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planning help
We live in Christchurch and are trying to convert a 1950's bungalow into a modern day family chalet bungalow. Both the neighbours on either side are large 5 bedroom houses. We were originally going out on the side over a garage as well as 2m to the back. But we had to withdraw our plans as the council stated that there was…
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Broke clip on washing machine door lock, what can I do to fix it without replacing?
I do not mind replacing but I broke it because the washing machine is beginning to fail to drain after a wash all the time now, this did happen when I moved in till I opened filter and loads of old pebbles were in there and a babies sock and was fine till recently. Since it locked I know it floods the kitchen and takes…
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Bad work in bathroom installation
I had a bathroom installed in August 2011. I had been recommended the company by my solicitor from whom I was asking advice regarding being fleeced by another guy who was going to do it and had waltzed off with two and a half grand of my money so I was wary about just picking anyone and was delighted to have a…
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Advice on noise from from neighbour after recently buying
So, I've recently moved in to a ground floor flat, ex local authority. The flat above is a HA tenant, a small family, 2 adults 1 child I believe. I've been 2 weeks now, and so far noise from above hasn't been THAT bad. BUT, from my bedroom, I can hear a TV above, and my problem is I can hear this sometimes until 1am. It's…
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Replacing Shower Screen pivot
Sadly, I dont know the manufacturer, but the grey pivot (2 rods on a base - all plastic) snapped. Its the pivot at the bottom of the bath screen and wall channel. Is there universal spares website I can check or is it a case of replacing the whole bath screen? :( ps apologies but wasnt sure its known as a shower screen or…
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Extension single storey cost?
I am looking for a simple pitch roof single storey extension 5m x 3m. Want it as a living room & dining room. Do yiu know roughly how much that would cost? Any ways to keep cost down? How much did your extension cost & what did you have done? Any advice? Any Good websites or books?
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where to buy a manhole cover
Am after a std size manhole cover (like the ones you used to see in the street) i have on in my back garden thats cracked right through the middle, any suggestions please?
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Best type of front door lock
am looking for a new front door and wondering what the latest/toughest type of lock is? I know Yale are trusted etc but is there a newer type of lock on the market these days? What about those that take the flat keys that have holes drilled in them? (sorry, poor description)
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Where the smell is coming from?
We have recently moved in to a newly refurbished flat. We have also bought new furniture in to there. There is unfortunately a strong smell coming of something. It is some kind of a chemical smell. We are not sure what is smelling but it is causing us breathing difficulty. Any one has any idea as of who we need to contact…
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changing the light transformer?
got 4 halogens in the kitchen, they are mr16s 50wats, looking to change them to LED, was suggested the philips master led, but they are expensive and seem in sort supply, so I might as well swap to LED. but where do I find the transformer? does each bulb have it's own, or just the one, controlling them all, where abouts…
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Advice on approx cost of garage conversion and conservatory
Hi there, We want to increase our downstairs living space and are thinking of converting our garage and replacing the very old single pane glass conservatory. The garage is 17sqm and is currently single brick with concrete floor and flat room, we would want maximum insulation so what do we need to ask for? We would also…
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Leak from Conservatory Roof
Hi Members, Just noticed water dripping from somewhere in my conservatory. the roof is polycarbonate. It is kitchen that is attached to the conservatory. It has been freezing like crazy. Its been 3 months into this house. I was hoping to get the roof cleaned as it is looking very dirty but now since water has started to…
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Tumble Drier - £200 or £750?
I have admitted defeat and reluctantly conceded we probably need an energy guzzling tumble drier to meet the winter laundry demands of our young family. I'd be interested to know what experience people have with different brands? Do the cheap and popular driers costing about £200 - £250 fall apart within five years? Do the…
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Drain Cover
Hi guys, Need a bit of assistance is getting a drain cover. Please see the pictured of the drain at the back of my house. This has the kitchen sink pipe and i guess it is a dishwasher outlet. Leaves are getting in to the drain . I did get the leaves out from the metal mesh. I want something to cover this so leaves dont…
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Amtico Relaying Lifted Tiles
Hi, We have Amtico fitted on much of our ground floor. All the areas have underfloor heating and in some areas we have lifting and cupping of some tiles. Other areas are perfectly flat and the floor has been down 13 years. Unfortunately the Amtico style is end of life and can not be purchased anymore. Any advice on how to…
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Cracks in Ceiling - Help
Hi, I moved into a property 1 year ago and after about a month or so we noticed a few cracks in the ceiling. We just ignored them and forgot about them for a while (out of sight, out of mind, etc) but recently they caught my eye again and I noticed they had got a lot bigger. Is anyone able to help and tell me what it is,…
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Oven issue - which tradesman?
We have a double electric oven, the other day it was heating up and all of a sudden there were sparks, cracking and a fizz or two from the back of the bottom oven. It now doesn't get hot at all, there's still power, light comes on, thr fan works, top oven works ok (thankfully!). Sounds like the heating element burned out,…
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Planning permission: Where to start?
I would like to add a single storey (with a flattish roof) to my existing building but I don't know where to start. I have been to the very useful http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/ and it seems that I don't actually need a planning permission to do so. My question therefore is what are the next steps. Is there a document…
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Suspected Water Leak Dilemma
Hi I've recently had a water leak from the upstairs flat, which cost about £1000 worth of damage and is currently in the process of being sorted through insurance. However, I'm now beginning to suspect their is maybe a leak in the bathroom. It's very intermittent - sometimes in the morning, sometimes after midnight. It's…
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What to burn in a fire pit
What is the preferred fuel for a fire pit please? I'm girding not normal wood for fear of soaking out the neighbours on a spring evening, is there a smokeless coal or something you should use?
