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yes have quotation that states work includes connection to mains sewer - think there can be no dispute as to what was agreed- actually i said 'cowboys' in haste- they were meant to be reputable company- have website etc and real phone numbers/address - its just since we connacted them with issue...

Building inspector was on site to view velux window that was installed in ensuite - according to the wife he took quick look at what the bodgers were doing ref the waste pipe and said since they were going into an exsiting chamber it didnt bother him... of course turns out they never connected...

this is the pipe run from the soil pipe end to a 'hole in the ground' the green marker shows where the pipe ends which is about 2ft from the chamber...almost comical incompetence - any advise on how we get our money back off them and get it done properly??? Any advise would be welcome...

Just done some digging - looks like the*****! have connected their soil pipe to a drainage pipe that has been blocked off in the past - fantastic!! think ive hired some cowboys... guess its now my problem..

Hi, had some work done and seemed reasonable standard - included new soil pipe connection to drian for ensuite to be installed - ensuite now in place and waste simply not going anywhere - should be connected upto an exsisting soil pipe underground but we have no idea how as they have...

Hi.. not sure a photo will show it too well... its not horrendous, just that its a prominent wall so want it as good as possible, will try remedial work when we decorate.

Hi, Just had two plaster jobs done by different people..first seemed ok at the time but now comparing it to the 2nd job it is far from great - but not bad enough to say do it again... My question is how best to rub down newly plastered work to get a better finish...its plaster on...

Hi, recently bought some oak veneer doors from a well known retailer... read many people seem to treat with danish oil or the like, but according to the label this is totaly against the advice (and guarantee) from the manufactuer - Looking for as natural finish as possible - anyone with...

Great feedback yes plaster straight onto brickwork -certainly prefer the ultimate solution of burying pipes into wall ..will be tricky around power points and wiring I guess and the most expensive solution i imagine. the talon skirting might be a compromise for the floor run though any...

Hi ! We have a 1950s dorma bungalow with central heating – the pipework of which downstairs runs on the surface from ceiling to floor then along skirting to the radiators and look appalling. The walls are solid as is the floor, we have been advised to box the pipework in – however a) the...