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We are looking to get a few jobs done around the house and looking for someone that's trusted/recommended. We have had recommendations from family/friends but they are far from where we are. So if you know someone in Worcester park/surrey area then please do PM me their details.


Thanks in advance.
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  • cyclonebri1
    cyclonebri1 Posts: 12,827 Forumite
    edited 21 September 2014 at 1:18PM
    Just be careful of what you ask him to do. He may say he can fix the boiler, the dodgy electrics, but;
    He won't likely have insurance or the accreditation needed to provide such services.

    Me and m,any others do this in our own homes, but once you offer these services for profit, it becomes a whole different ball game.
    I like the thanks button, but ,please, an I agree button.

    Will the grammar and spelling police respect I do make grammatical errors, and have carp spelling, no need to remind me.;)

    Always expect the unexpected:eek:and then you won't be dissapointed
  • mandm65
    mandm65 Posts: 556 Forumite
    Just be careful of what you ask him to do. He may say he can fix
    Thanks for your response, unsure if i got the gist of it? :o
  • cyclonebri1
    cyclonebri1 Posts: 12,827 Forumite
    mandm65 wrote: »
    Thanks for your response, unsure if i got the gist of it? :o

    It was meant to say don't let him loose on your gas or electrics;), Tidy the garden, build the dog a new kennel fine, but many DIYers get ahead of themselves.
    I like the thanks button, but ,please, an I agree button.

    Will the grammar and spelling police respect I do make grammatical errors, and have carp spelling, no need to remind me.;)

    Always expect the unexpected:eek:and then you won't be dissapointed
  • mandm65
    mandm65 Posts: 556 Forumite
    oh right, got the message, no wouldn't let them touch that stuff, i got confused cos i thougth you sent me a contact, plus your message got trancated.
  • dj1471
    dj1471 Posts: 1,969 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Home Insurance Hacker!
    You could try sites such as Rated People and MyBuilder, you'll get reviews/ratings for anyone who quotes.
  • Hi,

    get yourself down to local pub, there's always somebody there that can do the job or knows someone who can.
  • SailorSam
    SailorSam Posts: 22,754 Forumite
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    edited 8 August 2024 at 1:41PM
    Hi,

    get yourself down to local pub, there's always somebody there that can do the job or knows someone who can.

    I use to think that, when i was on the Cabs and we were wanting a garage built i asked on the Cab radio and someone had a mate.
    I might recomend them if you wanted a dog kennel but nothing bigger.
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  • thanks guys for your help, got enough to make a start, still if anyone has personal recommendation then feel free to PM me.
  • cyclonebri1
    cyclonebri1 Posts: 12,827 Forumite
    dj1471 wrote: »
    You could try sites such as Rated People and MyBuilder, you'll get reviews/ratings for anyone who quotes.

    Don't do that.
    I like the thanks button, but ,please, an I agree button.

    Will the grammar and spelling police respect I do make grammatical errors, and have carp spelling, no need to remind me.;)

    Always expect the unexpected:eek:and then you won't be dissapointed
  • mandm65
    mandm65 Posts: 556 Forumite
    Don't do that.
    I did that and getting a few to come and give me quote for work, can you please elaborate on why i should not have done that?
    Thanks
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