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Does the Party Wall Act apply to sound proofing a shared wall
Good morning, I’m about to get quotes to sound proof a shared internal wall. It’s just occurred to be that the PWA might apply as technically I’m thickening the wall. However, I am not sure it’s necessary as I’m not affecting the neighbour’s wall. Does anyone know? Thanks in advance.
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Upgrading under cabinet lights to LED
I want to upgrade my flush mounted undercabinet lights to LED. There seem to be suitable replacements available but I am not sure of the wiring. The transformer for the existing lights is on top of the cabinet and I can easily replace with an LED driver - but the wiring to the lights themselves runs behind (and probably…
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Damp in old house
I have an approximately 100 year old house, single brick detached no cavity, two chimney I working fire, good central heating. I’ve suspected damp for a while and after buying a moisture pin meter I’ve confirmed certain areas of the walls downstairs, up to our knee height are getting readings between 10 to 25%. Well, many…
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Robot mower blades
Afternoon all Does anyone have any recommendations for robot mower blades? I have a gtech robot but the blades aren’t the most durable! Thanks in advance
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Toilet Syphon repair.
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Bathroom renovation - keep existing suite?
Help! I’m going round in circles. I have a functional bathroom that is totally outdated. It was built to a high standard in the 80s but is in need of renovation, including ceiling (currently polystyrene tiles 😬) and tiles to three walls (many have crazed). The problem is the bathroom suite… I love it! Armitage Shanks,…
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Dust from outdoor getting through upvc windows seal
Am getting dust I think it is cavity dust from outside on window sill. It seems the seal needs replacing. I have tried to use tape to seal temporarily but it is unsightly. Can I just reseal the top seal only. Have asked but they want to reseal the whole window which am not keen as do not want to encounter more problems in…
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Washing machine waste pipe overflowing
I have a washing machine in the utility with the waste hose from the machine loosely "plugged" in to the waste pipe. When the washer is dealing with a full load of clothes, it uses more water and the waste pipe isn't able to clear it in time. Since it's not a sealed pipe, it ends up overflowing. I don't think there's a…
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UPVC External Bathroom Pipe Replacement — DIY or Professional Job?
Hello, First time posting… In our new (old) house I need to replace these two horizontal 40mm upvc pipes and the tee joint that connects to the 32mm vertical pipe as its leaking where the tape is. It's the bath and sink outlets from the bathroom that connects to the soil stack on the right (second picture).…
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Insulation in kitchen?
Hello all We are getting the kitchen ceiling plastered and have taken down the false ceiling. We were wondering if we should insulate the kitchen ceiling before putting up a new plastered ceiling? We don't need to and worry about our newly installed electric cabled trapped in insulation as probably 50% of the kitchen…
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Criminal damage to property and taking legal action
Dear Forumites, I hope I've posted this in the most appropriate place! Please tell me if not. I recently bought a house which is being repaired, renovated, and refurbished. I wish to claim compensation from XXX (electricity supply company) who have severed my water and electric supply externally in the flagstoned front…
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Anyone recommend a non combustable insulation please?
Hello all Just wondering if anyone can recommend a non combustable insulation which can not sustain vermin and also is not toxic ie won't make your hands itch and you don't need to wear a facemask when installing it? I did find this one that matches the above apart from it being toxic and advised to wear a facemask and can…
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Internal wall insulation , worth the hassle ?
Has anyone got experience with Internal Wall insulation ( IWI ) installation - it downsides and the timescale of the install as it looks like quite a lot of work involved and for my Dad who is in his mid 70s maybe too much stress .. He received a ECO grant through through his energy supplier for external wall insulation…
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One radiator needs bleeding roughly every 2-3 heating cycles. No pressure gauge on Boiler.
So I had a replacement boiler go in during early November. I then noticed a few weeks later, the radiator in my living room was luke warm one side instead of hot, I bled it after the heating was off, and on the next heating it was hot everywhere. I thought all was good, but then a few uses later, the problem came back, I…
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Party wall situation
Hello everyone, We have planning permission for a 4.5m extension on our terraced house. One neighbor is fine with it, but the other has been difficult from the start. He claims it blocks his sunlight (which isn’t true) and has hired ‘Adam Joseph Chartered Surveyors,’ demanding we sign within 48 hours or get our own…
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Rear extension questions
Hi all, I am considering making an offer for this detached bungalow in London. The value in the property for me is the potential to extend at the rear (as shown in the photos). However, I need to know what I'm letting myself in for. Some questions I'd appreciate any help with. 1 - My reading of permitted development rights…
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Saniflo Xr macerator
Hello thanks in advance for your help I have the above macerator fitted in an en-suite, about 15-20 years old. working fine, except that ever since the day I’ve had it fitted, it will drain the sink and toilet just fine but when using the shower it pumps leaves about an inch of water in the shower tray before stopping…
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Dormer loft conversion
Just wondered if anyone has had planning permission granted for a semi detached dormer loft conversion when their property has neighbours to the rear? Or does anybody have an idea on chances of being approved? Thankyou in advance
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How to treat water damaged engineered wooden flooring?
I've just discovered that there was water leaking from a container I had stored in a cupboard which has soaked some of the engineering wooden flooring. I'm wiped as much as I can away with clothes however I was wondering what should I do next to best treat the flooring? Leave a fan there for some time? Once completely dry,…
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Powerflush Cost
How much does the powerflush shoud cost? I have been quoted 650£ for 15 radiators. It !!!!!! accurate?
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