We have a small septic tank 2m4 which now needs emptying. 

We anticipated around 150 Euro for the job but today have been told expect 150 Euro for the emptying, but another 350/400 for the disposal into the 'system' wherever that is.

Does anyone have any experience?

Hello to one and all.

We bought a property in Marche in December and we are now trying to work through the various prices for renovation. Although habitable it needs a fair amount of work and we are amazed at the prices being quoted. 8000 euro for painting internally, just emulsion on walls, no gloss work for doors etc, for a 180sqm house. Is this a reasonable price? To me it seems very expensive, although I know the price of paint in Italy is high.

Replacing windows and doors 25000e plus, no outside shutters or mosquito screens and all in pine.

We are a British couple living in Lazio.  We are animal lovers, so when we moved to live in Italy we brought our own 2 pet dogs with us.

But we were deeply saddened by the number of stray, unwanted dogs that there are in Italyand how many canines are badly treated by their owners. It seems Italians do not feel the same attachment to their animals as we do.  

I had a phone call from Italy yesterday saying that the local TV news was reporting that there are new routes from Falconara.  Did anyone hear about this or know where I can find out more?

I checked the Ancona airport press releases and there is nothing there

Thanks Folks

Hi everyone,

We have just become proud owners of a property, which requires a full restoration.  We are very excited about the project , but there is a lot to learn and a lot to do.  Which brings me to the following questions that I have for you wise and knowledgeable people:

1- We have decided to have a combined heating system of thermal, under-floor heating, and one wood-burner connected to the boiler.