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Windows... where to start?
Just moved into my first property, and don’t really have anyone ‘around’ to help! I currently have sash and case and want to replace ASAP with double glazing as the place is very cold... might be a dampness or lack of insulation issue also as touched on in the HR (who would get around to look into that?). Where would I…
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Bathroom refurb quote
Based in Scotland and had following quote for bathroom refurb • Strip out existing wall and floor tiles along with plasterboard. • Renew all plasterboard to wall and install moisture grade plasterboard. • Supply and install tongue & groove multipanel boards of customers choice to walls. • Form new bath panel with matching…
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Replacing concrete patch
I have a patch of concrete/cement in front of my garage which is starting to break up and am thinking about getting it replaced. It covers s small area(2mx3m). What would a ballpark figure for cost be?
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Bathroom refit quote
Does this quote seem fair for removal of existing suite, fit new suite with furniture. Fit new thormostatic shower, remove tiles and prepare ready for new tiles to all walls, tiled bath panel, fir new ceiling system with 3 Led spotlights and 1 shower far spotlight. Products: Kaldwlewei steel enameled bath Victoria bath…
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£90 an hr for bathroom shower mixer taps
Have been quoted £90 an hr for the above. The plumber reckons it can take up to 2 hrs to fit. It seems a bit pricey for me! Thanks
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Quote to replace hinges on pvc windows
Hello, I just wanted to know a rough price on how much it would cost to replace the hinges and seals on a normal pvc double glazed window. Say 1 window that has 2 parts that open out. Standard size normal 3 bed semi detached.
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Twin sliding Door mechanism
Sorry wrong area for thread. Can anyone suggest a good sliding door mechanism please. It is for 2 internal doors. One will be the en suite and the other a small walk in wardrobe. The doorways are quite narrow and wont have a frame or arcitrave which I gather is the way for sliding doors anyway? Doesnt have to be anything…
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Quote for moving sockets
I've had a quote for £215 for some minor electrical work. This seems really good to me, but I don't actually have any idea of the going rate so want to check if it's too expense/too cheap. The work is changing 6 surface-mounted double sockets to flush-fitted, including moving 2 of them slightly, and adding a new double…
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Fair Kitchen Price?
Hi I am looking to get my kitchen and utility updated which consists of: - removing old units - moving cooker - removing tiles - re-plastering where tiles were - removing floor tiles - laying karndean - installing cabinets - installing integrated appliances - installing granite worksurfaces I have been speaking to a couple…
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Re felt a 12 x 8 garden shed
Hi I live in the South West and have been quoted £150 and £250 to refelt my shed. Both say 'good quality felt'. Any idea what is a fair quote for just refelting the roof? Nigem
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Bathroom Refit Cost
Hi all, We're getting our bathroom torn out and replaced, and I've had an estimate that I want to sense check on here. It's come in slightly higher than others but we were very impressed with the guy who came round I've put below the work schedule (I've amended it for brevity and so it isn't clearly identifiable), and this…
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Average cost of complete bathroom renovation?
I got a quote from one of the national DIY chains for a complete renovation of a small (2m x 2m) bathroom. The cost of labour was £5,000 - I know these chains are more expensive than using an independent fitter, but I wanted to find out how much of a difference there is? The work to be done is: * new suite inc. replace…
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Is my bolier quote fair?
Hi - Seasonal curse hits knocking out our boiler. No real time/availability of gas engineers to get multiple quotes to compare, so thought you guys might be able to help? So, does circa £3300 sound about right for installing a 30kw Ideal 'system' boiler with 10 year guarantee? Associated work included around installing a…
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Architects fees for house remodel
I want to gauge the quote my architect has just given me by asking advice in here. I've used the search feature and it seems there are some helpful people here within this sector. My intention is to convert a 200sqm bungalow into a modestly contemporary large home of around 300sqm including large loft conversion. I've…
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New felt for garage roof
Quote is for over £1000 which seems a bit much! What would you expect?
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Guttering/fascias
Hi All, Does a quote of £750 for guttering, downpipes and fascias (no soffits) to a bungalow sound ok? The total length is 30m. Thanks.
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Fence quotes - massive difference, not sure if too cheap/expensive?
I received two quotes for replacing a fence with a standard 6ft timber slat fence, 8 metres long. I've been quoted £45 per metre (£360) from one company and £650 from another for single slats and £60 per metre (£480) and £820 for double slats (slats on both sides). The expensive quote includes removal of the old fence and…
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Double Glazing Quote
Hi, My OH and I moved into our house a few months ago and are looking to replace the double glazing as we can see daylight around a number of the frames and can feel the draft... However we have no idea how to judge whether the following price is fair. Nor is haggling something that comes naturally to either. We have…
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Flat Roof Replacement
Hi,we have a flat roof of about 30 sq meters on a sun room that needs replacing. We've been quoted £4,000 + VAT to replace the roof, which includes insulating it, cross battening and some ventilation work. It also includes removal and replacement of a row of tiles on the pitched roof that closely overhangs the flat roof…
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Lime rendering (roughcast) and limewashing
Hi folks, I've had a quote today for doing several things to my house which is a two storey traditional cottage in West Wales. Removing old cement render from facings and joints and replacing with lime render £4100 Applying 75 square metres of roughcast £7200 Applying 75 square metres of limewash (5 coats) £4100 Plastering…
