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Planning permission objections
Was hoping for some advise on proposed plans for new building plot for 16 homes on field adjacent to 1970s cul-de-sac where I live. The field as been left for many many years as was considered green belt. And since 80s multiple development plans have been rejected by council because of this along with residents objections.…
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Replace Window with French Doors, how much heat loss or gain?
I have a 12mm double glazed unit in a wooden frame. The window is 145cm by 145cm.and 68cm from the floor. The wall is dab and dot on breeze block then a filled cavity then brick exterior. If I replace the window with Upvc French doors with a 20mm gap between the panes how much heat will I lose or gain with replacing the…
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Floor to ceiling windows
Hey! Has anyone got or had these before? And what is the cost (roughly) Its all been very vague online!!
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CAD file
I hired a small building design company to draw plans for some internal building refurbishment. I don't want to continue with this company and have found another -(recommended this time) - architect to do the work. This new architect said he will need to do another survey unless I can obtain the CAD file from the first…
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Best beginners drill set
Which drill would be recommended for DIY at home - making furniture and drilling into brick wall sometimes.
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How to cover drain
I have these outdoor drains which splash water onto the brick walls and needs changing. What would be recommended? Thank you.
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Boiler losing pressure
Hey, The usual story of boiler losing pressure over time. I top up to 1.2 bar and over 2-3 months it drops to under 0.5 bar and needs topping up. It's obviously a slow leak and I've tried the tricks of checking radiators and prv outside. Is it worth calling an engineer which could cost alot on investigating and ultimately…
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Outside burner rules
Hi looking for some advice woke up this morning to my neighbour building a chimney right next to my fence it looks like it will be for a log fire or some outdoor cooking thing but I can’t get confirmation at the moment Are there any rules about height and placement of these things? It’s about 8-9ft tall and as I said right…
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Unvented Cylinder - leaking pipes when system off only
Hi all bit of an odd one - does anyone have any thoughts as to why 2 of the pipes coming off my cylinder (leading up to the heat exchanger) leak whenever the system has been off a while (ie if I don’t put heating or water on for say 24 hours) - it’s not condensation as too much water. Image attached (this is the pipe work…
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Laying oak sleepers and recessed drain cover cost
HiI have engaged someone to create a patio for me and turf the rest the of the garden.I have agreed a price for this. However there are a couple of add ons1) since my garden is at a bit of slope (total 10cm fall), I have asked to put in two oak sleepers (garden width 4m) to be put in to divide the garden into two levels.…
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AFaF: Tanning hides
So... A friend of mine is looking for a guide to tan & preserve a couple of hides. She wants them to end up fairly soft & flexible and retain the fur.I've only ever done a couple of rabbit skins a long time ago that ended up being like cardboard. Any suggestions would be most welcome.
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Foundation costs?
Hi everyone, We are looking to get a log cabin built in our garden. Roughly it will be 3m x 2.5M. I was wondering does anyone have any experience of how much the foundation should roughly cost? I think I could attempt building the cabin myself but would need to get someone in to lay the concrete foundation. Any help is…
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LED lighting
Hi I hope everyone is doing well. Someone has offered me a couple of LED lights, very similar to these... eterna-lighting co.uk/product/mscsledwh/ but 15w version. My question is, can I use them to replace my main room lights? And can I fit one as a main bathroom light (will it be safe). Your advice is really appreciated.…
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Storage Fees Discount
I am currently in the middle of an 8 week half price storage deal with Armadillo storage. I have a feeling I am going to need the storage for longer. It is a 100ft unit so getting a decent amount off. Has anyone any experience of negotiating an extension to their storage deal? I am considering contacting them near the end…
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Removing concrete in a back garden
I have a Victorian terrace and essentially the whole back garden - and all the way around the edge of the house itself - is concreted over. The concrete isn't in very good condition with various cracks across it. I don't think it was laid very well in the first place, as it isn't flat and bits of it sound hollow. I've been…
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2 bedroom flat refurbishment cost
Can anyone give me a rough idea how much it would cost to refurbish a top floor 2 bedroom flat? The dimensions are below and every room would need doing, with the kitchen/bathroom needing ripping out, carpeting, electrics rewired and herbal decorating. It would also require central heating installed with 5 radiators, as it…
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Unauthorised vehicle crossing on our drive
Hello everyone! Asking for a little advice. My husband and I have just been issued an 'Unauthorised Vehicle Crossing' notice by our local council. To get to our drive you need to cross the pavement, but it's been like this as long as we've owned the house (8 years). We have spoken to one of our neighbours and they have…
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Where to start with vague Extension/loft conversion plan?
I will need to work from home full time from later in the year. No dedicated space for an office and working from my kids bedroom desk would not be great. So I want to explore either loft conversion or side and rear extension but I don't know which is best. The budget will probably guide it (only about 50k) and in the…
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Reparing gully/ drain.
The gully/ drain kept geting blocked. Has been fixed now but the surrounding is crumbling and needs fixing. Plus need a new cover, however they do not sell ones the size i require. Any advice please?
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Faulty oven
My first time on here so I’m not sure if this is the right part. I have an oven less than 2years old it’s playing up and the want to change me over £100 to fix it. Can this be right.
