Quote for rendering front elevation
Plastering & Rendering
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We've received a quote for rendering the front elevation of our (detached) house of £2500. I wasn't expecting to pay that much so was wondering if that was on the high side or just average for rendering just 1 elevation
How much should it cost to freeze a pipe and put in stoptap?
Plumbing
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How much should it cost to freeze a pipe and put in stoptap?
Tilling or combe boiler, which first?
Tiling
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I want to remove a bath and install a shower and a combe boiler. Do I tile the bathroom first or do I fit the shower and boiler first?
Does timber need to be treated on wall plate?
Roofing
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Hi, I am having a wall plate bedded on mortar on top of a brick wall. I will likely use 4 x 3. Does the timber need to be treated? Also does it have to be C24 or is C16 adequate? NHBC guidance unfortunately does not really specify. Thanks Rick
Insulation around consumer unit
Electrical
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Our consumer unit is set back in the wall and was recently changed for a newer, smaller unit which has left a gaping hole in the wall/plasterboard around the new unit. How can I safely fill/insulate this hole to stop the draft that is now pouring in? Can provide pictures …
Mapei flexicolor ready mixed grout
Tiling
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Hi can mapei flexicolor ready mixed grout be used in a shower thanks
Does my Wylex NHRS6604 fusebox need replacing?
Electrical
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I have a Wylex NHRS6604 installed in 2004 I believe, and a electrician today said I need a new one after looking at it for 2 seconds after performing another job. Is he correct? I live in a 2nd floor flat but have had no issues with this fusebox up …
Should i be able to see the roofing felt and eaves tray?
Guttering, Fascias & Soffits
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I've just had new fascias and guttering installed and I've noticed the roofing felt and eaves tray is visible which I couldn't see before. The old guttering was a different type to the new guttering so I'm not sure if this makes a difference. Is the slope of the guttering …
Can I patch two pieces of short pile carpet together?
Carpets, Lino & Flooring
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Thank you in advance for your expert advice. My dog was sick on our landing carpet and a pro carpet cleaner was unable to remove the stains despite trying for over an hour. Luckily I have some spare carpet left over from when it was fitted last year that will …
Is it safe to paint over cracked asbestos Artex?
Painting & Decorating
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There a some cracks developing around Artex ceilings in the rooms of our house. I've had the Artex tested and it contains Chrysotile. Would it be safe to paint over these cracks? I tried in one room and a few bits fell off, is this exposure something to be concerned …