Local Businesses you can trust.

Below are links to local businesses that I can personally vouch for. They are ethical and they do not have any financial link to myself (Wilf Archer) or to Westfield Community Council. It is sometimes a gamble when calling in a service for the first time so I have added this page to give due credit to those local businesses that I have dealt with and whom I have found totally trustworthy. I have no hesitation in making a personal referral to these businesses. All of these business will give you a free consultation and none of them will hassle you, Spam you or put you under any pressure to buy.  Over the year I will introduce some examples of their services into the Blog.  That way you can make a valued comment on the quality of their service, if you happen to use them.  I rate these people very highly.

If you wish to contact them direct then please mention the Westfield Blog or ask for a personal referral from me by sending an email to admin@mindskills.co.uk .

Will Services – If you do nothing else over the next year at least make sure the government can’t get their hands on your money or property when you die. Tony Laduss of Estate Planning Consultants (Legal Services Network) is absolutely brilliant and will do his level best to ensure that your children’s inheritance is protected. Tel: 07909940993    Tony has written a featured article this month.  

Cartoon Artist – Looking for something different for your wedding or presentation?  Then have a look at Jim Barker’s website.  For Scottish cartoons, event cartooning, conference cartooning, cartoon workshops visit  http://www.cartoonise.com  or give him a call on 01324 638888. 

House Sales – Looking to buy or sell your house then Mandy Collins of REMAX is an excellent choice. Website: http://www.remax-realestate-cumbernauld.co.uk  Tel: 01236 732532

Fire Risk Assessments – Every business, shop or rental property needs a Fire Risk Assessment and the best in the area, by far, is Marc Pawson’s team at Alpha Fire Risk Consultants. Website: http://www.alphafrc.co.uk Tel: 01236 727763

Printing and Copying – For a rapid turn around and a quality product at a great price give Vicki O’Hare a call at Athena Design and Print. Website: http://www.athenaprint.com Tel: 0141 781 0007

Graphic Design – Want to stand out from the crowd, Looking for Visual Impact, Logos or any Graphic design work then Karen Connal of ConalMac Design has the edge. Website: http://www.connalmac.com Tel: 0141 578 6928

Utilities Broker – We all pay far too much for gas, telephone, broadband and electricity (Commercial or Domestic). If you want to save money and cut your utilities bills, contact Jim Morrison of Carmor Utilities. Website: http://www.phonejim.co.uk Tel: 01324 872097

Signs and Banners – For all advertising signage then give Atilla Sabir a call. Tel: 07786942424

Chartered Accountants – For business advice and accounts you should contact Brian Wright of FBD Consultancy Ltd. Brian is a wiz with money matters. Website: http://www.fbdconsultancy.co.uk Tel: 01236739280

Mortgage Loans and Finance – Mortgage Advisors often get a bad name for themselves. Alan Houliston is different. He is ace at getting you the right loan for your needs. Website: http://www.hendersonstone.co.uk Tel: 07870602017

Business Coaching – If you need to improve business profits or are at a loss for what to do next then I have no hesitation in recommending David Spooner your local Action Coach. Website: http://actioncoach.com/davidspooner Tel: 07842889109

Property Lets – If you or your family want to Let property in Glasgow then there is nothing more important than a good letting company that you can trust. Heather Mortimer of N & L Properties stands out from the rest. Tel: 0141 771 1883

Chartered Surveyors – Buying property then make sure it is sound. A good surveyor is worth their weight in gold and Duncan Reid of WFS Chartered Surveyors is a good surveyor. Tel: 07766074592

Computer Support and Servicing – Good reliable computer support is like having a good doctor. One of the best in the business is Sam Walker of Scot Computers. Website: http://www.scotcomputers.co.uk Tel: 01236 873488

Financial Management – For Independent Financial Advice such as pensions, savings and investments then honesty always pays. Scott Mochar of One Financial Management is an absolute must for honest and pertinent advice. Tel: 07736289899

Human Resource Management – In our modern litigious world personnel management can be a nightmare. If you need personnel advice and support then call Annette Hogg of Partners in People. Website: http://www.partnersinpeople.co.uk Tel: 01415785895

Coffee Machines – A family run business providing great tasting coffee at a fraction of the cost and effort. Ideal business or charity solution for saving time and money. Web: http://www.proppacoffee.co.uk Tel: 01786 446891

Web Design and Build – If you need a professional website designed then these guys are the best. http://www.objectiveassociates.co.uk Tel: 08702416585

This page has been compiled from the personal ‘Business 2 Business’ and ‘Business 2 Consumer’ contacts of Wilf Archer http://www.mindskills.co.uk and member of Westfield Community Council. For details of any of the above businesses please feel free to contact Wilf on admin@mindskills.co.uk