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  • Poured concrete foundations

    If my foundations are to be 2m deep, is it OK to use poured concrete? Or should I be looking at piling or reinforced concrete?

    Asked by caroline on 15th Feb 2023
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    single skin wall in extension

    I've just bought a property which I'm refurbing. It has a small extension which has been build and one of the 3 walls is a single skin wall. Is this allowed now? Do I need to rebuild it? How do I go about insulating it properly if not? Thanks in advance.

    Asked by Michael on 29th Oct 2020
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    Strip foundations

    What are strip foundations and when would these foundations be most commonly used for a brick structure?

    Asked by Charles on 1st Dec 2022
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    4m Small Extension

    We are doing a small extension (4m2) and wondered if you can guide us on depth of footings necessary for a single storey extension, with flat roof, on a concrete slab. There are two perpendicular walls to build as it joins the main house. And would you suggest an expansion strip at the wall joint or Key in to existing brickwork? Thankyou for your help.

    Asked by Tracy on 7th Jul 2021
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    How to hire for a self-build project

    Is it better to get multiple quotes or put out a tender for a self-build project?

    Asked by Beverley on 9th Sep 2022
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    HUG phase 2 funding

    What will HUG phase 2 funding helping with?

    Asked by MRS DAKIRI on 10th Nov 2022
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    Cheapest option for remodelling a sunroom tacked onto rear kitchen?

    Our house was extended at some point to add a sun room to the back of the house. The original rear window was left in the back wall to let in light to the kitchen. It doesn't look very pretty and the sun room feels tacked on. What's the cheapest way to remodel it and modernise it slightly? What would a builder suggest?

    Asked by Beverley on 12th Feb 2023
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    Durability of gravel and sand brick foundations

    How long do gravel and sand brick foundations tend to last?

    Asked by June on 30th Nov 2022
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    Garage Door Conversion

    I am looking at purchasing a property where the integral garage has been converted into a cinema room with a false wall behind the garage door. Is it possible to convert the garage door to a window and external wall so that the cinema room could then be used as a bedroom?

    Asked by Melanie on 30th Apr 2024
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    Power washing house before selling to increase kerb appeal

    How soon before putting my house on the market should I have it power washed to maximize its kerb appeal? I really want to wow potential buyers. Thanks!

    Asked by Beverley on 29th Nov 2022
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