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  • Width of foundation

    Roughly how wide should my foundation be the wall will be a course of brick backed up by a block

    Asked by Terry on 11th May 2021
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    Chimney planning permission

    Do you need planning approval to make a chimney taller?

    Asked by Pete on 7th Jul 2021
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    how to do a polished concrete floor properly?

    I'm looking for tips to make sure our installation of a polished concrete floor in the kitchen goes well. What are the main dos and don'ts?

    Asked by Mo on 17th May 2023
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    Rising damp now possibly structual, foundation problem

    I have soil/mud appearing at the brick work which runs along side of my living room wall on outside. Inside my wall has cracked always along where skirting board is and has pulled away from wall also flooring looks as though it has dropped with gapping . I do have rising damp , is this now structural? Thankyou

    Asked by Siobhan on 3rd Apr 2024
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    I think the bath is leaking through ceiling

    Just noticed water marks downstairs under the bathroom. Pretty sure it’s coming from the bath. How serious is this and who do I call first?

    Asked by Christian on 10th Aug 2025
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    buying a lawn rotavator online with home delivery

    I would like to purchase a lawn rotavator online. What are the ideal online stores/websites I should use to find the best lawn rotavators with home delivery?

    Asked by Patrick on 23rd Aug 2020
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    Cleaning service while on holiday

    Hi there, I’m wondering whether cleaning services can clean while I’m away? Between work and collecting and dropping the kids to school, it’s very hard to arrange a time for a cleaner to come by that would suit. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

    Asked by Sharon on 26th Oct 2021
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    Durability of plywood kitchens

    How durable are plywood kitchens?

    Asked by Sharon on 18th Mar 2023
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    Loft issue imporperly installed sarking felt

    Had a homebuyers survey and this was urgent Part of the roof void has been covered with what appears to be a non-breathable sarking felt. This has been improperly installed over the top of the timber battens, allowing and moisture caught by the felt to penetrate the timber causing rot. Is this a big issue and what is the potential cost. 3 bed house

    Asked by Celyth on 15th May 2024
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    Where's cheapest to buy wood?

    Where's generally cheapest to buy wood when you don't have a trade account: a timber yard or DIY store? And is there any difference in quality?

    Asked by Beverley on 8th Feb 2023
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