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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/120445#msg-120445</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (Cathy)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[[url=http://kenningtontradesfolk.blogspot.com/search?q=builder]http://kenningtontradesfolk.blogspot.com/search?q=builder[/url]]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2009 11:55:47 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/120435#msg-120435</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (kmmr)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I'd just like to 'un-recommend' Vas! Used to be good, but seems to have gone terribly downhill in the last few years. Low quality work, and impossible to get in touch with once it's 'done'.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 19 Dec 2009 17:07:20 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/87363#msg-87363</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (Conor)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello, <br />
<br />
I am writing to say that Yilmaz and Elite (mentioned above) have just finished refurbishing our flat in Kennington and they did an excellent job. I'm really grateful to those who recommended him on this site. <br />
<br />
We got our toilet, bathroom and kitchen completely renovated and Yilmaz and his crew did everything for a good price: plumbing, tiling, electrics, installation. The results were stunning. Yilmaz also gave us really good advice along the way which saved us a lot of cash. <br />
<br />
He was incredibly patient with us as we were quite disorganized at times!<br />
<br />
My wife also found Yilmaz and the guys very polite and easy to work with. <br />
<br />
i have no hesitation in adding my recommendations to those above. <br />
Yilmaz is on 07876494411. <br />
<br />
Conor]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2008 15:22:39 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/71017#msg-71017</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (mdecker)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[[quote James Hatts]How extraordinary that emalator has chosen, word for word, the same phrase used in an apparently genuine message [url=http://www.virtualnorwood.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=2612&amp;st=15]posted in February on the Virtual Norwood forum[/url] recommending a different builder called George.[/quote]<br />
<br />
Well, emalator sounds VERY like emulator! <br />
<br />
Anyway - how the heck did you spot that? And is it a bizarre coincidence (which would be a gazillion to one), or is something more sinister at work here....?]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2007 10:41:44 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/71016#msg-71016</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (KM)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[[quote lorencolwell]Please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like an estimate hedgewellbc@hotmail.co.uk<br />
<br />
Thank you<br />
<br />
Loren[/quote]<br />
<br />
Contacted hedgewell after seeing this. Came and gave me a quote on 5th and did the work on 9th (as a favor, they slotted me in) - got rid of an old washing machine and fitted a new loo. Thanks for the contact.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2007 10:38:12 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/71005#msg-71005</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (James Hatts)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[How extraordinary that emalator has chosen, word for word, the same phrase used in an apparently genuine message [url=http://www.virtualnorwood.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=2612&amp;st=15]posted in February on the Virtual Norwood forum[/url] recommending a different builder called George.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2007 09:25:29 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/70989#msg-70989</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (emalator)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I know a good builder, who has just carried out extensive work on our house (fitting kitchen and bathroom, which included knocking down interior walls, fitting a wooden floor and so forth). His name is Yuriy: 077 3716 7187<br />
www.construction-services.uk.com]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2007 23:13:38 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/70370#msg-70370</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (adlersparker)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I have just had my flat decorated, the guy was very reasonable and also does household plumbing and electrical work, he ended up fitting me a shower too, and tiled the walls. Very handy guy to know. Also no job is too small my friend had him in to replace water taps on her sink.<br />
<br />
Anyone interested his name is Richard<br />
tel.07931 211744]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2007 19:13:30 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/70249#msg-70249</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (paul222)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Guys you should Google a builder.Ask for 3-4 quotes and pick the best for you.<br />
[url=http://www.baltsons-builders.co.uk/]http://www.baltsons-builders.co.uk/[/url]<br />
[url=http://http://www.robuild.co.uk/]<br />
[url=http://www.helixbuilders.co.uk/index.php]http://www.helixbuilders.co.uk/index.php[/url]<br />
<br />
Phone them up and ask for a free quote]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2007 10:23:27 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/70244#msg-70244</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (lorencolwell)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Hi All<br />
<br />
Sorry to intrude here but myself and my partner own a small building contractors. We have undertaken work all over london from chelsea refurbs to barristers' chambers. We fit kitchens, bathrooms, repair roofs, plaster, dry line, tile, conversions, plumbing, electrical.  Basically, anything you want we can do.  We have always left our clients happy.<br />
<br />
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like an estimate hedgewellbc@hotmail.co.uk<br />
<br />
Thank you<br />
<br />
Loren]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2007 09:38:31 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/70117#msg-70117</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (kmmr)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Hi, <br />
<br />
Well - that's not great to hear, but I can only tell you my experience, which was generally good. <br />
<br />
Best of luck.<br />
<br />
Kath]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2007 14:14:10 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/70037#msg-70037</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (Cathy)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I'm so pleased to read that others are happy with Sinan Yilmaz and his family business Elite Decoration &amp; Construction.  They live here in in Kennington on the Ethelred Estate and have done loads of work for neighbours here who are all very happy.  Most recently, they replaced my patio doors, which were rotten, and installed a wrought iron shutter.  Work was approved by Lambeth Council who provided the grant to do the job.  I put them on our Trades Board too.<br />
http://hometown.aol.co.uk/kenningtontrades/myhomepage/england.html<br />
Oh, and they also let us use their van for collections on a Friday afternoon for our Kennington Association bazaars and then again on Saturday afternoons to take the leftover stuff down to the charity shop on Lambeth Walk and that same van was the Sleigh for our Secret Santa collections and deliveries, so they are also community-minded.  <br />
http://journals.aol.co.uk/kenningtonassn/KenningtonAssociation/<br />
Lovely chaps.<br />
Oh, I've just noticed that the phone number that JGarcia gives is for Sinan's brother, Kamber, and that's fine but you can also reach Sinan on 07961 412245.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 28 Apr 2007 11:40:19 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/70028#msg-70028</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (JGarcia)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[OK everyone - I know they are very busy right now, but try Yilmaz from Elite Decoration &amp; Construction. 07876 494411.<br />
<br />
They are great. some of the nicest, most friendly guys you could meet. They turn up on time every day, offer good value work and the quality is spot on.<br />
<br />
They've done our new bathroom, and start on the new kitchen next week. They can do all building work and plumbing, electrics etc.<br />
<br />
I have no connection to these people, only as a happy customer, and I'm happy to recommend. You can even contact me and come and see their work if you like. If you'd liek to see pics of what they did on our house, send me a PM.<br />
<br />
They were lovely to my wife when she was pregnant, they are polite, tidy up after themselves and even bought my new baby a card and a present - you don't get that from English builders (they are a Turkish family)!]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 28 Apr 2007 07:50:01 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/70012#msg-70012</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (longlaner)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[What exactly is a &quot;cowboy customer&quot;?]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Apr 2007 18:04:30 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/70010#msg-70010</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (paul222)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello guys:)<br />
<br />
I stumble upon the forum having notting better to do, with a beer next to me ,and I think I can give you some basic advice.<br />
Funny how ,having a drink makes me an expert lol<br />
<br />
A good builder will never give you a cheap price but a reasonable price if you are lucky.<br />
So next time a tradesman gives a quote that is cheap you should think twice.What you pay is what you get and that is a fair deal.<br />
<br />
Regarding the cowboy builders ,yeah there are plenty of them ,being a tradesman is hard work and not everyone can do it.What I think you don't know about is how many cowboys customers are out there,waiting for a nice builder.But you won't hear about it.<br />
<br />
btw I am builder.<br />
good luck to you guys and regards]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Apr 2007 17:57:23 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/69876#msg-69876</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (jimbob)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I have a fantastic builder working on my flat at the moment. I discovered him via a architect contact on Bermondsey Street. He's probably not interested in anything less than a £25k refurb but if you are wanting someone in that range let me know and i'll give you his number]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2007 16:32:50 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/69813#msg-69813</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (The Mapmaker)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Simona has made two posts in this forum in the entirety of time.  Both of them recommend this same builder.<br />
<br />
I'm sure she is going to tell us how much she enjoys Champor Champor next...]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2007 20:51:13 +0100</pubDate>
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      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/69762#msg-69762</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (janefs)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[[quote kmmr]No idea about availability, but he runs a pretty large team I think, so he may be available. <br />
<br />
Kath[/quote]<br />
<br />
Maybe my project was too small, but having agreed a price and a date, Vas failed to turn up as arranged and did not return calls - or maybe he was too darn busy to pick up the phone. I hope everyone else has better luck!]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2007 12:07:53 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
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      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (kmmr)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Hi, <br />
<br />
I used a builder recommended on this site. He is Bulgarian (I think) and runs a good team who work hard and seem to do excellent work. <br />
<br />
Work is done on time, and Vas has a good eye for things, and will suggest changes/improvements as he goes along. The team speak no English, but Vas is always on call as a translator if needed. <br />
<br />
FYI: His team did a complete reno of my little 1 bed flat in 4 weeks. New bathroom, kitchen, removed a few walls, fixing plastering in the bedroom and living room, building wardrobes, painting etc. A good complete job, which basically gave me a brand new flat. Good pricing too - and no surprises.<br />
<br />
Number is 07884 444 585. No idea about availability, but he runs a pretty large team I think, so he may be available. <br />
<br />
Kath]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2007 10:17:37 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/69658#msg-69658</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (Simona)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I know one builder. He did my brothers house.He was very happy with high quality of work. Everything was done on time.<br />
Try to call him. Hope you will help you too.<br />
Good luck.<br />
07922229288]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2007 22:30:20 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Recommended builders</title>
      <link>http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/1/69595/69602#msg-69602</link>
      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (OPALRUBY)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I've been looking for builders/plumbers/electrians and have had no joy i'm afraid...it seems they're all fully booked or unreliable!]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2007 12:48:13 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Recommended builders</title>
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      <author>forum@london-se1.co.uk (jarmasa)</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Can anyone please personally recommend builders in the SE1 area? <br />
Thanks<br />
S]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2007 12:19:59 +0100</pubDate>
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