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Removing non-loadbearing wall etc.
I have a quote of £990 for: > Removal of ~3m of non-loadbearing blockwork wall and disposal of waste > Repair ceiling where required after wall removal, and skim ~9sqm over artex > Modify some electrics, including ~4m of new chasing, moving a double socket and some minor light switch re-jigging. > Make good (to plaster…
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Roof work - felt, battens and tiles
Hello, Just wanted some advice on whether this is priced accordingly - I am based in Broxbourne, Hertfordshire. ESTIMATE Re: Main mono pitched roof -Lay all necessary light weight timber sheets and tarpaulins to ground floor flat roof and adjoining mono pitched tile roofs including roof over no10 front bay window. -Erect…
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PVC window
One small PVC window at the top of the landng, bog standard replacemnt, privacy glass, 1m x 70cm £500 give or take a few pounds.
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Kitchen makeover cost - too expensive?
After a long time looking for a builder I've found one that seems professional and willing to do the job of renovating my medium sized kitchen. I just got his quote and it looks rather steep. I wonder if you could give me some advice? The plan is to completely rip out the existing kitchen and install it from scratch: new…
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Kitchen Fitting
Evening, Took me a while to find a kitchen fitter that could do the work when needed (mid October) so struggling to find someone else to quote - I'm blaming all the summer sales the kitchen companies had. I've been quoted £3,000 to fit kitchen which includes: Removal of existing kitchen New power supplies for Oven, Fridge…
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Quote for small bathroom refurb very high?
Got a plumber in for a quote for a remodel of my bathroom and not sure whether it's reasonable or not. Current bathroom has the following: bath with 200x200mm tiles above it to ceiling remainder of walls wood panel to top of cistern level, then paper (I know, paper!) vinyl flooring electric shower I want the following:…
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Replacing shower tray & enclosure
I need to replace my shower tray & enclosure 800x800. So far I got only one quote for labour only £450 and I struggle to get anyone else to quote. To me this price seems excessive but have nothing to compare to. It does not inlclude potential retiling if tiles get damaged. I live in Greater London zone 4. Pls let me know…
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builder quote
Hi Got a quote today from a builder for £1200 For the following: Paint open plan living room and kitchen about 115m2 Remove 2 wall lights and plaster over Install 2 ceiling lights install 5 sockets and 3 switches install new garden door. Take off old thermostat and plaster over Provided by me final colour, 2 lights, 5…
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Hugely varied quotes for extension
hello, I'm in Oxfordshire and I want to do a small 2 x 4 meter kitchen extension. I have architects drawings and a certificate of lawful development pending. I'm now seeking quotes. I've found it very difficult to get personal recommendations for builders because I don't know many people who have had building work and…
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CCTV system in home
I had a quote for £750 to do a wireless system. £500 for a wired. Whats the difference. Does the quote seem reasonable? Thanks
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Garage conversion quote
Hi all, Had a quote to convert a single garage into usable office space. What are your thoughts on the price for the works involved?
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Painting and Lighting Quote...
Hi First post hopefully in the right section. What should I be expecting to pay for the following work: • Take off 2 wall lights and plaster over • Take off old thermostat and plaster over • Paint walls living + kitchen (Paint Provided) • Change 5 wall sockets (Sockets Provided) • Change 3 light switches (Switches…
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Double Glazing - South Wales
Sorry - new here & hope this is right forum. My 86 year-old mum has just has 3 replacement upvc double glazed windows plus front door fitted in a small terraced house in south Wales - without telling any of the family about it so as "not to worry anyone". I’m worried she was fleeced. There are 2 x 1st floor windows (no…
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Thoughts on this plastering, painting & flooring quote....
Guys, I've got a tenement flat refurb ongoing. Need to have the (now 2 bed) flat repainted except the bathroom. Hallway needs to have the walls prepared - uneven and has wood chip that needs to be removed. The prior builder did a nasty job of plastering around the doorway so this needs to be smoothed. Ceiling needs to be…
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Changing locks
We're changing the chubb lock on the front door and changing the pvc back door lock to a ss13 diamond standard lock. Quote is £205 for parts and labour. Asked another company but they didn't get back to me. Thanks.
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What are the going rates for tiling and flooring?
We are having a house renovation and I would like to know what is the going rate for fitting wooden floors and also for tiling. We are in the west midlands...thanks
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Loan second quote/contract sent??
Hi guys, Just a quick question, I was accepted for a loan with a reputable and mainstream company. I was accepted for 8000 loan over 71 months at £120.70 a month at 2.8% fixed rate, total payable of £8690.40. I've signed the contract as requested and returned it in the post, money in the bank and a letter of…
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Architectual services - North London extension
Hi all, We're embarking on a house extension, as it costs too much to move and we're desperate for space. We have a 30's terrace, fairly basic, lovely big garden, looking at adding a 4 - 4.5m single storey rear extension (so allowable under the 2013 neighbours consultation rules) and remodelling the downstairs, gaining a…
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De-weeding job quote, fair price?
Hi everyone, Please tell me, how much would be fair - but max - to pay for de-weeding job of layered with gravel small back yard (in Glasgow). My neighbour says we need to pay £60 total - is that a fair price? Here is a picture: https://1drv.ms/i/s!At7f8OUX9zSDggrRhstWFde8VELI Thanks!
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Bathroom floor repair and lounge roof
I have had a leak in my bathroom due to the seal deteriorating round the bath. The floor underneath the bath is now damp and water started leaking through the roof of my lounge below. The bowing in the roof is quite significant though I have pierced a hole in the sealing to drain any remaining water out and haven't used…
