Repairs & tradespeople
Report a broken boiler, book a plumber and avoid cowboys.
The boiler's packed in again, so no showers today.
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Reporting a problem4
Booking and prices5
- Are you Gas Safe registered?A legal requirement for anyone working on gas.
- Is that a quote or an estimate?A quote is usually a fixed price.
- Is there a call-out charge?A fee just for coming out, before any work.
- Is that including VAT?VAT-registered traders sometimes quote without it, then add 20%.
- Could you send me an invoice?The paperwork you need for guarantees and disputes.
When they arrive3
Around the house3
Check yourself15 questions
Question 1 of 15
What does 'packed in' mean?
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