Bruntsfield Hoover Services

My hoover is Mr. Reliable. Henry, if you’re a student you’ll probably know one of his brothers. And we’ve never had any problems with Henry. So I’m reviewing this place not for their hoover fixing ability, which I’m sure is top notch, but as a hardware store.
I’ve said before, good hardware stores a elusive at best. And this isn’t a particularly good one. I went in to get a replacement bulb for my desk lamp. If my camera wasn’t broken I’ve have taken a picture of the bulb to show you — it’s a bit of a weird one. But they wanted £4.50 for a new one. Now I’m no hardware expert but I’m also know mug, and I know £4.50 for one light bulb is too much. Sure they were friendly, but save your pennies and try elsewhere.

Ok, I’ve realised the error of my ways. Where I was totally lured in by the old charm and hearty laughs of the staff here. Don’t get me wrong, it’s still an excellent service and definitely worthwhile, but it is, as Sam C said, quite expensive. But to be honest I don’t mind paying a little bit extra for all the times I’ve needed a helping hand.

Sure, slap a handy man in the middle of a fully kitted electrical shop and it becomes a useful tool. But charge over £1.40 for a measly light bulb are you render that handyman a thief.
My limited knowledge of all things fuses and wattage was clearly exploited by these guys and thus my impression of the place is not the best.
I’d been robbed.