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New boiler, is this quote fair?
This is a Quote I received for the work below for £3200 1. Disconnect and remove the existing boiler. 2. Supply and fit a new Worcester Bosch 25i central heating boiler. This will be located in the same position as the existing boiler 3. Supply and fit all associated system filters. 4. Supply and a new wireless programable…
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Bathroom Fitting Quote
Hello all, I have recently been looking at refitting my upstairs bathroom and cloakroom downstairs. I have received my first quote which personally I believe to be a bit high. Could anyone with some experience please advise me before I go back to them? Bathroom 1) Remove old bathroom suite and all tiles 2) Prepare all…
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Replacing a lintel
Hi folks I need some advice bought a house in march terraced built 1940's. The sandstone lintel has quite a big crack and as a result we are getting a lot if damp in the bad weather. Had a builder out today who advised one sand stone is very porous, and when the double grazing was fitted more than likely not the correct…
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Aluminium Bifold vs 2 sliding vs 3 sliding
I'm having an extension built which has 3m wide doors into the garden. Been costed by my builder for supply and fitting of aluminium doors, the options being: Bifold (3 panels) - 2200+VAT Sliding (3 door) - 2870+VAT Sliding (2 door) - 2710+VAT Does that sound about right? For some reason I thought sliding doors would be…
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Garage side door
We are looking to get an external side door installed into the side of our detached garage. The job will involve cutting a hole in the wall, installing frame and lintel etc and the supply of all of the materials including the door. The quote we have had so far is for £500 including vat. How does this sound, I honestly…
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To fit (not supply) 3 radiators & perhaps some pipe cutting? Are we being stung?
For the record - 3 radiators have already been purchased. The valves have also already been purchased. Job list: * Fit 3 radiators & new valves * draining system (i imagine) (& therefore re-filling system) & adding inhibitor. * 2 of the rads are size-for-size ... by that i mean they're the exact same dimensions as the ones…
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Replace French doors with window
Hi, I've been quoted £1100 to have double UPVC doors replaced with a double opening UPVC window. That quote includes everything ie bricking up the door, the window, cavity wall insulation and plastering. The window looks like a pretty good one although I'm no expert. Does that sound reasonable? Cheers!
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Conservatory from Anglian
We are living on a 3 bed semi and we are looking to get a conservatory .Anglian came over yesterday for a quote and their materials looks more robust than what others are using. (solar glass etc) its 18.25sqm and because its 3.2m long and we need more than 50% brickwork, they told us we need both planning permission +…
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Fair day rate for a plumber
As the title says, based on recent quotes (say last 6 months), what the current day rate for a decent (well qualified and experienced plumber) doing a good 8+ hour day. Specifically in the Midlands area. Thanks, Philip
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Tiled Replacement Conservatory Roof Cost ?
I have a 3x3 Victorian Conservatory with a poly carbonate roof, I'm interested in having the roof replaced with a tiled roof with a plastered vaulted internal ceiling with spot lights in. Has anyone had it done ? What did it cost ? I've contacted a local company but they want to do a site survey & I'm sure a high pressure…
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Quote for Painting and decorating
This quote is for a 3 bed 2 storey house built in the 1930s. The property has been put to good use by myself and family {read 2 very active young kids :-) } I have recently had the lounge and all the bedrooms painted and decorated a couple of years ago. My current issues are with the stairway and kitchen area. The…
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new boiler quotation
I have been quoted 3,500 for a Viesmann 100 30KWH Combi which includes 10 year guarantee, new thermostat, carbon monoxide monitor, system chemical flush, fernox filter, full flue gas analyser survey, install and rubbish removal I have a detached house with 14 radiators.
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Quote for the conservatory
Hi, I am keen in getting a conservatory which I can use all year long. I have a semi detached house. The quote I have been given is around 7000£ for a 2.7 x 4.2m. This includes two side walls, one attached with neighbour's wall. Glass roof, plastering and electrics. The only extra thing which I need to do is moving boiler…
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Fencing repair quote
Hi Due to the recent winds our fencing has blown down consisting of 3 6 ft panels and a gate which are all still connected together. The posts have just been completely uprooted and are resting at a 45 degree angle on next doors fence and there is no damage to any of the panels or gate We have have been advised that the…
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Plastering after rewire
I've had a quote from a plasterer. I'd appreciate your thoughts on price. 3 bedrooms to be fully overskimmed, the bathroom to be patched, the landing patched, the kitchen patched, the living room to be patched. £1200 Including all material provided by plasterer and remove and rehang radiators Thank you
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POWERFLUSHING central heating system
number of radiators 8 any idea of cost involved? boiler only 3years old but system wasnt flushed when new boiler fitted according to bosch guy.
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Various electrical works (Glasgow)
Hi there, interested on feedback as to whether or not the following items are reasonable for electrical work in Glasgow (electrician comes recommended/good feedback, just checking before committing to spending a fair bit of cash). Confident that work will be done correctly and that correct papework will be provided. Where…
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Decorating bedrooms - quote
I have just had a quote to decorate 2 double bedrooms: * remove wallpaper * make good as necessary (there are a few shallow holes where built-in wardrobes were removed, nothing much) * gas-safe engineer to remove then re-fit radiators * fix lining paper then paint * attach wallpaper on top to one feature wall in each room…
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Install outdoor light
£70 pounds to install a light in my backgarden. The light is 10w LED which I have provided. This will be installed into the wall with a run through wire from a socket on the other side. Based in Ashford, Kent
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Kitchen installation
Hi all, Not sure what to expect but being getting a wild array of quotes for a specific job and I have no idea what's fair or not as some seem extortionate quote wise? Looking to rip out the current kitchen which is around 2 meter by 1.5 meter. * Take down 2 partition walls surrounding the kitchen to make it open plan *…
