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ADT proposed upgrade
We have a monitored ADT hardwired alarm system that was installed when we moved into this property just over 23 years ago. A few months ago we underwent a compulsory upgrade to our phone lines from copper to broadband, which resulted in no end of hassle as Virgin had not accounted for our having the alarm and mum having a…
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Buying a router - what collet size?
I worked with a router, but not much and don't have my own. Decided to buy it at last and now see the variety of collet sizes - 1/4", 1/2", 3/8" - not to mention metric ones ... For Makita RP0900X/2 Amazon says 1/4" or 3/8", but Screwfix says 1/4". How come? I can imagine 3/8 with an adaptor for 1/4, but not vice versa.…
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Downstairs neighbour experiencing leak, not sure from where?
My downstairs neighbour came by last night and said she's got wet patches on her living room ceiling. I'll attach a picture. My living room is above hers, but the bathroom is right next to it. I've got a shower. I've engaged a plumber who will hopefully come by later today. Does it look like it might be my shower waste…
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Heating issue in empty house
Can anyone advise please. Empty house insurance stipulates heating on constant at 15’. The thermostat is on the hallway wall just inside the front door. The boiler is 4 years old and recently serviced. I understand it is a sealed system. The thermostat says the overall temperature is 15’ So I’m not sure if there is a…
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Can 1 Hub serve 2 Hive Controllers in Same House?
Our house has 2 boilers, one serving the main house and another boiler serving the granny flat attached. The granny flat has a Hive thermostat installed already for its combi boiler and we're looking to get another one for the main house (conventional) boiler. Since we already have a hub for the current Hive, do we need…
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Plug socket flashed and tripped switch in fuse box
Please can someone advise. We have had a portable mini heater plugged into a standard UK double wall socket (just plugs, no USB) for an hour or so and once I turned it off and switched the socket off, it flashed behind the panel and blew the fuse, turning off all electric from the entire house with it. On inspecting the…
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Boiler central heating return temperature?
I have balanced my central heating system in my house. All the heaters are showing a temperature at the top between 55-60c. And at the bottom they are 10-12c temperature drop. Reading online this is what is recommended. My boiler outlet temperature is currently set to 70c. I know this is higher than what is recommended and…
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Freezer tripping electrics?
My RCD is tripping every morning between 6 and 8am! I suspect it might be my 7-month old Beko freezer if it cycles through a 24 hour defrost programme - obviously there are many appliances on the same circuit, including an integrated f/f, but the timing seems very precise. The freezer is a replacement for one that had the…
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Velux trickle vent
We get a bit of a breeze through the attic hatch into the hall in winter. I usually block it off with insulation board and tape during this time of year. Should the velux trickle vent be open or shut? The roof is 2-3 years old and has around 5 vents and multiple vents on the soffits.
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Dimplex storage heater burn mark
A guest left their jacket over the storage heater in my front hall. I've tried cleaning with Pink Stuff and Barkeeper's Friend. It's not budging. Dimplex says they shouldn't be painted and the only cover you can use is an ugly cage lol. Any ideas?
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IKEA PAX wardrobe door is catching frame
We inherited a well used IKEA Pax wardrobe. It's nice but one of the sliding doors doesn't close fully. On closer inspection, I noticed that the door guide at the bottom rail of the faulty door is catching along the wardrobe frame. I wondered if the rail was screwed too close but there doesn't seem much option. Any idea's…
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Wood, tiled or carpet - what would you go for?
As the title, we currently have engineered oak in our living room (5 x 4m) but the room has a large (3 x 1.6m) window, it’s east facing and does not retain heat very well at all. The radiator is the largest I could find to fit under the window but it’s not the best. Would you stick with the wood, change to carpet, or tile…
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Gas fire soot build up
The third tile has turned black and it burns when the heater is in ( yes I know it's dangerous so have kept it off now) I think the issue was the ignition would not come on without a match so I lifted the third tile to use the match but I must not have put it back properly hence why the tile has burned. Any recommendations…
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Party wall notice for outbuilding
Is a party wall notice needed for outbuildings? We want to demolish our stone outbuilding, but the rear wall is also the neighbouring shed
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Treating small water stains....
I've got a couple of water stains on the white emulsioned plastered ceiling caused by a leak from a boiler in the loft. I have some Zinsser stain block but first want to clean away as much of the stains as possible prior to painting. Would a diluted vinegar mix or diluted bleach be the most effective or does anyone have…
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Good solar light.
We have a house sign like this and the light is useless, often does not work and is not bright enough. I need a good one to replace just the light on the sign. It never gets full sun but is in good daylight. Sugestions welcome.
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How do I hang this photo frame pl!
Got this clip on frame, not sure how to hang it on wall.Newbie here pl can somebody else! So many hooks to choose from, a bit clueless. Thanks
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Help with cold lounge that loses heat quick
Hi everyone, So we moved in to our first property 6 months ago. We are looking for some advice on how to improve our lounge. So the house is a late 70s, 3 bed semi. Double glazing throughout. The lounge itself is 15x17ft , with a open staircase. There are 2 doors in and out of the room. One leads into the kitchen, which is…
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Duvet recommendations - non natural filling
I'd read a similar thread on here but my question is slightly different I am looking for a new superking winter duvet - probably around 13 tog - but due to allergies I do not want/cannot have one with a natural filling such as wool or feathers, so I am looking for a recommendation for a synthetic filled one. I don't really…
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I am struggling to get a couple radiators to work. What could be the problem?
It mainly affects the two new radiators that were installed. One in the living room downstairs and the other in the upstairs bathroom. These were done by two different plumbers about a couple months apart during the summer. I'm using them for the first time now. I've bled all the radiators, topped up the boiler etc. I…
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