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Members' Lounge => Help Centre => Topic started by: DaveR on September 04, 2010, 09:30:38 pm
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This is a thread for you to sing the praises of a local business that you've been impressed with. Can be any type of business, but it has to be locally owned and independent. Let's give some praise where it is due... :)
I'll kick off with Coffee Illy in Conwy. Tucked down the side street that links Castle Street to the Quay (Lower Gate Street?), this little coffee shop is one of the best in Conwy. Not the cheapest but the coffee is always good and the staff are friendly and efficient. Ground floor isn't very large but there are also tables on the First Floor. Give it a try.
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I would like to nominate Mollys Cafe by the railway station in Llandudno, (was Sarah Js) You can not beat the cooked breakfast, I go there sometimes before work. £2.99 for the small breakfast and I can't eat it all. Well worth a visit I promise you. Its clean and tidy, nice staff and you can see Dave cooking from your table. I was really impressed and now we go there all the time.
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I would like to give a mention to MozBroz.
Dave and Kevin Morrisey are general builders, joiners etc. Based in Llandudno.
They did a marvellous job of fitting out my shop, very quickly, skilfully and a very reasonable price.
I have gven them further work since.... and will soon have my new kitchen fitted by them.
They are very good, very reliable ... and very nice blokes too. (that always helps)
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I would also like to nominate Mandy at the Gold Mine, the indoor market in Llandudno. I bought a new engagement ring the other day at a very fair price. In fact she gave me £45 off it, She also gave me a very good deal on a load of broken jewellry. In fact the only problem is whether I tell the hubby. ;)
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Errr... why do you need an engagement ring, if you already have a husband? am I missing the point?
Are you intending to commit bigamy?
Get your money back, quick!!
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You only get £45 off if it's been put on in the first place! Too many "false" prices in the shops nowadays just so that they can offer massive discounts! D)
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You are spot on there Yorkie, its not like that in my shop though.
The correct retail price of my bathing gifts is One Million and three pounds, but just for you as a fellow forum member, I'll knock a million off.
Lets call it £3.00.
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You are spot on there Yorkie, its not like that in my shop though.
The correct retail price of my bathing gifts is One Million and three pounds, but just for you as a fellow forum member, I'll knock a million off.
Lets call it £3.00.
So far I've 'saved' around £7,000,000 in your shop so far then L0L
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The classic example of false pricing must be Finish Dishwasher tablets. Since they came out - around fifteen years ago - we've never bought a pack at more than 'half-price'.
The other example that springs to mind are the 1kg tins of Quality Street, Roses and Celebrations. They first appear in September, or thereabouts, at £11.00 per tin. No one buys, them, because they know the price will halve within a couple of weeks.
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Are you intending to commit bigamy?
Bigamy.......pah..your having a laugh.
I lost the diamond in my first ring. So bought a replacement.
I was watching my wedding dvd backwards the other day.
I especially liked the part where I took off my ring, walked back down the aisle and f:*%ed off out with my mates. D)
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Are you intending to commit bigamy?
Bigamy.......pah..your having a laugh.
I lost the diamond in my first ring. So bought a replacement.
I was watching my wedding dvd backwards the other day.
I especially liked the part where I took off my ring, walked back down the aisle and f:*%ed off out with my mates. D)
L0L Classic!
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My favourite Restaurant in Llandudno - The Seahorse - http://www.the-seahorse.co.uk/ (http://www.the-seahorse.co.uk/)
The Seahorse Restaurant (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0N7KZuFvbck#ws)
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A close friend of mine works there in the kitchen, he keeps saying to go up there haven't been there yet but intend to. Customers at the club have always rated it too.
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You are hard pressed to eat better than The Seahorse, ANYWHERE!
Yep, its superb.
Don and Gill run a wonderful business, Don is the owner, but also a great chef, skilfull fisherman ... and a thorougly nice man.
Fest.
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Had a good chat with Don one day as he was walking the dog up the Orme passing the house. A really nice bloke. He told me to look out for the "Tw*t" video but I haven't until now seen it. I've not been into the restaurant yet but I am hoping to rectify that in the next month of so.
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A close friend of mine works there in the kitchen, he keeps saying to go up there haven't been there yet but intend to. Customers at the club have always rated it too.
You should try the actual restaurant after you've tried the kitchen. It has a seating area, and the wait staff will bring you your food. :cyclist40:
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I'd like to recommend the Aromatherapy shop on Llandudno pier. The "Cherry Bakewell" bath soap is to die for. :__)+
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Ha ha ,,, <:>
I hope you didn't eat it all at once..
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Can someone recommend an external house painter? The black trim on my terraced house in Conwy is peeling and needs either touching up or re-doing. I've looked around a bit but can't find any recommendations. I should do it myself but after a few weeks of looking at it I realise I am not qualified nor motivated. Anyone?
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Gareth Owen - I believe he is a contributor to this Forum so he may see your plea for help! $wales ¢¢##
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Gareth Owens' info:
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Yorkie, has Gareth done some work for you personally?
Can you recommend, and if so, why?
I need a decorator in a big way in the months to come....
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Yorkie...
Next time you are online ... can you take a look at my question below,
Ian or Dave ..
Remember the old Forum and the need to re-arrange threads more logically?
Well, I believe this one belongs in Ask a Local, or Help Wanted
...And surely Quiz Time belongs somwhere other than Ask a Local?
(A cynic would say it belongs in Dave and Trojans personal messages section)
Thanks,
Fest
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Yes Gareth did a job for me although it was not a massive one. However, I have known him for some years now and I've never heard his work criticised. On top of that he is a very pleasant chap! ( And on top of that, he probably needs the money, as we all do!) L0L
$wales
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Ian or Dave ..
Remember the old Forum and the need to re-arrange threads more logically?
Well, I believe this one belongs in Ask a Local, or Help Wanted
All done!
Tho' not sure if for sale go moved in the kerfuffle :-)))
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Tho' not sure if for sale go moved in the kerfuffle :-)))
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Yorkie, has Gareth done some work for you personally?
Can you recommend, and if so, why?
I need a decorator in a big way in the months to come....
Gareth has worked in our house a few times and done an excellent job.
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Another good local painter is Ronny one pot Wynne.
Ronny Wynne
Painters and Decorators
Address: 29 Hospital Road, LLANDUDNO, Gwynedd, LL30 1HU
Phone: 01492 874719
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Might be an idea if we created a page specifically for links to businesses we know are reliable and cost-effective.
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Might be an idea if we created a page specifically for links to businesses we know are reliable and cost-effective.
Can we ensure that if we recommend a trader, we have some personal experience of work done ... and refer to actual reasons why they are recommended.
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Yes - I think that's essential.
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Had a day off Monday and came into town, we were hungry and decided to eat in Holmes Place, it was excellent food, good service and good value. We'll definatly go there again.
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Holmes Place?....Where is it? Never heard of it?
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Holmes Place?....Where is it? Never heard of it?
Next to the Carlton, just round the corner.
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Holmes Place?....Where is it? Never heard of it?
15 South Parade, conveniently situated next door to the Carlton. Z**
http://www.visitllandudno.org.uk/content.php?nID=36&langID=1&dID=14&offset=1&aID=50 (http://www.visitllandudno.org.uk/content.php?nID=36&langID=1&dID=14&offset=1&aID=50)
(Sorry Dave, I think we posted at the same time)
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Oh .. that? Its rubbish in there....
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Oh .. that? Its rubbish in there....
It's run by a guy called John Holmes.
Have you seen the size of their sausages? :o
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Oh .. that? Its rubbish in there....
Erm don't you drink in the Carlton? Like you know where's rubbish :P
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Have you seen the size of their sausages? :o
[/quote]Hey no where near the size of my Orbs mate :-* _))*
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Orbs? Ma'am?, What are those? Sounds Fascinating! Don
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Oh .. that? Its rubbish in there....
Erm don't you drink in the Carlton? Like you know where's rubbish :P
That's you told, Fester! ZXZ _))*
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Oh .. that? Its rubbish in there....
Erm don't you drink in the Carlton? Like you know where's rubbish :P
That's you told, Fester! ZXZ _))*
What do you mean? I only frequent such establishments because you are too tight to go with me to more salubrious pubs, Dave!
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What do you mean? I only frequent such establishments because you are too tight to go with me to more salubrious pubs, Dave!
Being accused of tightness by a Yorkshireman is irony indeed! :P _))*
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Can anyone suggest a good plumber in the Conwy area?
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Can anyone suggest a good plumber in the Conwy area?
yes, Michael Ludenbach of Rhos on Sea 01492 544142, mobile 07986 801748, he just moved a radiator to a different wall (patio doors being fitted) for £140 including new pipe, new thermostatic valve and stop valve, liffting up carpet and floor boards etc. I found him through the 'Which Local' service by 'Which' magazine wherehe has 4 excellent references
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I found him through the 'Which Local' service by 'Which' magazine wherehe has 4 excellent references
Any other local tradesmen from that service that come highly recommended?
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if you need any specific service let me know and I'll put them on here (although it may not be one that I have used personally)
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Any other local tradesmen from that service that come highly recommended?
Nine.
Aled Jones, the Llanrwst builder, is first class.
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I can recommend
Fred Eastwood Motor Repairs
Wolf House, Belgrave Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 8EY
Tel: 01492 535 565
I found him through which Local,and he was very good sorting out some jobs on my Focus
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I noticed that the services of a plumber are required. I can recommend Vaughan Williams, 4 Trinity Crescent, Llandudno. 07734 276678.
angewilliams@supanet.com
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Throughout the cold spell our boiler was on the blink, on Christmas Eve I phoned Charlie a plumber who had been recommended to us. I apologised for having to phone him on Xmas Eve and minded that builders normally have a long break at Christmas I asked if he could fit us in after he returned to work in the New Year.
Charlie said that he would call as soon as he finished his present job and sure enough in less than one hour he was at our house.
The boiler had fired up by the time he arrived but he stripped the casing down to look inside and tested the hot water flow in the house and identified the problem as the Heat Exchanger but said that it wasn't worth repairing and that we should invest in a new boiler. ( he was the 3rd plumber to confirm this to us)
When I asked him for the bill he said that I didn't owe him anything as he hadn't done anything. He again refused when I asked him a second time but I insisted and he accepted then.
What a great guy and a refreshing change from my last plumber who I thought ripped me off.
The new boiler I ordered is coming tomorrow and I'll be in touch with him again to install it. I'll update again
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Thats a great recommendation Hugo.
There must be more than one great plumber... because you can't go wrong with Brian Thomas.
Brian is well known to most in Llandudno, but if you don't know him personally, he's listed everywhere. (phonebook, yell.com etc)
I came back from 3 days visiting family in Yorkshire over Xmas, to find a burst pipe had been spewing water outside and INSIDE the house all that time.
Brian was round in no time, (OK he is a neighbour on the Gt Orme) ... but he sorted the job in minutes.
This is not the first time he has done great work for us. (and saved the day in an emergency)
If you have plumbing jobs, bathroom installations...or anything where pipes need joining to other pipes!... Brian Thomas is THE MAN !
Oh yes, he installed me a very beautiful bathroom too ...and recently HIS OWN solar heating system!
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I Remember Brian well from my teenage years, he's a nice guy. There are a number of good plumbers about, but I'm going to stick with Charlie for now.
Sorry to hear about your burst pipe Fester, hope that everything is sorted out now.
I don't mind paying a fair price for a fair days work but I don't like being ripped off and I feel that I was last time and will tell you about it some time.
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There you are...EVERYONE...knows him!
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When my friends arrived back from the USA recently they had a number of burst pipes in the house but they had turned the water off at the mains so the damage was limited thank goodness. I don't think anyone anticipated it to be as cold as it was but if any one is going away in the future perhaps it's not a bad idea to turn the water off,
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Modern Central heating systems generally have a frost setting. With a sealed system, I understand that it is safe to leave the CH on even if the water is turned off using the frost setting on the thermostats. The house will then be kept above freezing and there should not be any bursts to worry about. ££$
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Think ' frost stats' just turn pump on.
Moving water won't freeze, but won't warm the rest of the house.
Best bet if your way, turn water off and drain system.
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I remember Aber Falls freezing Mike, so if a large waterfall can freeze up then I'm taking no chances with water in narrow pipes. I'll turn the water off though if I am away for some time this Winter.
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Modern Central heating systems generally have a frost setting. With a sealed system, I understand that it is safe to leave the CH on even if the water is turned off using the frost setting on the thermostats. The house will then be kept above freezing and there should not be any bursts to worry about. ££$
Yorkie, I was told that my boiler automatically kicks in as the temperature goes below zero degrees... and there is some evidence that it has been doing that. On other days I'm not so sure...
But my burst pipe (and I suspect many other peoples) came about due to the pipe being on an outside wall, or actually outside.
These pipes are seperate from the central system, and are plumbed in for washing machines or garden taps.
At my last house, I had them covered in cold weather, I never had a problem.
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Modern Central heating systems generally have a frost setting. With a sealed system, I understand that it is safe to leave the CH on even if the water is turned off using the frost setting on the thermostats. The house will then be kept above freezing and there should not be any bursts to worry about. ££$
Yorkie, I was told that my boiler automatically kicks in as the temperature goes below zero degrees... and there is some evidence that it has been doing that. On other days I'm not so sure...
But my burst pipe (and I suspect many other peoples) came about due to the pipe being on an outside wall, or actually outside.
These pipes are seperate from the central system, and are plumbed in for washing machines or garden taps.
At my last house, I had them covered in cold weather, I never had a problem.
It depends on age and models of boilers, some might automatically kick in if temperatures fall, others won't do anything leading to freezing pipes and some (like mine) have a frost setting (denoted by a snowflake on the control panel) which the system can be left on. In addition sealed systems should regularly be flushed through with a cleanser and then an inhibitor (which includes anti-freeze) needs to be added along with water when getting the system back up to the correct pressure.
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Had leaflet through the door today advertising a new Taxi service by J & F Cars which I found rather interesting, especially regarding their payment terms.
One can pay by (all) credit and debit cards but there is a 10% surcharge! WOW!! ZXZ
Seems that they also accepy PayPal , "the safe payment option..." ££$
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well they can stick that then, sounds like a branch of Ryan Air (Ryan Road?)
I never use taxis, too expensive compared to driving myself! ^*^0
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Actually the amount they wish to add on as a "convenience" fee is in direct contravention of all the Credit Card companies terms and conditions. The extra charge can only be made if a discount is also offered for other methods of payment, and it truly reflects the retailer's cost of administering the card payment.
It would appear that most Card "convenience" charges are in fact illegal and can be reclaimed. $thanx$
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One can pay by (all) credit and debit cards but there is a 10% surcharge! WOW!! ZXZ
I used to have one of these terminals in my cab. The 10% fee is charged by the company that owns the terminal, not the driver.
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I would look into the legalities of it. )*)&
Just found this:
Which? launches super complaint about credit card feesMarch 31, 2011
By Rachel Constantine
Consumer charity Which? has this week submitted a super complaint to the Office of Fair Trading, calling for an investigation into “excessive” charges levied on credit card and debit card payments.
Which? has argued that the charges are unjustified and warned that more and more organisations are using them. It says that while each debit card transaction costs organisations no more than 20p and credit card transactions cost them less than two per cent of the full purchase amount, many are levying much higher fees.
It cites examples such as some companies charging flat rates of £5.95 and more to customers using a credit card, whilst one letting firm is accused of levying a £25 charge on a £5,000 flat deposit. Some London taxi companies are said to be adding a 12.5 per cent fee on top of the taxi fare for those paying by card.
Which? chief executive Peter Vicary-Smith said, “Consumers are really fed up with paying excessive card charges. So far, over 40,000 people have pledged their support for our campaign to bring these to an end. Low-cost airlines are some of the worst offenders, but excessive card surcharges are becoming ever more widespread, with everyone from cinemas and cabs to hotels and even some local authorities getting in on the act.”
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I was able to find a firm who could remove the moss from my roof. They first scraped the moss off and then pressure washed it before finally applying a solution to prevent the moss coming back.
There were three men engaged on it and worked very hard for about 7 hours. The result was very impressive and the cost for all that was very reasonable.
Care & Repair from Anglesey was the firm (Prop Anthony Evans) Tel 01248 489108
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Domestic appliances and electrical work - A55 Appliance Rescue (Martin Davidson t/a) - tel 530824
Our electric oven would not heat up earlier this week. Rang Martin yesterday, he arrived within the hour, and diagnosed that the element had gone. New one ordered and fitted this morning, so everything back in order. Many thanks Martin.
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Energy Performance Certificate needed, can anyone recommend someone local to inspect property and supply certificate at reasonable cost? $good$
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Energy Performance Certificate needed, can anyone recommend someone local to inspect property and supply certificate at reasonable cost? $good$
I've not used them, so cant personally recommend, but these guys may be worth a look:
http://www.epc4us.co.uk/ (http://www.epc4us.co.uk/)
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Energy Performance Certificate needed, can anyone recommend someone local to inspect property and supply certificate at reasonable cost? $good$
Does that mean you are thinking of moving then? (based on your other post and putting 2 & 2 together )
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I was a Boy Scout and you know what their motto is! ;D Just being prepared, and as the EPC lasts for 10 years I may as well get one now and save time later if necessary.
I've wanted to move for sometime as all my Family and the Kids are dahn sahf and there is really nothing to keep us here. Her indoors is the stumbling block so I'll have to win her round with a few well chosen words and some very expensive presents. ;D
Thanks for your input Dave but was wanting a local recommendation if possible. If nothing comes up I'll ask one of the local Estate Agents. $thanx$
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January 2009 we had to get the home information pack at around £400 before we could sell the house, a total waste of money :rage: and not long afterwards it was scrapped after the general election +}}{-- we sold the house ok though!
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Yorkie? How can you say there is nothing to keep you here?
The beauty of this area, (ignoring the well documented eyesores) .. The Gt Orme, Conwy Castle, The Pier... OK,maybe not the pier.
Anyhow, we too paid best part of £500 for the HIP pack, what a rip off that was.
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Energy Performance Certificate needed, can anyone recommend someone local to inspect property and supply certificate at reasonable cost? $good$
Try the office in Queens Road in C-y-D opposite the County Hotel.
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Yorkie? How can you say there is nothing to keep you here?
The beauty of this area, (ignoring the well documented eyesores) .. The Gt Orme, Conwy Castle, The Pier... OK,maybe not the pier.
Ah yes! You are so right! However, there is beauty in many other parts of the UK and having lived in the counties round London, the Midlands, West Country, Scotland, and Wales it could be times for pastures new and Lambourn seems like a good choice. Very handy for the Heart of England and close enough to the relatives. Might even manage to get a few good racing tips from the stables! ;D
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We used to live in The Valley of the White Horse (er indoors was brought up in Wantage), a lovely area, mind you it will cost a lot more for a good property!
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Memories of all the Aldermaston Marches came back when I saw Wantage!
Lambourn is a lovely Town (village) with all the essentials for living but is close enough to Hungerford and Swindon if one wants to go to the bigger shops and stores. My Daughter actually lives in Lambourn and sent us the details so we would not be without help to settle in and find our way round. We have been there a number of times already so are fairly familiar with the area.
As for prices they are quite reasonable and no worse than Llandudno, in fact I think we would have a few bob change if we sold and moved! No decision yet so we'll have to wait and see. ;)
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What's the Lambourn forum like? or are you already on it? :laugh:
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Just had a quick look and it looks quite good. The Parish only has about 4000 people (and twice as many horses I suspect) and this is an extract from the blurb about the Parish Council.
The Parish Council has Committees and Advisory Committees, each meeting approximately quarterly. Contractors are employed to maintain the cemeteries and churchyards and the Memorial Hall, a part-time Clerk for 20 hours a week, an Assistant Clerk for 15 hours a week, as well as a Litter Picker who keeps the Parish Council owned public spaces clean and a Caretaker for the Memorial hall and Public Convenience. The parish Council has to work closely with the West Berkshire District Council who provide many of the services for the village of Lambourn.
It would appear that they are more active than the Llandudno lot! _))*
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We have just had some UPVC cladding work on the dormers to the front and rear of the house. The work was undertaken by RHI (Reid Home Improvements) a local firm from Llanrhos (01492 338909). On the basis of the way they carried out our work, their attitude to delivering a quality product and the end result I can heartily recommend them to all the members of the forum requiring any building work.
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What's the Lambourn forum like? or are you already on it? :laugh:
Yorkie will be setting up the Lambourn Local forum, no doubt. $good$ ;D
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We have just had some UPVC cladding work on the dormers to the front and rear of the house. The work was undertaken by RHI (Reid Home Improvements) a local firm from Llanrhos (01492 338909). On the basis of the way they carried out our work, their attitude to delivering a quality product and the end result I can heartily recommend them to all the members of the forum requiring any building work.
Always good to hear about a good local business. Do they carry out general building work as well?
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Yes. Although they hadn't at that stage done a lot of UPVC cladding work we were offered reference sites from a few different types of work they had carried out. We followed up a few of those before taking them on. They've also got a website www.rhimprovements.co.uk (http://www.rhimprovements.co.uk)
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After a long search, we finally got someone to service our boiler D) He live just around the corner (in Penrhyn Bay) and his name is
Stuart Mills Heating Services 01492 547420 mobile 0955963730
Just had our boiler serviced, oven and gas fire checked, here for a good couple of hours, just cost £40 plus vat. great chap, great price D) D)
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Anyone know where I can buy good quality Frogs Legs and Edible Snails in the Three Towns. Frozen or fresh. Snails either in shell or loose. :P
I would like to start a small snail farm for our own use but can't seem to find a starter kit anywhere. :D
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Going back a good few years Yorkie, there was a commercial snail farm on Dinerth Road in Rhos/Colwyn Bay. I believe it was a very successful enterprise and they even exported snails to France! I have no idea if it is still there.
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I'll ask the wife as she lived in Dinerth Road with her parents - few years ago though! I make some enquiries, many thanks. :D
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I'll ask the wife as she lived in Dinerth Road with her parents - few years ago though! I make some enquiries, many thanks. :D
It was probably in the mid eighties when I remember it.
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I'll ask the wife as she lived in Dinerth Road with her parents - few years ago though! I make some enquiries, many thanks. :D
It was probably in the mid eighties when I remember it.
I believe it closed down as business was.......slow. :D
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Its not every day that you need any wrought-iron or steelwork, such as gates or railings... but if anyone does, then I have to give a special mention to David Williams Ltd, Builder Street, Llandudno.
It is well known to some Forum members how badly I have been let down by several so called 'builders' during the course of this year. But now, due to ''HE who knows all things in Llandudno'', I have some really great guys on the job, finishing the project off properly.
None more so than David Williams Ltd.
I needed a Juliet Balcony, designing from scratch, making and then installing.
Gareth arrived the same day as my enquiry, took basic measurements, and emailed me some designs within 24 hours.
I liked the quote, and from that moment it was less than a week to get the thing made and expertly installed.
I'm delighted with the product, service and price... and I can 100% recommend this company to all Forum members.
Thanks to Moira, Gareth and all at David Williams Ltd.
Note..There will be feedback and hopefully recommendations posted on this Forum for the other tradesmen working on my extension project, just as soon as each element of the job is completed.
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If anybody needs any garden work done. This is the person to do it -> Owen Lawn Care http://on.fb.me/ojIYs6 (http://on.fb.me/ojIYs6)
Ex-head groundkeeper at Llanfairfechan Golf Club
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I was sorry to hear that you had been let down badly by builders Fester but glad to know that Brian's recommendations are helping you out now.
Last December when the weather was freezing hard our Central Heating boiler conked out and we were badly let down by a plumber and to add insult to injury he was a close relation. Although we never took you up on it, we very much appreciated your kind and genuine offer of a loan of your Halogen heater. $thanx$
At Christmas time a friend recommended someone who he said was an excellent tradesman, very reliable and very reasonable with his prices.
Well he was certainly two out of the three qualities but we were so cold and desperate by that time that I did something I never do normally and that is to not get an estimate beforehand. It's an awful feeling to be let down by a builder but then to be mugged afterwards is a double whammy!
It'll never happen to me again as I had 4 estimates for our most recent renovation and won't recommend anyone unless they meet all the criteria needed.
I hope all goes well with your workmen and look forward to hear about any recommendations as I'll need tradesmen in the future.
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Thanks Hugo, and yes I have learned harsh and costly lessons this year.
I have learned to do a lot for myself too!
But in terms of recommendations, I would only make a recommendation AFTER all work is done, tested, and paid for.
Until then, you are never QUITE sure are you?
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If one is of pensionable age (over 60) there is always Conwy Care and Repair based in Mochdre. They can have a look at your job, recommend businesses who have a good reputation in the same field, or offer a turnkey service where they will supervise the works.
See http://www.conwycareandrepair.org.uk/ (http://www.conwycareandrepair.org.uk/)
Welcome
Conwy Care and Repair assists older people, over 60 by providing advice and practical assistance with regard to repairs, renovations and adaptations to their homes so that they can live independently and in comfort, securely in their own homes.
Our Mission Statement
“Conwy Care and Repair will assist older people over the age of 60 living in private sector housing with regard to repairs, renovations, maintenance and adaptations to their homes enabling them to live independently in a safe, warm and secure home”
What we can do for you
Discuss and advise on how to pay for work that needs to be done.
Help with filling in forms for grants, benefits, loans, insurance claims etc.
Liaise with the Local Authority Grants Department, Social Services, the Benefits Agency and other relevant agencies as required.
Provide a technical service.
Help you select a reliable builder.
Provide help and support whilst work is in progress so that you are kept informed.
Ensure that you are satisfied with the work before payment is made to the builder.
Advise about welfare benefits to make sure you are receiving your full entitlement.
If repair/adaptations are not the solution we can put you in touch with other organisation’s who may be able to help.
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On the face of it, that is a fantastic service...
If it does what it says, I shall wait 13 more years before having any work done again, to ensure I qualify!
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You could have taken in a lodger! _))*
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CARPETS AND FLOOR COVERING
As my house extension project nears its end, I was in the market for several carpets.
After purchasing them from Carpetright, I then remembered a guy I first had dealings with over 5 years ago.
Steve Williams, (S.Williams Carpets)
He is on 07737 669976
Or.. swilliamscarpets@hotmail.com
I asked Carpetright to nominate him for the fitting, as I had received such great service back then.
True to form Steve did a fantastic job, at excellent rates...
He is extremely thorough, neat and tidy... and a thoroughly decent guy too.
I have no hesitation in recommending Steve Williams to anyone on the Forum who needs new carpets.
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d'you know what Fester....you and your lovely Wife are thoroughly nice people too Mr Man xx :-*
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Ahhhh, Thanks Pen! You're not too bad yourself kid! But I'm crap at fitting carpets... :(
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Everyone needs electrical work doing at some point.
Recently, I needed a lot of it doing, as part of my house extension... and I needed some one who could put right a lot of poor quality work by previous tradesmen.
It involved a full trace and inspect of the house wiring, new sockets, lighting etc... Also the full test and certification required for insurance purposes.
ANDY BOYLE ELECTRICAL were recommended to me, by 2 very good friends of mine..(Brian Thomas and our very own Dave R)
I have to say that the work (which has now been completed) was first class.
Andy himself is very calm and methodical, whereas other tradesmen had caused panic, Andy simply gets the job done very efficiently.
Also working for Andy are Steve Byrne and Anthony, two very skillful and good natured guys.
So, I have been delighted with every aspect of the work done by BOYLE ELECTRICAL, and I would be pleased to recommend them to any Forum member for any job, no matter how big or small.
You can reach Andy on 07767 426162 or boylea3@gmail.com
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Andy Boyle is a great guy, and a very good electrician. You can't go wrong with him. $good$
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I'll second that too as Andy has done some work for me in the past $good$
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We found a nice little Antique / collectors shop yesterday, good prices and he seems a good chap running it too!
It's called Trinity Trove at 6 Trinity Avenue near to the railway station.
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Peter ---He was featured on the Antiques Road trip a month or so ago !
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Yes, thats him
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With my recent recommendations of local businesses, I have always waited until the work is done, tested and invoiced before I can be certain to give the recommendation.
In line with that, I want to now recommend BRIAN THOMAS, Plumbing and Heating, to anyone who has any plumbing requirements.
Phone 07767 447110
Its no great secret anyway, as I and many other Forum members have done business with Brian in the past, and had nothing but great service.
But this time around, it was a whole new level because there were loads of problems left over from my previous (so-called) builders and plumbers....which Brian tackled and put right as the first priority.
Such things as radiators, toilets, a dishwasher and outside piping all had to be done.
There was also the need to fully install an 'under floor' heating system. Which was left in a terrible state by the previous guys. A feat in itself.
Everything has been done to the highest standard.. and I even have £50 left out of my budget, to spend in The King's Head tonight.
The other great thing about dealing with Brian Thomas is, he knows all the other best tradesmen in the area, so he was able to get me out of the mire with electricians, plasterers, builders and all the rest.
So, whatever you need doing in the world of plumbing....THINK BRIAN!
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As many of you will know, I have had several nightmares with an extension building project this year.
The big mistake I made was to choose builders from many miles away, without local recommendations.
However, to put everything right and finish the job properly, there WAS a local firm who I wish I had known about at the beginning.
DEAN SEAGER, (General Builders and Plasterers) was recommended to me by Brian Thomas.
Dean stepped in and took control of the project, after the previous firm got out of their depth and abandoned it.
Dean's work was recommended to me by others in the Llandudno area also, and as the work began it was easy to see why.
With Dean there is none of this 'give us some money for materials up front' ... or any 'vague estimates'
Dean quoted a good and fair rate for each stage of the job, the quote was honoured and never increased.
No payment is necessary until the job was fully complete and I was happy with it. (Isn't that a refreshing change?)
Also with Dean Seager, you get the services of a superb team. I want to particularly thank Chris and Danny who are brilliant guys and superb craftsmen.
In summary, I have had plastering, rendering, paving, sewerage and pipework, foundations and brickwork...also some joinery all done by Dean's crew.
The quality of every aspect has been first class. I am delighted with it.
If anyone reading this wishes to come and inspect the work Dean has done for me, you are most welcome... just send me a PM (private message)
If you are considering any building work, anything from garden walls to full extensions... I would urge you to contact Dean Seager on;
07767 805246
or email - deanseager10@googlemail.com
I wish I had known about Dean at the start of 2010. I would have saved a lot of time, money, stress...
And I would have had a superior job done too.
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As a follow up to the recent house extension, we had a lot of jobs which required a joiner.
This was to give everything a quality finish.
I remembered that GARY CARSON from Rhos-on-Sea had made a great job of rectifying some errors made by my kitchen fitters, so I called him up.
Today he has fitted me some new internal doors, plus other remedial work, and I have recruited him to replace the steps in a staircase that we have that in our garden.
I am lucky because Gary is often in high demand, though I believe he does have slots available at the moment.
His rates are very good... his work is of the highest quality, and he is a brilliant lad too!
So, if you have the need for a joiner, from hanging a door to a fully fitted kitchen, I can totally recommend;
GARY CARSON - Tel 07825 758739
E-mail zandgcarson@hotmail.co.uk
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I had the misfortune to catch the sleeve of my nice new coat on a door handle earlier this week. What a mess, but someone suggested I take it to
The Zip Yard, 38 Madoc Street, Llandudno tel 01492 870808
Amongst other things they carry out garment repairs and alterations.
I collected the coat this morning and was delighted with the repair, and the reasonable cost.
The customer service was impeccable too. Many thanks.
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I bought a fantastic leather flying jacket on Tuesday, unfortunately it had a large tear across the shoulder. A friend suggested I take the coat to the Zip Yard which I did and was truly gob smacked at the repair work the girl did, honestly I'm chuffed to bits. I was only charged £20 + £3 as I wanted it done the same day, within 2 hrs I received a text saying my coat was ready. Fabulous place that I would highly recommend to anyone. ;D
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I also used them recently to make a cushion cover for an odd shaped cushion pad. Good job.
Saw their car in town today.
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Having just moved to Rhos on Sea we found that there was no Freeview signal, this was because the aerial cable had been cut off! Following a recommendation on here we called in the chaps from Orme Television. At a very reasonable charge they fitted a new cable to the existing aerial and into the room, also without asking they set up my new BT Vision box! A great service from Orme Television on
01492 875352.
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Yorkie recommended them on the Forum some time ago and I had them to do some work for me. They were excellent and the rates were very reasonable and I'd have no hesitation in reccomending them to anyone. $good$
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Cor' I dun something rite for a change - Unlike First Choice Travel in Parc Llandudno today!
My wife and I visited this example of a Holiday Superstore at about 2.30 today. Apart from one couple at one desk the rest of the seven or eight staff were sat at their desks, chatting to each other and appearing to be doing nothing of importance.
We went in with the intention of booking a cruise to celebrate our 40th Wedding Anniversary in the Summer, basic value around £4,000 plus a few extras. We mooched around looking at Cruise Brochures and discussing the various merits of what we saw, spent time looking at the Manager's Specials and in fact wandered to almost every corner of the showroom. We were in the store for a good 15 to 20 minutes and were not approached or greeted by ANY MEMBER OF THE STAFF. In fact I had to pinch myself to make sure I was actually there - I felt just like the Invisible Man.
Being a rather scruffy and very casual dresser I can only presume that they all thought I was incapable of affording anything in the brochures I was reading, whereas the reverse is actually the case. Finally I stopped in the middle of the showroom and said to the Mrs that we would go and check what's available on the Internet. I had a last look round at all the girls, and apart from one who had approached a young couple who had just entered the store. they appeared oblivious to our presence. :rage:
We left - I suggest no one else bothers to even go in unless they just want to do a Greta Garbo and "be alone". I was reminded of that old song
WE'RE BUSY DOING NOTHING,
WORKING THE WHOLE DAY THROUGH.
TRYING TO FIND LOTS OF THINGS,
NOT TO DO.
WE'RE BUSY DOING NOTHING,
ISN T IT JUST A CRIME?
WE'D LIKE TO BE UNHAPPY,
BUT WE NEVER DO HAVE THE TIME.
_))*
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Yorkie, its service like that which makes me glad I am not a shareholder in First Choice (or TUI Travel)
To be fair, when Mrs Fester called in to book a holiday for four of us, later this year, it was a smooth process.
They were also very good on the phone later when I wanted to amend the booking a week later.
But, as you say, the lack of motivation to accommodate a potentially high spending customer is simply not good enough. &shake&
I reckon that your booking would have double the takings for the entire day, maybe more.
I would be tempted to let the regional manager for First Choice know about your experience.
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I would be tempted to let the regional manager for First Choice know about your experience.
The Regional Manager has already indicated, by the total lack of customer service by his or her staff, that any training given has been a waste of time. The staff should be motivated themselves and I suspect they have a soft, useless, uninterested Manager who has failed miserably to get the respect and cooperation of the Store Staff. I could motivate the lot of them in half an hour, and afterwards any non responsive effort would soon result in being shown the door! >>>
You've been there Fester so you know the score as well as I do.
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I would be tempted to let the regional manager for First Choice know about your experience.
The Regional Manager has already indicated, by the total lack of customer service by his or her staff, that any training given has been a waste of time. The staff should be motivated themselves and I suspect they have a soft, useless, uninterested Manager who has failed miserably to get the respect and cooperation of the Store Staff. I could motivate the lot of them in half an hour, and afterwards any non responsive effort would soon result in being shown the door! >>>
You've been there Fester so you know the score as well as I do.
Indeed I have, and I'm glad I only have to manage myself these days.
I noticed over the years that the calibre and attitude of people entering the workforce was getting progressively worse.
I used to spend 80% of my time on business results and 20% on staff 'issues' in the early years.
By the time I finished, those figures had more or less reversed. :(
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I've just had a British Gas engineer round to replace my meter. Unfortunately he has found a problem with my boiler! Can anyone recommend a good, local, "Gas Safe" registered boiler repair man please?
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Paddy, give Tom Gas a call on 07786556902.
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Sorry to cut across the Gas boiler thread but while I remember. We have just had a new pitched roof put on to replace the previous flat roof on the dormer. The work was undertaken by RHI (Reid Home Improvements) a local firm from Llanrhos (01492 338909). It's the second time we have used them and on the basis of the way they again carried out our work, their attitude to delivering a quality product and the end result I can heartily recommend them to all the members of the forum requiring any building work.
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Yorkie...
Next time you are online ... can you take a look at my question below,
Ian or Dave ..
Remember the old Forum and the need to re-arrange threads more logically?
Well, I believe this one belongs in Ask a Local, or Help Wanted
...And surely Quiz Time belongs somwhere other than Ask a Local?
(A cynic would say it belongs in Dave and Trojans personal messages section)
Thanks,
Fest
Only just seen your posting - I mark a lot as read these days - especially those of no interest to me.
Yorkie
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I've just read the comments by Yorkie and Fester about the travel superstore. Basically Yorkie was ignored.
This is , or was, unusual. Before the Internet came along I used to use travel agents and I used to absolutely HATE the way as soon as you got in the door to look at brouchers they were there, at your elbow, and wouldn't leave you alone to study anything. Where do you want to go? Don't know. Well this is where you should go. Etc etc
Having spent a lot of my life in retailing I would suggest the staff should acknowledge any customer with a good morning and an offer to assist if required.
By Yorkie experience it looks as if the travel trade has gone from one extreme to another. Mike
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Which is one reason I now almost always use the Internet and a lovely company called Travel Republic.
On this occasion I was looking for something "special" for our Ruby Anniversary and I certainly got it - totally ignored - how "special" is that? $angry$
Not all is lost as I am finding lots on offer on t'internet. :D
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I went on holiday a few years ago to Greece we met a couple who booked First Choice they put them in a cellar with a leaking fridge and a very nasty smell we helped them move to locally own apartments (First choice did nothing) to quote the couple' first choice last choice.
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We recently bought a new shed / workshop and needed a good solid base, Tom Florence was recommended and he did a great job at a very fair price, he's just done some work on our chimney stack and ridge tiles, again a great job at a great price! A great chap! D)
(http://i1088.photobucket.com/albums/i331/penrhynpigeons/DSCN1573.jpg)
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Just had a small job done by a very helpful young man. His firm seems to do everthing from new build to small jobs, electricals, plumbing etc
Dowdall Building Contractors
01492 437 425
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I need half a dozen old replacement windows replacing! The hardwood sub frames have half perished and some of the glazed panels have lost their seal. Penrhryn Bay.
Any recommendations based on recent experiences please?
$thanx$
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They're softwood, surely?
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They're softwood, surely?
The windows have been replaced in the past with double glazed units and are not the original single glazed windows. I estimate that the work must have been carried out maybe as long as 30 years ago when they installed upvc window frames in a hardwood outer frame. Softwood would probably have failed ages ago. The present wooden surround is still firm but has surface cracking, odd bits of rot and needs constant maintenance. Easier to change them all than muck about with bits and pieces.
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Windowtech did some for us.
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I have a fifteen year old white BMW.
Some rust is beginning to appear above the O/S Rear wheel.
I have been quoted over £450 by a local body shop to repair such a small area.
Can someone please recommend a small and reputable business that may be more competitive?
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I just had a good job done on the Herald convertible chassis by Ian Hughes in Mochdre, a friend also said Crash Repairs in Mochdre (at the rear of Quinton Hazell) were very good too ££$
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Richmond garage in Old Colwyn back of the Honda centre just off the r'bout Erias park
I have been going there for years, very ,very reasonable.
Last job I was quoted £500 plus VAT from Ian Hughes, they did it for £200, YES £200 and it a brilliant job.
I have no connection with them other than as a satisfied customer.
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Thank you both.
I shall definitely follow up those leads next week.
I am also in the market for replacing the guttering on our home and garage.
I shall also want the soffits fitted with white UPVC boards.
Has anybody got any recommendations to make again from their past experience?
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I've used Richardson Windows (07940 432881) a couple of times. They did my soffits, fascias & gutters a couple of years ago & did an excellent job at a very reasonable price. I think Fester had some work done by them too & was very pleased with the results.
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Another thumbs up for Richardson windows. Matt is a really nice guy and the lads that work for him are great.
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I'd like to recommend Furniture4All in Craig Y Don (across the road from Le Gatte). I needed a few bits and pieces recently, the chap who runs it was very pleasant/helpful, prices were reasonable and he delivered on the date/time specified. $good$
http://www.leaderlive.co.uk/businessdirectory/view.aspx?id=96846 (http://www.leaderlive.co.uk/businessdirectory/view.aspx?id=96846)
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I've used Richardson Windows (07940 432881) a couple of times. They did my soffits, fascias & gutters a couple of years ago & did an excellent job at a very reasonable price. I think Fester had some work done by them too & was very pleased with the results.
Yes, SDQ and Yorkie.
Matt Richardson of Richardson's Windows did a great job on my conservatory and other windows.
Soon after, he replaced all the windows in my neighbour's house accross the road.
The price was pleasing, the work was done quickly and efficiently.
I would definitely recommend!
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Matt has been round to our home and has given me a price which I am happy with so I have instructed Matt to proceed.
Yesterday, I visited Leon and got a quote for my car.
It is very very reasonable and I have already booked it in for next Monday and Tuesday with Richmond Garage opposite the entrance to Eirias Park.
Richmond garage in Old Colwyn back of the Honda centre just off the r'bout Erias park
I have been going there for years, very ,very reasonable.
Last job I was quoted £500 plus VAT from Ian Hughes, they did it for £200, YES £200 and it a brilliant job.
I have no connection with them other than as a satisfied customer.
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I'm sure that you'll be pleased with Richmond Garage Bri. When I had a quote for damage to my car caused by a hit and run driver Richmond's quote was over £200.00 cheaper that Ian Hughes'
I never had the work done by anyone as I sold the car on to a garage dent and all, but my neighbour who has Mercedes cars recommended it me and has been very pleased with the work they did for her.
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Just had an excellent job done by 'Chip's Away'.
Some kind soul left us with a small, but very deep scratch on the car in Asda car park. ( I wouldn't care but I always park miles away from anywhere occupied by people or trollies, but there you go)
My OH contacted them via the internet in the first instance, we received a very prompt reply and the young man came, complete with all the gear and did an excellent job. They even bring a marquee affair with them if you have no garage.
http://www.chipsaway.co.uk/services?gclid=CPnZ3pKS4rICFYTMtAod6XUAQQ (http://www.chipsaway.co.uk/services?gclid=CPnZ3pKS4rICFYTMtAod6XUAQQ)
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Nice one Nemesis, I will follow up on that.
Due to inconsiderate workmen, and even worse ASDA parking types, my car is now more scratches than car.
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Sounds more like a re-spray job !! ;D
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Energy Performance Certificate needed, can anyone recommend someone local to inspect property and supply certificate at reasonable cost? $good$
Just found this thread. Even though i live a couple of hours away can provide a fast and efficient epc service.
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Pity we are unable to PM each other! Travel cost will be the killer! I have a local agent able to do it now, and thanks for reminding me as I had forgotten all about it. :D
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This morning Dave Jones of Dave Jones Kitchens (Tel 01492 535518) walked over a mile through the snow to disconnect our Gas cooker arriving bang on time as previously arranged.
He has done an excellent job fitting our new kitchen and we are thrilled with the results. He's very thorough and completely reliable and I would have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone. I just wish that we had known about him years ago but we are having a new bathroom this year so we'll be using his expertise again.
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We have used Orme Television of Llandudno a number of times and Tony and Keith were back again on Monday to fit a TV in our new kitchen. It was a complicated job and the conditions outside were atrocious but the end result was excellent.
Very professional workmen and a couple of really nice guys too and the rates were very reasonable.
That was another good recommendation from Yorkie in the first place and I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending them to anyone, $good$
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$thanx$ It's nice to know. Z**
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Richmond garage in Old Colwyn back of the Honda centre just off the r'bout Erias park
I have been going there for years, very ,very reasonable.
Last job I was quoted £500 plus VAT from Ian Hughes, they did it for £200, YES £200 and it a brilliant job.
I have no connection with them other than as a satisfied customer.
After seeing this post we needed some bodywork doing on the Jag so after getting a quote from Ian Hughes (which was very high!) we went to see Leon at Richmond Garage, the quote was a third, yes one third! We have just collected the car and an excellent job has been done! Very happy with it, a great chap too who loves classic cars, highly recommended! This forum has just saved me about £800!! D)
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This forum has just saved me about £800!! D)
Send a cheque to the usual address, please. $thanx$
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I would, but you've moved and not left a forwarding address! :laugh:
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We need a reasonably-priced local electrican to call round to C-y-D and simply replace a broken light switch and mend a double wall socket.
Any recommendations?
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Bri, Andy Boyle Electrical was recommended to me by Dave R and Brian Thomas.
He and his boys did a great job for me, and very reasonable too.
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Thanks, Fester, but it is not that big a job.
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Up to you Bri, but I have had Andy or one of his lads back for smaller jobs such as the odd light fitting, a security light etc.
I think he does all types of jobs, big or small, but as I say it's up to you.
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That's fine then, Fester.
Do you still have his contact details as I can only find John Boyle Electrical?
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That's fine then, Fester.
Do you still have his contact details as I can only find John Boyle Electrical?
http://www.192.com/atoz/business/llandudno-ll30/electrical-contractors-and-electricians/boyle-electrical/896c0d4ac7b6769f15bd14888d3a7412e242397d/ml/ (http://www.192.com/atoz/business/llandudno-ll30/electrical-contractors-and-electricians/boyle-electrical/896c0d4ac7b6769f15bd14888d3a7412e242397d/ml/)
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I call him on his mobile, 07767 426162
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Thank you DaveR and Fester.
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Thank you DaveR and Fester.
Any of the lads who work for him, if sent, will do you a good job.
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Firstly my apologies for anyone within a couple of miles of the Orme(it felt that loud anyway from inside the house) who might have been disturbed by my security alarm blurring away intermittently but extremely loudly from about 5 am this morning. Strobe Security from Colwyn Bay came and sorted me out today. They arrived on time and did a magnificent job of diagnosing and rectifying the problem.
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i could just about hear it but had no idea where it was coming from
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it would have been from the house with all the lights on and the man seen wandering round the house and garden shouting "how the **** do you turn this off".
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Dear all, when I had work done on my house a couple of years ago, I had a loft-hatch and ladders fitted, you know those fold away type. But at the time, it was the builder who fitted them, and that cowboy has long since been run out of town.
My neighbour needs such a loft hatch doing now, and I wondered if anyone knows who would do such a thing.
General Builder perhaps? (If so I'll contact Dean Seager), A roofer maybe? Or would it be a joiner?
I'm not sure, any suggestions are welcome, and I will let her know.
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Dear all, when I had work done on my house a couple of years ago, I had a loft-hatch and ladders fitted, you know those fold away type. But at the time, it was the builder who fitted them, and that cowboy has long since been run out of town.
My neighbour needs such a loft hatch doing now, and I wondered if anyone knows who would do such a thing.
General Builder perhaps? (If so I'll contact Dean Seager), A roofer maybe? Or would it be a joiner?
I'm not sure, any suggestions are welcome, and I will let her know.
It's a job for a joiner as joists will need cutting etc
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I would have a word with Dean Seager if I were you Fester, he should have a good joiner who you know you can rely on, he has,nt let you down up to now
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Mike/Bri.... Good advice lads.
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A recommendation for anyone who's looking for any landscaping or general building work in their garden locally. Very high quality of work carried out.
http://www.taylorslandscapes.co.uk/ (http://www.taylorslandscapes.co.uk/)
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We had a new kitchen fitted about 3 years ago, and little snags needed putting right at the time.
But now, I find that a couple of the cupboard doors, (which were never perfect) are now sagging really badly from the hinges, and despite my ham-fisted adjustments, I only make things worse.
Does anyone know a decent joiner, or kitchen fitter who would re-align (or maybe even replace) just a couple of cupboard doors?
Preferably someone you have used, and can recommend.
It's not a big job for a tradesman, but these snags are annoying my wife... which in turn makes my life hell! :laugh:
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A thumbs up for the phone repair shop on Greenfield Road, Colwyn Bay. Fixed Mr Hollins' phone where all others failed.
http://www.julecomservice.com/ (http://www.julecomservice.com/)
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I went the other day to Beardsalls Jewellers in Rhos On Sea to get a watch strap replaced. Fantastic service, very pleasant people and a reasonable price. Definitely recommended. $good$
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I needed a few parking dents removing of one of the cars, I had a great job done by Biltons Dent Medic. he uses the Paintless Dent Removal techniques, which can remove dents without the use of filler, paint etc. He did a great job for us on Focus! His numbers are 01492 541583 or 07836334460, he is mobile and comes to you. There are plenty of PDR videos on YouTube to see how it is done!
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I noticed a few recommendations from around 2010 but nothing more recently. Can anyone recommend someone to do some exterior house painting including changing a magnolia coloured house into a colour more in keeping with its name ? Thank you.
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Cheaper to change the name of the house to Ty Magnolia! D)
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The same thought had crossed my mind on several occasions. :) Unfortunately white or magnolia it still is looking a bit shabby so alas it needs painting.
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There is a perfect guy to do it, on this very Forum!
Mr Wrex. But.... I hope he hasn't forgotten me, because I want my outside painting FIRST!
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with all the spare time on your hands i wander why you don,t do it you selves,you both are capable and have artistic temperaments. If you need some one to foot your ladder i,l help.
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Not the first time i've been called an artist but it's usually prefaced with an expletive. As you know, from when you kindly came to help clear the gutter for me, any more than 2 rungs up on the ladder and its eyes closed and hang on for dear life. I'd end up painting the windows :)
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There is a perfect guy to do it, on this very Forum!
Mr Wrex.
I took your advice Fester and what a great job Wrex has done. An excellent piece of work.
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There is a perfect guy to do it, on this very Forum!
Mr Wrex.
I took your advice Fester and what a great job Wrex has done. An excellent piece of work.
He's a very great man.
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Oh so did he find time to do that work for you fester 😂
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For soft furnishings, curtains, cushions:
'Mandy's Got It Covered' Lon Cymru, Llandudno 01492 871567
She has made and fitted curtains and cushions for us from material we supplied (at a fraction of the price of John Lewis curtains, as we have found...) and her work is excellent and very competitively priced.
Mandy also makes loose covers for furniture. She is highly recommended.
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Oh so did he find time to do that work for you fester 😂
He sure did Norm, to a fantastic standard..... AS ALWAYS!! $good$ $good$ $good$
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I have some shoes and boots that need re-heeling, I took them to the one by Weatherspoons last time, but each time I went back it was closed, so a reliable one would be useful to me. Are there any good ones around here?
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Gordon's back madoc street .
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I'm wanting to have the sleeves of a jacket altered and would appreciate it if anyone could recommend a good seamstress or tailor in the local area?
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Zip World in Madoc St might be able to help.
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Zip World in Madoc St might be able to help.
Further to Bellringer's post, I have used them and they gave an excellent service.
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Thank you both very much. $good$
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Deane's Removals - Vale Road Llandudno Junction LL31 9SH 01492 582934.
Local family firm, brilliant service, cannot recommend highly enough.
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Zip World in Madoc St might be able to help.
Further to Bellringer's post, I have used them and they gave an excellent service.
Thanks Bellringer and Bosun for your recommendation, I've only just taken my jacket in for alteration today and I'm very impressed with the place and the charge is very reasonable too. I'll pick it up on Saturday and am very confident that it will be perfect.
The last time I went into the shop was about 50 years ago when Mr Davies and his family ran the business, it was a completely different set up to how it is now.
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Hugo, was that Mr Percy Davies?
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and his sister?
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Hugo, was that Mr Percy Davies?
I don't know his first name but he was Jewish and his sister did work there too. When we were in our teens we took our jeans or trousers there to get narrowed in the "drainpipe" style.
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Yes that's him, Hugo, and his sister was called Lilly.
When I came to town, we bought a house in Salisbury Court and Percy and Lilly were our neighbours, and an excellent neighbour he was. He played bridge for Wales.
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Can anyone recommend an electrician, please? I have used Andy Boyle of Llandudno in the past and been very happy, but he has too much work on at the moment.
Thanks
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I have found Neil Hobson (Craigside) quite reliable and helpful.
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Andy Boyle is always busy, but is worth waiting for...
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Had excellent service (same day) from Mel Owen of Deganwy when we needed something done quickly.
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I will try Neil Hobson and Mel Owen. The electrical work has to tie in with some plumbing work I am also having done, so unfortunately I can't wait for Andy Boyle.
Many thanks for your replies.
Wally
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Looking to have some groundworks (stone masonry walls rebuilt etc) done in the garden, any recommendations for someone to do the job? $thanx$
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Just been let down by a decorator who was booked to do a wallpapering and painting job. Nothing to do with Covid just sheer bad business manners !
Thus can anyone recommend an interior decorator local to Llandudno who will do a good reliable job?
Thanks.
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We have had some excellent work completed by;
David Jones
01492 517928
07971 232155
dave_jan@tiscali.co.uk
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I suppose the people interested in this product, are not the type to leave their poo bags around ;)
A COLWYN Heights couple was alarmed at seeing dog poo bags strewn along footpaths.
As a result, they designed and have had manufactured specialist dog poo backpacks, which have proved a hit with dog lovers.
Because of the lockdown Natasha Ware and her partner Vinny set themselves a challenge of walking with their dalmatian Pippa, to each peak they could see from where they live. Natasha said: “We noticed there is never a bin around when we needed one. Secondly it was alarming to see the number of abandoned poop bags left on the side of foot paths. I don’t know whether this is because people genuinely forget about them or because they are too embarrassed to carry one around, for what could be hours at a time.
“We decided a backpack was a must on our walks but we still had the issue of carrying the dog poops. After searching the internet for possible solutions we were none the wiser. Therefore, we started to sketch our ideas, gather funds, make contact with contractors, manufacturers, designers and sourced some prototype samples and that is when the ‘DumpStore’ was born.
“We were faced with obstacles and challenges as any new business is. Shipping was an issue as prices have increased over the last year and having to make alterations to the samples on a number of occasions, but we got there in the end. The ‘Dumpstore’ is a backpack that has a dedicated compartment, completely separate from the remaining backpack, that holds dog poo.
“The poo bag is placed in to a sealed container and then slides in to the dedicated section of the backpack.”
“We have built quite a community on Instagram @pippas.paws all of which have played a part in bringing this solution to life.” Purchasers can order backpacks at: www.pippaspaws.com (http://www.pippaspaws.com).
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OMG What next?
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On Jeremy Vine show (Radio 2) yesterday, but hosted by Vanessa Feltz there was an item about dog poo bags ... mainly due to complaints from people who totally object to such a nasty habit of throwing the bags in to the hedgerows or trees, and I totally agree with them - it is a disgusting habit.
What got me was the number of dog-owners who said that they place the bag in the hedge so that they can collect it on their way back ... some admitted to forgetting or going back a different way.
Some complained about the lack of bins, but obviously not considering the poor person who would be required to empty it.
There were even people who went out and about collecting the bags for disposal, with dozens being collected in one day by some people. That just makes the dog-owners lazier than they already are.
What puzzles me is that many that I have seen are well over 8 feet up the tree - so the dog owners must be extremely tall people.
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