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Central heating air vents
We had our old gas boiler replaced a couple of weeks ago with a new open vent regular boiler. I was a bit surprised to find our Magnaclean filter choc a bloc with sludge less than a week after the system was supposed to have been power-flushed and a radiator not working. So we're having them back next week to have another…
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DIY - Pull out shelf for chopping?
There's currently space between the washing machine and the counter top of around 3.8cm. OH was asking if there was a possibility of fixing a shelf or wood chopping board with drawer runners like these https://www.screwfix.com/p/hafele-ball-bearing-drawer-runners-250mm/7855J?tc=PT2&gStoreCode=PT2&gQT=1 fixed to the sides.…
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shower unit issue can you advise if this wrong
Moved in to flat 1 year ago and when i moved had issue with shower unit which advised managing agent water leaking from pipe connected to shower took months to sort in end new unit installed but the same head i have uses since then and was advised by gp need to get power head for my back so ordered one and changed the head…
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Infrared panels on wooden summerhouse porch
Hi all, Long time lurker first time poster. I’ve also searched the boards for this but keep finding thinly disguised spam threads. If someone has asked a similar question before please point me in the right direction. I’m building a summerhouse from wood with an overhanging porch that spans the width of the front. To get…
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Why did my plumber install a Combi boiler, when I asked for a System Boiler?
Morning all! Sorry about the title - its a bit niche I expect but I would respect another view (or ten!) I agreed a new System boiler with my plumber who is experienced and gets decent reviews. This was to replace an older System boiler that had failed. His son, who works in the family business, fitted a Combi while I was…
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Changing cylinder lock on sliding patio door
I am trying to change the cylinder lock on our sliding door, but the cylinder is stuck. Is there another screw I need to remove, or can I just push it out with brute force? I managed to do our uPVC doors with no problem, so assumed it would be the same....just remove the screw holding the cylinder in place, and remove it.…
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Wren kitchens. Any good?
Anyone used Wren to supply and fit their kitchen? What was your experience of them?
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New Type of Loft Insulation?
Just had a phone call about new loft insulation as seemingly my current 300mm fibre glass insulation is causing dampness and I should get it replaced with a new wonder insulation that will not cause dampness and save me 20 % on my heating bills. However since this was probably a AI robocall, he sounded real but lacked…
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Disconnecting gas cooker
After some advice re gas cookerHaving the kitchen floor done, reputable floor company, screed first, the fitter whilst trying to remove the gas cooker told me he could not do it as the valve would not shut off. So he reconnected it and told me to get it checked. From experience before gas safety regulations my husband used…
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Building cellar stairs from bricks
Hello, Folks. I have a building question . . . Roughly how many bricks would it take to build a solid brick cellar staircase? This is a theoretical question, for something I'm writing. I won't actually be building the stairs, so I'm not actually worried about building regs, etc. Thanks.
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Single cold radiator in downstairs bathroom
I recently drained my central heating system (closed loop with a combi boiler) as I'd added some sludge remover (Sentinel X400) to the system. I then put water back in, bled all the radiators multiple times and put it back to around 1.3 bar pressure. However, my downstairs radiator in the bathroom is completely cold (cold…
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Waste Pipe Leaking
As you can see from the picture, I have a problem. We have a shared sewer drain thing with the neighbours next door & because of its poor design, it is constantly blocking. The first sign is usually a blocked toilet or tiny bits of tissue appearing on next doors drive. Out toilet is now blocked but this is the first time…
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Quote for creating new doorway
Hi, I have been quoted £820 for creating internal doorway. Its brick load bearing wall. Its just to create doorway with frame (no door) and patching plaster around the frame. (skilp is not included). (around west midlands) Does it sounds reasonable?
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Which Hive hubs can be reset for new owner?
Seems like Hive has changed their original policy. However, the instructions say to press the button on the back of the hub - I cannot see one.Does this only apply to more recent hub models?Thanks.
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Cleaning interior walls
The house I've moved into has cream anaglypta on the walls and it hasn't been cleaned or repainted for years - there are squares on the walls where pictures were taken down and all the bottom part is grubby because the previous occupants had a dog I don't mind the anaglypta, can't be bothered with removing it anyway so I…
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Drayton TRV4 Valves
I had 10 of these fitted in 2017 and now replace at least one each year (£19 Screwfix). The online reviews say it all - they're a quick easy replacement (initial satisfaction/relief) but after a couple of years the gland seal leaks, the plastic goes brittle and the valve snaps off. Contacted Drayton who say the valve seals…
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Burglars attempted to enter my house
Hi everyone, A couple of weeks ago, burglars broke our front door. We were laying in bed but not asleep yet. All the lights were off. As soon as they realized someone was at home, they ran away. They broke the inner part of the front door (I will try to attach a picture). We live in a rental house. The landlord has since…
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Washing machine renewal - insurance
We have certain devices covered by Domestic and General. The washing machine on its second visit for repairs of same fault. If said the machine cannot be repaired due its age and a new machine is offered as a replacement. Would we have the choice for like for like replacement through the repair insurance or is that left to…
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Stair treads
Has anyone tried to replace their house stairs, how did you make the tread or does anyone know of a reasonably priced company that makes ones to sit on top of the existing one? Thanks.
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New lead glazing bars are too shiny
We have just had two window units replaced and I have found after the job was done that the glazing bars are too shiny so they don't match the old ones. See picture. Are they likely to stay like this or will the shine wear off in a short time?
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