"harry" wrote in message
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On Thursday, 9 November 2017 19:06:34 UTC, tim... wrote:
"Rod Speed" wrote in message
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Tim Lamb wrote
Chris J Dixon wrote

Anybody else watching this series?

Not knowingly. I tend to watch this sort of programme hoping to learn
something useful.

My criticism of Grand Designs etc. is that the format is focused on
the
human interest angle rather than exploring how jobs are managed and
what
materials are best.

Not always, particularly with the self managed projects.
Each programme follows a couple of small household refurbs. Three
builders quote for each, one is chosen, and does the job.

Chosen on what basis ? Bet the quote is different to what the general
public would get, to get them on the program etc.

Homes under the Hammer is good for this

you often see whole houses being refurbished (by a contractor) for less
than
my sister could get a quote for a bathroom refit

tim

The Free TV Advertising makes up for any money lost.

there's no advertising value of you have no idea who the contractor was

tim