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Private Drains and Septic Tanks
Hello fellow MSE people. We are hoping to move to the West Country next Spring, and looking on the EA websites it is clear very few rural places are on mains drains. There seem to be a number of options, I've Googled around, and found three main types: 1. Septic Tank 2. Cess Pit or 3. Treatment plant So does anyone on the…
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Adding a cloakroom WC
Hi, I'm dividing a large room in a single story extension (built and signed off years ago) into two by adding a small cloakroom wc. If I can branch off the soil stack (only a metre away through the front wall) and no other drainage works are needed and as long as the the room has ventilation do I need to notify anyone or…
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How to Remove a Grohe Thermostatic Mixer Shower
We have a faulty Grohe mixer shower which is about 10 yrs old and are replacing it for a new one but have been told we can do this ourselves as it is not a difficult job. However my husband cannot see any screws on the unit, can anyone tell me how to take the old one off the tiling without damaging the tiles ? TIA
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Newly refurbished/extended house with flat roof
I am thinking of putting an offer down on a newly refurbished/extended semi-detached house. It has a flat roof. My father informs me that back in his day flat roofs caused problems. But he does not know if they cause problems now. What possible concerns will I need to have about the flat roof, which is currently under 1…
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Block or sectional garage
I'm looking to build a garage, the base is already laid and I'm just wondering what is the best option. Getting a blockwork garage built, or going with a concrete sectional garage. For some reason, I'd always assumed a sectional garage wouldn't last as long as one built from block, but a neighbours has been up for 20 years…
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Installing a dormer advice
Hi all, I am looking to make use of some wasted space in my house. I own a chalet style bungalow with two bedrooms upstairs and want to create an upstairs bathroom. I have a small 'room' approx 2m x 2m which was originally the cupboard that housed the water tank. This is just being used for storage currently because of the…
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bathroom tile colour choice
Really having trouble deciding. Bathroom is small. I'm going with black/very dark gray wall tiles around bath and shower area to the ceiling. These will be about a4 size and laid in brickwork style. The main wall will be painted white. But having trouble deciding the colour of the square floor tiles. There's an off…
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How to find a trader?
Hello Forum, I have to paint and decorate 3 small beds+hallways. The job may include removal of wallpaper in one room in the event I don't do DIY. I am new in the area / not knowing local traders so I posted my job in Rated People and other similar sites. However my posts only attracted two offers. For the removal it was a…
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Fridge not cold
Hope this is in the right place - I've just opened my fridge and it seems like it's almost at room temp. The freezer below is fine, though seems more frosty than normal. I've checked and the light is going off when I close the door. Any advice gratefully appreciated to save buying a new one!
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induction hob separate spur and wall switch
Hi, I am getting a new kitchen fitted next week and will have an induction hob and an under bench double oven. I am getting the work done by an electrician that has been arranged via the kitrchen fitter so I dont know how to get in touch with him. Electrician has said that induction will need a separate cable but that he…
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Must Kitchen Electric Isolation Switches be in the Kitchen?
Our house was built in about 2004. On the wall of the kitchen, at about waist height, is a panel with 6 isolation switches for Washing Machine, Dishwasher, Fridge, Extractor fan, Hob plus one unused blank. The oven has a separate isolation switch. We are planning a complete refit of the kitchen and, for aesthetic reasons,…
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Veritas Alarm Problem
HELP.....I have an issue with my Alarm... Whan the alarm is set to FULL there is no issues... However when set to PART only the internal sounder is activated, no sound at all from the extranal siren. Can anyone give advice on how to fix this... PS setting the alarm to FULL is not an option due to pets.
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Replacing existing catenary wiring to Garden Shed.
I currently have a semi detached house with a garden shed roughly 2-3 metres from the main house. Currently, a 2.5mm twin & earth runs along a catenary wire to deliver a fused spur to the shed. I am not happy with this as it means I may be overloading the existing house ring main and I would prefer that I have a separate…
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Cracks including artex ceilings
Hi I was wondering if anyone on here could offer me advice or tell me who I should contact for advice. There are three kinds: 1) Cracks in the plaster, sounds hollow when you knock 2) Crack coming out diagonally from top of pantry door, can see it from inside and from outside. Sort of stepped shape but not the actual zig…
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Euro cylinder lock advice
Hello, I have a large composite door that is very sturdy BUT only has a 1 star UAP cylinder lock (which has no anti-snap lines). The lock, however, sits in a 2 star solid metal guard, which is attached around the lock. The lock is also protected by a 2 star door handle. Is this adequate protection against lock snapping? or…
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Moving out into rented for renovation work need to save mobeg
Hi. I'll be moving out of my house into rented for 6 months in order to get extensive remodelling work done. I've budgeted for this but I need to keep the cost as low as possible and looking for ideas. Unfortunately my wife will give birth to our second child during this time so renting a cheap property is not happening.…
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What is the best way to use a hand steamer?
I got one a while back for things like furniture to get rid of body sweat and the such and also for ironing clothes. I tried it on a shirt and trousers and it worked fine but it didnt seem to work on a bedsheet, or pillowcases or at most got rid of the bigger creases and left the other ones just like a iron would. I may…
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induction hob installation
New oven and induction hob have arrived. Other half is competent diyer and has fitted our kitchen appliances in the past but the induction hob is new to him. Should i get an electrician in? Installation manual reads 'Changing the intensity of the 13/16/20 amp connection current. Before using the hob for the first time, the…
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induction hob installation
New oven and induction hob have arrived. Other half is competent diyer and has fitted our kitchen appliances in the past but the induction hob is new to him. Should i get an electrician in? Installation manual reads 'Changing the intensity of the 13/16/20 amp connection current. Before using the hob for the first time, the…
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Waiting for planning
I've put in my planning aplication for a small conservatory, we're in a maisonette so I need it, the pre planning bloke has given it the all clear, so I can I do the foundations? My neighbour who loves to cause trouble will phone and tell them I have, so I want to be sure it's OK, but my dad's doing it and it's got to be…
