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Installing a stud wall on existing chimney breast for tv/fire
Hi, We currently have an existing chimney breast that is not in use, and would like to install a stud wall where we can house our TV and an electric fire. This is what we currently have: We have seen a lot of these builds online, although not necessarily on an existing chimney breast. We would like to achieve something…
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26 or 30 kW boiler?
I am looking to replace an old Worcester Bosch 24 CDi boiler in an end-of-terrace c.1905 property. It has a living room (1 radiator), dining room (1 radiator), one bathroom (1 radiator), two bedrooms (1 radiator in each) and conservatory, so 5 radiators in total. The boiler is located upstairs in the second bedroom, which…
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What animal is pooing on my driveway at night?!
Hello, I'm no animal expert so I dont know how to solve this issue.:( Something is pooing just outside my door on the tarmac at night (sometime between 7pm and 6am). The are 2 light sensors in the area. The first time, I hosed and bleached the area and put chilli powder down and there was no poo the next morning. Last…
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Sub-dividing their plot no planning?
Hello Hello I was hoping for some advice. We are the first house on a long road. We are number 2. Opposite us is number 1 - except it’s not actually opposite - it’s opposite number 4. Directly opposite us is the very long garden , to the side of number 1. Their garden must be 200 foot plus. It’s massive. What appears to be…
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Decking query
I’ve just had decking installed but the men put the joists down before the membrane. The membrane is fitted between the joists and the decking boards. They say that’s because it’s more efficient at stopping the weeds growing underneath. Is this right? I’m concerned that if the joists are on ground they are more likely to…
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Lengthening a plug cable?
I want to lengthen the cable to my air fryer, it only needs to be another 6 inces or so, is there a simple way?
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External Tap cover
I am looking for a cover to protect a garden tap on the house wall Not the "bag" type - why bother Not the "expanded polystyrene shell" type - tried one - it lasted less than 12 months Not the simple "foam wrap" type - good for insulation but not much more I am looking for a hard plastic polypropylene "shed" type - ie)…
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What contractor do i need?
Hi I have a retaining wall at the back of my garden it is holding up a lane behind us. It doesn't look great and I'm wondering who i should contact to come out and take a look at it in case it needs to be repaired thanks
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Cooker Matt Pan supports stains
Any advice or recommendations please. I have a gas cooker with 5 matt black pan supports. My problem is that unless they are put in the dishwasher daily they always stain, look grubby and the only way to remove fat splashes or marks is on high temperature dishwasher programme. The hob is fairly new - I have been looking at…
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How to accept a company's "full and final" offer without limiting future choices
<<This thread has gone into the "In my home" section but really it is a thread about warranties, repairs and a company's liability/responsibility; if there is a more suitable forum then please may a moderator move the thread? Many thanks.>> Hello all, Has been a while. Nice to be back. I have an unusual question. A company…
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No Underlay under Carpets
We moved into our new house over the weekend and have discovered while decorating that there's no underlay under the carpets. The carpets are all brand new, as the previous owner did it up quickly before selling. We knew it hadn't been done to a great standard overall, but the carpet itself seems alright quality - turns…
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Cut out and install a small window in a brick wall
Hello, How much does it cost to cut out and install a small 15-inch bathroom window in an existing Victorian brick wall. It is a Victorian period property, ground floor, in Greater London. The window is on the side of the building, ground floor, and overlooking the alley separating us from our neighbours. I couldn’t figure…
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Household Enquiry Form
Good morning MSE-ers! Just a quick question about the household enquiry form mentioned in today's email - I currently have two addresses as I've started a new job in a different city so I have a weekday address (renting with another couple who don't own the house) but am back at my own home on the weekends. Do I have to…
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Advice/tips please - last stage of house renovation
Good evening. We are near completion of the plaster work at the end of a major house extension/ renovation. The building company is not responsible for flooring, tiling, painting and kitchen fitting. But they are doing the plumbing and electrical works. We found it's really hard to coordinate with them from this stage as…
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What do you think about outdoor PVC roller shutter
Why don't we see much this kind of shutter? In theory, they help both security and insulation if one has large glass doors at the rear of the house. We are thinking of getting one install. But not sure if there is any particular reason we don't see them as often as in Europe.
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Both Ovens Stopped Working
Hi, I have a Creda Contour Electric cooker. It's old, but it's been reliable up to now. Today, both ovens have stopped working. To be exact: Working: hob-all rings, grill Not Working: Top oven (same compartment as grill), bottom oven, fan, clock Anybody know where to look first? Thanks
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New build - curtain baton has split
Hello, I'm hoping someone can help me. I've just moved into a new build house. I want to put up curtains. Wooden batons have already been put up by the builders. I started putting the screw into the wood, and the top of the baton has slightly split - I made sure I wasn't too close to the top of the baton - probable about…
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Need a hose-reel
https://www.toolstation.com/wall-mounted-hose-reel/p73591 Whats this like ?
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MKM kitchens?
Hi, does anyone have any experience of ordering kitchens through MKM? We are going to speak to Howdens, but our builder apparently usually uses MKM, wondered if anyone had any experience of them. Our builder is fitting the kitchen as part of our extension. Thank you.
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Fridge drain
Some months ago i was unblocking the drain in my Beko fridge freezer with wooden chopstick and it snapped off! I was told it should rot away eventually, in the meantime I've been tipping a few mls of boiling water down each week, as per a plumbers advice, but it's not going anywhere. I've tried poking a long drill bit down…
