I am brand new to this forum and have found this thread very informative.
I have swung from "robbin Bas&*ard right round to feeling sorry for the guy. :lol:
I will try to change my lifelong attitude (feckin plumbers) to one of a more measured thoughtful approach.
Thanks for the lesson and...
Hi John
It's Les.
£100 + for an old valve plus fitting and it might still be faulty etc.
B&Q do a Vizo boiler for £400 inc vat If your mate would fit it for the same cost of fitting the gas valve that might be the best long term option.
Les