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  • Damp proofing methods

    What are the different methods of damp proofing and which is the best for a Victorian brick built terraced house?

    Asked by Victoria on 18th May 2020
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    Carport fitting preperation

    How can you prepare the ground before having a carport fitted? If I do it myself will it mean less of a charge if hiring a contractor to install the actual carport? Or does it depend? What do you think should be the case usually? Thanks.

    Asked by Everson on 17th Mar 2021
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    Drying time for concrete floor screed

    How long does concrete floor screed take to fully dry? Can I speed the process up at all?

    Asked by Greg on 20th Jan 2023
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    Small retaining wall and paved path with steps

    Hi, We're in North Wales, Conwy County. We would like to build a small 4.8-5m long, block flat, retaining wall, the drop is 0.6m at the front of property There are utilities under the area where the path and wall would be (gas, electric and water). What would a project like this cost? Thank you

    Asked by Eric on 21st Jan 2026
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    Internal RSJ building work

    I am having an internal wall taken down and RSJ put in but i would like the RSJ to be flush to the ceiling. The builder has said he needs to cut the joist back and then will re-join with 300mm joist screwed to the orgional ones and then hand these on the RSJ, is this strong enough ? or should bolts and longer pieces of timber used.. if bolts how many per joist should be used.

    Asked by David on 2nd Sep 2019
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    Garage Conversion - Planning permission and building regulations

    I am wanting to do a DIY garage conversion. Our garage is detached and we want to convert into two bedroomed accommodation. Looking for advice on planning and building regulations.

    Asked by Martyn on 12th Dec 2023
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    What is the chimney breast removal building regs fee?

    How much would building regulations approval cost for removing a chimney breast?

    Asked by Jackie on 27th May 2022
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    Re opening a door from kitchen to garage

    Hi, we’re considering reopening a door that would’ve once been in our kitchen through to the garage area (possibly old cold store/pantry) in our late Victorian semi. Can we just remove the newer bricks or do we have to rebuild it? Also wanting to create a pantry in the opening so wondering best way to section off from the rest of the garage.

    Asked by Anne on 18th Sep 2024
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    Gatepost replacement

    Need a gatepost replaced. Blown over in a storm. Size needed 8" square 53" high above ground (+ whatever needs to go underground) To support the smaller of the two part farmgate. How much would it cost?

    Asked by Tarja on 25th May 2020
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    Building Inspection advice

    How can I go about requesting a building inspection? What is involved in this?

    Asked by Adam on 16th Feb 2022
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