The bill arrived today from the plumber for commissioning the new boiler at the Cliff Top Residence.



He had to turn the boiler on – but couldn't until I told him that the remote sensor needed batteries in it.

His young assistant bled the radiators and managed to spray the ceilings with very black water.

He reckoned that the paperwork would take a couple of hours …… 12 ticks and a signature.

(Don't forget to allow for the time spent licking the pencil, Peabrain. Lo,TG Ed)

£293.78p

I would have done it myself but unfortunately it’s a gas system and it’s illegal for me to touch it.

When the gas hob needs fitting, I fully intend to break the law.

[talking about gas and associated problems - have you seen this?]