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Cellar Problems
Hi, I've got a damp cellar, and need a rough idea of what it would cost to put it right. Water only penetrates through one wall, and this is mainly around the points where the water and gas pipes enter the house. So I'm getting a couple of quotes soon for the follwing work. : Digging out around wall exterior, approx 4m…
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Replacement combi boiler
We've just had a quote from Northern Gas Heating for replacing our troublesome and very inefficent old Alpha combi boiler. Supply and fit Glowworm flexi 30 KW Combi 5 x TRV's 1 x new radiator (for bedroom) + pipework System flush & comission bonding to gas pipe and water pipe Thermostat and controller 5 year Parts and…
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B&Q kitchen or Howdens or another? What fitters? Problems! Pric
B&Q kitchen or Howdens or another? What fitters? Problems! Prices? We had a kitchen design done at B&Q. We ourselves improved the design because we wanted more drawer units and a symmetrical look each side of the cooker. We ordered our kitchen from them last November with a delivery date in December. The kitchen without…
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Double story extension
Hi I have been given a quote of 65K for a double story extension: roughly 3mx7m out to the back and side and a small 2.2x2.5m onto side of house. the quote was to include knocking down a wooden lean to, knocking through an interior and exterior wall, electrics, plumbing, and fitting a kitchen, new bathroom and downstair…
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Roof help please
I recently had some repairs to the roof. There were misaligned tiles, felt replaced in sections. It cost me £2200. A couple of tiles were missed and the roofers came back on Monday to fix them. Yesterday I received an email with photos telling me the battens had wet rot and it would be dangerous to fix. I had been told…
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Electric shower
I want an electric shower fitted, is it a plumber or electrician I need. thanks
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Replacing a built-in oven and hob
We have a built in oven and hob (oven - electric/hob-gas). How much would it cost to fit a new one built in one? Also if we went for a slot in dual fuel cooker instead how much would that cost, as obviously the worktop would need to be cut to fit it? Live in Norfolk.
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double front doors
anyone know whats the going rate for a double set of front doors 1500w x 2400h which includes 2 small rectangular windows above each door. pvc composite or hardwood
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Replacing Combi Boiler
I have been quoted £1500 to remove existing combi and replace with a Baxi Duo Tec 33, this includes flue-kit, outside drain, 1 litre inhibitor and registration of installation (does not include flushing as prob not necessary?) I can source this boiler and flue for just under £800 through web based supplier. Does this quote…
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Is this a fair Double Glazing Quote?
Hi, Just had a quote from one of the big DG companies, and wondered if it was about right? They have quoted £3500 for the following Windows :- 2 x 1500 x 1100 with two openers 2 x 1100 x 1150 with two openers 1 x 1100 x 1300 with two openers 1 x 650 x 700 single opener 1 x 650 x 700 fixed 2 x 600 x 700 single opener…
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Quote didnt mention VAT, final bill does??
Hi We've just had our loft insulated and cvity wall insulation put it by the same company nad looking for advise on the final bill. We've got a hand written quote for: Loft £199, Cavity Wall £150. As it was the cheapest, we went ahead and had it done. Now we've had the invoice through and it says: Loft = £189.52 Cavity…
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Renovating conservatory quote
At the moment we have an 8m x 2.3m lean to conservatory with low brick walls, single-glazing and basically a glorified clingfilm roof! We're wanting to keep the existing walls, change the windows to double glaze it, put in some french double doors (there's a single glass door at the moment), change the roof to polycarb…
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Very small extension costings
Hi, I'm looking to get some guidance as to how much a small extension to a kitchen might cost. We would be looking to extend on one side by about 1.5 to 2 metres - plus new pitched roof. Any advice would be gratefully recieved. Thank You
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Deposit in advance ?
Hi, i have been getting a couple of quotes to re-furbish an en suite,my favoured guy whants a 50% deposit before starting the job is this normal practice or taking the michael ? any advice thanks
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radiator valves - cost to replace?
Hi, I need to replace 2 radiator valves: I bought 2 Drayton TRV4 for £18 each online, but don't know what would be a fair price to pay a plumber to fit them for me, bearing in mind I am supplying the valves. Does anyone know please? A plumber has quoted £40 for each, just labour, but it seems to me such a small and quick…
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Composite Door in Inverclyde
I've been quoted £350 inc VATfor installation of a 6 panelled composite door which includes any top boxes or side panels and the cost of a 'full survey' and removal of any old door or debris. Is this a good price or is this expensive? So far the price of the door with the spyhole and letterbox is coming in roughly at £500…
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Garage flat roof replacement
Last year, I got a few quotes for replacing the corrugated cemented roof over my attached garage on my semi-detatched house. It's 5m x 2.5m. It was explained to them that the garage was going to be used as a dry workshop. One quote was £1500 inc VAT and another £1625 plus VAT. I asked a third building company to match the…
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Quotes for new roof - WWYD??
We have recently had a number of quotes to get a new roof, and they have all come in at reasonably different price points and we are unsure which quote to go for. We do have the money to pay for this, but we have a bit of uncertainty job wise at the moment as my husband works for Citi and there are rumours that they may be…
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Refitting bathroom
Our tiny en-suite is falling apart, literally! We need a new shower, loo and sink and ideally want fitted furniture to provide much needed storage and a contemporary look We've had quotes for the furniture/tiling/sanitary wear alone at £1600 - £2100 plus £1500 for labour costs (5 days work). Is this a fair price? Our other…
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Deposit To set a fitting Date?
Hello Out there, I am a new to the forum experience but have been following Martin's advice for years. Now I am wondering if you could help me? I am a small business owner in the yorkshire area, I manufacture & install kitchens and bedrooms. Firstly I would be happy to help anyone with a quotation and work questions but my…
