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Archives for March 2013

kitchens
Anyone recommend (or not recommend) anywhere to get a new kitchen from? Would be looking for the company to recommend the design and also to fit. Live in newtownabbey. Thanks.
Oven Repairs Belfast
I was wondering if someone could recommend an oven repairer in Belfast city centre area. I think the thermostat for the oven has gone as everything else works fine but there is no heat in the oven. Being clueless about this stuff I was also wondering what sort of money should I be paying out for someone to fix this?
wedding dress makers
hi, does anyone know of any good wedding dress makers in the belfast area? Thanks :)
Ulster Bank pensioner perks
Does anyone know if the Ulster Bank are removing some of the perks for their pensioners (free UFirst Gold account). Apparently a letter has been sent out with details but I never got one?
New CCTV or Speed Cameras Antrim Road, Belfast?
Anyone know what is happening on the Antrim Road, Belfast? (I’m not talking about the road works). Are they putting CCTV up? I don’t think they are speed cameras as there are too many. Coming form Glengormley to Belfast (the ones I can see) are at the old terminus/turning circle at the zoo, - the lights at Downview Park…
Weightwatchers NI
Hi Does anyone know if Weightwatchers NI have any offers like mainland? They can get 1st week free and no joining fee but I cant find any deals her at all. I would just like to try before I buy!:)
Northern Irish Humour
I think we have the best sense of humour in the UK. It can often be strange and we often poke fun at the darkest of subjects but I think it's part of our friendly and humorous approach to life.
Free pv Solor Panel
Hi Has anyone ever dealt with HIS Solutions?? I have had a survey done and my house is eligible to have them installed which will save me money on my electric bills. The deal is that I rent my roof for 20 years and get cheaper electric. Any opinions on this??
Valeting Service in Ballymena are?
Hi, I'm looking for a valeting service in the Ballymena area. I've found one on Railway Street called Ballymena Car Valet Service. Has anyone on here used them and if so what are they like? Alternative suggestions welcome! Thanks.
asbestos removal
Hi We have a small stone built outbuilding adjoing our home, and we would like to change the roof on it. It is currently a corrigated metal type roof, and on the original survey report (from when we bought the house 5 years ago) it does say there is a chance there may be asbestos. Can anyone recommend a company to check if…
Recommended Certified Electrician Newtownabbey / Belfast Area
Hi all, A regular lurker on these forums and decided I would sign up and ask for some help from the members. Would anyone be able to recommend a reliable certified electrician please for the Newtownabbey / Belfast area. Job would consist of installing approximately 2 new sockets in the home in the loft or under the stairs.…
Cross Border Laws
Hi All, I'm querying this on behalf of a friend who works for a company based in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The company has been in trouble as of late and is making wholesale redundancies across all sites. At present a role was opened up within the company for those taking redundancy, it was a temporary…
Free Alton Towers Tickets
So bought the sun today in the hope of free Alton Towers tickets but couldn't find the voucher? Is this regional? Why does Northern Ireland get left out AGAIN
car hire in Majorca
need to rent a car in Majorca for 11 days, anyone know good reasonable company, do not want to be told this and that is extra costs; just the full and final price. I want to pick it up and return it at Palma airport.. any advice very welcome. thanks
HMRC Coleraine or Northern Ireland
Anyone happen to have a telephone number that will get me through to HMRC in a local office in Northern Ireland. I have a general query and can not find the number applicable on their page. I would also prefer to speak to someone in NI.
Danske Bank website..rubbish
I'm having more and more problems with their website, latest is I can see my balance but not a breakdown. I have used different browsers and am aware of the Java problems, but this is regularly messing up now...anyone else?
baby vests suppliers is there any in Northern Ireland?
Hi, I have been looking for a N.I. supplier of baby vests as I do some embroiderying and want to branch out into personalised baby vests but for the life of me I can't find a local supplier can anyone help please?
MOT check for BMW
I seem to remember a thread some time ago here on garages which specialise in BMW's (other than main dealers). My 3-series diesel is due its first MOT by the end of May and I wonder if anyone can recommend a good garage specialising in BMW's to have it checked over for the MOT. It is being serviced this week by the dealer,…
Co Ownership newbie.
Hello Folks, Bit of A newbie to the forum. I want to go for Co Ownership on my own. My basic wage does not meet half the price of the house I want to go for.I earn just over 17k but do earn more per annum with overtime. Over the past 3 years overtime has consistantly taken me to 20k on average.I have the P60's to prove…
Co-ownerhip, staircasing & negative equity
Hi, I bought a house in Aug 2007 with 50% coownership share. House has now fallen to below 50% of the sale price, so I thought it might be an idea to start to staircase because I can buy the additional share at current value. However, I went to see a financial advisor who said I'd be silly to do that as I'm just buying off…

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