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Is this a fair price?
The pipe from the dishwasher burst off (the screw bit that goes over the top split in half) last night resulting in a bit of flooding to the kitchen and hallway. Managed to switch the main water off and stop it to the dishwasher and get most of it mopped up. The plumber who had fitted the dishwasher just a few months ago…
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Remove and support internal wall
Hi, Quotes for removal of wall between kitchen and dining room. Wall is load bearing according to structural engineer so needs universal beam to support. The wall is 4.2m and the job will be flush to walls and ceiling. We've been quoted 11k by one firm and 5.2k by another firm, both doing the same work! Both of these felt…
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£4700 for gas installation
I've been quoted £4700 for the conversion of oil to gas in a three bedroom mid sized semi in North East England. This includes: The removal of an oil tank, hot water tank, cold water tank, old pipework and the removal of the oil tank asbestos flume. Installation of a new boiler in the attic. Brand new pipework which will…
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Unforeseen roof problem??
Hi. I've had a fixed quote for a dormer extension/en suite/remove chimney for £30800. We are near the end and have encountered a problem with the contractor. The price is fixed unless something occurs which is unforeseen. The lead flashing running alongside the new dormer is apparently 4 inches short along the ridge (about…
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Plumbing toilet
Had an issue with the toilet and I am away so left it to a housemate to let the plumber in. The plumber said the inlet had fail, the duel flush along with the button needed replacing too. The toilet also needed rodding. He quoted £150. Is this the right kind of price range for this kind of work?
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Landscaping quote
We're looking to get our garden re-landscaped - we already have a concept design from a designer we've engaged and we've finalised most of the details and she'll shortly be working on the final presentation and planting plan. We've now had three quotes to get the work done. It's a complete clearance and start from scratch…
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Nursery decoration
Hi there. I had a quote from a tradesman for decorating the nursery as well as the woodwork in the landing. Originally he quoted £350 and 2 days before seeing the job and went up to £500 and 3 days when viewing (this was based on him doing it by himself) I hired the guy who turned up today to start the job and he has…
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electrical work
I've just had this quote: 1 replace kitchen extractor fan £70 2 run a flexible duct to the outside wall vent and put vent flap outside on wall £80 3 install bathroom fan and wiring for low voltage fan (not including cost of fan) £160 4 replace bedroom dimmer switch with led module £34 I'm supplying kitchen extractor. Vent…
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Architectural drawings quote
Hi there we have had a quote of £800 to supply drawings for a single storey extension at the back of a detached house. This to include sending them to planning liaising and amending if necessary but doesn't include cost of planning application and building regulations application. Does this sound reasonable?
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Building over garage
Hi I'm looking into building over my garage - semi detached house with single garage. Have only had one builder round. He said the foundations are probably not strong enough so would need knocking down and building again. He thinks all in£50k which I thought was excessive!! This is all in - electrics, plumbing etc. Worth…
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Replacing a double glazed window pane which has been cracked
Hi, got a crack in my double glazing about 6in c 6in in a star shape where some kid in my street threw a stone at it a few years ago. We are looking to sell and want to avoid any 'haggling points' I've had two quotes so far and 2 companies failed to respond, trying to understand if theee quotes are representative or…
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Move 3 radiators
Quote for moving 3 radiators in an unfurnished, uncarpeted house. Two were existing radiators the third, supplied by us. No material supplied by the plumber. £300 cash in hand. Fair?
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Boiler replacement
I've had a couple of quotes to remove an old Worcester 28si and replace with a Worcester 25i in the same location. The guy that viewed the job said it was a straightforward swap, a days work. The other quote was an estimate via freeindex. Both were £1,995, including magni filter and remote control. My electrician who has…
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Conservatory quote
Hi guys we are East Midlands based we have had a few quotes for a conservatory and would appreciate your comments on the prices please. we have been quoted for: 3.6m x 3.6m outside dimensions existing ground is flat but will include removal of existing patio slabs dwarf wall all round Pilkington glass with the active blue…
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Conservatory Relocation
Hi My friend is taking down his conservatory to make way for an extension and has offered it to me for free. I'm now in the process of trying to get quotes for dismantling and then fitting it in my back garden. The area is mostly patio but will encroach on a raised grass area so that'd need excavating. Conservatory is 1…
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Laying flooring, new french doors and fitting a hearth
Hi all, We're getting quotes to have engineered wood flooring put down (sourced ourselves though if you have any good budget recommendations!) as well as replacing a window with French doors and putting in a hearth where there's currently just messy concrete! Have received a quote for £3200 broken down as follows: Supply…
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My utility and cloakroom extension
Quoted just under 15k which includes VAT for 3x2 metres Includes preparing site, pitched tiled roof, tiles and rendered walls, internal wall. 3 doors. 1 window insulation and site management. I think it's a lot
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£600 quote for two little windows.
Quote for replacement of two windows on a ground floor bathroom extension is £590. They are approx 22" x 28" and 17" x 28". Briefly removal of existing wood windows, replacement with Irish oak wood effect UPVC with double glazed patterned glass (Pilkington Chantilly). They are a highly regarded local company and did the…
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Replacement window quote
Hi Everyone, I was wondering if anyone would be able to give some advice please? I am looking to replace the windows in my property and really have no idea what to look out for in terms of dodgy companies and practices. Could anyone give me some advice? I have had one quote so far and this is the breakdown: emoval of all…
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House rewiring, is this a good quote?
Good evening all! First time posting here so I hope I got everything in the right place! Myself and my partner have just purchased our first property and the house is in need of a whole rewiring job. We have got a quote (£3000) for the following; All accessories finished in white plastic. Living room; 3x Double Sockets 2x…
