the-e-dealer Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 I want to buy a microwave online. Does anyone know a company that will deliver when I am not at work? IE after 6pm . I dont want to take a whole day off work or wait in all day Saturday. I could get it delivered to work but trains very crowded. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodo1 Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 argos have launched a new service with a delivery company that will do this. Order On line and you should see it. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439488 Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-e-dealer Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 Thanks - When I looked at Argos just now there was no mention only 8am to 8pm. I can wait until they have fully launched it. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439491 Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-e-dealer Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 Re Argos - It seems a microwave isnt big enough to get a vaguely timed delivery - 8-10 10-2 2-6 Maybe if I order a bigger Microwave! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439527 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsebox Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 I think Amazon offer tailored delivery slots, for a fee. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439530 Share on other sites More sharing options...
StraferJack Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 It's a perennial problem this. What about neighbours you know will be in? Or any forumites you can trust? depending on what part of the area you are in you could ask if anyone is available? If you don't like the look of them, say you are already sorted, and if it's someone reasonably sane you could arrange something? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439531 Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_carnell Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 In rural areas and even in some cities, pubs will often offer this service. Perhaps a new idea for Scott of Capitol pubs? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439544 Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-e-dealer Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 Most of my Neighbours work . And one is a Socialite playboy so he's never in. I cant really understand WHY companies get away with expecting us to be in but also earn money to spend. Ah well. Oh and Amazon only do before 1.00 By the time I get to work it would be 2.30 so a over a half day's leave wasted. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439552 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nymom Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 John Lewis will do a pre 1030 am delivery but they do charge for it. I have done it in an emergency and they came before 9 both times. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439556 Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-e-dealer Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 Yes Jonh Lewis seem to be the best. Surely some company does after 6 ? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439565 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 I don't recall ever seeing an option for evening delivery with any company.Saturday delivery is common though - could you consider that instead? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439568 Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-e-dealer Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 Ocado Tesco Sainburys do evening delivery - I think PC world do too - Hmm I wonder if they sell Microwaves we could be on to something.I usually take my step son out on Saturdays - We cant be cooped up all day. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439572 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin68 Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 Dell used to do a 6.00-9.00pm slot as standard, but I think they may have stopped that. You can arrange for relatively small packages (the micro-wave might be too big) to be delivered to your local sub post office - sometimes when Royal Mail Parcels can't deliver they take stuff to sub post offices anyway and leave a note saying what they have done (the post takes it back to the sorting office). Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439575 Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-e-dealer Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 Fantastic TESCO HAVE A TWO HOUR DELIVERY SLOT !! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439579 Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-e-dealer Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 ARGH - They dont do it in East Dulwich! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439582 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClareC Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 Where in ED do you live? If close to us I dont mind taking delivery, my OH works from home and I am on maternity leave so it's rare for nobody to be in. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439626 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 Or just pop down to Sainsbury's and get one there... take bus/car/taxi home. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439630 Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-e-dealer Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 Friern Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439633 Share on other sites More sharing options...
keano77 Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 This is a problem I have all the time. Sounds like a potential business opportunity for some bonded warehouse around ED. However, how much would people be prepared to pay? ?5 per day? But what if you're on holiday for a week - that may swallow any saving you've made on the internet. Still cheaper than taking a day off work though. What about small registered letters, would ?5 be too much? And multiple items, say two quilts and two pillows - what is an acceptable charge to store these items until you can pick them up after work? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439677 Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-e-dealer Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 I'd pay a tenner ! Time off for Parents Evenings , special assemblies and Doctors makes it very difficult to have additional time off to suit Currys and Comet et al. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439682 Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-e-dealer Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 -- moved topic -- Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439712 Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrannyP Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 I am thinking of setting up a "Home Service" as part of a larger business we currently run and this is one of the areas I would like to offer, i.e. taking deliveries on behalf of people and then delivering at a time that suits them, or for larger items, plumbers, electricians, etc. offering a waiting in service. So I apologise for not being able to give any direct advice, but this seemed like a perfect opportunity to gauge local opinion on whether this would be of interest to the busy and working folk of East Dulwich and the surrounding area. Other services would include local babysitters (particularly for Parent Evenings which are short and you don't necessarily want the hassle of using someone like Sitters!), gardening, handyman, holiday services, secretarial services, shopping, tree surgery; anything you need for the home that isn't major refurbishment or property maintenance, which is what our main company does (The Build Team, sorry couldn't resist the plug).I would be really grateful for anyone's input into this as it is just an idea at the moment.Many thanksFrannyP Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439766 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluerevolution Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 Looking at your username .............. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-439797 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tog_in_sox Posted May 27, 2011 Share Posted May 27, 2011 Unless you're saving stupid money on the e-tailer price or you have to have a specific brand/model just go to Sainsbury's on DKH once you're home (open til 00:00) or pop out to Curry's or Comet, etc as most are open past 7 on at least one evening. I've used Peter Jones in Sloane Square on a Thurs eve to avoid the crowds and ensure a decently warranteed product and getting back on the train after 6:30 is easy.Any particular reason you need it delivered other than the commute home with a large package!? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-440172 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ziggy Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 Amazon do indeed offer an named day evening service Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/17486-deliveries-out-of-working-hours/#findComment-440631 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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