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Double glazing
Hi all, We have a number of bespoke double glazing units, dimensions below which are no longer needed (unfortunate situation where we ordered new DG units on the assurance we'd get approvals from the council but were then turned down for planning permission!) All are Pilkington K Glass. I'd welcome any ideas of what we…
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lead water supply pipe
our water pressure is quite low, water company have been and checked and say its because supply pipe to our house is lead and needs to be changed, which they will not do. would this be covered by any home policy or any advise as to how to deal with this problem. thanks
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Survey reporting structural movement. What to do....??
Good morning all, Another day, another issue. Just got the Level 2 survey report back for a house we have put an offer in for (and accepted). The roof needs replaced/repaired, which we knew, but the surveyor found an issue with the main walls, and I quote: "The main house walls are approx. 470mm in thickness stone faced…
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Currently got painter around but walls aren't in a great state - advice please!
EDIT: I should mention, they're not going to paint on top of the walls like this, this is what they're like when they've been stripped. They've already said they're going to sand and fill etc the walls before painting. Hi, I'd appreciate some advice, preferably in the next couple of hours because the painter is here now!…
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neighbours noisy plumbing
Can anyone tell me whether environmental health will step in regarding incredibly noisy plumbing from my neighbour. The noise is astonishing!! She had plumbing done to her bathroom i assume a few years back - drilling into adjoining wall. Since that time, every time she runs her taps the noise is absolutely mind blowing!!!…
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Bathroom Repair
Good evening all. My bathroom is about 5 years old, and I have noticed a small hairline crack in the grouting that extends maybe 6 inches. I’ve had a check under the bath and there is a small drip and I suspect this is where it is coming from. Is this easy to repair yourself? picture below. The tiles are an inch square.
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How much to install a modern WC?
I have an old-fashioned /'period' WC (connected via a flush pipe to the cistern a few feet above it) that I want to replace with a conventional 'modern' one. Don't know if I can use the same WC pedestal or have to get a whole new pedestal+cistern but I wondered if anyone had an idea of cost?
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10 month old patio, one slab hairline crack
In Jan/ Feb this year we had a new patio laid (28 m2) Yesterday, when I went out into the garden one of the slabs, has got a thin hairline crack right through the middle. This is right in the middle of the patio and now I can't 'unsee' it The local company that did it, was paid via BACS and isn't a member of checkatrade or…
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Almost dead fridgefreezer - repair or replace?
I have a 314ltr Miele fridge freezer. I actually got it for free 6 years ago when a neighbour put it out onto the street! So maybe it's 10+ years old. I woke up in the middle of Fri/Sat night because it had started making a loud continuous noise. A death rattle! I unplugged it, dusted round the back, then plugged it back…
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Attic wall
Neighbours selling their terraced house. She put a letter through my door stating solicitors are asking about the attic wall which has gaps in where you can see through. She is asking when we will do the work to repair it. Bare in mind we have lived here 42 years and it's always been like that. There have been 2 owners…
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Pigeon deterrent
I've read online guidance for pigeon deterrents and wondered if anyone has experience with the sonic devices? Not wanting to scare off other birdlife or disturb dogs in the vicinity.
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Planning application appeal
How much does or can an appeal cost? Just trying to work out if it's worth going for it or not.
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How to fill/level gap between wooden/solid floor.
Evening all! I recently posted about my hatred of our quarry tiled floors and was adamant it was going to go. Unfortunately the best way to do this -eg limecrete is just far too much for our budget right now and so it looks like they are staying for a while. I’ll just have to stick rugs down. In the meantime, our wall…
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Strongest "no nail" solvent for wood to concrete?
Im fixing 4x4 timber posts to concrete posts and want them to outlive me, i will also use bolts/brackets but want to "make sure"...
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Sensor Light
Hi there in any home the previous owners installed a flush ceiling light that comes on automatically when you enter the room (utility). I have found an installation bill showing the sensor is a Timecard SLW360L Occupancy Sensor. I would like to replace the light fitting, what would I need to buy to work with the sensor?…
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DIFFICULTIES IN USING DIY HOUSEHOLD MAINTENANCE TOOLS
Hi Folks Can you kindly name some tools which you have problems with
handling or operating in order to do general household maintenance? My nephew is doing a project at school on DIY maintenance tools and problems which ordinary
people face when handling or operating them. Thanks in advance
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Reliable, trustworthy builder needed in Liverpool area
Dear All: Does anyone know a reliable, trustworthy and good value builder in Liverpool area please? We need to get a threshold by our living room door fixed/replaced. (Pic attached) Couple air vents need to repair/replaced on external building. Replace a piece of gutter. We did have couple builders visit before but they…
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emergency cover
hi all. now that we've settled in our new house, I'd like to think about some peace of mind. while the house has been renovated and the gas installation is brand new, there's always something that can go wrong. a burst pipe, a clogged toilet, a leak etc. I'm talking about major issues, btw, as I can easily fix a leaking…
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Looped supply, selfish neighbour!
2 weeks ago when getting the electric meter readings, I noticed the main cable box was leaking oil so I called Electricity Northwest. They were brilliant, came out straight away and explained it's a 70 year old main feed set-up and needs replacing urgently as it's being overloaded. The oil is bitumen that has broken down…
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Do We Need A Building Control Consultant?
We are currently inviting builders to tender for the extension and refurb of our house. Cost will be in the ballpark of £150k. We have an architect who is designer and project manager and we have been happy with his service so far. He has approached a consultancy who have quoted to oversee the contractors during…
