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Rebuild front porch
The front porch on my house is obviously a DIY job. It's approx. 2.6m wide x 1m deep. Block-work low walls, windows above on all 3 sides, then tiled pitched roof. I had the PVC windows and front door replaced about 5 years ago. The trouble is, the foundations are no good and sink in dry weather. the block-work isn't tied…
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structural engineer's quote
We obtained planning permission to extend the lower ground floor by 2 metres across the back of the house. The extension will be 2x8 meters approx. I asked a local structural engineer who already has the plans for my house as he did some calculations for the previous owners and he came back with £4000 + VAT :eek: Am I…
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Sash window keys replacement
I recently moved out of a rented property and during my time there lost the keys to the sash windows. The letting agents want to replace the locks (instead of buying new keys) and are claiming they've been quoted £418 to do this. Does anyone know how much it should cost to replace the locks for sash windows? This quote…
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Structural wall removal
I've been quoted £2200 to remove a 3m structural wall (nearly 60cm thick) and installation of 3 steel Joists Inc padstones and plasterboarding. Is this a fair price? Seems about right but I guess it's just wishful thinking hoping it was less.
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Electrical quote
Suppy and fit 12 way RCD 18th edition with surge protection Supply and fit earth spike for bonding Supply and fit earth for gas and water bonding £572.00 This is a quote my mum has been give. Thanks for any advice.
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Benchmarx kitchen quote
I have a quote from benchmarx for my small kitchen. Is this a fair price? Can anyone help me understand please? Tia. 476512 Gloss White 3m Modern Cornice / Pelmet LGLMOD 3 EA £95.97 487522 Gloss White 2.5m Continuous Plinth KGWCPV 2 EA £118.18 180271 Eton Gloss White 18mm Decor Base End / Worktop Support (DEBASE) 6 EA…
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Smart thermostat installation
Currently got a Worcester Bosch Greenstar 30CDi boiler. I have a wireless thermostat - Digistat RF20 I believe. Purchased the Drayton Wiser Heating Kit with the two wireless TRV's. I contacted loads of plumbing companies but only one got back to me with this quote. £60 per hour + VAT - Reckons it will take a couple of…
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New Boiler
Hello, We're in the Midlands and have a Powermax boiler in the middle of the upstairs which is on its last legs. We had a quote for a new boiler, we're not fussed about location but the guy suggested up in the loft (we have a ladder, electrics and boarded up) which sounds good to us. Is this quote fair please? WORCESTER…
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Gutter replacement
Hi everyone. I live in a Glasgow Tenement. At the street level is a pharmacy and then above this my property and then one more above mines. The bills get split 50% paid by the Chemist, 25% myself and the same for neighbour above. The gutters at the back of the building need done. Neighbour put a quote through for £1100…
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Quote for Porch & Garage Roof Repairs
Hi everyone I just wanted to get some opinions on a quote we received for the following: Garage flat roof (20x10): - Cut out any blisters to garage roof - Change any defective decking with new to match existing. (we identified one 2'x2' area at the time) - Re-felt roof using 1 layer high performance built up flat roofing…
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fair price for drain repairs?
Recently had an issue with blocked drain. Advised to have repairs done as this was due too roots burrowing into the drain. The drainage issue has been carried out. Price below is for further works. We advise that he has graded the root ingression and displaced joint in your drain as a RED fault and that a repair should be…
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Range Cooker LPG Conversion Estimate
Hi all, Just wondering whether the estimate we've received to convert our range cooker hob from natural gas to LPG is fair..... Any thoughts would be appreciated please! Supply and fit gas supply to customer's 6 burner range (to include flexible disconnection for range and stability bracket or chain and hooks) Supply and…
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Bed bug treatment - how much?
Probably three bedrooms... No idea how much it costs. Just don't want to get ripped off.... Anyone got any idea?
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Remove Kitchen and Prep for New Kitchen Fitting
Hi everyone, I was given some great advice about buying a kitchen here recently, so I wondered if anyone can also advise on the building prep work needed before the kitchen can be fitted. Here is a quote I have been given. I wasn't expecting it to be so expensive as this. Does it seem like a fair price? I'm in South Wales.…
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Plumber. boiler leak
I rang what I thought was a local plumber who advertised no call out charge. Plumber came and saw obvious problem as soon as he took the boiler cover off. He didn't fix it as he had no parts, so just replaced the cover. I rang the office, which although was a local number, was not local, and to whom I had already given…
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Install extra radiator cost?
Have been given the following quote to add additional radiators where they're missing in the house, just wanted opinions on if it's reasonable? SUPPLY AND INSTALL RADIATORS AND PIPE WORK Altering pipe work to suit supply and install the following: DESCRIPTION Living Room Radiator 1 x 600x1200 Double. Bathroom Radiator 1 x…
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Planning Drawings for House Holder Application
Hi there, I am planning to get a house extension done. It involves a single storey rear extension, side double storey, part double rear and loft extension. I have received the following quote from the architect. Can someone comment if this is a fair quote? Thank you! £2,450 for: * Concept Design – Carry out a measured…
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Quote for Repair to Boiler or Replace
VOKERA 35 HE Hi there, i am hoping that this is the right place to post, if not apologies. About 10 years ago I had a Vokera 35 he boiler fitted. It was fantastic and never broke down. My husband sadly passed away 8 years ago and i never got round to servicing it. Slowly and surely I am taking control of my life again and…
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Ensuite bathroom refit - installation quote
Hi, We are having our en-suite bathroom replaced. We've bought the bathroom through Wickes using one of their design consultants and have had the following quote for installation. It's a little more expensive than we were expecting. Would be grateful to hear any thoughts. We live in Sussex. Thanks :) INSTALLATION PRICE…
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Bonding pipe replacement, Boiler service, Cooker Install
Hello, I've only just joined so I apologise if I'm doing something wrong! I'm just looking for opinions on whether this quote seems okay. When I had an engineer to install my smart meters, he couldn't change the gas meter due to the main bonding pipe needing to be replaced - he couldn't do it due to the position of the…