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  • Finding serviced building plots

    What's the best way to find a serviced building plot in the UK?

    Asked by Lou on 19th Mar 2023
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    Steel beam for loft conversion

    I’m in the process of getting a loft conversion and the structural engineer has sent me the drawings and the steel beam size that he has proposed to be used is 203 x 203 x 46 kg/m UB. Is this a common size or not, cause I’ve looked online for a steel beam of this size and I’m being told this size comes as a column not a beam. Just want some clarification on this.

    Asked by Ashish on 2nd Jan 2025
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    Best treatment to remove carpet stains

    I’m finding it difficult to remove a coffee stain from the carpet on the upstairs landing. What solution or treatment could I use to get rid of it?

    Asked by Lou on 19th Oct 2020
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    Gurgling or whistling boiler

    What causes gurgling or whistling noises in a boiler? Is this the sign of a significant problem? How can I fix this? Is it unsafe to work on this DIY? Thanks for your time.  

    Asked by Luke on 1st Mar 2021
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    Tips for paving a driveway

    When it comes to getting a driveway paved, what are the positives and negatives of exposed aggregate? When should it be used and when should it be avoided? Is it a particularly expensive option? I am considering my options for a getting my driveway extended so I’d like to try gather as much information as I can before making a decision.

    Asked by Joyce on 13th May 2021
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    suggestions on how reuse carpets after having them removed and any risks

    Are there any interesting and helpful DIY ideas as to what I can do with old carpet? I’m having my carpet in the living room replaced with hardwood flooring but it would feel like a waste to just have the carpet thrown away. Any suggestions/ideas as to what I could with the carpet? Are there any health risks associated with using carpet that’s been on the floor for so long, especially regarding the underside of the carpet?

    Asked by Cheryl on 25th Aug 2020
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    Is beech hardwood flooring durable?

    Is beech hardwood flooring durable? How does its durability compare with other hardwood floors?

    Asked by Karen on 4th May 2022
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    Low water pressure

    I am not getting any water flow through my bathtaps/ shower or toilet. Is this caused by the failure of my pump or might there be other reasons?

    Asked by Robert on 9th May 2022
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    Do carpet installers offer finance?

    If I wanted to have a new carpet added to my living room on finance, should it be easy to find installers who offer this or would I need to go through a company? And if so, would it be easy to find such companies nearby? I live in a suburban area.

    Asked by Carol on 16th May 2022
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    What is the largest size sheet of EPDM rubber roofing

    What is the largest size sheet of EPDM rubber roofing material a person could buy in most cases?

    Asked by duncan on 19th May 2022
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