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  • Kerb appeal vs value of my property

    What are the differences between kerb appeal and a property's value? And will steps taken to improve one necessarily improve the other?

    Asked by minesh on 20th Nov 2022
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    Eco-friendly render ideas

    What type of render is the most-eco-friendly option? Which options are the least environmentally friendly?

    Asked by Karen on 4th Feb 2021
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    Eligibility for the Social Housing Decarbonsation Fund

    Who is eligible for the next wave of the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund?

    Asked by Cheryl on 23rd Oct 2022
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    How to spend £2,000 on improving kerb appeal of house

    My husband and I want to improve the kerb appeal of our house before putting it on the market. We have a budget of £2,000. What would you recommend?

    Asked by Harry on 7th Dec 2022
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    Sistering floor joists for increased load capacity

    I would like to Sister floor joists on both sides to increase the load capacity of my upstairs floor The area is 5m x 3m that needs doing. How long would you expect this to take and what would be a rough estimate in cost? (Floor boards in tact and carpet would need to be re-laid on top.

    Asked by Sam on 11th Apr 2023
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    Insulate a party wall

    How best can a loft party wall be insulated? I’ve got a loft conversion and my neighbour doesn’t and in the winter the party wall in the loft gets a lot of condensation on it which result in mould growth so how best can I insulate the wall and eliminate mould growth and how thick should the insulation be. All advice is much appreciated. Thanks in advance.

    Asked by Ashish on 10th Feb 2025
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    Best gloves for ceiling artex removal

    What sort of gloves would be suitable if I’m performing work to remove artex from a ceiling? Where could I get these gloves? Thanks.

    Asked by Simon on 8th Mar 2021
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    Sinking First floor

    Who should I contact to fix a sinking first floor? The first-floor floor of my terraced house is sagging around 1 meter squared between the bedroom and the ensuite bathroom. Thanks in advance

    Asked by William on 15th Sep 2023
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    Permitted conservatory size

    How large can a conservatory be before planning permission is necessary? Does it vary for height, length, width or is it based on area alone?

    Asked by Patrick on 16th Feb 2021
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    Planning permission v Building regulations?

    Can you explain to me precisely what the difference is between planning permission and building regulations? Is one more expensive than the other?

    Asked by Akinfolayan on 16th Nov 2021
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