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  • lintel replacement

    How much to replace concrete lintel over door from a hallway to the kitchen?

    Asked by Graeme on 14th Oct 2019
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    Small hairline cracks in bricks

    We’ve got a couple of hairline cracks running through the mortar and a few bricks. Is that something to keep an eye on or totally normal on older houses?

    Asked by Jackie on 3rd Sep 2025
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    How close can I build to my neighbours boundary

    I'm thinking about extending out a little to the side of my house, but I'm a bit unclear on how far we can get to the boundary (where the fence is). Is the main thing that it can't extend beyond the ground floor and that the drainage needs to remain on our side?

    Asked by Monika Lydia on 22nd Oct 2025
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    Measure boiler for extension

    How can I measure whether my boiler will be able to handle a house extension design?

    Asked by Robert on 3rd Nov 2020
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    Move living room door

    Can anyone give advice? The lounge door is currently in a really awkward place. It would make much more sense to be further along the same wall (2 metres over) so we can fit a corner sofa in the spot opposite the tv. We would want the old door patched up as well. What sort of cost would we have to pay?

    Asked by Abigail on 18th Jul 2024
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    Design of a workshop garage?

    What sort of design would a workshop garage likely have?

    Asked by Lou on 15th Nov 2022
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    How to clean dust after renovation?

    What's the best way to contain dust inside the house while you're renovating? Is there something better than dust sheets over doorways? What's the best way to clean it up afterwards?

    Asked by Nan on 16th May 2023
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    Stud wall noggins fitting

    What steps are involved in fitting the noggins of a stud wall? Does it vary between fitting them for a metal stud wall and a wooden stud wall? 

    Asked by Luke on 17th Feb 2021
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    DIYer building a garage

    Can a DIYer ever build a garage? Or are there parts that will always require the help of professionals?

    Asked by Michael on 18th Oct 2022
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    remove pantry walls help

    how can i tell if my pantry walls support the stairs that are above them? How can I tell if its a load bearing wall?

    Asked by Steve on 19th May 2021
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