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Flat roof
I have a fairly large extension with a flat roof. Over time it has puddled in one place resulting eventually into a leak in the hallway. So we decided to get the roof recovered. As the room involved is always cold we decided to go for a "warm roof" I think that was the term. Anyway it involved completely removing the roof…
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Gas to Induction Hob Users - A Good Choice?
Has anyone gone from gas to an induction hob? Why did you and would you say it's worth it?
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Reducing condensation in the loft
Am I correct to think that running a fan in the loft for long periods should dry the loft and reduce any condensation that may form up there?Also, there's no down side to this given the fan is very cheap to run?
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Double glazing question
Hi, We have a 60s build house which may have the original windows. We get a lot of condensation on the windows and they are quite mouldy. There is a little bit of mould at the top of the walls in the house which are external as well. We are going to change the windows and we have had the sales pitch from a national vendor…
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Change ‘dumb’ heating controller for a ‘smart’ one?
Am having an issue with my heating controller. It’s a simple one, Drayton I’m pretty sure. It only controls the heating to the radiators on the top and basement floors of the house. There is a separate controller for the UFH system in the middle level of the house, and this also controls the hot water. This controller is…
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Kitchen cabinet peeling
Hello, Does anyone know the best adhesive to glue down peeling edges of kitchen units that have that vinyl/glossy laminate on it? Cheers
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Replacent gas boiler room thermostat
Hi all, couple of queries on the above.current 'old style' room thermostat is faulty.i try to set temp low but I think it's a guessing game.i want to change it for a fancy pants digital one.do I need an electrician or a gas fitter? It's a Worcester biscuits boiler about 10 years old.is it one size fits all or are they…
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Conservatory subsidence, repair or rebuild?
Hello MS Experts! I am after some advice! Sorry its a bit long! A few years ago, I noticed cracks both indoors and outdoors where my conservatory met the rear of my house. Conservatory is solid brick walls at both ends, and dwarf wall to the rear, with a polycarbonate roof. Its quite large at 5m x 3m and is open plan with…
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Confused about rewiring a replacement time lag switch
Hello there, I wonder if anyone can help with this. I have a time lag switch to control a power shower. It goes off after 20 minutes. These uses two cables only, no need for a neutral. The new time lag switch does require a neutral. The confusion is that I have two neutral joined together not attached to anything, can I…
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Cooker Hood recommendations
Hello, Though I would change my cooker hood as:- 1 the lighting is bad and being partially sighted I need good lighting 2. I keep hitting my head on it :) I was thinking of one of those angled ones , also not too fussed about its extractor abilities only after ok which I know seems odd as that's its main function. I would…
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Condensation in and on double glazing
2 months ago I had new windows fitted in kitchen and bathroom and a new back door with glazing that opens into the kitchen. Now the weather has got colder I've noticed condensation on the new windows and door and even when I wipe it off it soon recurs and I can see it glistening where the rubber seal meets the glass. It's…
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Shared chimney with neighbour
I share a chimney with my neighbours. Our houses are semi detached. They had a full new roof done some years ago. Since then I've been getting leaks into my front bedroom on the chimney breast. I don't know if it's because of their roof but over the years I've had repairs done on my side and they have stopped the leaks but…
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Freezer drawers
My Hotpoint freezer is in need of new drawers. It occured to me that the fronts clip off and there are some available online.My freezer has 3 different sizes, has anyone needed no drawers? Seems strange, the whole drawers are expensive, £30+Just hoping I can get the right size and they are an easy fit. This one is not the…
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Patio doors hinge adjustment to close gap
Hi All! Does anyone know how to adjust these patio door hinges? I believe they have 2 (possibly 3) adjustment points but I don't know which direction/angle they adjust. I really appreciate any advice and guidance that people can offer. I have a gap at the top that is worst where the doors join. The far side of the door…
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New Xmas toy - thermal imaging camera
Hi, I treated myself to a Topdon thermal imaging camera that attaches to my phone to help me locate cold spots. It’s a lot of fun! My front door area/hall is always freezing and I took this snapshot: Is this likely the causes of the lack of ability to heat this space? It’s a wooden door with a small single glazed window,…
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Single platform beds that leave no gap when pushed together?
Hello everyone, This is a bit of an odd request I guess but I'll give it a shot.I’m looking for two single wooden platform bed frames. Something like this which unfortunately is out of stock: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Zinus-Moiz-Single-Bed-frame/dp/B088X4X5WZ?ie=UTF8&th=1 The plan is to have the beds next to each other, so…
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Flat to pitched roof on porch
I need to change my flat porch roof to a pitched one - it’s leaking in plus would then match next door who have a pitched one. The porch is tiny, not useful at all except to have a sliding door before the front door, so would eventually like to extend it if possible to create some space in the entranceway (not sure this…
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House next door damaging mine
Has anyone been in a similar situation to me or have any words of wisdom. The house joining mine has had an ongoing leak from gutter / roof for nearly 2 years. The house is rented. Full of damp and mould inside. It never affected me personally or my house so have never raised this with anyone. The tenants have asked the…
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I need help interpreting this engineering plan
Hi, I want to hang a couple of shelves on the kitchen extention wall to hold the 50 inch tv (14kg) and some lightweight appliances, but I'm a bit confused about the places to drill. Knocking with a finger on the internal walls I can hear an alternation of full and hollow sounds, so I suspect that there's a wood frame…
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Air fryer heat
Hello Just wondering if this is enough space around the air fryer? All the manual says is "adequate space on all sides" Cheers
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