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  • Can you apply new silicone sealant over old bathroom sealant without removing it first?

    The old silicone sealant was an absolute pain to remove before we put in new stuff last time. Can I skip that step and just apply a new layer over the old so it looks a bit fresher? Or do I really need to rip out the old stuff first?

    Asked by jonathan on 17th Jan 2026
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    Miniature radio telescope

    Can a home satellite dish be converted into a miniature radio telescope? How complicated is this to achieve? Or would I need entirely separate equipment for this?

    Asked by Elly on 30th Oct 2020
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    Getting a nice finish on bathroom sealant

    Hi, Just wondering if anyone has any advice on how to get bathroom sealant looking nice? I was taught to do it with a wet finger but there must be a better way of doing it so that it looks better? Are there any tools out there for the job?

    Asked by Carherine on 31st Mar 2020
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    On average, what do ceramic tile floors cost?

    On average, how much can I expect ceramic tile floors to cost?

    Asked by asa on 12th Jan 2022
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    Advice for installing window in cavity wall

    What steps should be taken and what must be considered when installing a window into a cavity wall?

    Asked by Joyce on 20th Jan 2022
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    How to find a reputable handyman

    How can I be sure I'm hiring a reputable handyman and not just a cowboy? Is there a trade association I can check with?

    Asked by minesh on 26th Sep 2022
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    Loft conversion ridge beam

    I’ve currently got a loft conversion going on and my structural engineer has stated a ridge beam of 203x203x46 for a span of approx 5 meters but the builder has installed a ridge beam of 152x152x37. This has been queried with the structural engineer (waiting for reply) but I want to know from builders if this ridge beam is a common size

    Asked by Ashish on 24th Mar 2025
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    What voltage is dangerous?

    What voltage is dangerous or/and deadly? How can I safely tell what voltage an appliance or other electrical item has? Is this something I can even do myself?

    Asked by Simon on 19th Oct 2021
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    How do i find my electrical safety certificate online

    I've lost the original somewhere. Is it online or will the electrician who did it have a copy? Can't get in touch to ask him about it right now

    Asked by Sarath on 31st Jan 2026
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    Subsidence issues

    I am a single working mum of 4 children living in a private rented property. I have informed my landlord on many occasions and I with no other options had to call out environmental health. After 2 visits to the property, they said it was a danger, then after them meeting the landlord, I have been ignored. Since last year I've had cracks appear inside and outside of my flat above a shop which I measure daily and are quite deep and wide enough to get my fingers in. There are also gaps in the stairs and between floors, skirting boards and windows etc. Now door frames are coming away from walls and snapping. Is there a way I can get a free structural report? I am afraid, I'm living here with 4 children and it's dangerous but not able to afford to get help off my own back.

    Asked by Donna on 21st Oct 2019
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