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Washing machine bearings - cost
I think the bearings may have gone on my Hotpoint washing machine (WT721) - approx. 4 years old. Makes an enormous racket when spinning. We moved it at weekend to try and see what was wrong and there was a pile of black soot underneath machine. Hotpoint are quoting £105 for one off repair or £14.99 for 12 months (if they…
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Cavity wall insulation - does it deteriorate?
Hi We have an old house that apparantly was fitted with cavity wall insulation back in the 70's (got holes in the wall and a certificate) lol! Can anyone advise if the insulation deteriorates over time please as the house feels cold most of the time despite new windows. If so, how do you know what state its in? Thanks
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Solar Inserts for Conservatory
I've been checking out solar inserts as a much cheaper alternative to replacing broken old blinds on a conservatory roof. What are people's experiences with them? Do they work? Is one companies' insert better than another? Indeed, is there anyone to avoid? I'd be wanting them fully fitted. Cheers.
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smoke alarms
Hi, I've got two smoke alarms (upstairs/downstairs). Both electrical with battery back up. The one upstairs started beeping so I changed the battery, but it still beeped so I changed it again but it still kept me awake!!! Eventually I disabled it with the view the downstairs one is still on. But as soon as I did that the…
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For the love of god, be careful when doing your own insulation!
Hi all, Just a warning from a complete idiot - I bought a bunch of attic insulation from homebase on their EON £3 a roll deal and decided to insulate my own attic. Make sure you wear a face mask, eye protection and a tight fitting work suit with no gaps and a hood. After spending an hour fitting the insulation, I came down…
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Double glazing Peterborough area
Hi, Just moved into a new home and was aware some of the sealed units had gone as condensation in between the panes. Windows are looking a bit tired(but still serviceable) and quite old so not sure if it is worth getting new sealed units or replace the whole window. Two bed 1930 terrace. Any views on replacing or repairing…
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Grrr, window cleaner scratched the brickwork
Window cleaner came round earlier and he managed to scratch the wall with his ladder :mad: is there anything I can do to somehow repair the damage or will it eventually disappear? Window cleaner just shrugged his shoulders when I complained so I told him not to bother coming back.
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Fixing glass lampshade - what glue?
I have a beautiful lamp, shaped like a snowdrop, so the shade and bulb point down. The glass shade has pulled away from its metal and is threatening to fall off and break. OH has glued it with Superglue a couple of time, but the repair doesn't last more than a couple of months. I'd be very grateful if anyone can recommend…
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Washing Machine
Someone recommeded using Soap crystals to prevent a build-up of limescale in the washing machine and should be done at least once a month, it can also be used for other things such as the sink etc. Are there any other products worth considering. Thanks, Garcon6
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Tarmac vs Block paving drive
We have decided to do our drive and will be doing all groundwork ourselves so will all be prepared and will just need to get someone in to lay the tarmac only. If we block pave we lay that ourselves. Which will last longer as we aren't planning on moving for at least 20 years? Which will be cheaper per sq metre?
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Integrated applicences kitchen fitters advice?
Hi, We are having integrated appliences installed in our new kitchen. I was wondering if they tend to fit fluch against the wall at the back or if there is anyt sort of a gap? One appliance a Bosch washer dryer WKD28350GB says it has a depth of 584mm and the cabinates are only 575mm! We really don't have much space to play…
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House extension
Hello everyone, I posted on Friday but no one responded :( Not sure if it is because I am new here or if it's just because no one knows the answer but as my post is screens away now, I thought id try again. I was just wondering if anyone could give me a rough idea of the costs of putting a flat roof on a new extension…
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Electronic Water Softener - Any Good?
I have been recommended an Electronic Water Softener and Conditioner - one of these to be specific: http://www.littleplumber.com/ Does anyone have any experience with these? Are they any good? Do they work? Worth the money?
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Eaga Cavity Wall Insulation - £129 - A Con?!
These guys appeared at my door the other day offering "free" cavity wall insulation for my property (4 bed, detached house, built 2006 by Kier Homes Scotland) if anyone in my house was on benefits. No-one is, but they said I could still get it for £129, despite it costing upwards of £2,000, as they could access a grant…
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How to break concrete?
I have a 4ft by 4ft piece of concrete in by back garden which I believe had a shed of some description on it. I want to remove it to extend the lawn I started trying to remove it late last year........ It's about 10 inches deep (probably more substantial than the footings on my house!) I have attacked it with a sledge…
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Plumbing: Name of a male female coupling
Can anyone help me? I want a 32mm male - female coupling However, I seem to have no bother finding a male - male http://www.screwfix.com/prods/16247/Plumbing/Overflow-Waste-System/Straight-Coupling-21-5mm-Pack-of-5 Or female - female http://www.screwfix.com/prods/11632/Plumbing/Push-Fit-Waste/Straight-Coupling-32mm But I…
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installing a downstairs loo
Hi can anyone help?! I want to get a book to help with installing a downstairs loo from scratch and also one that can help me with a small extension. Does anyone know where I can get one?? I bought a general DIY book which was great for putting in new radiators etc.I also have one for loft conversion but cant find one for…
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Help! Salamander Pump is leaking in loft
Hi I was in the loft whilst my son was running a bath. I noticed that the Salamander Pump (whole of house I think - not yet found paperwork) was leaking slightly form one of the "nuts" on the side - as though the gasket had blown. Could I repair this myself or would it need the specialist knowledge of a plumber/heating…
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Help! Salamander Pump is leaking in loft
Hi, I popped into the loft yesterday as my son was running a bath. I noticed that the pump, a Salamander "whole of house" ( I think - cannot find the paperwork yet) was leaking slightly from one of the "nuts" on the side - as though the gasket had gone. Would I be able to repair this myself or is it best to leave it to a…
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Front door - advice needed!
Hi all We need to get a new front door fitted and after looking online are a bit confused as there seems to be quite a few different types at different prices!! Has anyone got any advice over the best sort to go for or any good companies that supply/install? (Based in Manchester) We're just looking for one that's nice and…
