.”
“Quite simply the best we've worked with in the trade. The craftmanship was outstanding, work-rate exemplary. The project involved a 350 year old house renovation with lots of delicate repairs, several headaches and Terry couldn't do more to help us achieve our goals. He really took time and care to understand what we were trying to do with the project, he plastered to many different uneven surfaces and came up with ingenious solutions to solve real problems. A great talent, would recommend to everyone who needs a plasterer.”
“It was a pleasure to have Terry & Will re-rendering our bungalow, professional and tidy at all times. It's nice to see that the old fashioned art of grafting with professionalism hasn't disappeared completely. Thanks Terry.”
“We are so grateful for Terry's hardwork, he single handedly skimmed five ceilings in two days. He is very professional, friendly, prompt and efficient. Thank you for your advice and for helping us update our family home. We will be in touch for phase two!”
“Excellent standard of work. Work ethic, professionalism, technical knowledge and skill are exceptional. After the initial inspection of the bedrooms Terry suggested building new window reveals and sills in the front bedrooms which transformed the overall look of the rooms. The plastering is to the highest standard; flat ceilings, alcoves and walls. I would recommend Terry to anyone who wants the best.”
“Terry is a first class tradesman, from start to finish. He is timely and tidy, and keeps you informed of the whole process, as well as texting to let you know when he is coming to work. He went above and beyond, as he had to remove a balustrade, downpipes and a trellis to access the area. These were all replaced at the end of the job. We would have no hesitation in recommending Terry for any plastering/rendering work!”
“Thoroughly recommend Terry and his team. Old fashioned grafting hasn't disappeared. All workings planned and professionally executed, very helpful and nothing was too much trouble. See you again soon for part two.”
“Superb. I picked Terry over others due to his great communication. That continued throughout the project, he was flexible as I had to time his work around others who weren't so good at communicating. He recommended certain products and ways of rendering that weren't necessarily better for him but would work better in our circumstance. Workmanship is great and he was very friendly and approachable on top. No hesitation in recommending.”

Mental health
Proudly supporting Each Mind Matters
The building trade is not known for talking about mental health. Long days and quiet vans leave plenty of time to think, and a lot of people would rather say nothing than say they are struggling.
Each Mind Matters helps people recognise the warning signs, in themselves or in someone they work next to, and points them towards free and confidential local support. We are glad to back it, and happy to be asked about it on site.
Visit eachmindmatters.co.ukHealth & safety
Certificates we hold
Site work comes with a certain amount of paperwork. Alongside the trade qualifications and the insurance, these are the health and safety courses the team keeps current:
- Abrasive Wheels Safety
- Asbestos Awareness
- CDM Regulations
- Confined Spaces Safety
- COSHH Awareness Level 2
- First Aid Awareness
- Manual Handling Safety Awareness
- Noise Awareness
- PPE Training
- Risk Assessment Training
- Safeguarding Awareness for Workers
- Slips, Trips and Falls
- Vibration Awareness
- Work Equipment (PUWER) Safety
- Working at Height Safety
Ask if you would like to see any of them before work starts.
Have a job in mind?
Speak to Terry about the work and arrange a free quotation.
