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  • Signs of dry rot

    I've been told that our floorboards have dry rot, although I'm not convinced. What are the signs of dry rot?

    Asked by Simon on 19th Mar 2023
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    Our electric shower has low pressure whenever it is hot

    When the temperature’s turned up, the water flow drops right down and the shower feels weak, but if we turn it cooler the pressure suddenly improves. This is a fresh fitting and I'm thinking it might be indicative of a fault?

    Asked by Elly on 1st Mar 2026
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    Has anyone added a second storey to their extension

    Roughly, how much would building a second floor on top of an existing extension cost? It's about 4 metres by 6 metres

    Asked by Jenny on 31st Aug 2025
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    What is a tree preservation order?

    What is a tree preservation order? What is a tree preservation order? What is a tree preservation order?

    Asked by Carherine on 21st Apr 2022
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    What is cobblelock?

    Hi, in the context of driveway paving, what is cobbelock?

    Asked by June on 30th May 2022
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    Steel fixer

    Are steel fixers easy to come by in the UK or would I be best off just hiring a builder or general contractor?

    Asked by angie on 21st Jul 2022
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    Roof insulation boards

    What's the best type of roof insulation boards to use? Is thicker always better?

    Asked by Pete on 16th Sep 2022
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    Crumbling bricks

    The brick faces on the front wall of my house are crumbling. Can they be repaired or do they need replacing?

    Asked by Patrick on 7th Oct 2022
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    Wall paint colours for renovation

    What are some of the best wall paint colours for renovating a kitchen?

    Asked by Simon on 22nd Oct 2022
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    How long can tin of paint be left open?

    How long can I leave a half opened tin of gloss paint before it dries up?

    Asked by Julie on 10th Dec 2022
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