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  • Conservatory conversion

    We have a 3.5m x 3.5m conservatory on the back of our house, that is useless in both the summer & winter months. The footings are 600mm deep, with a double skin dwarf wall of 12 courses of brick (block inner skin). My question is, can I remove the conservatory frame, glass and poly carb roof etc, and build an insulated timber frame, clad in hardiplank (or similar), with a tiled roof. It would have one big window on the front, and French doors in the same location as they are now. The internal doors into the house are external grade uPVC French doors. We just want a space that can be used more of the year than the useless conservatory can at the moment!!

    Asked by Dan on 2nd Nov 2020
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    Using a boiler guarantee

    What is involved in using a boiler guarantee if it’s worn down before its time? 

    Asked by Harry on 27th Oct 2021
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    Removing a tree in stages

    Should a large tree near a house be felled in stages to avoid subsidence? If so, what sort of timescale am I looking at?

    Asked by Karen on 6th Mar 2023
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    Wiring for my new built in oven via a 13amp fused spur

    What size cable can I run my built in single oven to a 13 amp fused spur as it reccomends.

    Asked by Trevor on 2nd Aug 2023
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    Replacing floorboards with boards

    Is it OK to replace floorboards with chipboard? I think they'll be easier to lay but is there any reason I shouldn't do this?

    Asked by Kamil on 8th Feb 2023
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    Kitchen floor joists to check

    Is it possible to find someone to check and if necessary to repair the joists in kitchen to see if they are sound..

    Asked by Carol on 5th Jul 2024
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    Install an integrated dishwasher where there is none at present

    I have decided to install a dishwasher. This would be a brand-new installation, a dishwasher does not currently exist in the kitchen at present. So in one of the units to the one side of the sink, this is where the new dishwasher would go and I’m hoping that an integrated dishwasher, possibly slimline, can go into this space. My concerns are: How can this be undertaken and coordinated, considering that there is plumbing work, electricity considerations, and I’m hoping that I can use the same existing kitchen cabinet door as a cover for it, as I believe it would be difficult to find this exact covering in the market. How can this project come to fruition from a logistical standpoint? I’m finding it really frustrating as most white gold suppliers and other kitchen installation businesses, only include the installation itself, but not installation from scratch like in this case. Would very much appreciate your advice. Ana

    Asked by Ana on 14th May 2025
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    recommendations on improving security of a shed containing tools

    I am a professional who keeps important tools in my garden shed. I am worried about a possible break-in. How can I improve the security of my shed?

    Asked by Abdul on 19th Aug 2020
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    Conservatory construction duration

    How long might it take to have a 20-25 square metre conservatory constructed?

    Asked by Simon on 19th Mar 2021
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    Chimney breast removal

    What permissions and documents do I need for a Chimney breast removal in a first floor bedroom? The chimney breast is on a shared wall of a 1930s semi-detached house. The downstairs living room chimney breast has already been removed - should there be a certificate for how structurally sound this removal was when it was removed? (We are buying this house)

    Asked by Manisha on 25th Mar 2021
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