-
'Fridge Freezer advice
Hello all. I've purchased a new 'fridge freezer and its arriving tomorrow. I understand that when it arrives I must not turn it on for 4 hours and then I must wait 24 hours before I use it....is this correct? Also....Curry's is taking away my old 'fridge freezer. At what stage should I be turning off the old 'fridge…
-
Radiator valves on single pipe system
Morning guys, So im looking to have the last to old radiators replaced upstairs in the bedrooms. Our heating system is a single pipe system. I was looking at getting trvs installed but I have read that they need to be specially for single pipe systems and im struggling to find any that don't cost stupid money. Im now…
-
Advice needed: Extension flat roof leaking despite upstands (flashing not yet installed)
If there are any roofers here that could give advice: My extension flat roof (single-ply PVC) was recently installed, including upstands, but the lead flashing hasn’t been fitted yet. After the first rain, water got through between the membrane and the wall and into the house. As far as I understand, the membrane upstand…
-
Downpipe Blockage
Hi All, I noticed that the bottom side of my garage has become damp inside. I checked the gutters, they were full of rubbish and the downpipe at the top was completely blocked. I've now cleared it. Would this have caused the damp issue? Thanks in advance.
-
Trying to get permission from the council for a home improvement
Hi, thanks for taking the time to read. I'm hoping someone can help. 2 years ago I mortaged my council house, right to buy through Norwich City Council. I have a garden and really want to install doors in the back room that would give me direct access to my own private garden. Rather than having to go out the front door…
-
Triple glazing - does it actually reduce light?
I'm on the fence about getting double or triple glazing. I've been given a quote for triple that is not much more than double. It seems like triple is great for noise reduction and extra warmth but I'm worried about it not letting in as much light (which I've read is one of the main disadvantages of triple). Does anyone…
-
What is my floor type? (Sound insulation)
Hello guys. Ive not long moved into a flat, rented from a Housing Association. It's affordable, and is in a fantastic location, so I'd like to invest in it. The flat currently has no flooring, except for kitchen tiles and laminate in the bathroom. So before I order carpets etc I'm looking into sound insulation options. I'm…
-
Velux roof security on low pitched roofer
Just looking for a bit of sanity check - first major building work being done at my house and everything is making me stressed! There is a single-storey lean-to utility room at the back o a Victorian house. The roof is being re-done and I've asked for a Velux window to let a bit more light in. I don't really intend to have…
-
Will this adaptor connect this pipe to this fitting?
Our new water softener has push-fit connection flexi pipes, whereas our old one, and the existing pipework under the sink, does not, they have thread connection (whatever that's called). If we unscrew the hose on the right of the picture of under the sink, will the pictured adaptor connect the new hose to the existing…
-
How to repair this?
What is the best way to repair this without buying a bag of cement and sand when I only need a fraction of a bag?
-
Home security - Locks
Hi, After some advice regarding the above subject please. We have a porch door with a 1* eurocylinder lock - not particulary concerned about this as we tend to leave the porch door unlocked except for overnight and if away from home for an extended period. The porch leads to a substantial front door which is fitted with a…
-
Conflicting advice - damp in an Edwardian house
Moved into a 3 bed detached Edwardian house, end of January. The picture attached to this post shows that damp started coming up the wall from the Victorian floor in February whenever it rained. It has now spread to the adjacent living room. I had a L3 survey, no issues were picked up, when I bought the house. They did…
-
Hotpoint Washing Machine Seal
So, yesterday water leaked from bottom of door of washing machine. Managed to drain water and open door to find the arm of a jumper wrapped and tangled in the seal. Pulled out of the seal and is damaged not torn, still leaking as tried another wash. I never overfill the drum as I have 9kg and was washing mainly light kids…
-
Radiator just won't get hot
Hi I have a large radiator in my hallway that just doesn't get hot. This one alone with a vertical one in the kitchen, and one in the sunroom - all near each other and I think are all on the same connection and all never really get hot. Tried bleeding, also looked at the pin - all fine. I have also tried balancing the…
-
LG F4X1009NMK 9kg Direct Drive Washing Machine
Anyone have experience of the above machine Or LG washing machines in general At £341 it fits my budget and I like the 5 years parts and labour warranty Thanks Steve
-
Should I keep the hardwood flooring?
The previous owners must have gone to great expense in putting down hardwood flooring in the living space, stairs and entrance hallway. I thought it was engineered wood but I found some spare boards and noticed that they were made of the real stuff. The issue is, it's a very dark brown/chestnut colour in an already dark…
-
Windows
Spotted these in one of our windows: According to FENSA documents, we think the windows were installed in 2006. Is the seal itself gone or should we consider replacing the whole window? Is DIY possible? Other windows around the house seem ok.
-
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.…
-
WB Greenstar CDi 2007 pulsing noise.
No error lights. Analogue pressure gauge is in green border.If turned off and then back on, it seems to sort it.This has occurred twice now in around a week or so.Any ideas of the cause? If it's a PCB or fan, for example, then I'll probably recommend a Fixed Price Repair by WB. But if it's a simple issue, then a local…
-
Main Eco 28 Boiler - loud foghorn noises
I have a Main Eco 28 Boiler set up as a system boiler which has gotten really noisy over the last 8 months. When it fires up there is a long and very load "moan" like its struggling to suck something in. It then makes a loud humming noise as it runs. I’ve had it checked by British Gas and they also just did an annual…
Been affected or received damage from flooding or a storm? Ask other MoneySavers for help here.
348 discussions
1.3K comments
Most recent: Crack in party wall after neighbour building work by silvercar
2 February at 8:36AM
Had a quote for work on your home but not sure how it compares? Ask other MoneySavers.