These are the guys to go to when you're looking for carpets, rugs, tiles, wooden floors, etc…read more They've been doing this for years, and have a small team that can fit the carpets and flooring as well (carpet-fitters are becoming increasingly rare). This is one of those places that relies on returning customers and word-of-mouth, which is why they're one of those local suppliers that have a real focus on customer service (see my Gibson's Butchers and Direct Furniture reviews). For being a small independent retailer, they seem to be able to keep their prices quite reasonable. I was just in to get a mat, but they have carousels of carpet samples as well as different types of wooden flooring on display, and they have another area for floor and wall tiles. The staff were very friendly - down to earth but professional.

Great company for price and even the product, but Serivce is Terrible. We were booked in for Am…read moretime which couldn't be fullfilled so we went for 4pm and still this could not be meet, the workers came at Approximately 5.30. Even though the installation was quick the bedroom had things on the floor and they put the carpet down over the top, bad job and unfinished. I called the following day and I was told they would come out asap afternoon time and no one came. Within 2 days this company managed to let me down 4 times, I tried to call but the company closed at 5pm.

Great job I never thought I'd have a great kitchen in our life time the other kitchen we had was…read morelike a disaster in the house I got this team to help with the house excellent service and the building work was done in time for the new kitchen units can't find any fault with their work I would recommend them anytime keep up with the good work lad's

Popped in here yesterday to pick up some electrical terminal blocks to fit a ceiling light, that…read moresounded very professional didn't it? To be honest I only had a vague idea of what I was looking for but the blokes in Castle helped me out as soon as I walked through the door. This is an old school DIY and hardware store - they seem to have everything behind that counter. The good thing about coming here rather than going to a chain shop is that I was able to walk in ask an expert and leave within 5 minutes. I also didn't have to buy anything I didn't need. They stock plumbing, electrical and decorating equipment including paint but I would suggest just going in and speaking to the guys who work there - they couldn't have been more helpful. What's more, the electrical blocks cost me under £2! Great value!

Castle DIY is an independent hardware store on the Antrim Road, just off by the Cavehill Road…read moreintersection. It's a great place for a bit of local knowledge. I'm not a driver so if something goes wrong or I need to get some paint, its hassle to go to one of the big B&Q or the other big stores. The staff have a great knowledge of everything they sell. I needed some orange paint and whilst they didn't have a certain insane colour (not my choice!), but they offered to get it delivered in withouth any extra charge. Pleasant, knowledgeable guys who will go that extra mile to help.

DIXONLINE manager my move from London to N.Ireland. They were incredible, packed up everything in…read moremy house and moved it across the sea to N.Ireland. Professional, fast and experts at removals. 10/10. I would not hesitate to recommend or use again. Also excellent value and great customer service.

From the first interaction with Nicola in the office (super efficient quote) to the last item…read moredelivered by the A-team (the awesome Alan and amazing Arthur), the Dixonline were a pleasure to deal with. Moving is always more stressful than you anticipate but the crew at the Dixonline will ensure everything goes smoothly. Removal day was an unusually hot one and space in the truck was at a premium but the contents of my home were assessed thoroughly and thoughtfully; every item was handled with the greatest care - including the tricky furniture and way more boxes of books than I had imagined. I had great peace of mind knowing my belongings were in such safe hands. Everything was indeed delivered safely, and unloaded in no time. As other reviewers have mentioned, nothing is too much trouble. I highly recommend the Dixonline; they provided the best value on my UK-Ireland move with absolutely no compromise in professionalism.

Woodmac and Son are a Bangor based jack of all trades company. I say jack of all trades because…read morethey specialise in Electrics but this extends to portable appliance testing (Safety checks for you and me), fire alarm systems, CCTV systems, computer Cabling, security, intercom systems, emergency lighting and Inspection and testing. The reason I write about Woodmac and Sons is that they managed to solve an electrical mystery in one of my previous employers kitchens. The fuse blew up in the kitchen and we were left in total darkness, I even started peeling the head chefs head instead of the potatoes, that's when he decided to call in the electricians. Two separate electrician companies came out and were flummoxed (great word) by what was causing the power surge and in turn the kitchens electric fusing, but within 5 minutes of arriving Woodmac and Sons managed to solved the mystery and fix the problem. No, it was not the chef in the cellar with the candlestick it was in fact the blue fly lights that were causing the electric to trip. If you have an electrical mystery that needs to be solved then I would call Woodmac and Sons, they are reliable and affordable and really know their stuff.

Martin Phillips Carpets is a typical carpet warehouse operation with lots of on the roll carpets to…read morechoose from and lots of sample books to choose from. Generally they have carpets on the roll at very good prices and it is usual for the prices to be keener on what's in stock. I have and do shop around to see what 's on offer but I must admit I more often than not end up coming back to Martin Phillips as he's local I can save on delivery. They do have a range of wooden flooring on display but I have never purchased any so don't know how they would compare. Being local means I find them useful for all those carpeting and flooring accessories; edging strips, saddles, etc.

When I recently moved I did come across some of the most rubbish blinds I think I have ever saw. I…read morenever thought it was possible for a set of plastic blinds to form their own mould population capable of launching attacks at the giant being sitting on the mountain known as sofa. I wondered into to Fraser Nolan for ideas more than to actually buy anything, as there is no way on Earth I could afford to have my own shutters made. The show room looks fantastic, filled with all manor of shutters. Who knew there were so many designs purposely for helping me see the TV better at midday?! The gentleman there was very helpful and did give me a run down of what they could do for me at a reasonable price (still nowhere near what I could afford but he didn't know that). I left with a lot of info that I can now take to Ikea and pretend I know what I'm talking about!

These are the best things ever. We had these installed and I have to say we are the envy of the…read moreneighborhood. We have had so many compliments and people asking where we got them. I of course recommend Fraser Nolan. They have added so much appeal to our home, inside and out not to mention it has made the house quieter, warmer and all around beautiful. I have them only in the front lounge at moment but hope to get more for the rest of the house in the future. Great professional service and everything was as promised. Thank you so much Fraser!

Probably the main supplier of blinds within a few miles' radius. They do a good selection of…read moreblinds, and will send someone out to get your windows measured up and even to make suggestions about types of blinds for different rooms and windows. They didn't do a great job initially with our blinds, several of them being too long when they were fitted, but they have no problem fixing it for you if they've measured or cut them incorrectly, and that's in keeping with their friendly customer service.