We had a guy from A & E Dowler come fix our washing machine today, and I was really impressed not…read moreonly by his skills, but by his friendliness. He was really conversational the entire time he was working, but not annoyingly. He had useful, interesting things to say. He was fast at what he did, as well. He obviously really knew what he was doing, not just in fixing the problem with the actual washing machine, but in getting the thing out where he could access it (it's fixed into the counter) without damaging anything. It really didn't take him that long at all, and his prices were reasonable. For an average job they charge £45. And they only charge you £10 to come look at something. That's a deal you won't get most anywhere else! They sell and service all kinds of leading brands of electrical appliances. I highly recommend this company.

Great place to find household appliances. They sell some…read morebargain graded items and have some great value high end Items. American Fridges, Smeg Fridges, Range cookers. Friendly, experienced staff who can help.

I have used Wharf Plumbing & Heating supplies for very many years and I have always found them to…read morebe helpful and friendly. With a large stock of parts on hand, I have never had the inconvenience of having to travel miles out of my way to get what I need to do the odd DIY job. In my considered opinion they are a professional team and a lot less expensive than the likes of Screwfix, Plumb Centre, B&Q, etc. Well worth a visit if they're local to you. Highly recommended.

I called in Wharf to order 2 expensive radiators from a catalogue they had given me. I was "served"…read moreby the most incredibly rude and nasty member of staff to the extent that I left and took my order and my money to the Plumb Centre in Crewe who dealt with my order with no problem at all and gave me a 20%discount. Ladies beware, misogynists are everywhere.

Rapid DIY is a department store with a difference - it's family run and owned which is nice to see…read morein the days of B&Q and Argos monopolising the market. It's located where John Lewis used to be, right underneath the Radio City tower, impossible to miss. They used to concentrate on selling DIY and hardware, however now they sell everything under one roof, from linen curtains to carpets to the traditional DIY. The store has been recently refurbished, and now has a cafe instore which even sells the traditional scouse! Everything is a reasonable price, considering it is an independent store and in my opinion is on track to compete with the big names in the business.

Rapid DIY is a brilliant all round department store serving several floors that once used to be the…read morehome of John Lewis. It has now expanded greatly and made the most of the former (and well recognised) George Henry Lee building. Rapid is now right in the heart of the city centre with many entrances you can't fail to walk past. The massive improvement is that the building is now fully refurbished to give customers an even better, brighter shopping experience all under one roof! It is still going to expand further in the not so distant future which is also great news. Additionally, there is a fantastic Signature Cafe in store serving hot and cold wholesome Liverpool favourites, including scouse (one of my favourites)! As a whole, Rapid is great value for money and has a huge range of quality goods. You won't be disappointed.

From the outside the Power Tool Centre looks like a basic garden tool and work wear shop. Inside…read moreyou will find some quite specialised tools and equipment from the higher end of the market such as DeWalt, Markita (my personal favourite power tools manufacturer), Silverline, Festool, Proxxon and Stanley. They stock just about everything including a very good selection of work boots and safety equipment. The staff are helpful and know the products well. When I need a spare part or more often a repair on my power tools (not often with Makita) and garden home accessories I'm here. If you live further afield they offer a mail order service. Why go to a large chain - these guys are so much better.

Been to this shop many times in past 30 years Bought many tools over the years at competitive…read moreprices. Puss they have many tools in store to view which i prefers to shop online. As you can see & judge what your buying .. I have been in many times just to brows. Or pick up a small bargain whats on offer . The first time i went to this store was in 1980s to pick up a Black & Decker drill which had been repaired for lawton and Wallace . whom i was working for that time . Its a good shop for any shop fitter carpenter joinery working in the city of Liverpool to purchase any tools he would need to work in the city. Keep up the Good work Liverpool power tools centre.

Woolton Carpet Centre is the only place to go in Liverpool for any of your flooring needs - there…read moreis wide range of stuff from carpets to vinyl flooring. The showroom has everything on display and stocks all of the big manufacturers from UK and Europe. The Carpet Centre is currently getting approval from the Office of Fair Trading which shows that this is a company that can be trusted. When ordering, you will receive a written quotation, a safe deposit, two year guarantee, and next day delivery once you've ordered,

Woolton Carpet Centre is situated in the centre of Garston (?). It is an excellent huge store which…read morecaters for all your flooring needs, Woolton Carpet Centre has a massive range of carpets, laminates, tiling and lino. The prices are very reasonable and the products available here seem to be of very good quality indeed. The staff here pounce on you as soon as you come in, but will also leave you to look around if you prefer. Once you ask for help the sales people will do their best to ensure that you get exactly what you want, and within your budget.

This place is a little treasure trove of wonderfully useful gadgets for the kitchen…read more Half the time you never realised that there was a solution to a particular problem until you come across it in Lakeland, and then once you've bought it and taken it home you quickly realise that you just can't live without it. Items are always particularly well made and generally made to last. Prices are also very good and it is worth getting on their mailing list to get info on their latest offers.

This Lakeland Store in Chester is a hidden gem, it is located in the beautfiul area of victorian…read morebuilding in Chester. Lakeland is one of those shops that unless you go in it, you didnt realise you wanted or could use that product, its the same principle as Tupperware, no house is without it. This store is frequented by the 30+ generation, who appriciate the quality of the items. The store has a much wider range that the catalogue, and all the items are extremely well presented. The staff are really helpful and it is a pleasure ot shop in here.

Homesense at the Trafford Centre is fairly tucked away within Trafford Palazzo (formerly Barton…read moreSquare), it is a large store and it is over two floors. The store looks fairly nice from the outside and is reasonably spacious and presentable for a Homesense store, which can be a little like a non-clothing, home goods version of TKMaxx, their parent company. They had a small selection of furniture and some interesting items, some prices better than others. I like how this store is open late into the evening, which for night-owls like myself is ideal, they're open until 10 pm during the week, closing a little earlier on weekends. I did find the store to be both understaffed and untidy, the shelves were full of rubbish left by customers, including half-eaten food and empty cups, I understand this isn't the store's fault but it was just rather unpleasant, and with no staff members on the shop floor, it wasn't getting tied up to look more presentable. Again, a lack of staff on the shop floor meant I struggled to find what I was looking for. 4* - I like this HomeSense store better than their Manchester Arndale location, it is larger and has a nice range of stock, yet they could for sure improve the staffing levels and cleanliness around the store.

Home Sense is one of the greatest discoveries of the Western world. Where else can you create a…read moredesigner home for half the price? It looks very TK Maxx with endless aisles of furniture and ornaments in no particular order or organisation, but you do not have to look for as long in Home Sense to unveil a bargain. I love the grandeur and scale of some of the items; there are enormous Baroque mirrors which lounge beside huge terracotta pots- its like being in the Land of The Giants. Union Jack painted cabinets stand patriotically next to mirrored Art Deco inspired dressing tables and there are pictures galore promoting everything from Pop Art to Hollywood legends. Home Sense's garden range is definitely worth taking note of, there are table and chairs in ice cream colours and last year I saw a stone table and bench which was absolutely divine and I still kick myself for not buying it. So I have versed you well Yelpers on the stock, now for the prices! This is one of the cheapest priced shops I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Cabinets costing £600 elsewhere are £250 here, crockery is a steal and glasses are great quality and £13 for a box of 6 champagne flutes. I am serious, you blink twice with astonishment when you go to the till. What is appealing about this quirky treasure trove is its ever changing stock.There is no point admiring a Home Sense bargain found by someone else and hoping you can get it for yourself. The majority of the stock are one-offs and will not be featured again so this is a buy-it-when-you-see-it type of place. Yay! I'm a fan!