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Where did you find the courses? I've looked myself and struggled to find anything suitable. I live near Cambridge too so I shouldn't be short of educational establishments.FreeBear said:benson1980 said: Called six roofers on day off. Three just asked me to text details- never got back to me. Three did confirm appt and popped round to survey.Did a short (free) course with local adult education last year, and I'll be doing the plastering myself on the next job..0 -
I've concluded that I need to find a (cheap if not free) plumbing course that will give me the confidence to replace a kitchen mixer tap that is beyond repair.
My experience with plumbing so far is that the job initially looks OK, but will leak after a month or so. Need some basic skills and confidence!
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The course came up when I did a search of local providers & subjects.Gavin83 said:
Where did you find the courses? I've looked myself and struggled to find anything suitable. I live near Cambridge too so I shouldn't be short of educational establishments.FreeBear said:benson1980 said: Called six roofers on day off. Three just asked me to text details- never got back to me. Three did confirm appt and popped round to survey.Did a short (free) course with local adult education last year, and I'll be doing the plastering myself on the next job..
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Yes with plumbing the leeks are the worry.victor2 said:I've concluded that I need to find a (cheap if not free) plumbing course that will give me the confidence to replace a kitchen mixer tap that is beyond repair.
My experience with plumbing so far is that the job initially looks OK, but will leak after a month or so. Need some basic skills and confidence!Initial mortgage bal £487.5k, current £258k, target £243,750(halfway!)
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I thought there should be some balance.I made a request from a local company about a new personal garage door.An appointment for a visit at my convenience was made and kept.I was told when the quote would be typed up so when I might expect it - next week.Business if a family one. In the past it was hard to get hold of the father as there was only a landline and no one to answer.Son and wife have got a small office now and there are also mobile numbers.Such a relief.Next is the gas safe guy. Appointment not for 2 weeks (I'm cold) but he always phones back around half 4 so you know. And there is an appointment.
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