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Archives for March 2021

Combi Boiler
Hi, I noticed that my combi Ideal logic 24 boiler pressure was down to 0.2 today, no error codes showing, boiler still works as normal so as I'm aware pressure should be between 1 and 1.5 bar, I've filled it up to just over 1 bar. I then than some hot water and noticed the pressure go up to 1.5bar. Once I turned the water…
Live Bee Removal Cost
Has anyone got experience of these companies? I need some honey bees removing from my roof but can't seem to gauge what price they charge. They all seem to charge to come out to do an initial survey and I can't really afford to pay out £200 to get a quote from a few companies and then find out it's too expensive for me to…
Can I cover a neighbours window I boundary?
Hello, First Post so sorry if in wrong place. Neighbour's garage wall is on our garden boundary. The wall contains a small frosted window. I was hoping to move my garden shed infront of it but not sure I can put anything in front of the window. Can anyone help? Thanks I advance.
Electric shower cutting out after 4mins - cannot diagnose problem!!
I have a Mira electric shower in my flat (9kw). I have had the same model of shower for six years. The first unit lasted for five years. The shower then conked out entirely and I was told that electric showers don't live that long so this wasn't unexpected and I replaced it with a new (like for like) Mira unit. This was…
Building Control costs
Hi I hope everyone is well. I am looking to get a side extension built, and I was advised that the council building controls can delay works, as they can a while to do the inspections. I was told that there are independent Building Control companies, that although are a little more expensive, would usually come to do an…
Garden wall repair
My front garden wall's piers are topped off with brick on edge and due to a combination of moss growth and snow/ice getting in over the years the mortar is failing on some of them. I'm tempted to do the repair myself and was wondering what's the best mortar mix to use in this instance, particularly to prevent it happening…
Cause of uneven floor?
I'm currently in the process of purchasing a property (3 bed semi circa 1935). We have had a home buyers survey done, which has generally come back fine apart from the surveyor has reported that the floor is considerably more uneven with greater camber than expected in this age and type of property. This is in the 2 main…
Is there a preferred artificial grass
we are due to lay artificial grass on part of our back garden, and have no idea what we are looking for, I spent a couple of hours searching online and found a couple that were highly recommended and about £10 per m2. A builder friend paid about £20 per m2 for his. Is there a preferred manufacturer/supplier or is it a case…
Does building on party wall impact planning permission?
Hello, We submitted a planning application to extend our ground floor flat. In the designs, we built up to - but not on - the party wall boundary with one of our neighbours. So in the designs, we were building on our own land. We have since decided we prefer to build astride the party wall, and have had a surveyor issue a…
Doorstop vs Solidor, any difference?
I've gotten a few quotes for external doors. Two companies have given fairly comparable quotes. The first company has quoted for doors manufactured by Doorstop (never heard of them) but upgrading to Solidor is quite a sizeable extra charge. The second company has quoted for doors that are Solidor. I've only heard of…
Made to measure sliding wardrobe doors
I need some glass sliding wardrobe doors made to measure. There seem to be loads of websites offering bespoke. Does anyone have any recommendations/experience/tips? Or are they all much of a muchness?
New Boiler
Hi All, I want to move my current boiler to allow me to convert the garage into a living room. The current boiler is an indirect heat system and I have a hot water tank with immersion in the airing cupboard. What size combi would I be likely to need for my property? It’s a 1999 build, three bed detached with 13 radiators…
What kind of lamp could decorate my bedroom? Jump to Latest
I just want to re-decorate my bedroom, planning to buy a lamp beside my bed. I hope my room is that neither too bright nor too dark when lighting up. What kind of lamps would you buy? How about the floor lamp?
Inconsistent expansion gap for laminate flooring
Hello everyone, I've just had laminate flooring fitted by a joiner. After he finished last night I noticed that around sections of the wall and the doorways, the expansion gap was not consistent. He also screwed the door threshold right through the laminate. I have attached some photos to demonstrate the gap left by the…
Soil pipe partial replacement
Hello. I'm a single female homeowner and therefore always dubious about the prices tradesmen come up with. After already paying what I believe was too much this week for a bit of sealant in a gutter, I'm keen to not be ripped off again. My soil pipe is leaking a bit from the oustide at one of the parts where the pipe joins…
Are most common washers in tap half inch?
Hi folks, Need to fix a leaking tap and have been watching a few youtube videos where one of the presenters said that most common washers are half inch ,I was looking at this pack of 10 on ebay, 1/2" INCH FLAT TAP WASHER / WASHERS X 10 | eBay Its the old traditional kind of tap mixer in batroom sink, hot and cold on one…
How much deposit is reasonable?
Hope I've got this in the right category - guess someone will tell me if I haven't (newbie here . . . ) The windows at the front of my house are shot - we last had them replaced 37 years ago and they haven't fared well - we have bowls on the living-room window ledge to catch the rain that gets blown in . . . A…
Winkhaus AV3 auto slam on external door
I want to get an external door with a long vertical bar handle. I hadn't thought of this before but without a typical handle that you pull up to engage the multi point locking (MPL) system, you need a lock that can engage the MPL via something other than the handle. I know this can be achieved by a special lock that…
Rotten fascia board?
Hi, any suggestion on what can I do to solve this pls?Before I speak to any builder so I will have an idea. Since there is light and wires inside of it, do i need a electrician as well or builder should be fine? I don’t do DIY’s and has no background in such. Any insight of the cost would be really helpful.
Clueless_but_curious Baxi 105 HE wiring thingy.
Hi CbC.Could this be it? It has a 10-way PCB plug, and 2 green wires going to one black plug - so could very well be.https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Baxi-Instant-105e-105he-80e-80he-Micro-Switch/265100566645?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649 (If Fez is watching and you can't reply, just post a frowning…

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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