So, for years I rented my washer (or rather a series of washers, they were never new) from a one-guy firm. He used to be really good, if it broke, he'd be out the next day. Over the years I think he must have gotten more successful because you can never get a hold of him and when he does turn up it's because he's been on holiday. For a month. Again. That's not my problem, nor my business, I'm glad he's doing well.
But, in May, I was given a washer. Which was going to save me a few quid in rental a month. So I texted the guy and asked him to pick up his washer at his earliest convenience. Then again a week later. I finally texted that I was going to stick the washer in the insecure shed. He finally texted back that he'd been busy and get it the following day. This was in June.
The washer is still in my hallway. I sent him a text last monday asking if he actually wants it back, no reply. Now I know someone in desperate need of a washer... there's a solution here, but it's not entirely legal or ethical, but on the other hand, I want my hallway back.