Each quarter, we interview one of our clients to get an insight into their business. This round, we spoke to Darren Buckley of DJ Buckley Builders Pty Ltd.

When did your business commence?

We started in 2003 as a sole trader organisation, employing only one apprentice, with D J Buckley Builders Pty Ltd being formed in June 2005. The business has grown from a two man team to now having over 10 staff, and in July 2011 DSB Joinery was purchased.

What does your business do?

D J Buckley Builders is a Toowoomba based company, however it carries out a large range of building needs to fulfill the dreams of our clients, whether it be commercial or domestic. We take pride in being a very personal business and take the opportunity to make every house, renovation or even tiny extension unique.

DSB Joinery specialises in handcrafted timber work including timber doors and windows, specialty timber work, door and window hardware, supply, delivery and installation. Our aim is to design and produce timber based joinery products to suit the specific needs and requirements of our valued customers.

What makes your business successful?

Both businesses try to work one on one with all clients, which seems to be the success of the business.

What has been your biggest achievement to date?

D J Buckley Builders won a Master Builders award in 2005 for Craftsman to be Commended and, in 2013, won two Master Builders awards, for renovations and extensions over $576,000 and best bathroom for Downs and Western Region.

What is one piece of advice you would give to someone starting up a business?

Starting a new business is always a challenge; however our best advice for anyone starting out in a new business would be to never underestimate the power of word of mouth.

How do you relax from the pressures of being in business?

As pressures always arise when being in business, I take any opportunity I can to make time for family and friends, and a run to Tambo with four mates to oversee agistment of our cattle.

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