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Enforcement of building regulations
If a builder does not expose the foundation of a supporting pier within an extension when requested is this a serious breach of building regulations? If the buildings regulation officer does not enforce the exposure or stop the build has he failed to take enforcement action against a significant breach of the Building…
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Combi boiler / Thermostatic shower valves
Hi, I have no idea what my water pressure is but I have an Ideal combi boiler, a cold water tank in the loft and 22mm pipes ... could I expect a thermostatic shower valve system to work well - I have been told I require 3 bars. Thanks for all comments. Nick
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Help! Didnt seal plaster before we painted
Not sure if anyone can give us some advice on this. We have just had the nursery replastered and left the plaster for just over 2 weeks to dry. As novice DIYers we had no idea that you are meant to seal the plaster first so painted directly onto it with B and Q Colours matt emulsion. It currently has 2 layers on and will…
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How much to vent flue or build new fireplace?
I read a home report of a 1950s flat where it was noted that the flue should be vented. I have no idea how much this would cost. Might it be possible to re-open the flue and build a fire place using the existing chimney? Approximately how much does it cost to 1) have a contractor in to vent the flue 2) open the flue and…
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Help! new bathroom.
Any help/suggestions/regrets very much appreciated. :) We are going to have our bathroom refitted. It is a very small room - basically bath down one side and toilet and sink at right angles to the bath. Sink is a pedestal (spelling?)type and toilet is fixed to the floor. Questions: 1. Should we be going for large tiles on…
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Key stuck in lock
Hi, Apologies if this is in the wrong section. My sister recently locked herself out of her flat and then she got some spare keys cut. Then, the other day she left her main key at my house and had to use one of the spares that the neighbour had. This snapped in the lock and they had to call a locksmith who managed to get…
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What furniture to have in living room?
I need help with the layout/what to buy for my living room, its currently totally empty apart from a tv :eek: Ive moved out of my parents and living alone for the first time What do you have in your living room furniture wise and how is it laid out? I have a sofa ordered so thats a start I guess.
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Old welsh slate roof tiles
When we purchased our property we inherited several hundreds if not thousands of gorgeous original thin slate tiles that were removed from the roofs of the barns years ago before they collapsed. Some are on rotting wood palettes stacked flat, others are stacked like books on their narrow ends on the soil, and who knows how…
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Help with Hotpoint Mistral Fridge/Freezer
Not strictly DIY but if anybody has any experience of this type of fridge freezer I'd be grateful. The freezer is fine at -22 degrees but the fridge has stopped working and has risen to +18 degrees. I have read on one forum that the freezer thermistor(s) could be to blame, however, I can't find where to locate these inside…
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Painting tongue & groove ceiling
MIL had a leak from bathroom into kitchen ceiling below some months back. Ceiling has now been repaired plasterboard and replaced broken tongue & groove section I want to paint whole ceiling to match bare tongue & grove with old part which is painted, looks like its had some water based paint on (matt), do I need a solvent…
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Rangemaster SXS Freezer Repair Advice
Hi - my freezer appears to be broken :( and I have no idea how to go about getting a quote for a repair. It's an American Fridge Freezer. I don't want to pay for a call out if it's going to cost a packet to repair. It's just over 4 years old so out of warranty. Also how do you know if it's a reputable repair business. I've…
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How long do you expect a gas fire to last ?
Hi Five years ago we replaced our old fireplace and installed a very nice and expensive Gas Fire. A Gazco Logic IPF powerflue. We thought that by buying a better quality fire it would last longer and so an investment and cheaper in the long run. The fire still works but has developed an annoying habit of just switching…
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What wood colour is this??
Dear all, I am hoping someone can help. We currently rent a property and when we moved in it had fitted waldrobes in. We are desperately looking for a bedside table but cannot seem to find the right wood of what the waldrobes are? We've tried all of the range in Ikea and tried a light oak today but none match. Can anyone…
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Doorway security camera
Hi all, Having moved into a new home and installed a security alarm etc I'm just tying off loose ends, one of which is a doorway camera. When the doorbell rings, there's no way of me checking who it is without opening the door. Fortunately I have a storm porch which is always locked, so I'm free to open the house door, and…
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Homelet reference
Does anyone know what information Homelet requires for the credit/referencing check when one is going to rent from an agency that uses them?
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900mm kitchen wall units anybody?
Hunting a new fitted kitchen. But my beloved wants the wall units to the ceiling. She cannot stand cleaning above the units. But the designs so far all offer wall units not to the ceiling. Presumably because a height of 726mm is the standard option. Sadly there is not enough room for a tiddler on top as that seems to give…
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How to reduce gas usage?
With rising energy prices, I have been looking at my gas and electric usage and would like some advice on reducing my gas usage, as it is on the high side (21595 kwh per year). Electric is fine at 2520 kwh per year, so low usage. I am a single person living in a 1930's 3 bed semi-detached house. I have cavity walls but…
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Interior Design Ideas
Hi all, I'm sure this question has come up before but couldn't find any threads. Anyway, we're after websites that are really good for giving ideas for interior design/paint schemes etc. We're going to be decorating our first home and need some ideas/inspiration! Thanks
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Quick basic plumbing questions
Hello, does anyone know what tool I could use to tighten the plastic bolt on the underside of my toilet overflow standpipe? Heres an identical one:…
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Carpet fitter installed evil biting carpet?
Hi Folks, Sorry for the odd subject line. We bought some carpet from carpet right in December and had it fitted by their fitter just before Xmas. The carpet was fitted on two landings and stairs. They supplied the underlay and gripper rods on one stairs and landing, the other set of gripper rods was already in place. Over…
