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  • Draining radiators on a communal heating system

    Hi all, I have a small plumbing job to do for which I need to drain the radiators in my property. There are only two radiators, that are fed by a communal boiler, and pass through an immersion heater. I have already identified the isolation valves for the primary flow and the return to my property. I don't have access to the communal boiler, or the specifications for it, and the building manager hasn't responded to my e-mails in months. What I need to know is, how do I isolate my radiator system from the communal boiler in order to drain the radiators and work on the pipes, and then safely open the flow again once the work is done? I have no pressure gauge in my property, is pressure something I need to worry about? Or is it as simple as turning off the flow and return to my property, draining the radiators, doing the work, and then turning them on again and bleeding the radiators until they refill? I'd be very grateful to anyone that can help with this query.

    Asked by Phil on 6th Apr 2021
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    Remove small load-bearing wall

    Ho much to remove a small (1-2m) internal wall which is load bearing? The wall would need to be replaced by a beam on the ceiling

    Asked by Lorenzo on 23rd Jan 2024
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    How to lift or remove existing loose floor tiles?

    I have had some tiles fitted recently which have not been fitted correctly which do not seem to have enough adhesive used. They are quite loose in some areas when they have any weight on them & can be quite wobbly in some cases. I want to lift off the tiles so they can be refitted with more adhesive. Is there any simple way for me to lift off the tiles without causing any damage to the tiles themselves and the floors beneath? Is there any tools that could be used for this specific purpose?

    Asked by Jenny on 12th Aug 2019
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    Best New front door advice

    Hi I'm looking for some advice on the best front door to buy. It needs to be robust and hardwearing on the outer side. What brands should I be looking out for? Is it worth buying the door separately and hiring an installer or should I get 1 company to do it all? The old door is composite, is this the stongest and most hardwearing option or should i go with something else? Thanks in advance.

    Asked by asa on 27th Mar 2020
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    Bathroom sealing

    Looking for rough ideas on price to remove old sealant and reseal on the bath and bathroom sink, also to replace bath panel

    Asked by Leigh on 29th Jul 2020
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    how to combine decor trends

    What are the best ways to combine decor trends? How can it be done in a smart and effectual way?

    Asked by Jenny on 4th Dec 2020
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    V4 Foundry Steel Parquet floor

    Hi I'm looking for one box of the above to do a repair on my hallway floor - the code is ZB105 - V4 have discontinued it but I'm hoping that a flooring specialist might have a spare box somewhere....

    Asked by Louise on 16th Oct 2024
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    Treating cloudy bathroom tiles

    Why is there a milky or cloudy surface on my bathroom tiles? How should i treat this? How can it be fixed? How can I stop it happening again? Thanks

    Asked by Mo on 10th Mar 2021
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    Do handymen have their own ladders?

    Will most handymen bring their own step ladder with them?

    Asked by Kelly on 18th Nov 2021
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    How much do Corian worktops tend to cost per square metre?

    How much do Corian worktops tend to cost per square metre?

    Asked by carole on 10th Jan 2022
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