About David Crawford | DBS/CRB

David Crawford, Bedford Handyman has over 25 years experience of property renovation and handyman jobs and handyman services, having renovated his first house at the age of 21!

Before you engage a Handyman ensure they have business insurance.  David’s Business Insurance for thismancan.co.uk can be found through this link.  Certificate of Insurance (simplybusiness.co.uk)

Project Management

David has a PRINCE2 qualification.  As a Project Manager he is used to managing complex tasks and schedules.  David has also had regular Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks (formerly known as an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check).  These are the checks undertaken for those professionals working with children and vulnerable people.

Background Professional Qualifications

David Crawford has an Honours Degree in Education.  David is a professionally qualified teacher and youth worker and is at home working in educational settings, care homes and similar settings.  David understands the working day, constraints and protocols of such settings.

Previous Experience and Employment

David spent many years employed by Local Education Authorities.  Most recently as a Policy Officer and Adviser for Children’s Services.  David has always had an interest in, and enjoyed undertaking property maintenance, renovation and handyman activities as a hobby, before finally turning this into his main interest and occupation.