ladyruskin

We have recently had some work done by Intrigue Homes Maintenance which included some plastering, electrical works and painting & decorating. The standard of work was great, the team were friendly, efficient and competent. Winston, the decorator has great attention to detail and provided an excellent finish. The work load was well planned with a daily worksheet of tasks to be completed. Our house was left clean and tidy at the end of each day. The work was completed in the agreed timescales and to the agreed budget, with any additional costs being agreed with us in advance. The price of the service was very competitive. I would not hesitate in using them again. Contact Stephanie on 07742016412 or [email protected]

We've just had Billy and his brother Scott in to service our boiler (that Billy fitted a year ago) and replace some radiators. Another excellent job - efficient, tidy, polite and honest. Who could ask for more?

Can I suggest you contact Friends of Ruskin Park who may be able to Tweet/post the image on Facebook? http://friendsofruskinpark.org.uk/

That's good news. I hope he's alright. Thanks for the update

Has this boy been found?

My just 4yo son has seen both Minions and Inside Out (see my other post on the surviving house renovations with kids thread!) and he did huge belly laughs throughout the Minions film and only one for Inside Out. I think the latter's subject matter was a bit over his head, but the slapstick humour of Minions was spot on.

We are now 13 weeks into an 8 week project to redesign our kitchen which has included some structural work. With the exception of a 1 week holiday and a weekend away we have been at home all the time. We haven't had a washing machine but have used those of friends and neighbours plus made the most of service washes from the local laundrette for big items like towels and bedding. As we aren't doing the side return we've set up a kitchenette (microwave, fridge, toaster and toastie maker) in the dining room end of the lounge (victorian back parlour) and have eaten out A LOT. We're lucky in that we've got good canteens at work and our son get fed well at nursery so generally have beans on toast or similar on week nights. We've survived by being out of the house as much as possible and keeping our cleaner on who has made the rest of the house bearable. The spare room is just about useable even though it's got loads of boxes in it. We're hoping the end is in sight but we've still got at least a week to go. It depends on your temperaments and whet you enjoy about your house now. We've really missed the garden this summer as its full of 'stuff'.

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Thanks for all your advice and recommendations. We think we've agreed a way forward with our existing builder but will take note in case things go wrong.

We are trying to resolve things but need a back up option.

I'm not sure what you're trying to insinuate stevie but if you think that laying 23 bricks in the space of 3 days is a fair job then I pity your customers.

We are having a hell of a time with our 'project manager' and his team. Can anyone recommend a good honest builder who is available immediately to assist in getting our project back on track? Thanks

Today's time out has a top 10 of 'wild' activities for kids including ice climbing and walking over the dome/O2. They are age dependent though

Billy fitted a new boiler for us last week and I can whole heartedly recommend him. He's a perfectionist and does an excellent job. Not only that he helped secure our house for us when the builders left it without a back wall. He goes above and beyond and I'm looking forward to seeing him for our annual services for years to come.

I think it The Grove re-opened as a pub and served good food, then it would work as a viable business. Look at the Rosendale, that's away from public transport, although admittedly in a highly residential area, and they do a roaring trade. It just needs the right amount investing in it and the right vision. A nice garden, function room(s) upstairs, good food at the right price - it would be the perfect pre/post walk destination (it would certainly beat the Woodhouse in that respect), plus it's easy to reach from The Horniman.