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Building a box round boiler in spare room
How much would it roughly cost for box to be built round a boiler in spare room to cover boiler and pipes ? Thanks
Foundation measurements and material required
Hi, I am looking at doing a side and back extension. Side extension would be a double storey while back would be a single storey. I need advise on how deep and wide should the foundation trench be, do i fill the trench to the top with concrete, if there are different types of concrete what type should i use, and do i need to place a steel mesh into the trench? My neighbour is also planning to do the side extension so can we dig a single trench between us and use that as foundation for both side walls? His house is on a slightly higher ground (10-20cm). Is it wise to have a gap between neighbours side wall and my side wall (we thought 10cm on each side of the boundary line hence leaving a 20cm gap) or is it better to build walls as close as possible? Your advise will be very much appreciated. Thank you in advance for your help. Kind regards
How much can I extend my house without planning permission?
I’ve heard some extensions don’t need planning permission, but I’m confused about how much you’re actually allowed to build. What are the usual limits, and when does planning become unavoidable?
price to install patio doors
Guideline to how much it would cost to fit patio doors to external wall. There will need a window removing as well as some bricks and patio doors fitted
When should I hire an architect?
Is it advisable to hire an architect before hiring a plan designer? Does it depend on the project? And if so, under what circumstances should I hire an architect first and vice versa. Thank you for your time.
Bifold door installation
Hi, I’m looking at having bifold doors installed on the patio and have a price fir supply only but would like a price for installation please
linel instalation
I have taken out an extractor fan and now have a hole bth sides f the wall. Old house, narrow cavity between the two walls. Hole is above a window. Do I insert a lintel?
How to check a leak from my chimney?
I am concerned about a possible leak from my chimney. The water seems to be leaking through the ceiling of the upstairs walls but it is not far from the point that the chimney flue passes by. Without actually getting up onto the roof, is there any other way I can check whats causing it?
Loft conversion ridge beam
I’ve currently got a loft conversion going on and my structural engineer has stated a ridge beam of 203x203x46 for a span of approx 5 meters but the builder has installed a ridge beam of 152x152x37. This has been queried with the structural engineer (waiting for reply) but I want to know from builders if this ridge beam is a common size
Concrete Stamping
Looking at either paving slabs or concrete stamping, but unsure of what is best cost wise regarding labour and what trade does concrete stamping? The patio will go over an exsisting path and looking at a wood effect patio. Any advice please as on limited budget.
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