-
1930s internal doors URGENT
Hi, I am having building work done on my home and have been trying to source original 1920-30s 4 panel doors (1 panel top, 3 below). I need to get some as soon as possible as we will be fitting door frames soon. I have tried the usual reclamation companies in Belfast, Armagh, Derry but I am having very little luck. Ideally…
-
Cross border roaming charges
I live in NI and will be spending a few days in thr Rep of Ireland. My network is Vodafone. Can anyone advise me what way roaming charges work especially if I'm calling back to NI and calling another Vodafone number
-
Buying NIHE flat
Hi, would appreciate a bit of advice , tyia. i currently rent a flat from NIHE , im very happy there and the rent is very reasonable. I am concerned about home security , i dont believe my current agreement is a secure home for the next 20+ years. IE Govt may decide to raise rents in line with private or sell to private or…
-
Fixing the NI Economy
Hi All, As the debate on Scottish independence rages on with the economic element likely to be the most significant factor, it's interesting to note that many in England are now questioning if they want Scotland at all. More worryingly if they look across the Irish sea at NI really serious questions may begin to be asked.…
-
good to see our taxes going to those in need
that is Drug Smugglers http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-28674917 Convicted drug smugglers Michaella McCollum and Melissa Reid are to be transferred from Peru to jails in the UK, the BBC understands.
-
Sale Agreed price after survey
When someone gets a buildings survey done on a house, where the surveyor states in the finished survey the estimated cost of fixing something he has discovered, how do I use this to attempt to negotiate down the sale agreed price? Assuming something is discovered which I would not have noticed since I'm not a builder or a…
-
Paint Exchanges in/near Belfast???
Happened to see Kirsti's Fill Your House For Free programme yesterday. She mentioned places called paint exchanges where appearently low cost house paint can be obtained. I have not heard of paint exchanges before, and so was wondering if there are any in or around Belfast? Thanks. :)
-
Retirement planning- IFA
Looking for a good IFA / pension advisor. I am esp. interested in retirement planning Any recommendations or thoughts Thanks
-
which solar company?
can anyone recommend a competitive solar company to use to solar panel installation?
-
Weekend Breaks
Hi All, Does anyone have any recommendations for relaxing and inexpensive weekend breaks away? I'm just looking to get out of Belfast next weekend to recharge the batteries. Thanks in advance.
-
Whats the job market like in Belfast?
Whats your experience of the job market in Belfast at the minute? im wanting to leave my job but wondering how hard or easy is it to get a job in admin atm? ive been working in a call centre for the past 5 and a half years and know id have to take a pay cut as my qualifications are not related to admin work. also is admin…
-
KES Solar or install own
http://www.kesltd.net/ Hey - just wondering if anyone has used http://www.kesltd.net/ Or would I be better paying for solar panels outright? Difficult decision ..
-
Travel agent
Can anyone recommend a good, reliable, experienced Travel Agent or a particular member of staff in a good Agency, whose main interest is not just how much commission they can make out of you. On this occasion I prefer to have the financial back up which is not generally there when you book flights, accommodation etc…
-
650x600mm waste (manhole) cover?
Hi folks, All the manhole covers in my drive are 650x600 mm and I need a new one, but seems hard to get as I tried with local builder and he only has smaller sizes for example 600x 450 or 600x600 mm. Just wondering if you know where to get the one I want 650x600mm with an edge on it to fit into existing tray? I was…
-
That's not my anthem..
So Paddy Barnes did well winning Gold for NI, what should it be?
-
Driving Ban
Asking this for someone who has been very stupid. If you get a driving ban in Southern Ireland does it apply in Northern Ireland? Know there was talk of this being introduced but not sure if it has yet.
-
Where to find a house
Do all Estate Agents in Northern Ireland use either propertynews.com or propertypal.com? Does anyone know of any that do not use either site? I am a home seeker trying to find out if there are houses slipping my net that I do not know about. Hillsborough, Lisburn, Drumbo, Ballylesson, Carryduff area. Thanks
-
Parking ticket - disabled driver
A member of my family recently got a parking ticket for not displaying a ticket in a pay and display car park (code 83). She is a disabled driver and she thought that she didn't have to pay as it was a small car park beside shops which she thought was classed 'on street'. The guidance she received with her badge says that…
-
Coming to a park near you in Northern Ireland
http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/local-national/northern-ireland/caucasian-shepherd-dogs-bred-for-hunting-russian-bears-go-on-sale-in-northern-ireland-for-first-time-30469300.html OMG :eek::eek::eek: Lets hope someone sees sense and these dogs are either banned or licensed in some way..... I know they no doubt have…
