Recommend A Local Business

[dwsi]

If anybody needs any garden work done. This is the person to do it -> Owen Lawn Care http://on.fb.me/ojIYs6
Ex-head groundkeeper at Llanfairfechan Golf Club

[Hugo]

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.   
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.

[Fester]

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?

[Yorkie]

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/

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.

[Fester]

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!

[Yorkie]

You could have taken in a lodger!     

[Fester]

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.

[Pendragon]

d'you know what Fester....you and your lovely Wife are thoroughly nice people too Mr Man xx 

[Fester]

Ahhhh, Thanks Pen!    You're not too bad yourself kid!   But I'm crap at fitting carpets...

[Fester]

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

[DaveR]

Andy Boyle is a great guy, and a very good electrician. You can't go wrong with him.   

[Hugo]

I'll second that too as Andy has done some work for me in the past 

[Merddin Emrys]

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.

[Nemesis]

Peter ---He was featured on the Antiques Road trip a month or so ago !

[Merddin Emrys]

Yes, thats him