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  • Fire safety in loft conversions

    Apart from adequate stairs and openable windows, what other fire safety features does a loft conversion need to meet building regs? Are there any extra features that aren't legally required but are good to have?

    Asked by Cheryl on 22nd Jan 2023
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    Servicing an Amptec C900 flow boiler - yes or no?

    I have a Heatrae Sadia Amptec C900 electric flow boiler and I want to know is this something I should get serviced every year? Are there any potential hazards if I don't get it serviced, and what are the benefits of getting it serviced, and what would be a ballpark service fee?

    Asked by Max on 22nd Oct 2024
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    Is it illegal to put spikes on top of my fence?

    Can I get into trouble for putting spikes on top of our garden fence? We're plagued by cats and squirrels and would like to deter if not stop them.

    Asked by Karen on 15th Jun 2023
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    Oak floor raised after flood

    Oak floor slats have bowed after a small flood and need to be levelled off ay idea please?

    Asked by Frances on 12th Apr 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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    Laminate flooring expansion gaps

    Does laminate flooring need expansion gaps, even if it's not made from wood?

    Asked by Tushar on 21st Mar 2023
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    Any possible way a fifteen year old could be hired

    My highschool sent me to college just before lockdown and I completed my level one in bricklaying, I have the certificate from the college to prove it. I was wondering if anybody knows if I could be hired now or would I have to wait until I’m sixteen?

    Asked by James on 17th Mar 2021
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    Fit a wash basin

    How can I install a wash basin where no pipework is showing. What can I do to achieve this? Should I contact a plumber? Does it cost much? How long might it take?

    Asked by MRS DAKIRI on 28th Oct 2020
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    How can I fill holes before tiling?

    How do I go about filling holes in a surface before tiling over? What can be used and does it depend on the surface type and the material it’s made from?

    Asked by Robert on 7th Jan 2022
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    How secure are deadbolt locks?

    Hi, I’m thinking of having a new lock installed on a door in my property. I’d like to know how secure deadbolt locks are? Thanks.

    Asked by Cheryl on 3rd May 2022
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