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Double Glazing
Hi All , I have received a quote to replace all windows & doors to my house in Medway , specs below. 11 Windows : Case 28mm Chamf NRG (28mm Clr PLux Tot+ Arg Swiss) 7 x 1700 x 1200 2 x 1100 x 1050 1 x 2400 x 1400 1 x 1200 x 600 2 French Doors : (Chamf 28mm Clr Plux Tot+ Arg Swiss V) 2 x 1600 x 2200 1 x Composite Front Door…
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En suite
So I previously asked about a saniflow system but I've since been told they can run the pipe work internally and box this in. Does this quote seem good? Total cost: £3190.00 Entails: Supply & install new 1200 x 800mm shower/tray 700 x 1950 shower screen Chrome Mixer shower Toilet pedestal and basin with fittings 4" soil…
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Is This is a Good Quote for Boiler Installation?
Hi I've got this quote for the installation of a new GlowWorm Ultimate2 30kw combi boiler (seen varying prices from around £660 to nearly £800.) In addition to the above boiler I will get: - a new flue approx 12-15 foot in length - the old boiler removed [EDIT] I forgot to mention total installation price including boiler…
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New Central Heating system and boiler
Our heating system is over 25 years old and has given up the ghost. I have so far had 5 estimates from local heating engineers. I need new combi boiler which is to be moved from the garage to the airing cupboard (directly above), 8 radiators, new piping etc. We live in a 3 bedroomed semi. Old system is to be removed and…
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Flooring Quote for a 2 Bedroom New Build
Hey, I am clueless when it comes to things like this and I was wondering if anybody could have a look at a "very rough quote" and let me know if it was reasonable. The house has not been finished yet and we have not got the keys so we haven't got exact sizes however we have a floor plan and know the company have done many…
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Patio quote
Hi guys Any feedback on this quote please The tradesman is a friend of a good friend and he has a good reputation The patio is 31m2, so to dig out, frame with 4x2 lay down 30mm to dust, compact with wacker plate, and lay slabs £1800 as long as slabs are not tiny This includes supply of materials, but not the slabs. Cheers
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Install 2m Concrete post to communal bin shed + labour
Hi all, Currently in a dispute with the freeholder of my block of flats regarding some work they've charged for in the service charge. Can I ask for an opinion on what the expected cost would be to install one 2m concrete fencing post, alongside associated labour charges for the job? This is in Hampshire, and would be…
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I think I'm being scammed
I'm a new home owner and prior to buying this house I got a full survey done which did NOT mention any issues with the roof (this is relevant as I never wanted this work done). Today my neighbour told my wife and I that her roofer had accidently done repair work to my roof and hers (lets say we're 2, she's 4 and her…
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Electrics - does this sound about right?
Does this sound about right? They quoted me £3000 for a full rewire so this seems a bit steep in comparison. * Consumer unit upgrade to 17th edition including mains tails and earthing testing and certification £475 * Extra sockets in bedrooms to bring the total to three per room £350 * Install a mains wired smoke detector…
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Over 50% Deposit Required Upfront for Bespoke Job
Hi - we have asked for a fairly local firm to do a bespoke job in our flat. The firm have come to do the measuring up and quotes but don't always respond to emails until I chase them up. The percentage of the job is about 56% required upfront...it's not so much the percentage though as the amount. They want nearly £1000.…
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Boiler Quote
Hi l have just been quoted £2450 to get out Combi Boiler replaced. The boiler quoted for is Worcester Bosch 30kw It will be a straight swap in same location although about 3m pipework will need to be replaced to be 22mm Will include a magna cleanse, a new flue, 10year warranty and a hive thermostat. This will also be…
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How much to replace plasterboard ceiling and skim walls in kitchen?
Kitchen is approx 3 meters by 2.5 and the ceiling will need replaced and two walls skimmed. We're also thinking of adding insulation in the ceiling. We're thinking of buying a house with a bit of DIY and I got quotes for a few jobs but £800 seems steep for this job, what do you think?
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Luxury Vinyl Tiles 35m2- (tiles provided): £20 per m2?
Hi All, I haven't got a detailed quote yet, but thought maybe you can help me out. This is in Bedfordshire. I have 35m2 of polyflor tiles that need to be laid (I already have the tiles). There is a living room, dining room, hallway and an ensuite bathroom all totalling 35 m2. The first three are contiguous, on the ground…
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Bathroom Refit
We have had a quote of £3000 for a bathroom refit, the bathroom is approx 250cm x 150cm with 22m2 tiling needed We would supply tiles, bath suite and floor. The suite is just a like for like replacement. Does this sound to high? (North of England) They estimate it will take 13 days
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How much to install combi boiler and remove old boiler/tank?
I am looking to replace my existing regular boiler/cold water tank with a combi boiler. How much would a fair price be for parts/installation/removing old system?
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Cap of gas fire and block flue vent
I have a gas fire which isn't operational so we are going to cap off the gas and block up the flue vent. It is a horizontal flue so a breeze comes in through it. We'll then replace the fire with an electric one. I've been quoted £155 for all parts and labour. Its probably about 10-15 bricks to block up the outside for…
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oven repair rip off
ok so its almost that time of the year when you are going to need your cooker ours packed up 'i.e.the oven wouldn't heat up.' So with keyboard and mouse I ask the internet for a quote after the usual BT wait I find these people. they go under the title repaircare. they quote £119 all in. Thats parts labour every thing.so I…
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Laying porcelain tiles floor
We have had a quote of £900 to lay electric UFH heating mats, screed and then lay 25m square of 600x300 porcelain tiles. We have not yet managed to get any other quotes and wondering if this seems a fair price or not?
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Boiler Install - labour cost?
I am looking to replace an old gas boiler. I have just received a quote which I have reviewed. The cost of the boiler and parts is about 15% more than online merchants' prices: no big deal. The part of the quote that got my attention was 4 days of what I conclude is labour at £2400 plus VAT. Are boiler installers in such…
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Double glazing
Hi I have a quote for 8 windows, 1 upvc door and 1 composite door. 4 windows are single small windows. 2 windows are medium sized double windows. 2 windows are large triple windows. None are bay windows UPVC and composite doors are both half glass half panel Cheapest quote is 3500 pounds with fensa certs Window profile is…
