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Loft Conversion
Hi guys, I have been having a debate with someone regarding a loft conversion. On a 2 bedroom bungalow (125m2) worth £300k, how much more value would converting the lift create? The other bungalows on the street have done this and managed to get 1 - 2 rooms up there. My question is, roughly how much will it cost and how…
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Should I clean the threads on waste pipes or U-bnds on sinks etc.
Hi there folks, Its a simple thing but more often than not when cleaning the waste, or ubends on the sinks, I try to stay clear of cleaning the actual threads on these fittings as I have this idea that maybe the bit of dirt on there is maybe helping to seal the fittings and maybe a thorough clean of the actual threads…
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Air Conditioning
Hi, We live in a top story old period flat that gets incredibly hot over the summer and are thinking of purchasing/installing an air conditioner unit. In continental Europe, split system is the way to go, it's efficient, easy to install (professionally), cheap and common. But in the UK this does not seem the case. 1. How…
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BBQ cleanup, roll on summer!
Ideas requested to clean the bricks! My concrete brick built BBQ is currently getting a refurbish for the summer.I have a lot of it covered in 'soot', well actually burnt on carbon and I am trying to remove that not primarily for aesthetics but prior to re-pointing etc. to ensure good quality rebuild.How can this be done…
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Stoves Gas Oven - Gas keeps turning off
Hello all, I have a 3 year old Stoves SGB700PS Double Oven which was about £550 new but now out of warranty. Basically had it removed from my flat about 3 months ago and it was working fine. This week it was fitted to my new home (Gas safe Plumber) and he showed it working briefly before he went. I cooked a meal last night…
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Painting rusty metal clothes poles
What paint should I use? Would a spray be best?
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Household Plumbing
Hello, Amongst other things in my house, I'm looking to replace the entire plumbing system because: -Radiators are all way too small -Various small drippy leaks -The only drinkable water in the house comes from the cold kitchen tap and this annoys me -Heat only boiler - I want a combi boiler -Immersion heater - I want a…
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Gas Service
Now that restrictions may be lifted does anyone know if my boiler cover warranty is invalid as it hasn’t been serviced due to coronavirus. The company says that they will only attend a breakdown. Are they in breach of contract if they do not service my boiler. My home is empty. Help appreciated. Jamie
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Patio/paving recommendations
We are looking to replace an area of 58sq m in the back garden, a combination of old, wonky uneven patio (concrete slabs) and old decking. We’d like a very modern, clean lines look to the patio, as opposed to the rougher, concrete type of slab that will be coming up. what options do we have? And what type of slab would you…
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Best Hose To Use With K3?
Can't get my existing hose with hozelock fitting to stay connected to the K3 during operation and a bit of leaking is occuring with the outside tap from the hozelock connector (the hose was from Wilkinsons). Q.Is it normal for a bit of leaking? Q.Can anybody recommend from experience a garden hose set to use with the K3?…
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Drains on houses covered by NHBC
Hello there, I am hoping someone might have advice for me. I live in a new build house that is 5 years old and is covered by NHBC. The drains have never been up to the job and periodically we have to get a plumber to unblock them. My downstairs toilet has had a raised water level for about 3 days and last night, my…
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German kitchen brands
Hi, we are renovating our kitchen and undecided between three german brands; Hacker Classic, Ballerina and Leicht. The prices and colours are very similar. Can someone suggest the best option between the three?
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Getting bulk bags delivered (sub-base/sharp sand)
Hi all I have recently bought a property and the garden needed some work. I'm building a patio and I need to get a few bulk bags of type 1 and sharp sand delivered. I haven't had a delivery this large before. Some of the companies that I've looked at only offer kerbside delivery, which means I'll need to transport around 5…
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Drill Screw Above Radiator
Hi, I've recently moved into a new build property and want to hang a clock. The clock isn't very heavy and was held up in my previous house with one plug and screw. I've got a stud detector and its finding a stud exactly where I want to hang the clock but its also detecting metal in the same place. Radiator pipes are…
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We've had a visitor... what was it?
Hi guys, In the first week of Lockdown, just after the initial novelty wore off, we decided to clear out the garage - we noticed some fresh droppings then but didn't think much off it. Our cat took a bit of interest in where they were after we'd cleaned them up but that was the end of it. Now they've appeared on our…
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Side Porch
Hello I have an existing side porch which is brick and glass. I would like to convert it to all brick as it is too hot in the summer. Do I need to knock it down and start again or can I build on existing bricks? Thank you
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Fridge icing and won't drain
My Indesit fridge freezer (purchased in 2013) seems to be icing at the back, then any drain off when dial turned down creates a puddle at the bottom which freezes again when temp dial turned up. I have pulled out the plastic rod and twirled it round the drain hole which does not drain (probably iced) Sticking a cotton bud…
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Demolish and rebuild garage
Hi all We were looking to do a single storey extension above the garage. Then came to the thought that the foundations for the garage are unlikely to be deep enough. A couple of questions please. Approx cost to dig a trial hole to check foundation? Approx extra cost to demolish and rebuild brick single garage on top of the…
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Washing machine, fix or replace?
So I have a logik washing machine, basically the cheapest one from Curry's, about 2 years old and it's just given up. The error code suggests a problem with the motor. Is it worth fixing, long term and money wise or would I be better off just buying a new one for £150? The door lock mechanism broke last year and I replaced…
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LED bulbs for outside use?
We have two strings of lights that have small round bulbs, SES 15w clear. They screw into holders clamped to the cable and there is a rubber gasket that seals onto the glass. Are there any LED bulbs to replace them? I cannot find out if the ones with plastic bases are OK in the rain.
