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  • two storey extension

    I have a 3 x 4 m conservatory with three full brick walls and a dwarf wall across the front (3m). My house is built on a raft, is it possible to add a raft to current building and then convert it too a a two storey to match the back of the house.

    Asked by Joanne on 30th Mar 2022
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    Planning Permission

    Would i need planning permission if i am using existing space to create a 2nd bedroom

    Asked by Christopher on 14th Jul 2021
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    Best time of year to start an extension

    When's the best time of year to start a major two-storey extension?

    Asked by Kelly on 18th Mar 2023
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    No lintels above upstairs windows.

    Hello, we have a house built in the late 1960's and have no lintels above our upstairs uPVC windows. This was noted by a surveyor we had before we planned to fit new windows. A builder who came to see us wants to put the lintels in from the inside. Is this normal practice? Many thanks for any advice.

    Asked by Mark on 28th Nov 2023
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    Wired or radio link smoke detectors

    I’m having a loft conversion done and to comply with building control you have either replace all the internal doors to fire doors or have a smoke detector in each room. I’m thinking of going with the smoke detectors in each room. My question is what’s the difference between the hardwired detectors and the radio link ones and also which one can I tap the wire into the existing light fixture and run trunking to the smoke detector.

    Asked by Ashish on 30th Jan 2025
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    Who organises contractors?

    Does the builder or homeowner usually organise for plumbers and electricians on an extension project?

    Asked by Abdul on 30th Sep 2022
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    Outdoor bbq all cracked and crumbling inside

    Have an outdoor bbq that was already installed in garden, don't think heatproof material was used on the inside as its all cracked and crumbling inside, not sure what i need to repair the inside, heatproof cement or mortar?

    Asked by Jason on 10th Mar 2023
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    Who can remove spray foam loft insulation

    I want to have spray foam roof insulation removed. Dozens of companies can install it, but who do I approach for information about its removal?

    Asked by Jay on 19th Apr 2021
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    Minimum space for double garage

    How much space should a double garage have at a bare minimum?

    Asked by Sarath on 31st Oct 2022
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    Increasing head height in upstairs rooms

    The upstairs rooms in our cottage have very low ceilings. I'm wondering whether it's possible to remove them and use the loft space as the extra height. Before I engage a local builder to advise me, is this something that can be done in general?

    Asked by Kamil on 4th Dec 2022
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