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Insect infestation
Ok, maybe infestation is a little strong but I've been encountering a lot of these small, beetle type insects in the house, mainly in the kitchen but also other rooms facing the back of the house where I've had windows open. Not sure what they are, probably around 2-3mm in length, nearest I could get off Google was a Hide…
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Recommendations on Pressure reducing valve..
I have a habit of getting stuck with a decision when there are too many choices and I find myself stuck now, confused as to the best PRV to buy. I need to reduce my mains pressure from 7.4bar down to about 3. I need one that is 'drop tight' / controls static and dynamic flow I believe for the purpose I need it for (though…
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Builder problems - failed buildings control inspection
TLDR: We spent £65k for the first stages of a £400-500k extension and renovation project on a builder I will call Paul. However the buildings inspector says that most of his work does not meet the required standards and will need to be taken down and redone. I’m worried that he has also breached the rules on my home…
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Removing permanent marker from keyboard keys.
HP Pavilion 14-ce3501na. Previous owner had poor eyesight, so used permanent marker to add graphics. How to remove?! I have tried 'sticker remover' as I had some - it didn't touch it. The only other solvent I have current access to is white spirits (oh, and petrol. And whisky - worth a shot?), which I am happy to try as I…
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Guild multi tool
Does anyone know which replacement blades are compatible with this item? I can't find Guild blades anywhere. It's to cut metal (an old rusted iron panel) so will need something heavy duty.
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is this cause for concern?
My elderly parents just completed on their forever home 2 days ago, they had a level 2 survey done and it did not throw up anything on that. but apon moving them in I have noticed some cracks has been filled. Its a 1950s bungalow that had a full length conservatory added about 20 years ago. The crack above the patio door…
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Outdoor camara, similar to ring.
Hav bought an external camera powered by solar cell, trying to avpid an app with a monthly fee. Is there a (good) one available?
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Ongoing subsidence issue
Hi Any advice would be much appreciated. 9 years ago we had subsidence on the extension of our house. We had injection by GeoBear but this did not work and the house has been monitored since 2023 and is still moving. We have a large oak tree at the end of our front garden and the insurance company now want to apply to…
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Dishwasher handle installation
The new kitchen is almost installed, but I have a question about the built-in Neff dishwasher. There’s a noticeable gap between the door and the front panel, which seems to be caused by the handle choice. What is the correct way to install this type of handle so that it sits properly without leaving a gap? Also, during…
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Boiler showing heat demand; could a leak in the pipes cause this?
Vaillant Ecotec Sustain boiler; half a year ago had its heat exchanger replaced by British Gas cover. Last 2 weeks I see the boiler firing up to heat water as if the taps are running, and then switching off after 10 seconds, and then coming back on after a minute for another 10 seconds etc. Had BG come and check it, the…
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Which small chest freezer
We are looking for a small chest freezer (it must be around 55cmW * 50cmL) Fridgemaster MCF96E 95L - £110 Beko CF4098W - £179F Any others to consider ? What should we be looking for - fast freeze, frost free ?, baskets, etc etc They all appear to be 4 star freezing ?
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'Care' Shower with double outlet
Looking for advice from any plumbers / shower experts. We are installing a wet room for our disabled daughter and have received some funds via DFG. They have a set of guidelines for the specification of some of the wet room equipment. The shower specification is: Shower: new shower should be BEAB-care approved…
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Drill won't change speed.
I have what is essentially a brand new Bosch drill which is stuck on speed one. The speed selector switch moves freely and feels normal however the speed doesn't change. Can someone suggest what this issue may be and can I get spare parts for it? Tia
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15 months later after work done...
Hi. New on here 👋. We had a big project in our home. It is the first time we have done any major changes so not sure what I should expect over time. I understand that there is movement in a house overtime 1. Cracking and crumbling in bathroom grout in one place (everywhere else is fine). Bit surprised by this. 2. Gaps,…
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Damp in boiler cupboard
We've lived here just over a year and never had damp until this turned up in the boiler cupboard. The kitchen wall is on ine side and the chimney breast on the other. We had the chimney removed before christmas - could that be causing the damp?
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How to fix this?
The handle has come away from my trusty sharpening steel as can been seen below. It's from a decent Henckels knife set and I've had for years and was hoping for some advice as to the type of adhesive to use to fix it back on. Any ideas?
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Fence Ownership (yes I know It's a tricky one)
My neighbour is demanding I replace the dilapidated fence between our properties (on our right hand side). When we moved in, she told us that our house was built on land that was originally part of her property (she didn't own it at that stage) and that there was a neighbours agreement that the fence would be maintained by…
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Electric pole lease removal-one off pay out
I was wondering if anyone has any exposure to this or. Knowledge? Not sure if I am posting in the correct board, so please also shout if this is the case. We have 2 electricity poles on our garden/land. We have heard that rather than receiving a nominal amount every 3 years you can ask for a one off payment where you hand…
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Water Ingress?
Hey everyone, Went to see my Mum (and Dad) yesterday (as I'm sure millions of others did too!) and she asked me to have a look at a couple of walls in her house with marks on. It was worse than I had thought, so I did some investigation myself, and asked Gemini. I'm just hoping to get some actual real human input and…
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Neighbour refusing to pay for damp repair
Hi everyone! I hope this post is in the right category. Just over a year ago, my mum sold the family home and bought a flat. I (a disabled adult) now live here and she lives here too, but often stays with her partner. The whole flat was treated for damp and decorated. There is a dehumidifier machine on all the time,…
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