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HIPPO’s mission is to be the UK’s leading rubbish clearance provider, delivering outstanding service, relied on and truste...
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Thomas Roof Restoration

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Thomas Roof Restoration are proud to work on your property as if it were their own. Based in Canterbury, covering Kent, So...
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27 Nov

Conservatory | Repair

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: K

Start Date: Immediate

Hi there, I`ve just moved into a new property and the conservatory roof is leaking. I can see some black rubber seals on the outside that are out of position around the glass panels. Please advise if ...

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26 Jul

Conservatory | Repair

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: Richa R

Start Date: Immediate

One of the panels of my conservatory roof keeps coming off and would like to get it fixed please. it's made of like plastic/polycarbonate material.

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05 Jul

Painter | Interior

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: Sheila S

Start Date: Immediate

bedroom painting and decorating are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 1-2 rooms are you looking to remodel t...

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24 Mar

Cleaning | Conservatory

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: Sheila S

Start Date: Immediate

clean roof and the outside of the conservatory are you the property owner: owner of the property are you looking for interior or external conservatory cleaning: external

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25 Jan

Painter | Interior

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: Kate J

Start Date: Immediate

one small wall in kitchen to be papered (chequered paper). and a slanting roof in the guest room to be papered (just one side in floral print). think they’re both fairly small jobs so thought it mad...

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11 Oct

Cleaning | Conservatory

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Ross H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer has a cleaning project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for conservatory cleaning. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a professional.confirmed i...

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10 Oct

Cleaning | Driveway / Decking

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Ross H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in the folkestone area made an enquiry a couple of projects including driveway cleaning.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you t...

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10 Oct

Cleaning | Roof cleaning

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Ross H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

complete roof clean & seal against moss, etc. are you the property owner: owner of the property what level of service do you require: whole roof clean time scale: 1-3 months property type: detached p...

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22 Jul

Cleaning | Gutters

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Elaine B

Start Date: Immediate

All the gutters around the bungalow cleaned and the down pipes cleared so that water runs away freely.

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25 Jun

Garden | Sheds

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: Kelly R

Start Date: Immediate

replacement garden shed roof. 12ft long x 4ft to ridge. standard ply with coloured felt.

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17 May

Cleaning | Conservatory

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Keith H

Start Date: Immediate

customer has a cleaning project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for conservatory cleaning. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a professional.confirmed i...

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17 May

Conservatory | Repair

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Keith H

Start Date: Immediate

slipped panel causing rain egress are you the property owner: owner of the property what part of the conservatory requires work done: conservatory roof what type of work is required: roofline/gutteri...

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14 May

Waste | Rubbish Removal

Folkestone - CT20

Enquiry from: Tom R

Start Date: Immediate

6 or 7 yard skip for monday please. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: terrace what service are you looking for: rubbish removal do you require a skip: yes interested...

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14 May

Cleaning | Gutters

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Lucinda G

Start Date: Immediate

customer visited the myguttering.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: detached property owner: owner, work description: fix leaky gutters are you the property owner: owner of the prope...

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13 Feb

Conservatory | Repair

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: Jan R

Start Date: Immediate

Roof panel loose and looking to replace and modernise panels possibly

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28 Oct

Cleaning | Gutters

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Jim S

Start Date: Immediate

customer visited the myguttering.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: semi detached, property owner: owner, work description: new facials and gutters installed 3 years ago but theres a...

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04 Oct

Cleaning | Gutters

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: Luke M

Start Date: Immediate

guttering at the rear of the house needs either a repair or cleaning as leaking heavily. the neighbor next door also wants guttering cleaning time scale: immediate please call to appoint

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07 Sep

Conservatory | Repair

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: MICHAEL R

Start Date: Immediate

guttering between house and consrvatory is leaking and may need replaced by a new larger gutter to stop the water running over it and into the conservatory. are you the property owner: owner of the p...

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23 Jul

Cleaning | Gutters

Folkestone - CT20

Enquiry from: Mohammed A

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myguttering.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Property owner: Owner, Work description: Replace existing downpipe front of house with new one. Also cle...

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22 Jun

Windows | uPVC | Repair

Folkestone - CT20

Enquiry from: David O

Start Date: Immediate

replace hinges repair seized lock and handle.(1) replace window unit 378 x598(2) are you the property owner: owner of the property what level of service do you require: supplied and fitted time scale:...

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How much do Handyman services cost?

How much do Handymans in Folkestone charge?
Costs for Handymans around Folkestone can differ depending upon the type of work that you want to have carried out in your residence. It's the question we are asked a lot "how much do Handymans in Folkestone charge?". It's often good to have an idea of how much a Handyman are going to likely charge for their services. Prices will certainly fluctuate based on the materials and the tradesperson selected. The list reveals the sorts of service that Handymans normally do as well as the regular price series of these jobs. Some tasks take longer to finish than others so costs do fluctuate by job.

Tasks that Handymans in Folkestone can do:

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The average price
of a Handyman in Folkestone is:

£909

Handyman job Handyman cost in 2024
Painting and decorating in Folkestone £600-£920
Replacement Kitchen doors in Folkestone £563-£3,000
Bedroom fitting in Folkestone £1,500-£2,300
Conservatory repairs in Folkestone £1,125-£1,725
Driveway cleaning in Folkestone £225-£345
Gutter cleaning in Folkestone £75-£115
Conservatory cleaning in Folkestone £225-£345
Demolition in Folkestone £2,440-£3,660
Garden shed in Folkestone £450-£690
Rubbish clearing & removal in Folkestone £119-£288
Aluminium repair in Folkestone £240-£360
Window repair in Folkestone £268-£402
Wooden window repair in Folkestone £320-£480
Graffiti removal in Folkestone £208-£312
Roof cleaning in Folkestone £1,480-£2,220
Driveway repair in Folkestone £1,520-£2,280

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Handyman FAQs

Why hire a handyman?

There are a bunch of things a handyman can do around the house, so if you’re looking for a reason to hire one, you’d definitely find plenty. First and foremost, a handyman is basically a well versed, skilled and experienced professional who possesses the ability to carry out a plethora of tasks as well as repairs. While not all local authorities require handymen to have a license or carry an insurance policy, some handymen do have insurance. Generally, their rates vary based on their experience as well as specialities.

Handymen are able to handle a multitude of potential jobs in and around the house. These ranges from small tasks, installations, assembly, indoor or outdoor building or repair jobs. They are available to help out with a wide array of odd jobs around the home at a very reasonable price. So, what are some of the jobs a handyman can do in a home? Let’s take a look!

  • Odd jobs. This encapsulates any small job you’d want done around the house. It could be a repair, installation or maintenance task.
  • Gutter cleaning and repair. The idea of cleaning a gutter may seem hassle free, but there can be a couple of difficulties which includes the use of ladders and the risk of falling. When you hire a handyman to do this task, he does not only clean but also check for any damage or repair needs and much more.
  • Painting. If you’re not able to handle some of your painting projects or perhaps you’re just not confident of how its going to turn out, it may be in your best interest to reach out to a skilled handyman.
  • General carpentry and home repairs, these includes shelving, cabinets, bookcases, baseboards, framing, doors, countertops, moulding and more.
how much do painters and decorators charge?

How Much Do Painters And Decorators Charge?

If you’re thinking about painting your home or property, then one of the first things that crosses the mind is the amount charged by painter or decorators to carry out the project. However just like any other home improvement projects and as with most tradesmen, the amount charged by a painter and decorator largely varies from job to job depending on a plethora of factors. These factors include your location, the urgency at which you need the job done and whether or not a specialist equipment would be required.

For painters and decorators, one of the biggest influencing factors that determines the price to be charged is the size of the room. For instance, if you have a large room to be painted, it’s definitely going to cost you more than a smaller room. And same applies to multiple rooms when compared to single room. In other words, to get a more accurate cost estimate from your tradesman, you’ll need to have a good idea of the size of your room or rooms. So let’s take a closer look!

✓ Painting a mid-sized room. The question here is, how do you know if your room is medium sized? The room will have a size of about 3.5m by 5m or a room that can conveniently allow up to 6 to 8 people. The price range is between £240 to £410.

✓ Wallpapering a mid-sized room. This uses the logic as painting a mid-sized room but the price can differ due to difference in materials used. The price range here is between £204 to £420.

✓ Painting a large ceiling. Painting a ceiling is very similar to painting a wall but its not as straightforward and will consume more time. The price ranges from £286 to £5476.

What is the best way to remove graffiti?

A sudden appearance of graffiti on your property carried out by some vandals can be a real concern. Since you know it’s your responsibility to have it cleaned, the question becomes would you rather call in a professional or have it cleaned yourself. While calling in a professional may be costly, removing graffiti by yourself won’t be easy either especially if it’s done on brick. Bricks are known to be porous which enables paint to sink with ease inside all of the surface’s grooves. Unlike wood, they can’t be scraped and if it happens to be an internal wall, it can’t be sand- or water-blasted. So, what is the best way to remove graffiti?

Well, your best bet would be to incorporate chemical and gel masonry stripper. And while stripping of the surface is not a complex task, it does involve a number of applications of stripper and multiple scrubbing which makes it very time consuming.

 

Basically, a fresh and wet paint should be soaked up with am absorbent material without wiping the paint in order to spread the stain. Once done, you can then proceed to apply a suitable solvent like white spirit. After this, wash the area using a degreasing agent taking care in the disposal of the run-off material.

With dried paint, simply scrape off the paint as far as possible and apply a paint removal using the following steps:

 

  • Put on your safety gear like a face mask, safety googles and gloves.
  • Apply the paint stripper over the brick wall with a brush starting from a corner at the top of the wall and then working outward and downward.
  • Leave for the specified amount of time by the manufacturer. Then start to scrub off the masonry paint stripper beginning at the top of the wall again. Remove as many paints as possible.
  • Use rags and warm water to wash the wall and allow it to air dry.
  • Repeat the process over again to remove every form of stubborn paint that’s left.
  • Use a white vinegar to spray the stripped wall and wipe off any residue of paint with a brush and rinse with water.
Can painters and decorators repair stained walls?

Yes, painters and decorators can repair stained, damp or mouldy walls. Usually, this process will involve stripping away the damaged paint and treating the area with specialist paint. After this is done, the damaged sections can be repainted to match the room.

how to paint skirting boards?

How To Paint Skirting Boards

In the exact same way a room isn’t complete unless it has all the right finishing touches here and there, your skirting boards also just wouldn’t be right leaving it without a paint. As you can imagine, skirting board can quickly gather dust, dirt and scuffed over time can affect the appearance of the entire room. But you don’t have to wait for this to happen before painting your skirting boards. Good news is, painting of skirting boards is relatively easy and straightforward especially when you follow the guide given in this article. It should, however, be said that if you’re not so confident about holding a brush and doing the task yourself, then getting a professional painter to complete the project will be a great option to achieve the best result while you can focus on other important things.

Painting your skirting board will help provide your room with the much needed perfect frame. Now let’s take a closer look!

✓ Prepare your skirting boards. Treat your wood skirting board with a knotting solution and wood primer. But if they’re already painted or varnished, simply wipe clean use a wet and dry paper with a mild detergent to abrade the surface. Once done, you can then run a strip of masking tape along the floor.

✓ Start Painting. For the decorative coat, you can use any paint designed for wood and metal like satin, gloss etc. Once selected, you can then start to paint across the top with the help of a 2 inch brush. Then move to the flat side. Work in easy to manage sections and when starting the next section, start at the far side and brush into the section you’ve just painted so as to make for an even finish. Finally, remove the masking tape used before the paint dries off.

how to paint a room?

How To Paint A Room

Painting is a joyful task and it’s quite obvious why it’s one of the most popular DIY projects. Whether you’re painting as an experienced DIYer or as a newbie, this step by step guide will put you in the right direction. However, if you lack the confidence to carry out this task, then we’d recommend you get in touch with a seasoned professional who can guarantee the best results for help. This way, you get to save some time and additional money that would have resulted from possible costly errors.

So just before you head right into the task, there’s the need to determine the type of pain finish you would love to use which is to choose a colour. Now let’s get started!

• Prepare the room

✓ Remove all objects as much as you can from the room and cover the remaining furniture or objects with a sheet.

✓ Fill all holes on the surface to make for an even finish.

✓ Wash the wall with the help of a damp sponge. A sugar soap or diluted washing up liquid will work just fine.

✓ Tape the edges of objects you do not wish to paint like light switches, plug sockets and the likes.

• This step can be skipped if painting on an existing paint, but it’ll advisable to dilute small quantity of your selected paint to patch prime the holes that you’ve filled. If you have a large number of holes that was filled, then priming them would be smart.

• Mix or stir the paint thoroughly in a paint kettle to ensure an even and perfect mix.

• Now you’re ready to start painting! Start from the edges to form like a frame to work within with your roller. Once done, leave for about 4 to 6 hours to dry.

• For the second coat, simply repeat the above step to complete your painting project.

How to build a shed?
A garden shed is a great option to add extra storage space in your garden. Lock away your lawnmower, tools, outdoor toys and furniture so it doesn’t get weather damaged or stolen. But how do you build a shed? We’ll go through a brief guide on building a shed using a flat packed one.
  1. Plan your shed base You must have a sturdy base for your shed, otherwise the frame won’t stand properly and could stop the door from opening. Decide whether you’re going to have:
    • A concrete base laid on hardcore
    • Concrete slabs on sharp sand
    • Treated wood beams on hardcore or shingle
    • An interlocking plastic system
    All bases should be laid on firm, level ground as far as possible.
  2. Treat wood with preservative To help your shed last as long as possible, you should coat all the wooden parts with timber preservative before you put it together.
  3. Put the shed floor together Some will need more assembly than others, but you need to make sure that the floor panel is attached to the joists; follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the correct spacing.
  4. Put up the shed walls
    • Mark the centre point of each wall on its bottom edge, then do the same for the shed floor so you can line them up together.
    • Stand the gable end on the base and line it up. Check that it’s vertical with a spirit level – you might need someone to support the panel while you do this. Use a temporary holding batten to keep it in place.
    • Fix a side panel to the gable end panel with countersunk screws, then add the second side panel in the same way.
    Don’t attach the panels to the floor until you’ve fitted your shed roof.
  5. Fit the roof
    • If the shed comes with a support bar, put this in position before you put the roof panels in.
    • Nail the roof panels in place, ensuring there’s a parallel and equal overlap at each end.
    • Roll out some roofing felt from front to back, leaving a 50mm overlap at each side. Secure it with clout-headed felt tacks at 100mm intervals.
    • Apply mastic sealant to the outside corners, then fix each corner trim with 30mm nails.
    • Add the fascias and finials, predrilling 2mm holes to avoid splitting the wood. Nail them through the felt into the shed using 40mm nails.
  6. Add the shed windows
    • Slide each windowsill into the tongue and groove cut out, then put the window cover strip in position, fixing it to the vertical framing.
    • From inside the shed, put the glazing sheets into the window rebates, making sure the bottom edge of the glazing sheets sit on the outside of the sill.
    • Fix the window beading on the top and sides with 25mm nails.
  7. Fix the walls to the floor Before you do anything, make sure you check that the centre marks on the walls line up with the marks on the shed floor. Then fix the wall panels to the floor with 50mm screws, aligning them with the joists.
  8. And that’s it! But if you’re not confident in building a shed yourself, there are plenty of professionals available who will be happy to help.
when to clean gutters in spring?

Knowing when best to clean your gutters can do a lot of good. Wile some people assume that fall is the best time for gutter cleaning after the leaves fall, others believe spring is the most appropriate time to clean the gutters before things start to grow there. The truth is, both camps are right. However, the best time to clean your gutters depend on a wide range of factors which are all unique to you. In order to help you make the most informed decision possible, we have created this post to help you figure out the right time to clean your gutters. Let’s take a look!

 

 

 

Where you’re located. What we get is four season in a year as well as as a good amount of rain. As a result, you may want to put into consideration cleaning your gutter at least twice a year - clean the gutters once in the spring and once in the fall. It’s important to make gutter cleaning a part of your normal spring schedule as well as part of your fall maintenance routines.

What surrounds your home. If you happen to have tree surrounding your home, then it’s more likely that dead leaves clog up your gutter pretty quickly. A single tree is enough as it’s going to shed leaves that will find their way into your gutter, accumulate and affect its performance and integrity.

What your gutter currently looks like. If you gutters already have an entire ecosystem of animal life and plants hamging over the edges, then the best time to clean the gutters is now rather than having to wait a particular season to act. A dirty gutter should be attended to immediately in order to prevent some unnecessary damages as well as expensive repairs.

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