As I mentioned before, we were due to have the annual boiler service at the end of September as well as have an inhibitor put into the system and we had booked a visit from a local chap to do the work. His dad used to do the work for us years ago when we lived elsewhere ( we're going back more than 35 years ) Gradually the lad took over the work from his dad , who is not that much younger than us, and he is a gem. He gave us a half hour slot, arrived on time, put on shoe covers, laid a blanket on the worktop underneath the boiler and did a very thorough job of cleaning and testing it. He drained a drop of water from the kitchen radiator, put in the inhibitor and cleaned up. He was with us for about 45 minutes and didn't leave a single bit of mess. Wow....friendly, cheerful and competent. And the cost?
Just £103.00
He is definitely a keeper. Now all we need is the number of a competent plumber for my little black book...... 😊
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As we are in a shared ownership bungalow, we are not allowed to choose our own buildings insurance but we do have to sort out our own contents insurance, which was due for renewal at the end of September. We were insured through Sainsbury's bank but that has now been sold out to NatWest and the premium hoiked up by £10 per annum (25% increase) When I rang the renewal line I spoke to a chap with a very strong foreign accent and I simply struggled to understand him. He said that the renewal has expired and I would have to go through the process of taking out a brand new policy. I politely declined and went through Confused.com instead. I found a policy with AA for £56 but will now get the option of a free hot drink per month from Greggs (useful when we're at the allotment) as well as a £20 Sainsbury's voucher in about 2 weeks time. In effect, this policy works out cheaper !
It certainly pays to compare costs, doesn't it.
BTW I had my first free coffee on Wednesday; a pumpkin spice latte and it was delish 😎
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Thanks for popping in. Do stay safe and well wherever you happen to be,
Angie💗
Well done!
ReplyDeleteThank you :)
DeleteBrilliant results, like you we now have a good selection of trades people we love to use, you can't be too cautious when having people into your home.
ReplyDeleteExactly. Once you find a decent tradesman, hang onto him!
DeleteThat's a good insurance deal to remember.
ReplyDeleteI've never tried a pumpkin spice coffee. I know it's nothing really to do with actual pumpkins, only the spices used with them but I can't get past the idea of a pumpkin flavoured Coffee! - ugh. Needs a new name - then I might try it.
It tastes nothing like pumpkin. If you like sweetened coffee you might like it. I don't take sugar in coffee but it tastes sweet without being cloying :)
DeleteThat sounds like an excellent deal. I must look out for that one when our next renewal is due.
ReplyDeleteIt works with all kinds of insurance too. Car, home etc It's certainly worth a look.
DeleteMaybe your boiler man can recommended a plumber trades normally know each other.
ReplyDeleteI didn't think to ask him. What a jolly good idea! Thanks Jessica :)
DeleteWe have a fabulous plumber like that. And we are grateful too for good insurance policies [this week , particularly for our holiday cancellation one]
ReplyDeleteHow sad that you've had to cancel your holiday, Ang, and poor Bob. Things can always go wrong so good insurance is essential. Let's hope he gets help soon x
DeleteI hope you find a great plumber. Good idea on checking out insurance brokers. I think you got a great deal.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
It is great when you find a good and reliable workman of any sort. It is best to search round for the best deal but a pain. Regards Sue H
ReplyDeleteIt certainly takes time doesn't it and I have to be in the mood too!
DeleteI just had my house inspected for insurance renewal. First time that has happened since the initial inspection. I've always kept the one insurance company, but, if they raise the premium too much, I might have to look for another company. A lot of insurance companies don't want to insure houses in California due to our recent wild fires.
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