100tl for welding. Is that too much or just right?

mollycorbin


Joined: 12/03/2010
Posts: 390

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 14:49

Regarding the gate to my driveway...

One side of a heavy gate needs to be welded back onto its post. Fella came out to the house to look. He said 100tl to get the job done tomorrow afternoon.

Is this a fair price?

Thanks

TRNCVaughan


Joined: 27/04/2008
Posts: 4578

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 14:55

Get a couple of quotes then make up your own mind.

mollycorbin


Joined: 12/03/2010
Posts: 390

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 15:17

Five stars obviously does not equate to brilliant nor helpful comments.

TRNCVaughan


Joined: 27/04/2008
Posts: 4578

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 15:27

You have had one quote for a job which we haven't seen and you want us to decide whether it's fair or not? Your profile doesn't show where you live and you don't say how far the welder would need to travel to get to your job and back.

I think you'll find my last comment was about the only way you'll come to a decision.

mollycorbin


Joined: 12/03/2010
Posts: 390

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 15:34

I have no clue what the cost is for such things. I'm not going to waste workers' time gathering quotes for such a small job. Which is why I reached out to Cy44 to see if anybody had an idea. I gave you all the pertinent information you do not need to see a quotation. He will travel approximately 1.27654 kilometers to my house.



What I was asking is whether or not this was in the ball park asshole.

Groucho



Joined: 26/04/2008
Posts: 7993

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 15:36

Seems a tad steep to me...



Is there not a building site near you? You can often find some welding going on and get it done for 20TL or so..

Chegwin


Joined: 24/03/2009
Posts: 775

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 15:40

I agree with TRNCV 100% but your quote of 100 TL is absolutely in the park. I would accept it quickly and not waste anyone elses time.

Chegwin

mollycorbin


Joined: 12/03/2010
Posts: 390

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 15:42

Thank you Groucho for explaining what is USUAL around here.



I went to the local shop in my village. I wanted to give them some business. I don't mind paying that. I've just been putting a lot of money out lately with my new move so I'm tightening up a bit on my charity. I have no problem paying that to the fella if it is in the ballpark.

JohhnyLee


Joined: 25/04/2009
Posts: 2495

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 15:43

Hi Molly, I suppose someone neeeds to travel and bring thier welding gear with them, then its not to bad.



But on the other hand I suppose if hes there a short time, then it will seem expensive.



Just ask him to do it for 80 TL, I very rarley take the first price qouted. Always try and save a bit, it makes you feel better.

TRNCVaughan


Joined: 27/04/2008
Posts: 4578

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 15:45

Mr. Asshole, if you don't mind!

mollycorbin


Joined: 12/03/2010
Posts: 390

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 15:47

Yep, thank you, job done. No need for any further replies.

TRNCVaughan


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Posts: 4578

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 15:51

Before you go.....

The engine in my car needs repairing and I've been quoted 150 pounds.

Is this a fair price?

mollycorbin


Joined: 12/03/2010
Posts: 390

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 15:54

if your car is located inside your ass then no.

Smity



Joined: 14/09/2009
Posts: 826

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 16:00

Wow TRNC Vaughan only gave you a valid comment. It is alway prudent to get a second ptrice if as you said you had no idea what this sort of thing costs

Asshole was a bit uncalled for



Ps did he paint the weld and surrounding metal work after it was cool. if not it will rust and you will have to get it done again this is not in any way shape or form derogatory but a really valid point or just paint it yourself.

Chegwin


Joined: 24/03/2009
Posts: 775

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 16:01

If this ole’ bird really is 80 then you’d have thought, with years of wisdom, that upon reviewing the first post she would see the vagueness about it and understand.

Still, takes all.

Heavy gates I have weigh two tone each!!! Crane came in at 500TL before a spark was struck.........

Chegs

berkeh2001


Joined: 28/02/2009
Posts: 455

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 16:02

a very ass touching post

deputydawg


Joined: 30/03/2010
Posts: 1727

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 16:16

Chegwin, such heavy gates ! Are they trying to keep you inside them or protect you from aggressive ladies ?

Chegwin


Joined: 24/03/2009
Posts: 775

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 16:22

I am in Jail..............

Got done for nickin a welder and moonlighting.....................

Chegwin


Joined: 24/03/2009
Posts: 775

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 16:24

And we are still on topic. It was daft to start with so anything daft goes so lets get it to 50.

Pugwash


Joined: 06/09/2010
Posts: 1797

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 16:29

Unbelievable, vaughans reply was perfectly fair in my opinion. Agree with smity about the painting or you will be asking for a quote for that too.

Chegwin


Joined: 24/03/2009
Posts: 775

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 16:32

Maybe the ole' girl is a welder herself. With an IQ of 40 I can understand...........

IQ of 20 you get to do the grinding............

deputydawg


Joined: 30/03/2010
Posts: 1727

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 16:42

Old, but may raise a titter. A gang of tinkers arrived at the Pearly Gates demanding entry and the gateman was so frightened by their aggression that he locked up and ran to St Peter for guidance. St Peter said that Heaven was no place for the like of Pikeys, there were standards to be maintained. He told the gateman to get rid of them but he responded by saying "you get rid of them". With that St Peter said well we are supposed to be foregiving so tell them that just this time they can enter but no more afterwards. The gateman went off but was soon back again and told St Peter that they had gone. St Peter said "the pikeys ?" and the gateman replied "no the effing gates" !

deputydawg


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Posts: 1727

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 16:47

Sorry, line 4, even forgiving. Doubt this will make 50 after that joke.

Chegwin


Joined: 24/03/2009
Posts: 775

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 16:47

Why dont welders and TRNCV wear hard hats?





Cos they dont stay on A**holes.

gates


Joined: 08/12/2008
Posts: 1096

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 17:49

A100tl £40 you must be joking coming there sorting out were you live and all were are you coming from what a complete waste of time please dont call me for a quote why dont you drive 5miles look for an adress it would probly be more in cab fares if you wanted one wake up please

karakum5c



Joined: 18/03/2008
Posts: 1021

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 18:04

SERIOUS QUESTION----i want iron work welded on to exsisting iron work on 3 balconies on flat 3



floors up. Reason---i am worried small children can easily fall through spaces and kill themselves,



Can anyone recomend someone in Karakum area to do this work.





Will be over for whole of next month and would like to get it done when am there. Thank you.

Pa-trick


Joined: 23/09/2010
Posts: 37

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 18:15

Why can you lot not stop falling out over nothing!! It was a question It was given an answer. Not the answer you wanted to read? Ignore it then. If your answers are ignored don't offer them again. It's like a flaming playground on here sometimes. You have all got so much to offer each other. Strength is in unity and the way things are shaping up over there with the property issues, your all going to need each other.

proger1



Joined: 18/04/2009
Posts: 2919

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 18:42

gates, why must you quote in stirling, do you believe every person in the north of the island is either TC, Turkish or british.



From what I see, the lady is talking about a single joint to be welded, granted it might require a couple of runs and might require a lot of prep but considering the lady is not a welder and probably doesn't understand the requirements, I would say that asking for a rough guide to the price is acceptable.

The fact that she might have been upset about the helpfulness of Vaughan's answer is also understandable to a point. If she had wanted several quotes she might well have gone ahead and done that without advice but bear in mind if you were asked to come out that 5 miles you are so pee'd off about to look at potential work and find out you have been under quoted by a friendly builders mate around the corner.



I am sorry Molly, I have no idea whether that would be a fair price or not.



Why do you all need to find the greatest height to shit on people, mo

Chegwin


Joined: 24/03/2009
Posts: 775

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 18:50

Proge'

Cos she called TRNCV an A**hole for his, what in my opinion, was the correct advice.

How big are the gates??......................

Steel, ally, ree bar, ...............

japeal



Joined: 12/09/2008
Posts: 1052

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:06

KARAKUM5C



ring Ahmet on 05428514093 he is based in karakum, and reasonably priced. Tell him john at kibris gardens nr tatlisu put you onto him

King Neptune


Joined: 08/05/2008
Posts: 51

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:06

Couldn't agree more with Pa-trick. Msg 7.

proger1



Joined: 18/04/2009
Posts: 2919

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:13

Chegs, I am not saying Molly was correct, just that Vaughans answer could be a little frustrating for someone, granted the a** comment was a little over the top but I think there might be more to that. What I do think is childish are all the hangers on who just want to attack Molly for asking a simple question, similar to many others seen on here about fair prices.



With all the so called experts importing themselves from the UK, I would expect at least 1 to have a rough guide into the answer.

deputydawg


Joined: 30/03/2010
Posts: 1727

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:20

I think Chegwin will now get his 50 posts but he asked for "anything daft" not "nasties"

gooligan


Joined: 30/01/2007
Posts: 1591

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:25

karakum5c,if you have the steelwork all ready I will weld it up for free if you would be willing to make a small donation to Ismails fund.



Molly,same goes for you if it still needs doing.



Proger1,before you ask,I am an expert,4 year apprenticeship and coded to ASME 1X and an engineering degree to boot

onestop


Joined: 31/10/2009
Posts: 214

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:26

Karakum5

We are based in Karakum, next door to Erdener Supermarket ( Sure Home Services), we have been providing child safety grilles/safety bars on low terraces, balconies and windows for many years. Give us a call and we would be happy to quote for you.



info@surecyprus.com/ tel 0533 855 5658/ 0392 815 0699

http://www.surecyprus.com



We are a fully registered TRNC company and all work is guaranteed.

Glynn


Joined: 25/03/2009
Posts: 192

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:39

What a load of.............................................

Pa-trick


Joined: 23/09/2010
Posts: 37

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:40

gooligan



You couldn't get a better example of what this board has the potential to offer the members. What a good egg you really are. You've put the faith back into my reason for joining this board.

mollycorbin


Joined: 12/03/2010
Posts: 390

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:44

Gooligan, generous offer, thanks. But I'm going to stick with the guy from our village as I already have him lined up.



Chegwin, just wondering, do you catch or pitch?

Chegwin


Joined: 24/03/2009
Posts: 775

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:45

Goolies

Whatever she donates Chegwin will match.

Now we are going somewhere.

You know how to contact me so let me know.

Any better offers??

Chegwin


Joined: 24/03/2009
Posts: 775

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:47

I am like a lobster Molly.

Where a shell suit and PINCH................from Liverpool.

Chegwin


Joined: 24/03/2009
Posts: 775

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:48

Wear..............before someone kicks in. Drinking time now.

doppelganger


Joined: 08/09/2010
Posts: 147

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:53

do you want your Asshole welding as well instead of or what ??

mollycorbin


Joined: 12/03/2010
Posts: 390

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:56

oooooohhhh...I"m telling! Doppelganger said asshole!!!!!! Waaaaaaaaa

Chegwin


Joined: 24/03/2009
Posts: 775

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 19:58

Look! I have had a few drinks. Any chance of a few punctuation marks here and there?

It is hard enough staying on the same line!

Welding..............see! Still on topic.

Few more.

Pa-trick


Joined: 23/09/2010
Posts: 37

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 20:22

A cryptic user name. Is there a message in this? Is there an axe to grind?





Doppelganger is a ghostly double of a living person that haunts its living counterpart.



Answers please on a post card and sent to Spookey@(You know whoooo....).

AlsancakJack



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Posts: 5762

Message Posted:
28/09/2010 21:04

This thread is now closed. Reason: Thread was addressed and no need for further posts.