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  • over temperature protection

    What is an over-temperautre protection on an induction hob, how does it work and how can I tell if any given induction hob features this protection or not? What does this protection do?

    Asked by Adam on 10th Nov 2020
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    advice on how to identify what is causing a kitchen extractor fan isn't working

    My kitchen extractor fan isn't working properly even though it gives the appearance that it is functioning as normal. What might be the cause of this and how can I identify the specific cause?

    Asked by Adam on 18th Aug 2020
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    Tv mount on plasterboard

    I have a 55inch TV that I want to mount on to the wall. The wall is plaster board and there’s one wooden beam going straight down the centre. We want to put it on this wall as the rooms an awkward shape and there’s not really any other options. Would this be okay? We have the wall plugs that the mounts come with and some reinforced ones we brought. Will the wall hold the Tv? Or will it cause damage to the wall and risk it coming down

    Asked by Eleanor on 28th Jun 2023
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    best decking fitting over concrete foundation?

    is it best to lay decking over an existing concrete foundation?

    Asked by Gary on 19th May 2021
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    What's the minimum charge for a handyman?

    Do tradespeople ever charge less than an hour’s work or is an hour of labour basically the minimum by default?

    Asked by caroline on 24th Nov 2021
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    Title deeds?

    Could someone explain to me what title deeds are, what they mean for me and how I can find out more details on the subject?

    Asked by Abdul on 4th Nov 2020
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    Renewing the fence

    The boundary fence on my property is dividing my garden/drive from a very busy road (east Lancashire rd) who is responsible for the fence me or the council

    Asked by Susan on 6th May 2021
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    Garden Shed / Summerhouse cladding options

    Hi, Would you recommend / advise on the pro's and con's of removing current cladding and replacing it with corrugated steel (similar) sheets. Would this require additional frame inserts to hold the sheets in place - I am looking for a modernization of my current summerhouse/shed combo.

    Asked by Faye on 28th Feb 2025
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    Best material for fence?

    Hello, I want to fence off some space for my dog in the back garden but he jumps up at everything. I’m worried he will get splinters in his paws/snout from the wood. What would be the best material or type of wood to avoid him getting hurt?

    Asked by kashif on 20th May 2020
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    Double check valve

    Can you fit a double check valve to a shower hose to allow a longer hose?

    Asked by Andrew on 3rd May 2022
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