Our Story
About Curtis and Carder
A proud family run business working from the heart of Oxfordshire since 1982.
Mission & History
Not Just a Business,
It's a Family Trade
Curtis and Carder Services Ltd are a proud family run business working from the heart of Oxfordshire.
The company was founded by Alan Carder and Tim Curtis over 30 years ago in 1982. The pair tossed a 50 pence piece to decide whose name would go first and, after best out of three, Tim won and Curtis and Carder was born!
We really do pride ourselves on being a family business, with Michael Carder as the Managing Director, his younger brother Graham Carder is the Servicing Manager and their older brother Stuart Carder is the company's Estimator. Not to mention Michael's wife, Lorraine Carder, works in the invoicing department — it truly is a family affair.
As of 2024, we employ 36 people and have 28 vans on the road, carrying out all manner of plumbing, heating and servicing works across Oxfordshire and 3 neighbouring counties.
Our Journey
Over 40 Years of History
1982
Founded by Alan Carder and Tim Curtis. They tossed a 50p coin to decide whose name would go first — Tim won best of three, and Curtis and Carder was born.
1988
The company outgrew its shed office and moved to a purpose-built single garage in Alan Carder's back garden, allowing for more storage and staff.
1996
Moved to much larger premises — a barn conversion in Hardwick, where the company continues to operate from to this day.
2007
Became a limited company, officially becoming Curtis and Carder Services Ltd.
2013
Tim Curtis stepped back and Alan Carder took full ownership of the company.
2020
Michael Carder took over as Managing Director, continuing the family legacy.
2024
Employing 36 people with 28 vans on the road, covering Oxfordshire and 3 neighbouring counties.
The Fleet
Through The Years
From a handful of vans in the early days to today's modern fleet — some things never change, especially the white paint and the family pride.
The original fleet and crew — a handful of vans and a lot of hard work.
Five vans lined up at the yard — the Curtis and Carder livery from day one.
The fleet grows as word spreads across Bicester and Oxfordshire.
Parked up outside the Hardwick yard — heating, plumbing and warm air heaters.
The fleet takes shape with a mix of estates and transit vans on the road.
The modern fleet — 28 vans on the road, covering Oxfordshire and beyond.
The People
Our Team
Michael Carder
Managing Director
Alan Carder
Director
Graham Carder
Servicing Manager
Stuart Carder
Estimator
Peter Haley
Large Works Manager
Jeanette Lowe
Receptionist / Administrator
Paul George
Office Manager / Credit Controller
Evey Carder
Administrator
Andrew Stirrat
Engineer
Lorraine Carder
Invoicing
Amanda Richardson
Invoicing
Kim Leach
Servicing Co-Ordinator
Ready to Work With Us?
Whether it's a boiler service, a new heating system, or a complete plumbing installation — we're here to help.
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