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What would you do? (Trust dilemma)

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Amagran Mon 21-Oct-19 15:07:43

I’m sorry, but I’m not sure which forum to post my dilemma on, so I hope it’s ok here.

The thing is, I have got someone lined up to do a job for me in the house, well actually it’s to install a new central heating system and boiler.

He seems like a really nice guy, ever-so posh and a really good laugh. He has promised me that he will get the job done quickly and has given me a really good quote for the job.

The thing is, I’ve asked around and found that he has never actually completed any job to anyone’s satisfaction, has told one lie after another and is a bit of a ladies’ man (although this last doesn’t bother me). He is apparently being investigated for fraud in one job he did. I even asked his sister what she thought and she said she wouldn’t trust him.

He has promised me that he will get the job done by 31st October or he'll die trying, but to be honest some of the things he is planning to do to cut corners seem a little bit left of the law to me. I am also a bit concerned that he has not actually signed the quote he has given me.

I would really value everyone’s opinion – do you think I should trust him and let him into my house?

Labaik Thu 24-Oct-19 11:36:01

I know someone that's dressing as a chlorinated chicken for Halloween....

Nonnie Thu 24-Oct-19 11:22:13

If my son wasn't so busy I would ask for his help, he would be brilliant at this. Keep it up please all, I need some laughs today.

Amagran Thu 24-Oct-19 11:18:46

Quite so, suziewoozie, - I can't stop smiling at the irony. grin

Amagran Thu 24-Oct-19 11:14:56

Nonnie, I think you just have! smile

Nonnie Thu 24-Oct-19 10:54:47

Oh I do wish I could find something as witty to say as you guys!

suziewoozie Thu 24-Oct-19 10:31:57

Amagran there is something very ironic in the fact that the mass suicidal behaviour of lemmings is one of the best examples of fake news going in the natural world.

Amagran Thu 24-Oct-19 09:57:51

Gratifying to know that so many people need a dressing-up costume, SirChenjin! thlwink thlgrin

SirChenjin Thu 24-Oct-19 07:39:17

I have heard that the lemming costume is selling out quickly for Halloween ? ?‍♀️

Amagran Wed 23-Oct-19 23:45:55

MawB grin grin

MawB Wed 23-Oct-19 23:38:17

No Amagran they are in short supply as many have already headed to the cliffs ready for 31 October

MawB Wed 23-Oct-19 23:36:47

? ? ? moment GabriellaG?
Not like you to be so slow on the uptake gringrin

Amagran Wed 23-Oct-19 23:35:16

Does anyone know - Is there any truth in the rumour that pet shops are doing a booming trade at the moment in the sale of lemmings?

GabriellaG54 Wed 23-Oct-19 23:23:35

It was a clever play on words and a welcome change from the 'seriousness' of the RL scenario.
I don't hang my hat on BJ but if he gets us out then he'll become Boy Wonder for leavers, bluster or no, dalliances, lies, whatever.
All will be forgiven by leavers if he comes up with the goods.

Amagran Wed 23-Oct-19 22:59:31

GabriellaG54, I sympathise completely. My credulity, too, has been sorely taxed as I see Johnson's popularity rise with every revelation concerning his dubious past dealings that emerges.

It may not be your cup of tea, but some people have enjoyed following this thread and have found it a bit of light relief. smile

See my post of Tues 22nd Oct. 23:58:19

Hetty58 Wed 23-Oct-19 22:59:09

Very funny!

suziewoozie Wed 23-Oct-19 22:46:01

GG54 you don’t normally hold back from typing your true thoughts?. But be that as it may, the point of this thread has clearly gone right over your head.

GabriellaG54 Wed 23-Oct-19 22:39:24

I find it hard, very hard indeed to believe that you are actually asking us that question after all the details you have fed us.
If the answer isn't clear to you after hearing those 'recommendations', then I can't possibly type what my true thoughts are.

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SirChenjin Wed 23-Oct-19 13:05:41

earth not end (Freudian slip?)

SirChenjin Wed 23-Oct-19 13:05:06

Very well played Amagran - a great post and certainly goes to show that you should exercise caustion when dodgy sales reps promise the end and never, ever sign on the dotted line before you know exactly what you're getting for your money. I wish everyone had taken that approach 3 years ago.

MawB Wed 23-Oct-19 11:20:23

Amagran
10/10 ! ✔️✔️✔️✔️✔️✔️

crystaltipps Wed 23-Oct-19 11:16:33

He’ll try to bully you into signing a 100 page contract without having time to read the small print, as he needs to get the order in as soon as possible before “the special offer“ runs out.

mcem Wed 23-Oct-19 11:05:29

Well done amagran. It was a tonic to look at the shambles from a different but very relevant viewpoint! Wonder if it made anyone stop, think and draw parallels?
First time I've found anything brexit-related to be amusing!
(Hope I've got that right and you don't really need boiler advice).

Nonnie Wed 23-Oct-19 10:23:03

Amagran I shared this on my Facebook and it certainly fooled some people!