Getting work done cheaper Service Central Articles and Advice

Ways to cut electrical costs

One of the best ways to reduce the costs of calling out an electrician is to simply get more value out of their time. You're paying a call out fee and an hourly rate, so make the most of the call out by adding a couple of jobs to your sparkie's list. Here are some ideas: Read more...

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The hidden costs of open plan living

Are you considering a home renovation to knock down a wall and create a great open plan home? We've found that few renovators are aware of the hidden costs involved with doing this. Read on to learn more about the true costs of creating an Open Plan home. Read more...

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Tips for keeping your plumbing bills down

Plumbing can be super-expensive, but with these tips you can keep costs to a minimum. Read more...

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Getting work done cheaper tip#2: Service or install your air-conditioning in winter !

This series of blog posts exposes tricks of the trade, using Service Central's extensive historical data of the peaks and troughs of demand for services. Tip#2 - service your air-conditioner or install a new cooling system in winter for better service and price. Read more...

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When's the best time of year to get work done cheap?

Service Central's all about the competition between two or three businesses to quote your job. You'll receive easily comparable quotes and quickly be able to decide which business you'd like to complete the work for you - whether it's a quick fix for a leaky pipe or a bigger job like a landscaped garden or kitchen renovation. But one thing that all consumers should be aware of is the 'Waves of Work' phenomena. Read more...

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Tips for keeping moving costs down

Moving can be expensive and come at an inconvenient time (when you've got your bond tied up in two properties or paying through the nose for mortgage fees). Here are some tips to help save and make some money with your move. Read more...

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Get solar installed cheaper - form a buyers group!

Even with all the Government rebates that are around at the minute and the added cash that you can make from a feed in tariff (link) installing a renewable power source can be an expensive process. So we’ve put together a quick guide for you to access even cheaper solar power by joining or forming a buyers group. Read more...

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Pricing Guides for Tradespeople

This comprehensive tradespeople price guide provides information on the cost of a variety of different trades including plumbers, electricians, painters, fencers, plasterers, carpenters, and more. Read more...

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