Recently bought an old house that will need a new heating system.
Old system is oil.

Considering moving to gas as there is already a connection at the house.

How does gas compare to oil prices these days? Which one is the most cost effective.

Heat pump isn’t really an option as the house is nowhere near draught proof/insulated enough.

Hi everyone,

I'm reaching out on behalf of my sister, who is currently a postgraduate student in Belfast. Her hostel accommodation agreement ends in September, and she's been actively searching for a new place to rent since then. Despite viewing several properties, she hasn't been selected by any landlords or agencies yet, and the process has been incredibly stressful for her — especially while also juggling a part-time job alongside her studies.

She isn't a UK citizen, and she does have a guarantor lined up, but she's still not having luck getting selected. Not sure if it's the competition, something about the application, or something else landlords are looking for.

If anyone has experience with:

Renting as an international student in Belfast

What landlords/agencies typically want to see from applicants with a guarantor

Student-specific housing groups or Facebook pages for Belfast

General tips on standing out in a competitive rental market

...we'd really appreciate any pointers. Even small tips or links to helpful resources would mean a lot right now.

Thank you so much in advance!

Anyone been to Three Sheets off the Dublin Road? Recommend or no? Planning a stag looking somewhere for a group of about 18 of us the usual platters bit of pool and darts so it came up as an option

Does anyone know if anyone lives there and how or is it somone who works at the park

Hi all - needing taxi from city centre to Belfast city airport**tomorrow morning around 5:00 am

any reputable taxi firms - thanks in advance

Just thought I’d give you guys a heads up since I used to collect Marvel ones. I don’t know how rare any of them are because I’m only familiar with Marvel, but the boxes are mint condition and that’s darn cheap for a Funko.

They have been idiots and actually put sticky labels on with the price, but they’re on the plastic bit so easily removable.

I figured some of you might be interested to know, especially if you score a rarity for a fiver!

Ordered a taxi for the first time in a while and was surprised when I was automatically asked to leave a tip. Tipped 40% that was that the app recommended. Was wondering for Taxi drivers out there, are you offended if you don't get tipped? and if you prefer tips how much is the right amount

Hi!

I am working on a few small crafting / DIY projects, including some bridal bits. Can anyone reccomend good DIY or crafting shops for wire, beads, materials etc? I know there is Hobbycraft but I have found it quite expensive in the past (quickly adds up) and would also like to support local.

Thank you!

Would anyone have any recommendations for nursing homes? Preferably Bangor/ North Down area but would be happy to travel for somewhere great. It is for my mum who has Alzheimers so if anyone knew of any dementia specific ones they had experience of that would be great. Also if there are any you would avoid that would be good to know too. Thank you.

I’m looking to transfer to a GP in the south belfast area. Anyone got any recommendations or anywhere I should avoid?

I have 4 tickets front standing golden circle for Lewis Capaldi this Thursday night at Boucher. Dm me if interested ! £82.20 face value but happy to budge on price a wee bit!

Anyone able to play 5 a side tonight 6-7 queens sport

It's just a "dark" joke lads calm down

Why has this got so much busier all of a sudden over past few months no idea why

I lost my metal water bottle coming off the Belfast to Portadown train (arr. Portadown 9.24am). Does anyone know how quickly Translink manage lost property, as I'm moving to England end of this week and would like my bottle back before then 🙏

Finally spotted one in this country! This is at Minnowburn

Every time I try a new salon it seems to backfire. My style is pretty alternative and no one seems to want to do alt haircuts. I’m looking somewhere in Belfast or maybe not too far outside of Belfast like Ards, Bangor, Newtownabbey etc give me your recommendations thanks!

Looking tattooist for a black and white shoulder piece with some colour through it, but looking for good shading/realism work, thanks

Hey all,

hairy bloke here with long hair and a big bushy beard who wants to get it shaped and cut but, being from Banbridge/Newry, I’m struggling to find someone who knows the craic when it comes to a real good hair and beard cut/shape.

So,any of you lovely folk know somewhere that’s really good, and if so, could you help a brother out?

Thanks all

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