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  • Slow draining sink and washing machine waste backing up

    I own the top floor flat of a 3 story building. In May, my tenant noticed that the kitchen sink was draining slowly so after a lot of trying with drain unblocker, I got a plumber out who chucked stronger stuff down there which seemed to do the job. A few weeks ago, the problem came back as well as the washing machine waste backing up and leaking all over the floor. Someone came out who found a block in my pipework and cleared it out and the sink was draining fine, until she used her washing machine which seemed to block it all up again. Next I had a drainage company out who suggested it could be a blockage or build up in the stack pipe. They put a camera up the pipe and couldn’t see any blockage, but they couldn’t get right to the top. They also played around with the pipes and noticed that as soon as you loosened the joints, water drained away easily. So, they recommended an air admittance valve was installed. So a plumber did that and STILL no luck.

    Asked by Jo on 19th Sep 2024
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    Should I get an electric door lock?

    Hi there! Should I have an electric door lock installed? What are the pros and cons? Will the door remain unopenable during a power outage or what would happen during this scenario? Thanks :)

    Asked by Carherine on 17th Nov 2021
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    Do I need grout sealant?

    My bathroom is getting tiled with stone tiles and I'm just wondering if I need to apply grout sealant anywhere? It is waterproof grout but i'm just wondering if i should still use any sealant anywhere. How is best to apply it? Regards

    Asked by Adam on 26th Mar 2020
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    Pvc doorwont close or lock

    My back door will not close at all. I don't know how to adjust hinges

    Asked by Sue on 5th Jul 2022
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    Filling hole in brickwork

    After removing an old plastic pipe from the wall we now have a hole that's 6 or 7cm wide in the brickwork. What's best to fill this with?

    Asked by duncan on 23rd Nov 2022
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    Stair runner vs carpet

    Will a stair runner make my stairs look wider or narrower compared to carpeting?

    Asked by Kelly on 12th Jan 2023
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    How do i remove cork floor tiles and adhesive?

    I just bought a house and it has cork floor tiles glued down onto the flooring. I've tried scraping them up but they just break into pieces. Is there an easier way to do it? I was advised to use a heat gun but I'm worried the tiles might catch on fire. How much could i expect to pay to hire someone to remove the tiles for me? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

    Asked by khalid on 26th Mar 2020
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    Hairline cracks in artex

    I have 2 hairline cracks running across my living room ceiling and have joined at one bit creating an L shape. I’ve filled the cracks but will my ceiling cave it ?

    Asked by Stacie on 22nd Jan 2021
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    What is a smart video doorbell?

    What is a smart video doorbell? Is it worth getting one and how much do they tend to cost?

    Asked by Michael on 17th Feb 2022
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    Questions to ask during loft conversion assessment

    What's the most important questions to ask when a specialist is assessing your loft for conversion?

    Asked by jonathan on 11th Nov 2022
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