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Re: Interference on wires?

Hi Mum2000, yes, i have seen this before and it's really annoying as you know. In my experience, an electrician won't be able to trace the fault unless they are really experienced as it tends to be due to electromagnetic Interference between the mains cables and the phone lines. There are the obviou...
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Mon Dec 19, 2016 7:34 pm

Re: Basement Conversion London

Hi there, we specialise in designing and project managing basements on behalf of clients, from first concept right through to handover. We have written a guide here http://www.ensoul.co.uk/blog/posts/london-guide-to-under-garden-basements/ although it's focused on under-garden, the principles equall...
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Mon Dec 12, 2016 10:06 am

Re: New kitchen / hot tap

Hi, just about every client we work with decides on a Quooker once they have seen them in action (we have one in our home we show clients). You can also book a Quooker approved engineer to install/commission it which i would highly recommend as they are a specialist kitchen device. Hope this helps, ...
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Mon Nov 28, 2016 9:03 am

Re: Architect recommendations please

Hi, many apologies Pie81, juts looking back through the threads, you asked if we had any client testimonials. You can either look at us on Houzz http://www.houzz.co.uk/pro/ensoullondon/__public for our reviews or call me and i can put you in contact with clients. Best regards, Mike
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Mon Nov 28, 2016 8:57 am

Re: Party wall surveyor basement excavations

Hi KittyKat21, we specialise in designing and project managing basements for clients and know a very good PWS, let me know if i can help with an intro, all the best, Mike Lander, Director, www.ensoul.co.uk
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Mon Nov 21, 2016 10:35 am

Re: Architect recommendations please

Hi Pie81, we would be delighted to have a discussion with you, we are a full service Interior/Exterior Architecture, Interior Design and Project Management practice (we are also a partner with NappyValleyNet and are featured on the front cover of the Design and Build Guide. If you have time for a ch...
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Mon Nov 07, 2016 10:33 am

Re: Interior Designer

Hi, we offer a full Interior Design service and are based in Wandsworth, we would be very happy to have a discussion with you, please email or call 020 3637 0700 when you have time. Best regards, Mike Lander, Director, Ensoul
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Mon Nov 07, 2016 10:13 am

Re: What's the current cost per m2 for basement dig?

Hi Tilly&Roo, one of our areas of expertise is acting as consultants for clients on under-garden basement developments around SW London. So, although this is not a like-for-like comparison, expect to pay circa £3,500 +VAT per square M. Happy to have a chat if i can help further, best regards, Mi...
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Mon Oct 24, 2016 9:43 am

Re: Kitchen Fitter (incl plumbing and electric rewire)

Hi Londonite, my advice depends on which route you go down for your kitchen: 1) There are some building firms that also offer bespoke kitchen design and installation.They will come out and firstly inspect the existing electrics to confirm if it does need a re-wire (and anything else you want/need do...
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Mon Oct 10, 2016 1:13 pm

Re: Basement ceiling height

Hi SW18er, it's a great question and one clearly to get right now before the primary basement contractor is instructed as the internal finished ceiling height is directly related to not only excavation costs, but also the structural integrity/construction method. Our own home has a 3M ceiling height...
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Mon Sep 26, 2016 10:05 am

Re: Recommendations for kitchen extension into side return

Hi, we would be very happy to have a conversation and come and see your home, we do a lot of this type of work in SW London. Call on 020 3637 0700 or email mike@ensoul.co.uk if you'd like to discuss, best regards, Mike Lander, Director, Ensoul
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Mon Aug 08, 2016 11:38 am

Re: Loft conversion cost. Help needed

Hi M2M, lots of variables as you know which drive the price, but typically £60k-£90k+VAT. I would also ask an estate agent locally for their view of what the value add would be on the price of your home (in a "normal" market) - the economics are usually pretty compelling (>2.5:1 return on ...
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Mon Jul 18, 2016 6:01 pm

Re: built in wardrobes

Hi PopKitArch, I would say before selecting a cabinet maker to do the work, it's worth spending time fully designing the units, i.e. relative position in the house, sizes and all the inserts/layout required, internal (and external) lighting and finish/materials, resulting in a detailed set of techni...
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Mon Jul 04, 2016 8:37 am

Re: Buying a house that is a MAJOR renovation project - Advice please!

Hi IndyB, this sounds like a fabulous opportunity to create an amazing home for your family, all the ones we have done for clients and ourselves have truly transformed the way people live their lives in their homes. The problem in my experience is not how to get advice, but how to make sense of all ...
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Mon Jun 06, 2016 7:46 am

Re: Home alarm recommendations please - had enough of ADT!

Hi, although they are a big firm, we have used Banham's on a number of projects, mainly because of two reasons: they do really understand about security (physical and alarm points) and their response centre is always available and really helpful. They are quite traditional (and expensive) but their ...
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Mon May 16, 2016 8:49 am