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  • Who deals with planning permission and building regs?

    If I were to hire a tree surgery company, would they deal with my local planning authority for me when it comes to planning permission? What about the building regs?

    Asked by Jackie on 18th Aug 2022
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    Tiling a splashback

    Does it matter how many rows of tiles I use for my kitchen splashback? I'm thinking of three or four rows of metro tiles. Is this enough?

    Asked by Michael on 27th Sep 2022
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    Membrane for under gravel driveway

    What's the best and most durable membrane for use under a gravel drive?

    Asked by Christian on 9th Nov 2022
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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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    Chimney brest removing or cut out

    Is it possible to cut into a large chimney brest to insert a large range cooker without removing it all

    Asked by Donna on 25th Jun 2024
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    What’s the best material for a flat roof in the UK?

    Anyone had good (or bad) experiences with GRP, EPDM or torch-on felt?

    Asked by Jenny on 1st Sep 2025
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