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Archives for September 2011

Building Surveyors East Belfast
Hi all We need a home survey done on a property and are looking for a good chartered surveyor. We have been quoted £360 by a couple and told this is the going rate. Can anyone give me any recommendations in East Belfast and a rough idea of how much this should cost? Thanks
Has anyone bought a multi fuel stove in Ballymena?
I am at the 'looking' stage. So I thought I would see if anyone else has bought/installed one to see what they think. I have been into three different business's in Ballymena area asking about multi-fuel stoves, and am waiting on quotes. I want to be able to burn coal/peat/wood to warm the water and 12 radiators. I want…
Funderland - entry charge
Was thinking about taking DD (5) to funderland. thought that 8.95 wasnt too bad for unlimited rides. BUT when I looked at website its 2 pounds each to get in if you dont buy wristband. Didnt fancy taking her myself so an extra 4 pounds for me and DH to go. Dont think I will bother now. or does anyone know if you have to…
Charged for taking out Euros from a N.I. Machine
Hi All, I have just notice that Halifax have charged me £1.50 for using an ATM in Belfast because it dispenced Euro's (First Trust). So not only was I hit by a poor exchange rate from one bank I've now been hit by my own bank for using the ATM even though it isn't in a different country. Is this right? Seems a bit unfair…
Work Christmas dinner 2011 suggestions
Hi all, This task has fallen to me this year. Anybody have suggestions or good previous experiences- in and around the Belfast area? Thanks!!
DCI Energy
Anybody used these clowns , DCI Energy in Carrickfergus to get cavity wall insulation fitted. Personally I have found them to be very unprofessional and incompetent. The insulation was fitted 2 weeks ago and it still hasnt been sorted properly. They covered up 2 vents that I specifically asked to remain open. They seem to…
NIE off peak times
Hi All Anyone know at what time is off peak rates for the leccy? The NIE website tariffs is very confusing. I am on the standard rate and pay by DD. Also can anyone tell me how much of a discount is offpeak rate? Thanks Wonky
Early bird dinner on a Friday?
Hi Guys, don`t often have the chance but going to catch an early dinner tomorrow in belfast, anyone know any good deals early evening? Many thanks.....
Indoor Market/ Car Boot Ballymena
There will be a new in door market starting in Ballymena in the near future. Spaces Available. All inqueries PM
Car Hire Belfast International
Looking for carhire for 5 days, 4 doors 5 passengers. Any suggestions of the least expensive options from the airport?
Teeth in a day
I need a complete set of upper teeth but as I cannot wear dentures I would need the dental implants to be inserted in one day. I would be open to go anywhere in the UK or Ireland. Has anyone ever underwent this type of procedure? If so, would you recommend the practice you attended?
Handyman - East Belfast
Can anyone recommend a handyman in East Belfast? Looking to get a plastic bath panel put on.
The New Health Lottery
Anyone else notice that new health lottery is not available in NI ,anyone know the reason why not?.
£29 for full gas boiler service
Just incase anyone in the Belfast area interested in this deal. www.graboneni.co.uk (very like groupon) Completed by APH Services - normal price is £65 i
Slurry Spreading!
Hello! Is there any way for the non-farmers amongst us to find out when farmers are going to spread slurry??? I heard somewhere before that there are times of the year when they are not allowed to spread it - or that if they have surplus then they can get special permission to get rid of it over their fields. For the 3rd…
Photowalk - Saturday 1st October - Peace bridge, Derry
Hi, taking part in the Scott Kelby organised World Wide Photowalk on Saturday 1st October. Walk starts at 10am, Browning drive entrance to the Peace Bridge, in Derry. The photowalk is a free event for all levels of photographers, so if you've a point & shoot, mobile photo or digital SLR, you're more than welcome to come…
Speed Limit Query
Hi All, What's the speed limit when leaving Belfast and just prior to hitting the M1? I was doing 50 MPH on this road yesterday and everybody seemed to be overtaking me. Thanks in advance.
Dim Sum in Belfast ?
Just wondering if anyone can recommend a good Dim Sum chinese in Belfast. I used to travel to Manchester quite often and loved the Dim Sum, especially in the Little Yang Sing. Anyway those days are gone and I feel the need for some Siu Mai and Har Gau. Any recommendations ? Also any time restrictions on when they serve it ?
Pay meter or quarterly bill
I'm considering having an electricty pay meter put in and pay as I use rather than my usual monthly DD which is currently 90 quid but expecting it to rise sharply. Are there any advantages to this ? also is Airtricity still the all singing all dancing competitor to NIE as they claimed they would be ? Thanks !
Anyone got a discount at Optilaise in Belfast?
I had gone for a consultation a few weeks back and now they've offered me 20% off laser eye surgery, which I really REALLY want. I'm thinking if they are offering 20% off they may go a bit lower and it's far from cheap (but cheaper than contacts in the longrun). Was just wondering if anyone had bartered with them…

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