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Cracked bricks
There are a couple of cracked bricks on the side wall of my home. They're not connected in one line, so I don't think it's due to movement. What could be the cause?
Timber frame kits for extensions
We're thinking of using a timber frame kit for our extension and leaving some of the wood exposed inside. However, I'm worried about fire safety as it'll house part of our kitchen. Are there any building regs etc to be aware of or things we should do to make it fire safe?
Bath tub cover panel
Good day, our bathroom flooring will be replaced and I noticed that the bath tub side panel is getting loose, don't think it needs replacing but how much to get it fixed please? Thank you in advance
Painting a deck with fence paint
I have painted my decking with fence paint which I know is wrong can I put decking oil on top of it to preserve it?
Exposing a brick wall
We want to expose a brick wall in our home for a rustic feel. Will it need sealing? And will it make the room less thermally efficient?
Tips for hiring a good tradesman
Had a couple of quite bad experiences with tradesmen and want to do a better job of vetting before hiring. What actually separates reliable traders from the ones to avoid?
Advice on choosing a plot of land to build on
We're looking for a plot to build our home on. Aside from planning obstacles, what should we be looking out for in terms of suitability for building?
Is home insurance essential?
Is it essential to get homeowner insurance before having a new house constructed? If not, when would it be necessary and also when would it be strongly recommended (if it’s not legally required)?
Has anyone added a second storey to their extension
Roughly, how much would building a second floor on top of an existing extension cost? It's about 4 metres by 6 metres
How do you tell if a wall is load bearing
We want to remove a wall between the kitchen and dining room but aren't sure if it's structural. How can you tell. Will a builder usually charge to assess this?
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