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Archives for February 2012

Quote from maintenance man relating to shower issue in privately rented property
Hi, I'm hoping for assistance with an issue I'm having with my landlord and his maintenance man. Previously, I've reported any issues with the property to the maintenance man and he's attended to fix the problem without issue. A couple of weeks ago, however, I notified the maintenance man that there was a leak coming from…
Conveyancing Quote (Urgent)
dear all, Does the below quote seem reasonable for conveyancing in SE London? I am a FTB. This solicitor has good reviews from a local mums group. I write to confirm the estimate of my firms charges for acting on your behalf and which would be payable on or before completion. This is an indication of charges on the basis…
cost of fitting a double garage door!!
I need to replace my old gargae door. I bought a new double, electric door and I have been quoted £420 for fitting!!is that normal as I thought it is a bit steep?I live in the west midlands
Replacement boiler
We have been informed we need a new boiler as the current one will not pass a gas cert. After getting a second opinion, we have had a quote for £2600 for a replacement (not combi). so was wondering if this quote is about the going rate or not? Any help will be much appreciated. Thanks in advance
Conservatory Quotes!
Looking to put a 2 sided conservatory on the back of our L-shaped house - 5 metre width x 2.6 metre deep. Quotes are varied for the similar specification: Dwarf wall One set of french doors Floor - concrete screed Electrics - 2 double sockets Heating - one quoted for radiator off current system (with cut off to avoid…
New internal door to garage?
Modern house, integral garage. Approx how much to knock through from hallway & put in a door? Would be really useful to have access to garage from the house. Thank you.
Feather edge fencing quote
We have just been given a quote for replacing our fencing, and just want to know if it's reasonable. It's 16 metres long, at 1.8m high with a gate to be installed, plus 7 metres at 90cm high - all to be capped. They will be putting new posts in. Also included in the quote is the removal and disposal of the old fencing.…
B+Q Bathroom Quote
Hi, We've been given a quote from B+Q for fitting a new bathroom: £1,690 for suite etc and £2,452 for fitting. We're having new bath, wc, and sink with shower over bath. Also tiling around bath and shower. The bathroom is 2m x 1.7m and everything is going in the same place. Does this sound reasonable? Also does anyone know…
security cameras
a neighbour's house was broken into recently & they got in through my garden while I was in. I didn't see/hear anything, and its left me feeling very vulnerable. Its the first break-in in the area for some time, though we do have problems with anti-social behaviour from youths, and some nearby pensioners have been the…
Builder overcharging?
Hello I recently was in the pub talking to a 'friend' about building a stud wall. The wall was to be 8.5 metres long with a doorway. He said he would be able to build it for me and that I should pay him about £150 for labour if I supplied the materials. I agreed and he has now built the wall and done a pretty good job of…
What is good to add to the internal renovation contract?
It appeared to be almost impossible to find a template of proper contract with builder which is not written in builder's interests. I would be glad to be proven wrong by the way. So, what kind of clauses is it good to include into the contract with the builder?
Cost of new sink & fitting
Hiya Our kitchen sink which fits into the sideboard really could do with replacing, the plastic piping underneath leaks and also the taps are rubbish as our water is hard and also the little side sink has no seal around the plug now. I was wondering though how much we are looking at a new one and fitting? Also where can I…
Central heating quote - is it reasonable?
Hello all, I received the quote below from a local heating engineer. I'm very new to this and would appreciate some advice. The quote is to completely overhaul existing system (over 35 years old!) and replace with a new megaflow system. House is 4 bed, 2 bath, 12 rads. Many thanks! "Isolate cold water storage tank,heating…
B&Q Kitchen Quote
Hi there, I’ve been given a quote for a kitchen by B&Q. The kitchen itself is three and a half grand but the installation is over seven (although this does include a new ring main). Does this seem fair to you guys? I know an independent tradesman would be better value so I am also looking for any suggestions on how to find…
Patio, fence & decking is this about right?
Having some garden work done have got several qoutes realising that landscape gardeners charge a lot and also that some people dont have a clue and things dont seem right so gone down the middle with this qoute but does it sound right to you. I am pretty happy with the fence and the patio as we had 3 qoutes for that but…
Too expensive for cheap carpet?
We're having 3 rooms recarpeted. We've had a quote from a local firm for a polypropylene carpet (Headlam Tibet Heather), which seems pretty thin to us. Quote of £600 includes the carpet, underlay, fitting, moving furniture and removal of old carpet. Rooms are: 3.5m * 4.5m 2m * 3.7m 1.3m * 4.25m Does this seem fair? I have…
Gas Boiler replacement quote
Sorry, yet another one - I recently had a BG quote - Worcester Bosch 18Ri High - £690 Vertical Flue Terminal -£261 Replacement boiler installation - £1207 pitched roof flashing kit - £194 connect boiler electrics and test - £190 Sub Total - £1852 pair 45' flue elbows (x1) - £131 Flue pipe extension (x3) - £247 install…
Fitting of engineered wood flooring - is this quote fair?
Had 2 quotes one with fitter supplying everything, the 2nd me supplying and fitter fitting. I am taking up existing flooring for both and both fitter's are taking off skirting. There is 31 square metres to be laid in total. 1 - £2,788.32 inc vat Supply and fit engineered oak flooring to living room and entrance hall,…
Bathroom Quote
Hello, I am looking at getting my bathroom done. I have had a quote from a fitter that has been recommended to me and I am wondering if this sounds right. To be honest, this is the first time I have had a bathroom done so I have no idea what it should cost or how long it should take. My bathroom is not the largest, 2m x…
Plumber to replace one radiator
Need a plumber to take off the old radiator, then after the room has been replastered to put a new one up. The new radiator should be the same (or very similar) size. Any rough estimates for how much this will cost? Want to know before we get quotes, because if prohibitively expensive then we'll just leave the old…

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