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Leaving BT broadband

Hello, I am thinking of switching fibre optic broadband service from BT to Vodafone when the term ends. BT's fees are considerably higher than any other provider, whereas Vodafone does not charge for line rental. I know from my experiences neither BT nor Vodafone have good customer service once the ...
Replies: 2
Sun Oct 09, 2016 7:03 pm

Re: When the time comes for an old dog

addled and Sid_Poopdecker,

Thank you very much.
It breaks my heart to see he is getting weaker and weaker. But I'd try to stay strong.....
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Wed Aug 31, 2016 9:28 pm

When the time comes for an old dog

Our dog is very old and slowing down and we know we must be prepared for his inevitable death.
Could someone advise on a trustworthy pet cremation service in SW London?
We would prefer individual cremation but understand there are a lot of rip-off pet funeral services out there.
Replies: 4
Sat Aug 27, 2016 9:54 am

Re: Plus Rooms, Build Team, More Space or My London Extensio

Hello Scottishdad, As I used an all in one company (big mistake) I have never used this but RIC’s website might help? It has “Find a surveyor in your area” search for surveyors who provide many kinds of specialist services. By the way I found a post by Belld in this old thread (http://www.nappyvalle...
Replies: 25
Sat Oct 18, 2014 11:29 am

Re: Recommendation and advice on a constractor/ builder plea

Through my bitter personal experience, I wouldn’t take on any builder unless I have personal references from clients and see the work with my own eyes. The temptation is always to rush in and get the job over with, but far better to take your time and do it right the first time. A new "Consumer...
Replies: 4
Thu Oct 02, 2014 9:04 pm

Re: Builders vanished - advice needed pls!

I agree with jodesy that anyone should do a company check as a starting point as a large amount of money is involved in a building project. A company check can provides a check on longevity and financial state of a company to some extent. Don’t forget the relevant directors check too. You would be s...
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Fri Sep 26, 2014 7:30 pm

Re: Lawyer referral - to sue negligent builders etc

Sorry to hear your problem. From this small sample of respondents alone it is clear that there is rampant abuse and malpractice in the industry. We also went through a disastrous building project with a so-called “extension marketing company” (we use the term advisedly because they are neither an ar...
Replies: 8
Thu Sep 04, 2014 8:33 pm