I don't usually write reviews, but after my experience with Deskelly, I feel it's important to…read moreshare. When we first visited the Tallaght branch, the staff were extremely helpful, especially Colm, who really went out of his way to assist us. This gave us confidence to go with Deskelly, even though their pricing was only average compared to other quotes. We chose them because we expected professionalism and reliability from a larger company. Unfortunately, the reality was very different. Endless Postponements: Dates we had confirmed in the shop were not entered into their system. More than once, I was told last-minute that the fitting was postponed, including on the very morning I was expecting them. This caused huge stress, especially since I had to rearrange the delivery of a new bed and other furniture several times. Customer Care Issues: Communication with customer care was one of the most frustrating parts. Calls were cut off while I was still talking, promises of follow-up were not kept, and I constantly had to chase updates myself. The lack of respect for my time and situation was very disappointing. Inconsistent Fitting Standards: The LVT team did an excellent, clean job. The carpet fitting, however, was messy and inconsistent. Some areas were left unfinished, and in one case the fitter admitted he had used leftover carpet because the measurement hadn't been done properly. Since Deskelly themselves took the measurements, I don't understand how this could happen, and I was left feeling like I had to accept poor standards for something I paid a premium for. In the end, the work was only completed after weeks of stress, delays, and unnecessary back-and-forth. For a company that presents itself as professional and charges above handyman prices, I honestly expected far better. Overall, while some staff tried to help (again, Colm was excellent), the overall process was exhausting, uncoordinated, and frustrating. I would strongly urge Deskelly to improve their communication, scheduling, and accountability so that future customers don't go through what I did. I left this experience frustrated and disappointed, and I genuinely cannot recommend them.

Fitters put a carpet nail through a radiator pipe ( confirmed by two plumbers) assumed Des Kelly…read morewould at least cover refit of the carpet even though I am out plumber fees. Got email back today saying they would cover nothing, even though I have spent over €8000 with them. Fitter made no attempt to check with me about pipes (not a word the whole time) Go elsewhere for business for such an established company I expected better

Recently purchased a bedroom carpet from Carpetright in Liffey Valley and from start to finish I…read morecan only complement them on their advice and wonderful service as well as the huge array of carpets to choose from. Actually, if you need a carpet at the moment you could be lucky enough, as we were, to find a fabulous one at an even more fabulous price in their 'end of roll' pieces which they are selling off - but be sure you have your correct measurements. Lovely friendly staff and extremely helpful. The fitter who was an outside agent for Carpetright was equally businesslike and efficient - he arrived to fit the carpet on the agreed date and called me in the morning to tell me approx. what time he would be arriving. He even called again later to say he was running a half an hour late. Now that, to my mind, is excellent service all round.

Purchased a lamp and shades from Shannon in Hicken Lighting, the most helpful person. She went…read moreabove and beyond to help and make sure I was happy with my decision, recommend different shades and lamps went and repeated checked stockroom for different options. The choice was vast and would highly recommend both the shop and the staff particularity Shannon.

While on a mission to redo a rather dark loft bedroom, I drifted down from MRCB Paints to wander…read morethrough Hicken's with stars in my eyes. Sure the astronomical costs for delicate steel-ribboned chandeliers and huge, dripping front hall-bling pitched most of the stock far out of my budget. But it was fun to stroll through those forests of designer lights, poking at architectural lamps and structurally inspired porch lights. The showroom itself is incredible, and it's clear to see why major hotels and developers look here for something special to sparkle in multi-million euro lobbies.

Excellent tile store with many installed bathrooms; this is a great spot to take ideas. Many…read moreoptions of wall and floor tiles, along with outdoor and wood flooring solutions. I loved the wall panelling section. Great service, expert staff, helped me to find products for my needs and budget. Recommended.

* Avoid* Left us in the lurch big time…read more Told us tiles were in stock and would be available to collect, we'd booked in tiler, plumber for 2nd fix plasterer etc. Our tiler arrived to collect them and they were not there. They offered us free delivery as a compensation which is essentially worthless as collection is easy for our tiler who is always in Ballymount area collecting bits from reliable suppliers. Offered nothing else and we are out of pocket. We were told to send an email.

Contacted PGR for a quote, received a call and subsequent vist to the house and we agreed fascia…read moreand soffit installation, gutter replacement and dry verges installation. Work was completed in 2 days at cost and all very clean,no issues or delays, very efficient and professional service, very please with the outcome. Anita Dublin 15

Rafal did a brilliant job on my roofline. He installed new fascia, soffit and gutters and fixed the…read moreareas of the roof that had leaked and rotted. Rafal provided me with a prompt quotation, arrived on time to do the work and tidied up and took away all the waste after the job was done. Nothing was too much trouble and he is a very nice and reliable guy. I highly recommend for roof and gutter works. Mary D, Blackrock, Dublin

I had never heard of this place until after 3 months of me not getting the baskety thingy that fits…read moreover the gas boiler pipe whatsit (forgive me if I'm getting too technical), wife finally got annoyed and found the shop on the net. She gave them a call, got a price for the thingy and then sent me packing with a slip of paper with the details of the bit we need. I promptly lost the bit of paper. So, on I went in and told the guy what I need ... his response was not to laugh me out of the shop, he just smiled and said "ah, the thing that looks like a chip basket... no problem". Utterly brilliant, a specialised shop (plumbing supplies), with staff who are used to dealing with non specialised / normal members of the public; a genuinely rare thing and brilliant to find.

Another long term shopping list item was ticked off the list today at Harry Corry. Table clothes!…read more And for 7 EUR each, they were grand value, so we got two. One plain cream and one plain plum. Having said that, after a quick wander around the store looking for said table clothes, most of the products here left me underwhelmed. It's seems to be soft furnishings on a budget, but a lot of the designs wouldn't be me. I don't think I'd be hurrying back here to buy a new set of towels or bed sheets. Staff were very nice and one had a bright hello for us when we arrived through the door.

Uh oh, I feel an interrobang coming on: Wow, this is a real…read moreshop I've walked by J.A. Powell's locksmithing shop so many times I assumed it was another of those shuttered antiques peppering the City Centre. With the ongoing and weed-choked digout of the building behind, this faded and barred building looked more like part of the destruction than a business. Lo and behold, the lights were on and the sign said open, and the adventure began... and ended. This is a very well stocked shop that really does what it says on the tin: locks. And all sorts, too: houses, cars, chains and fences. There's no art to the stock, no hours posted, and no effort made to invite shoppers in or keep them there. This is solid trade (if you can get in). Points off for presentation, obfuscation and general strangeness.

They do what it says on the sign: "Locks". They also do…read moreanything related to locks, including top class advice on locks.