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Fence replacement -- Fair quote?
Hello,our garden fence is in need of replacement. We have a contractor who is working in our house and refurbishing basically everything. He have us a quote for the fence and it looks too expensive so I was wondering if it's reasonable or not. We don't want to do it with someone else -- we trust him, he knows the house and…
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Double glazing and recycle value
Are there grants for double glazing and energy saving on older properties?
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Plumbing - Overflow drips
I noticed earlier than one of the 2 overflow pipes was dripping. What does this mean? Likely new ballcock needed? Any advice appreciated
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Painting outdoor metal furniture
Hi, I have aluminium garden chairs there black hammerite if flaking off in some patches. Also some black painted metal sunloungers with some rust. how to paint? primer? Is this really needed? ta for any pointers
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Wickes listing items as in "In Stock" that are not, and poor customer service
I am self employed, and work is very limited at the moment so I agreed to buy and install a new shed for a customer of mine. I ordered the shed from Wickes on 19th April, its Manufactured by Shire Garden Buildings, choosing Wickes as they were specifically listing it as "In Stock" as opposed to other retailers who were…
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How to Clean Marble Mosaic Front Step
We have a nice front step feature with the marble mosaic step (pictured). I’m in the process of painting the steps either side of it and want to clean the marble. I’ve tried pressure washing to absolutely no avail whatsoever. It seems it requires more of a specific clean and specialist cleaner? Can anybody offer any…
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Neighbour's work on their fence caused damage to mine
My house runs side on to three other properties back gardens and I am responsible for the upkeep of the boundary. The first of these three houses is a brick wall, with the other two a wooden fence (it isn't the standard construction of fence panels, it's more like boards hammered into long planks of wood which are then…
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BBQ Connector
Hi, I've just bought a BBQ from Asda and was told it comes with everything and all I'd need to do is buy a gas bottle. I've done that but I think I'm missing something as the gas regulator doesn't fit the gas bottle. Photos: Gas bottle: https://ibb.co/xJHs4Qw BBQ Connector: https://ibb.co/gjfMrMw What am I missing here?…
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Replacing ceiling rose with lamp holder
Hi all. I have a ceiling rose which hangs too low since we got a cabin bed for my son. I tried to shorten it and foolishly cut it too short. I think my only option now is to replace it with a lamp holder as there's not enough flex. I bought a lamp holder but have bought the wrong sort. I think I want one that I can screw…
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What to do with contaminated flour?
I ordered a 16kg bag of flour from Amazon, but the seller didn’t pack it well enough. It arrived with the bag and package open and all sorts of dirt mixed in. The seller has refunded me but doesn’t want the flour back. What is the best way to dispose of it? I thought of using it in the garden in some way, but I don’t want…
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Render garage wall or lay new patio slabs first?
Hi, I am doing some DIY and home improvements and going to be replacing some knackered patio slabs. I am also getting quotes for my house to be rendered. Which should I look at doing first. Should I lay the new patio slabs then arrange for the rendering after or render first then lay new slabs? Thanks
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Box Tape
Hi.I've got to package up a big heavy item to be taken away, but unfortunately I cut the original box into a few pieces - so i've got to try and fix it back together along with another box to it's in a decent enough condition for moving. Does anyone have any tips for me? Also does anyone know what that 'box tape' is…
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Best place to buy wallpaper
Where is the best place to buy wallpaper for a bathroom?
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Woodstaining
Will this old white paint show through if I wood stain these doors? I was thinking about woodstain until I saw that I won't be able to remove this last layer of paint. I've sanded it but this is the best it's going to be.
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House renovation - who can do the whole thing?
Hiya, Sorry if this has been posted before/is a daft question. I'm wanting to get a bunch of house renovations done - roof, kitchen, bathroom, doors, etc. My thought is that going through the process of getting separate quotes from a roofer, plasterer, plumber etc. for each job seems less than ideal. So my question is - is…
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Neighbour's Extension Changed Approved Design
Hi, My neighbour is currently building a very large extension to their house (over doubling the size). We both have detached houses but their house is at a slightly higher level (approx. 2 feet higher) to ours therefore meaning that the extension to the side and back is coming close towards our back garden border at a…
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Buying a sofa
I'm buying a new sofa, for the first time. My current one is a hand me down from my parents, it's okay - very well made but never that comfortable and a bit small for us. Also looking a bit old now (I'm going to guess it's getting towards 25 years old, maybe a bit more), although if that was the main issue I'd just restore…
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Side extension - Is a set back required?
I'm currently looking into having a single story side extension built. I believe it will fall under permitted development, as I wish to extend by less than half the width of the original house, it's below the height limit, etc. However, I have seen mentioned in various places that a "set back" may be required; where…
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LED Lampost - Unadopted Road - Fitting a shield?
We live in a six year old Barratt House. The road it's on is yet to be adopted by the council (but may be in the future). There is an LED street light literally outside our bedroom window that is on from dusk until dawn. It is VERY bright and we have blackout blinds and curtains to try to make it dark enough to sleep. Due…
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Oil tank leaking
I appear to have a small leak in my oil tank, we are unable to see if it's the tank or the fitting. Its double bunded? So a leak of the tank may be less likely. If it was to be the tank how much would it likely cost? We are in the south west but the right side of Bristol where prices can be lower. Also if the tank does…
