The Loacally blog
Getting things sorted at home.
Practical, no-nonsense help for your London home. What jobs really cost, which trade you actually need, and how to hire someone you can trust.
How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Radiator in London? (2026 Prices)
A like-for-like radiator swap in London costs about £180 to £350 all-in during 2026, of which labour is roughly £90 to £220. See scenario prices for moving, adding and whole-house swaps, what a fair quote itemises, why you do not need a Gas Safe engineer, and how VAT is applied.
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How Much Does It Cost to Unblock a Drain in London? (2026 Prices)
Unblocking a standard drain in London costs about £100 to £200 in 2026, but a great many London blockages sit in pipework Thames Water owns and clears at no charge. See how to work out whose drain it is, what each type of clearance costs, what a fair quote itemises, and when insurance applies.
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