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Water leaking through my ceiling - who's problem?
Dear all, Please indulge me as I'm a first time owner and don't know much about these things (I normally just call the landlord!). I live in a ground floor maisonette and own the place, the upstairs flat is rented by a couple. They rent from an estate agent. Just before New Year a pipe burst under their hot water tank and…
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Hinari breadmaker
Help - I've got a Hinari 152 breadmaker which I love. But I've lost the dough kneader and Hinari have told me they can't replace it. Does anyone know where I could find another pleaseto save me buying a whole new machine?
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Noisy Dishwasher - Is It The Motor?
Our dishwasher has just started to get really noisy, and it is like this all the way through the cycle. I am going to get someone out to have a look at it but I am just wondering if anyone else has any experience of the same problem. Thanks in advance
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sky+
hi all does anyone know where i can get a replacement battery cover for my sky+ remote control? been stolen by a 2 year old, can i contact the police!!:rolleyes:
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Various jobs...
Hi there, I am just in the process of buying a house in the west midlands area. There's a bit of work which needs doing, so just wanted some idea of what to expect in terms of quotes as I don't want to be taken by a ride (first time buyer and all that). So firstly, the house is only partially central heated from a cylinder…
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samsung lcd tv
My Freemans bargain samsung tv le32r51bd with freeview cannot be fixed and samsung say they will replace it with either the le32n73bd or the le32r41bd. Anyone any idea which is the best one to go for? I think the le32r41bd is an older model than mine, and I don1t know anything about the other model. Thanks
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Indesit white goods
I am just about to kit out a kitchen with oven, hob, washer and fridge and wondered what the general opinion was with Indesit appliances. Obviously you get what you pay for but it is for a rental property so I don't want to kit it out with Miele!
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What's better, low energy bulb or fluorescent strip?
Does anyone know the answer to this in terms of cost? I Have a strip light in my kitchen and a lamp with a low energy bulb in the lounge. Which one would be most cost effective to leave on in the evening? Also, if both are the same wattage (say 60w) does that mean they cost the same to run or does this bear no relation to…
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Extractor fans fitted cash or with VAT?
Hello fellow MSErs, We have extractor fans fitted in our bathroom and kitchen about a few weeks ago. The electrician said that if we pay in cash its about £450 but with VAT is £499. What are the advantages of paying with VAT as oppose to paying cash apart from the discount that I'll get? Any tips much appreciated.
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New washing machines cold water feed only why?
Got an old washing machine 21 years old still going strong but parts are now a bit hard to get. Been talking to other people who have new washing machines who say they are all cold water feeds only does any one know why? Also not many people are happy with their new machines because they keep breaking down heard Bosch are…
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Kitchen flooring - easy to fit?
I've just had a kitchen fitted and feeling the squeeze, so would like to do the floor myself to save money. It's only about 5 sqm. Any recommendations?
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are conservatories worth the money
Hi, we are thinking of getting a conservatory fitted ,but have been told by a lot of people that they are too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter, we would want to use it all year round. also what type of heating can you put in,is underfloor heating expensive to run, any opinions appreciated thanks.
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new combi boiler location question
Need some advice on a central heating fit? We are having the central heating in the house completely redone due to a ageing system (well a new combi boiler and radiator valves). The boiler is currently in the hallway in an internal cupboard. It has been recommended by the firm who will install a new boiler that it is…
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Plumbing costs
How much would it cost to replace 2 toilets and a kitchen sink?
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Finding Tradesmen
I remember seeing a link to a site where you could find tradesmen in each area and it had reviews/recommendations from other customers. I did bookmark it (I'm sure I did!) but can't find it now. I've tried the search on here but not sure exactly what to search for. If anyone has the link or remembers the thread I'd be very…
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Like for Like Electric Shower replacement - easy enough?
Current Mira Sport shower that we acquired with the house is giving us hassle again - pilot valve is probably gone as it is tempermental as to whether it will allow water flow or not. I could replace the valve but by my reckoning the shower is at least 11 years old (as that's when they stopped making them) which is pretty…
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Replacement sealed unit
How much should I expect to pay for a repalcement sealed unit into upvc frame. 30 X 48 inch K glass. many thanks
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Help with a damp problem
Hi I have a problem with some damp on my exterior wall which doesnt seem to be going away. Originally the pipe in the image was leaking when the washing maching was on making the brick work and surrounding soil very wet. This was stopped months ago. The wet mark on the bricks seems to dry quickly but then as soon as their…
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Freezer burn
How do I stop freezer burn on fresh meat that I am freezing? No end of times I'll put chicken portions/breasts,mince ect in the freezer and when I come to take them out and defrost them they don't look very appetizing at all and often end up throwing them out and taking a trip to the shop to buy new. Obviously this is…
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Raising cold water tank
Hi all, I'm about to start work on my mums bathroom which will include fitting a power shower. Before I begin I thought I would raise the cold water storage tank about 1 metre from where it is at the mo in the attic (Gravity fed system). Do you guys think this will have any real impact on the hot water pressure (Cold taps…
