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Recommended Local Tradesmen
We've just moved to a different part of the country and have no idea who to use for a plumber, and we don't know anybody yet to be able to ask for recommendations. Is there a website that gives recommended tradesmen do you know? Preferably one that only includes reputable and accredited? If anyone can point us in the right…
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aqualisa shower head
My DD has just moved into a flat (student) and the shower head is loose and wobbly. It is made by aqualisa and looks like this.. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Aqualisa-Black-chrome-Shower-Head-Seal-018201-/150923183888?pt=UK_Bathroom_Mats_Rugs&hash=item2323b90710 Not wanting to spend £50 on a shower head like that is there any…
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Missed a spot! Problem with UFH
Hi all, This is a bit of a long shot - but thought I would ask just in case anyone has a good idea! When we had the underfloor heating installed, the installers incorrectly measured where the kitchen bench was going to be - it's a U shaped kitchen in an open plan room, so they mis-measured where the non-wall side of the U…
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Help: How to fix broken radiator bleed valve
The bleed valve on one of my radiators is sheered and wont turn. I have had TRV's fitted today and this one radiator is only half warm so desperately needs bleeding Im thinking of drilling a small hole in the front corner with a rubber washer and coach bolt, or drilling a tiny hole and when it fills up fill hole with epoxy…
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Rules about gas fires and ventilation
Any one know the rules about gas fires and ventilation. I came home to find the installers had created a hole in an outside wall when fitting a gas fire into a fireplace with a chimney. We hardly use the fire as the CH takes the stain. The hole in the wall creats a cold draft so we are colder.
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Terracotta kitchen paint anyone?
Finally after 5 years in our house we are getting around to decorating the kitchen/utility/dining area. Thought we would be very MSE and just give it a facelift rather than a whole new kitchen. Units are fine and I rather like them (country kitchen with cream painted doors). Really want a lovely warm colour as this space…
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What a week! Washing machine broke, then today fridge breaks down...
My washing machine broke down this week, after investigation it turns out the bearing had gone and replacing would have been costly, therefore we replaced it. Whilst waiting for the machine to be delivered, the fridge has stopped working. It is quieter than it was before, but the light still comes on. Before i jump to…
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door/cover to allow Access to stopcock
Hi. I have a stopcock at the back of the unit under the kitchen sink, also a tap that allows me to pressurise the central heating system at the back of another unit. To get at either, I have to remove the contents of the cupboard, then a shelf, then remove the unit back plate, all of which is a fiddle. Is there some sort…
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Tile to Laminate floor trim...
Help! I am looking for a black metal floor trim to fit between laminate and tiled floor in my kitchen/ diner - does such a thing exist? I can only find silver or gold coloured? Any help will be gratefully received xxx ;)
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Flat roof nightmare! Help!
[FONT="]Hi All, Need some advice about what to do next regarding our recent Flat roof renewal. About 4 months ago we noticed a leak on the inside wall and ceiling of our bedroom and had to put a bucket down to catch the dripping water. We called an emergency repair company and they tried to repair the roof leak and…
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feature wall
I know in the end it's a personal thing but was wondering if you would have a feature wall (eg dark colour paint, wall paper, etc) opposite a fireplace?
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comet sale????
saw on the news that comet are in admin and there having a sale to raise funds and hopefully save the jobs. went to my local comet in hull and its busy but no real 'sale'. wonder if its a con to get people into the shops!!
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Resin fireplace makeover...
The fireplace in our living room we believe to be madefrom a type of resin, made to look like a black marble finish. We have not usedthe open fireplace in the three years that we have been here. I notice withinthe hearth there is an old gas pipe which has been closed off, so we areassuming that was the most recent form of…
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Smell from Washing Machine.
Hi. I know there was a thread on here about this but I can't find it,so if anyone can help that would be great. A friend of mine is having problems with her washing machine.There is a smell everytime she does a wash,and it smells like sewers.The clothes are ok they don't smell.From memory someone said to clean the inside…
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is this right??
Hi I am a bit thick so could you tell me if this is right please.:o 1 x pack of loft boards covers 1.2m Area I need to cover 2430mm x 3790mm = 92097mm Therefore i need 8 packs (rounded up) Thanks
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Dehumidifiers - which one is best?
Am looking at buying one but reading some reviews am not sure which one to go for and what to consider I will be placing it up stairs in a very large hall, which is near to the bathroom which is single glazed and non vented, and near the front bedroom again single glazed. I do sometimes put washing on the racks in the hall…
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sand and cement question
The paving stones in my back garden need re-pointing, all the cement has eroded over the years, I was going to do it today but weather forecast says temperature will only be 2 degrees celsius. Will cement set at that temp? thanks
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Radiator
Hi could some one give me a ball park figure for fitting a radiator in my conservatory, there is another radiator directly above in bedroom? Thanks
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Dishwasher woes - making dishes dirtier
I purchased a Bosch SM150CO5GB semi integrated dishwasher in May and have had no end of problems since we installed it. The dishes are coming out filthy, covered in tiny grains and anything on the top shelf has pools of filthy silt like water when the cycle ends. We've had the arms apart, cleaned the little holes umpteen…
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which screws please??
Hi, I intend on boarding my loft by using cross batons. What type and size screw shall I use?? I saw these special screws that didnt need a pilot hole and were meant to be really easy to screw but I cant remember what they are called? Any ideas?? Thanks
