This was my first time using Daymans DIY, and wow what incredible service. Ordered some logs and coal on Saturday morning and it was delivered within a couple of hours!! to say this exceeded my expe... See more
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A lovely local shop (the best in Leicester) caters for all your DIY & Gardening needs with a wide range of products at a reasonable price. The staff are friendly, professional and willing to help you,... See more
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I needed varnish for a couple of small jobs and going to a big hardware shop and looking round is not an option. How easy is it to look on Daymans website, find what I need, place my order on line and... See more
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I love this shop. The customer service is old school, just the way it should be. Seriously, support this lovely local retailer as much as possible. Both in person and online services are tip top.... See more
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Daymans DIY is a family run DIY and hardware store which has been based in the heart of Leicester since 1928. Our business has been handed down through generations of our family. Founded by William Edward Dayman in 1928 on the same road that we are based today. The shop is currently ran by Steve Dayman (3rd generation) & son Adam Dayman (4th generation). Excellent personal customer service is at the heart of our business and we always have the kettle on and a hot cup of tea for anyone who comes to our store. Whether its to have a brew whilst they wait for their order or to have a browse around the shop. Many of our customers have become friends over the years and we know them by name as they know us. Our shop is an Aladdin's cave of DIY and hardware including: Tools, Paint, Electrical, Building Materials, Plumbing, Garden Materials and more. We currently have over 5000 products on our website which is constantly growing. Our website and customer service are managed solely in house to offer the best service possible. We offer a number of bespoke services such as bespoke builds and free timber cutting.
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Well packaged
Well packaged, need to improve on delivery unable to track my parcel plus delivery time?
September 10, 2025
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Thanks so much for your review, Each item is sent out tracked and the tracking number should transfer automatically so I apologise this didn't happen for you but rest assured if you order again this will happen. Thank you for supporting our family business we really appreciate it.
Friendly prompt delivery and good…
Friendly prompt delivery and good quality plants.
September 4, 2025
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Brilliant place for your DIY
Brilliant place for your DIY, gardening etc. Delivery service very quick. Staff are brilliant, freindly and helpful.
August 9, 2025
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Excellent service
Excellent service. Pleasure to deal with. Will definitely shop with them again. Many thanks.
July 29, 2025
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Best hardware store in Leicester
From my experience, this is the best hardware shop in Leicester. Staff are friendly, helpful and knowledgable. Decent prices and good stock. Highly recommended.
July 31, 2025
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Absolutely brilliant
Absolutely brilliant. I sent an email with what I was looking to have made and received a quote literally within the hour.
I was happy so placed the order and the item was delivered the following morning. It was exactly what I wanted and had been made extremely well.
So ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review from me.
Thank you 🙏
July 16, 2025
Reply from Daymans DIY
Thank you so much for your review Sue we are so pleased you were happy with our service :)
Very reasonably priced MDF boards
Very reasonably priced MDF boards, in the quantity i needed and dispatched quickly and efficiently. An excellent service.
July 8, 2025
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Very easy to order on the web page and…
Very easy to order on the web page and delivery is very quick too
July 12, 2025
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Perfect bolts for the job
Needed to replace bolts in a garden bench. Perfect for the job. Good price too.
June 30, 2025
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Great service and good communication.
Great service and good communication.
Very helpful and delivered my order promptly.
July 2, 2025
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A pleasure to buy from this company
A pleasure to buy from this company. Great communication and quick delivery of items.
July 1, 2025
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Royal Mail lost our delivery - but excellent customer service
The Royal Mail lost our delivery, but the company couldn't have been more helpful when I got in contact, sending out a replacement order asap and keeping me updated on its progress. 5*s for great customer service.
June 19, 2025
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Thank you so much for your review we are really pleased we could get your parcel to you and thank you for your understanding :)
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Great delivery service
June 17, 2025
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A very straightforward purchase with a…
A very straightforward purchase with a family type welcome super efficient transaction and quick delivery time ,pleased with my purchase.
June 3, 2025
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Daymans are the best
Very good prices and quick delivery by super drivers. I will definately buy again. Thank you.
May 24, 2025
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Use Daymans delivery services regularly…
Use Daymans delivery services regularly for compost and manure. Arrives promptly, same day or next day, it’s free over £25 and the driver does all the lifting . Highly recommended 😁
May 16, 2025
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