I live near Portsmouth. I wanted cavity insulation and went to British Gas, who sent a surveyor to my house to have a look. The cost of the cavity insulation, including fitting three vents was in excess of £350. The surveyor said it was a lot of money to pay and that there were cheaper alternatives. Next thing I know he whips out a pile of estimate forms belonging to a company that has nothing to do with British Gas. Apparently they will do the same work for £160. I checked the company on the internet, then rang them, they are real and they are quite big as well. The surveyor said that the work would involve two men working for approx 4.5 hours. Thats
9 hours of work. If the materials cost £50 then that leaves £90. Take away the companies profit and then see whats left to pay the two employees. Something does not make sense here. Any comments appreciated.- posted
17 years ago