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  • Clearing up building mess

    Who's responsible for cleaning up the mess after building work is completed? My builder has left a mess and says it's not his job to clear it. Is this true?

    Asked by Kelly on 11th Sep 2022
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    RSJ and wall removal cost

    Hi, How much (approximately) would it cost to install an RSJ to an external load bearing wall between a dining room and extension in order to open the dining room into the kitchen? This is to make an L shaped kitchen diner. This job would involve the removal of a wall below the RSJ, approximately 7ft x 6ft.

    Asked by Jacqueline on 3rd Dec 2019
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    Is building control needed for an unvented hot water shortage system?

    Will I need building control approval to have an unvented hot water shortage system installed? In what cases would this apply and in what cases might it not? Thanks.

    Asked by duncan on 2nd Feb 2022
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    cost of a 15 square metre garage being fitted to a semi-detached house

    How much will it cost to have a 15 square metre garage fitted to my semi-detached house in Oxford? What do extension builders charge per hour in my area? What will the supply and labour costs for this job likely come to? Also, what sort of time frame might this job take altogether?

    Asked by Greg on 17th Aug 2020
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    Mortar For Patio

    I am just about to lay a patio and have been sent Grit/Concrete Sand instead of Sharp Sand. Can this be used to create a Mortar mix or do I need to add additional softer sand?

    Asked by Michael on 30th May 2020
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    How much to remove and make good a fireplace

    I would like an idea of price to remove a decorative fireplace and make good the wall to potentially mount a tv in place

    Asked by Marc on 24th Oct 2023
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    Wet garage - identifying source(s) of water

    Hi, We have bought a house with a single garage with an asbestos roof that has holes in it and needs replacing. We are trying to decide on our best options as, ideally, we want to end up with a secure, dry and insulated space that can be sectioned off so we have an office/garden room at the back and plenty of storage space for furniture, gardening equipment etc at the front. What we cannot determine is whether the wetness within the garage is purely down to a leaky roof or whether there is also water coming up through the concrete floor. The garden is prone to flooding in certain sections, including behind the back corner of the garage. Is a builder the right trade to get in to look at this for us? We are conscious that anyone that comes out is likely looking to do the work but at this stage we are just looking for an honest appraisal so we can consider our options. Cheers.

    Asked by Jay on 18th Mar 2024
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    Resolving water ingress through low underfloor air vents.

    How do I make a gully type feature to prevent water entering my very low underfloor air vents? The builder suggested digging a trench, placing a brick fort around the two vents, then filling the trench with pebbles or dirt. He mentioned a membrane, only I can't remember which type. Please can you advise as water currently goes under the floor through the air vents. (Old Edwardian property). Thanks so much.

    Asked by Dee on 7th Jul 2022
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    How much to replace a flat roof

    How much would we be looking at to replace a flat roof over garden room with A) replacement flat roof B) pitched room with sky lights Room 2.84 x 2.72 m

    Asked by Sarah on 31st May 2023
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    Window in porch to be removed

    We have a porch which has 2 windows alongside it.. Is it possible to remove/take one out and bricklayer/plaster it so I can make a tiny mud room space on that side instead and put some coat hangers? Our porch is really narrow tho. Thank you

    Asked by Vera on 30th Mar 2021
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