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Boudicca said:
Well the boiler has broken down again and I called James to go and look at it. He said he could stop by that evening and asked that my tenants contact him directly to arrange a time. Didn't go that night or the next and when I called for an update, he got really angry with me, said he had never said he would go round that night, didn't like people 'accusing him' and put the phone down on me. So anyway, still a good plumber, but best not to upset him.

Meantime my tenants have had two more days without heat and I really want to sort this out asap - I suspect it's a replacement needed now. Spoke to the guy recommended by leanderman, really helpful but doesn't do Bosch boilers. So I need a good plumber who isn't busy and can install a new boiler tomorrow. Isn't going to happen is it...
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I had a similar experience with James - didn't get angry with me but was apparently quite arsey with some very pleasant tenants. Turned up but didn't do the work, made a fuss about boiler access, never called me to explain what or why so I did not know until the tenant called to complain. Got someone else to sort it next day. Still not sure what the problem was.

I used Hamilton Heating recently - based on Effra Road. Not cheap (85+VAT per hr) but I just wanted the job done urgently and they were very efficient. They aim to get out that day or next.
 
Rushy said:
I had a similar experience with James - didn't get angry with me but was apparently quite arsey with some very pleasant tenants. Turned up but didn't do the work, made a fuss about boiler access, never called me to explain what or why so I did not know until the tenant called to complain. Got someone else to sort it next day. Still not sure what the problem was.

I used Hamilton Heating recently - based on Effra Road. Not cheap (85+VAT per hr) but I just wanted the job done urgently and they were very efficient. They aim to get out that day or next.
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Thanks for that, will give them a call.
 
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Haven't been through all of this thread, but are there any Brixton recommendations please for a carpenter / joiner who could build a fitted cupboard or wardrobe please?

Thanks.
 
Thanks snowy_again , but it turns out Lino isn't available, does anyone else have a number for a good man with a van?

Alternatively, I don't have a lot of stuff so if anyone has a biggish car and fancies a few quid let me know!
 
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Hello! I think we need something along the lines of repointing/flashing/guttering receiving attention. Can anyone recommend somebody who does this sort of thing to take a look and hopefully provide a quote? Thanks.
 
Hi, Can someone please pm me the number of an electrician. Need a very simple bathroom light fitted, but have got confused by our weird house wiring!

Thanks :)
 
carolina said:
Handyman

My housemate Ben works as a handyman and has very good rates for any work in the local area, generally on evenings/weekends. We live Elm Park/Brixton Hill.


He's a friendly and frank Aussie and he'll be happy to have a chat about anything you need doing (garden clearing/man with a van/painting/odd jobs).


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carolina said:
Handyman

My housemate Ben works as a handyman and has very good rates for any work in the local area, generally on evenings/weekends. We live Elm Park/Brixton Hill.


He's a friendly and frank Aussie and he'll be happy to have a chat about anything you need doing (garden clearing/man with a van/painting/odd jobs).


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Hi,

Please can you PM me Ben's number?

Cheers.
 
Hi there, new to the thread so sorry if similar recommendation has been made before but need the external front door of my victorian flat looking at. Think it might need easing/planing as it keeps getting jammed. Looking got a carpenter / handyman who might be able to help? Thanks!
 
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