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Architecht quote (2s side extension)
I have a quote from an architect concerning a two-storey side extension to my end-of-terrace house. draw existing plans: £780 draw proposed plans: £234 planning application: £156 building control submission: £1100 TOTAL: £2270 additional costs, rough suggestions made by architect: council's planning fees: £350 building…
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Is this a reasonable quote (big job!)
We have just had a large extension done (mostly finished,now waiting for kitchen installation and decorating. I wonder what people's thoughts are on the quote I have been given.This man has done plastering and painting (a single room) for us before,and 3.5 years later the work still looks perfect.It is my preference to…
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Bathroom - plumbing/carpenter - Day rate?
I guess it depends on which part of the country but whats an average day rate for this sort of thing? I.e. Fitting bathroom inc plumbing, fitting bathroom cupboard, fitting laminate floor. Recent work done was approx £240 a day.
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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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How to avoid cowboy builders?
I'm looking to have an extension built, has anybody else used beat the builder .com? It looks pretty good and would probably help find the right builder re costs. Just wondered if anybody else had used them? Thanks!
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Block Pave/ Tarmac
Hi all I am currently renovating my house. One of the final jobs is to relay a new front drive. At present it has concrete slab and is not level. I have received a quote from a company offering to block pave the drive which is 8m wide by 4m long. The company has offered to level the ground, place acro-drains, and block…
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To replace existing kitchen sink
Hi, My plumber has quoted £150 for labour only for replacing our current kitchen sink with a new one. It is is a bowl and half and is part of our work top if that helps. Does this seem a fair price ?
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Bird spikes on TV ariel
I need to deter birds from sitting on my TV ariel. A local firm offered to fit spikes on the ariel for £120+Vat. Seems a bit pricey. I've emailed for a few other places for more quotes but just wondered if anyone else has had similar work?
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Two storey side extn - appx cost?
Hi all, We are considering extending our property (Two storey extension to the side) I googled and read up a bit, a lot of sites think £1000/sqm is a reasonable ballpark. I am not sure when that info was published - so is that still a good estimate to work my budget on? I tried ringing a few builders, they all want to see…
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Cost of replacing external wall ties
I live in a 2 story terraced house built in 1904. Our decorator advised us the front & rear external walls were moving away from the building due and to the wall ties corroding so the ties will need replaced. Am I correct in thinking the floor boards will need lifted in all first floor rooms so new ties can be fixed to the…
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Damp proof/ new plasterboard/plaster/air vent
Hi We've had a quote for the above for quite a small bay window. He will damp proof it, hack of the plaster, put water resistant plasterboard on, fit an air vent and replaster for a cost of £400. This seems expensive to me but wanted to know what you thought. Thanks for the responses!
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Conservatory/extension cost
We are having part conservatory part extension done. 4 1/2 meters wide 3m projection Two solid walls either side with four small double glazed windows at the top. Two dwarf walls at the front with sliding patio doors. Knock through to the kitchen and make good A rated glass Activ blue glass roof Cut through glass for wood…
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Who is good value for bathrooms?
I got a quote from Wickes last week as they are running a 50% sale, costs for the bath, vanity units, toilet, tiles etc, came back at £1500 on a normal price of £3k (approximately). I know everyone recommends howdens or diy-kitchens for kitchens, but who is a good comparison for bathrooms?
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What can i expect to pay? Flooring
I know these are sort of how long are piece of string style questions but i have never done things like this before and am worried about being ripped off. Would be most interested to know what sort of quote should start ringing alarm bells for being too high... I want to vinyl my kitchen (1.5×3m) and bathroom (1×2m).…
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German kitchen - hacker, Alno vs Wren Linda Barker
Hi All My very first post in this massively helpful forum. Posting as I don't think I have got the answers yet serching through other posts. So apologies if these kitchen ranges have already been covered. After months of research for a new kitchen, we have finally got 1 quote for a Wren Linda Barker range for an L kitchen…
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Painting staircase and landings: What is a reasonable charge?
I live in a modern six storey block of flats in London, with two or three flats at each level. The internal paint work of the common parts, which are a small ground floor entrance, staircase, and small landings at each floor, is now tired. The plaster finish on the walls and the woodwork is very good. The doors, including…
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£460 to unblock a drain. Is this a rip-off?
My elderly 75 year old mother has just paid £460 to a plumber to unblock a drain. The plumber spent 55 minutes on the job. He used a jet and maybe some other device (sorry cannot be more specific). The plumber said it was not a difficult job, just a little time consuming. Is this a fair price or has my mother been ripped…
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Bathroom repairs, 'tidying', decorating and minor fitting - quote
Hello can you tell me if this sounds reasonable please. I am in the south-east and it is a very small bathroom. The patch of tiling that needs to be done is literally two tiles' worth but means removing radiator. -Replace faulty service valve to toilet. -Remove & replace sealant throughout the bathroom. -Where necessary…
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Fence Quote
I've had a quote for some fencing for which I think is way over the top (due to basing it on some fencing I had done 4yrs ago) I've been quoted £750 for the following 2 x 6ft panels 3 x concrete posts 1 x gate 4yrs ago I paid £300 for the following 6 x 3ft panels 7 x concrete posts 6 x concrete gravel boards. No my old…
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Is the VAT correct
The plumber bought and fitted two metal screw and bolt things and another pipe fitting. The VAT was £40.90. Has the VAT been overpriced ?
