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Externally insulating a Victorian semi pros/cons
Hi was looking for anyone who has had external insulation added to their victorian property and what they think. Pros and cons. Is it a good idea or not. Any advice please.
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Is this any good to help with chimney draw
We have an open fire. Chimney was swept recently and the chap suggested something like the below to help with the draw Has anyone used something like this? Would you get an electrician to install this in? Are there are any cheaper alternatives available? Very new to this so apologies up front for any silly questions Thank…
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External steel wall repair and painting (Non standard construction)
You can see on the attached picture that the top part of the wall needs some looking after. It's non-standard construction (BISF - British Iron and Steel Foundation) so the red bit is steel as far as I am aware. I am not sure what I ask a tradesman to do here. Prep and repaint? If so, with what type of paint? I know a good…
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Wall tiles need help!
Hi we have had a new bathroom fitted just under two years ago and the wall tiles on the external wall keep coming away from the wall, some are hollow and some the grout has cracked. None have actually fallen off but have pushed away from the wall. We have had them replaced three times over the last year and half. It seems…
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Laying laminate onto Thermoplastic tiles
Hi I’m wanting to lay laminate flooring in my living room but when I lifted the old carpet I found there were thermoplastic tiles there. CarpetRight, where I am looking to get the laminate, have said they will not allow their fitters to lay laminate onto a thermoplastic tile base. They have recommended I remove them,…
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Dampen Rain Sound on Conservatory Roof
Hi all, We’ve a conservatory with a polycarbonate roof. When it rains, it is so loud. Is there any way to dampen this sound? Thanks!
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Suspended floor insulation
Hi, we're planning to insulate our floor. I have been trying to work out how much insulation we would need as minimum legally. We won't be going for anything like kingspan as it's a bit expensive for us. Also, what else other than kingspan would you recommend? Mineral, sheep wool?
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Extension price
Obviously I realise there’s 101 variables in terms of extension but as a bit of a guide I’m looking for examples of price from those who’ve done similar Ive a typical 1930s semi detached house in north Lancashire and I’m looking into extending onto the side- Extension will be a garage at front and kitchen going across…
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Stove fitter issues
Hello I am in the process of having a multifuel stove fitted in an existing fireplace and chimney. The local stove fitter I have asked to do the job has decided to order fitting components, without first confirming with me what I have ordered with the stove. Not only is the cost of the stuff he has ordered about twice what…
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New carpet - Recommended company?
I'm looking for a new carpet for a bedroom. What carpet company would you recommend that you've had a good experience with that has good quality carpets, a good fitting service, etc..? Also, is there anything else to keep in mind such as certain types of carpets being a better choice than others? Thanks for any advice.
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Best way to insulate internal wall in loft extension
I have a detached bungalow built in the 50's with a loft extension built in the 80's with Velux windows. bungalow has cavity wall insulation and is double glazed, not happy about the insulation in the upstairs walls and sloping roof space especially the sloping sides under the tiles, not even sure what is under there but…
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Radiators not getting hot all over
Hi My rads get warm at the top and not at the bottom and after turning the thermostat up full and the TRV's on full for 20 minutes i went round checking the rad's. Rad nearest the boiler the TRV was warm ish and the other valve was hot but rad only warm at the bottom and hot at the top. 2nd closest TRV was hot and other…
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Heat pumps and flats - what is the future likely to be?
I've been reading a lot about heat pumps in the news over the last month or so. I think I understand there's various limitations but most of what I've read talks about heat pumps in relation to fitting them in houses in lower density neighbourhoods, where there's usually plenty of outdoor space to put the quite noisy pump…
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Divan Bed Warehouse
Has anyone purchased a bed, mattress etc from Divan Bed Warehouse. They seem incredibly cheap. A Double bed with 2 Drawers, a sprung mattress and headboard for under £500. Any feedback would be appreciated. Are they rubbish or a bargain?
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Reroof – Best Breathable Membrane?
Hi all, It's looking increasingly likely that I will be reroofing our house next year. Roofing quotes are through the roof (ha!). I'm no roofer, but I feel I could pull it off. It's only a small 2-bed semi-detached bungalow. Considering there is a huge shortage of tiles right now, I'm trying to plan ahead as much as I can.…
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New Flooring – Damp Proof Membrane?
Hi all, We're renovating our first home, a 1955 bungalow. When first buying the property, the HomeBuyer's Report didn't seem to think the property had a damp proof membrane, under the floor. Just to save any confusion, I don't mean a damp proof course (running along the bottom of the brickwork). Under our existing…
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Freeholder or leaseholder responsibility?
I have had damp rising above the skirting in two areas of my flat, one of which is on a concrete column so can’t be from the outside. About six weeks ago in the same block a pub that’s adjacent to me had a leak, my suspicion is that the water is now under the building and now rising. I’m on the ground floor.The pub do not…
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NW Highlands Croft Track - temporary surface?
Hi everyone - any budget-conscious suggestion on how to improve a muddy track that leads to our wee house over rough grazing land that has become deeply rutted and very muddy. Not going to be able to construct something tarmacadamy till finances are in better shape but need something semi-temporary. Thanking you for any…
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front door
hi guys , recently moved to this house this is the front its not stable. I don't know if I should replace the front door or get a brick porch built. Any suggestions. It doesn't look secure
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Heat pump tumble dryer in an unventilated cupboard?
I'm wanting to buy a new tumble dryer. I'd like to buy a heat pump dryer, but the only space in the house is in an unventilated large cupboard in the kitchen (think something like a small pantry). Would this be OK, or would ventilation /consensation be a problem? If this will be a problem, I can put a non-heat pump dryer…