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Anne
Anne
Trustpilot Review - December 2024
The engineer sent (Daniel Lewis) to my elderly client to check why their gas hob wasn't working. He arrived within the specified time frame I was gives, he was courteous and well mannered. He had the hob repaired within minutes, leaving my clients over the moon! Highly reccomend Dan to anyone!
J Bhumi
J Bhumi
Google - December 2024
I called Capital Repairs asking for help and advise for my dishwasher. The man who served me, Dipak, was very helpful and patient with me and was able to help repair my machine! Thank you very much!
Jo Yorke
Jo Yorke
Google - December 2024
Daniel Lewis came to look at my client's gas hob as the hobs weren't igniting. He was here about 15 minutes and got it working without any parts. He was lovely and polite to my clients and very very efficient.
Eddie Tang
Eddie Tang
Google - September 2024
Dan was superb! Very friendly, efficient and informative! An asset to the company and deserves a pay rise!
Hugh Sweeney
Hugh SweeneyGoogle - September 2024
Great advice & customer service on the supply of our recent integrated fridge/freezer from Capital Repairs.Our old Neff integrated fridge freezer was ‘packing up’ after 15+yrs hard duty and we were under pressure to get a new one supplied and fitted quickly. They supplied and fitted the new appliance and removed the old one In less than 48hrs ! fantastic! Big thanks to the young fitter Zack he was very diligent and skilled on what was tricky integrated appliance install
Hugh Sweeney
Hugh SweeneyGoogle - September 2024
Great advice & customer service on the supply of our recent integrated fridge/freezer from Capital Repairs.Our old Neff integrated fridge freezer was ‘packing up’ after 15+yrs hard duty and we were under pressure to get a new one supplied and fitted quickly. They supplied and fitted the new appliance and removed the old one In less than 48hrs ! fantastic! Big thanks to the young fitter Zack he was very diligent and skilled on what was tricky integrated appliance install
Sabrina Remedios
Sabrina RemediosGoogle - September 2024
Jason repaired my washing machine. Was quick, effective, thorough and definitely knew what he was doing - very helpful and considerate
Vathsala Paramanathan
Vathsala ParamanathanGoogle - June 2024
I am very pleased with the. Work and advice of the engineer Jason who came today to repair my Liebherr fridge freezer. He said that there was no need to replace any part and resolved the problem
Mercy A.A.
Mercy A.A.Google - May 2024
If we could give the engineer Dan 10 stars we would! Such a quick, reliable service he provided and fixed the issue with our American Fridge/Freezer so quickly. Amazing customer service! Your company should feel lucky to have him representing you.
Sarah
SarahMay 2024
Having had excellent and quick service from Capital who sent engineers to sort out problems with my dishwasher and tumble dryer, I decided to buy a replacement dishwasher from them too. I was able to speak to real person! Who told me what they had available, I selected and bought it and was offered delivery two days later. Kept up-to-date on the timing of the delivery and the two men who came, fitted took away the old machine couldn't have been more helpful. I thoroughly recommend this company for swift and excellent service
Mercy A.A.
Mercy A.A.Google - May 2024
If we could give the engineer Dan 10 stars we would! Such a quick, reliable service he provided and fixed the issue with our American Fridge/Freezer so quickly. Amazing customer service! Your company should feel lucky to have him representing you.
Asker Mirza - Trust Pilot
Asker Mirza - Trust PilotSeptember 2024
Dan Lewis is a brilliant engineer. A REAL engineer and just not a techie.He sorted the awful noise from my Sharp Fridge freezer which I bought from AO.com.Dan’s knowledge base is considerable and he is extremely personable and humble. Will always want him to repair my ‘white’ goods. Most grateful as he has reduced the overall noise level of the fridge freezer.
Clair - Trust Pilot.
Clair - Trust Pilot.May 2024
Very good follow up be email to organize the appointment; engineer came on time and repair was very quick; the only thing which could have been improved was to mention somewhere that ETA means Estimated time of arrival....it usually has another common meaning.

In the winter, most households need to use more energy. Read these 10 household hacks and start saving money on your bills today.

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From heating your home and drying damp clothes, to cranking up the electric blanket and cooking warming wintry meals, the cost of battling the winter freeze can soon add up. To help you cut these rising costs, we’re highlighting 10 household hacks that will help reduce your bills during the colder months.

Embrace zone heating

How many areas in the house do you and your family actually use when it’s cold? We’re guessing you probably flock to one area at a time in a bid to stay warm and cosy. As a concept, zone heating means you only heat the areas of the house where you spend the most time, while unoccupied rooms are kept unheated and sealed off from the rest of the house.

Use a programmable thermostat

If you don’t already have a programmable thermostat, this winter might be the time to install one. The Energy Saving Trust insist that heating accounts for around 60% of your total annual energy bill. This means having the ability to heat your house to a comfortable level for just the hours you’re at home can help save a fortune. Today, smart thermostats managed from your smartphone offer even greater control.

Pack your fridge and freezer tightly

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An empty fridge or freezer costs more to run. This is because a packed fridge or freezer releases less cold air when the door opens, which means it doesn’t have to work as hard re-cooling the interior when you close the door again. If you haven’t got the money to spend on filling your fridge or freezer with food, bottles of water or bags of ice offer a cost-effective alternative.

Beware of vampire devices

Vampire devices get their name because they draw considerable amounts of electrical current from the mains even though they are in standby mode. And, there’s probably a lot more of them than you think. For example, a set-top box might be switched off, but still draws power when downloading shows, while printers suck up a lot of energy just waiting to be used. The only way to be sure of killing these device’s power stealing ways is to unplug them completely from the mains.

Solar warming

When faced with a constant barrage of grey and dreary days it can be tempting to keep your curtains or blinds constantly drawn. However, if you’re lucky enough to have south facing windows, pulling back the curtains and exposing your interior to direct sunlight can help heat a room. For the best results, open your curtains at the time of day your windows are in direct contact with sunlight, then close them straight after to retain the heat.

Find and fight draughts

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The Energy Saving Trust estimate that draught-proofing your windows and doors can save up to £35 per year. To protect your home from winter chills, look for all the gaps that let cold air in and warm air out, then plug them up. To be extra thorough, you can even draught-proof your chimney by installing a specially designed flue blocker.

Keep your oven door open

You’ve just baked a casserole. After taking it out of the oven, what do you usually do next? If you close the door, you’re trapping a lot of potential heat that could be put to better use. By leaving the oven door slightly ajar after you’ve finished cooking, you’ll allow the accumulated hot air to escape and disperse, increasing the temperature in the surrounding room by a welcome degree or two.

Air dry your clothes

During the winter, when it’s too wet to hang your clothes outside, you’ve probably been tempted to dry them on your radiators. Unfortunately, this causes the boiler to work harder than it needs to, costing you more money. The good news is that air drying is possible, even in winter, by simply putting your clothes on a drying rack and placing it under a slightly opened window. As a bonus, hanging clothes on a rack means fewer wrinkles and less ironing.

Free your radiator

42% of UK homes have furniture blocking at least one radiator, according to The Energy Saving Trust. If you’ve got a bed or sofa propped against a radiator, it will conduct most of the heat, which means it will take a lot longer to warm up the room. If a space is at a premium in your house, even moving furniture just a few inches from the radiator can make a massive difference.

Maintaining your appliances

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In a recent blog, we explored the reasons why faulty appliances can lead to sky-high energy bills. In short, faulty wiring, broken sensors, clogged exhausts, broken seals and defective thermostats are just a handful of white good-related problems that can cause your energy bills to soar. For this reason, keeping your appliances maintained and in good working order can help save you a considerable amount of money in the long-term.

 

If you’re based in London, Middlesex or the Home Counties, Capital Repairs can help keep your household appliance in good working order. From small one-off jobs to regular call-outs, we’re a family-run business with over 35 years of experience and a wealth of expertise. To benefit from our fixed-price repairs, call us on 0208 429 3727 today.

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