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Do i hire a builder or handyman to carry out the repairs in our flat

Posted by dami berbotto, on
We live in a block of flats and following extensive building works carried out by the flat above us our coving seems to be falling apart and we have cracks in our plasterwork. who should we hire to carry out the job?
greg maclachlan

greg maclachlan

Hello I would be speaking to the neighbours upstairs to make them aware of the damage and ask if they are willing to cover the cost. My advice would be to get a quote from a company who has a plasterer & painter. Good luck Greg Ugauge Ltd
Peter Howell

Peter Howell

If your property has been damaged because of work being carried out by a neighbour I would be of a mind to point this out to them to see if maybe there builder could carry out the repairs at a reduced rate or maybe for free if they have definitely caused your problem Always worth a friendly chat
Steve Honey

Steve Honey

Hi Demi as advised by Lewis, a plasterer would be the best tradesman i would ask for one with covering experience as well. Thanks Steve HBF Services

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