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AWOL neighbour
My neighbour is a single male in his 50s , he used to work from home as an accountant so paperwork would be dropped off and collected, he didn't actually have a place of work, about 4 years ago an elderly relative of his passed away and left him a house elsewhere . I've got no reason to think this isn't the case. We live…
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Our shower has stopped working: did switching our thermostat off while away affect it?
We're having an issue with our 1990s-era Triton T80i electric shower where it's dripping from the shower head and we can't get hot water late at night. We have a Hive smart thermostat system which was installed in 2016 with a new boiler: this is set up to heat water twice a day for 30 minutes each time. We had to be away…
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Removing rust on cast iron drainpipe
How should I remove the rust on my cast iron drainpipe? Someone told me to buy Kuruste but I have also seen Hammerite rust remover gel. Is there any difference? Thank you.
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Can someone explain why I have 2 stoptaps joined together?
can anyone in the know explain the 2 stop taps that seems to be attached together at the pipe. I'm really confused .
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Bathroom remodel.
I intend removing my existing shower cubicle (1200x900 quad) and installing a newer 1400x800 walk in job. I currently have a 10.8kW elec shower supplied by a 10mm t&E cable. Now a thought entering my empty head is can I connect the DHW output from my Worcester combi to the inlet solenoid on the shower? I realise that…
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Stairwell carpet stinks after being shampoo'd with machine.
I have a RugDoctor machine, after I got it a few months ago I shampoo'd the whole flat and the only smell I noticed was on the stairwell/front door area which was a smelly feet smell, I did it again a week later and the smell was still there but not as bad and went away after a few weeks. I decided to do it again as…
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Double storey Extension idea for detached house
Hi need some help , we are trying to seek permission for an extension double storey over garage and behind Uunfortunately garage is very close to neighbours house, an old extension We have been told we need 4 metres clearance on first floor, which makes while extension pointless Any ideas, On the other side there's an…
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Giving away metal bed frame, but want to drill holes and add nut's and bolt for slats, advice wanted
I bought a new bed and as the old frame got bent a little when I fell even though I sorted it theres a dent where the bend was, I also got some spare slats and replaced them but some slats are loose still and want to drill some holes into the frame and put nut and bolt in to stop them wobbling as that was the problem I had…
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Brick Repointing. Ask to be redone or fussy?
Hi, As the title says, I got a small bit of repointing done last week. It's still not fully dry other than the bottom parts, but I'm tempted to ask them to take another look. I know you'll never get a perfect match, but the colour is more of a buff to me than grey. Am I being unreasonable to do so? Thanks!
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Plastering quote for kitchen
I’ve just received a quote of £1740.00 (£460.00 materials) for my kitchen. 2 guys for 2 days. Dot and dab 1 wall, skim all other walls and over board ceiling. Is this a reasonable quote as it seems quite high? I’ve taken all the cornices off since these photos were taken
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Help identifying curtain rail fixings
I need to find some replacement fixings for a curtain rail in a bay window. The track itself is OK but the brackets have failed so I'd like to find some replacements if anyone recognises them? If it helps in identification I can tell you that they attach in my case to a plastic thing that slides on a metal bracket as shown…
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Any tips on how to loosen this concrete?
This gorgeous and desirable 😕 part of my access had these 3 block pavers missing when I moved in 7yrs ago. I've tried various concretes that were in my shed but they just fall off again eventually no matter how much preparation I do. Now I've bought some adhesive but can't chip off the old concrete to get it level which is…
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Who is responsible for a shared rainwater drain for terraced houses?
I share a single down pipe and drain with 2 neighbours (I’m in the middle) for the rainwater collected in our respective gutters at the front of our terrace. We believe it connects to the sewer in the road. The down pipe and drain sit between mine and “Fred’s” houses. “Paul’s” gutter feeds into them. Fred and I have…
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Help with a drainage issue?
I'm after some advice on a drainage issue we're currently suffering. I've knocked up the below plan to try and help explain things: (Downpipes are in blue, as is the land drain in front of the garages. The land drain discharges into the green below-ground line, which connects below-ground to the neighbour's rear left-hand…
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New washing machine
My last washing machine lasted just over 10 years and I did not bother registering it. I had a water leak 18 months ago and found out on Youtube what part was needed, I bought a pattern part and fitted it myself, machine lasted another 18 months before a different electronic fault occurred and would not work. I bought a…
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Worcester Bosch engineer
Recently had a service on my two year old boiler - identified a slight issue with the valve filter not shutting off properly - arranged as part of warranty for this to be repaired by Worcester Bosch and an engineer came out today - took a look and said as he would need to stand on my worktop to access what he needed, and…
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Problem with electric Velux window after < 2 years
We had an electric Velux roof window fitted less than 2 years ago. Since last week it started making a clunking sound when we tried to open it (it sounded a bit like a clutch slipping on a motor), and it opens much more slowly. I've uploaded a video of the problem here: https://youtu.be/Xi-pbDL2ZpE When we bought the…
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Scaffold damage
Hi all, just looking for some advice please. We had scaffolding erected for some work on our house. When they took it down, a pole was dropped right through our plastic conservatory roof. It has 12 panels and is 15+ years old but fine. The guy they sent to look at it said a replacement will stick out like a sore thumb…
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UPVC Window Handle - advice please
Some of the handles on my windows look worn and are difficult to open, being stiff and screech when opening. Can they be maintained in any way, ie taken apart and oiled, or do they need to be replaced? Any advice welcome.
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Kitchen Installation for DIY Kitchen - North London
Hi We are keen to replace our existing kitchen and we like DIY Kitchens. Please can anyone recommend a kitchen installer with experience of DIY Kitchens, working in the North London area. Thank You.
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