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  • Do block paved driveways need drainage?

    Do block paved driveways need a drainage system when they're installed or does rainwater soak through the blocks?

    Asked by Sharon on 14th Jan 2023
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    How long after plastering can you paint the walls

    Don't want to mess it up, but still looks like it is drying

    Asked by Luke on 26th Aug 2025
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    How high can a privacy screen be in the UK?

    We want to put up a tall privacy screen on our decking to block the view from the road. Is there a maximum height we're allowed to go without needing planning permission?

    Asked by Tushar on 22nd May 2026
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    Stunted tree growth

    I am trying to grow a small tree in my garden but its growth appears to be stunted. Why is this happening? Is there anything I can do to fix it?

    Asked by Cheryl on 1st Mar 2021
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    Weeds growing through gravel driveway

    What can you do to prevent weeds from growing through a gravel surface in a driveway? Any help on this would be really appreciated. Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing back soon.

    Asked by Jenny on 11th May 2021
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    what is the best peat free compost?

    What's the best peat-free compost to use if you want to retain moisture?

    Asked by Joyce on 17th May 2023
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    Blocked sewage pipe in manhole to remove the rubber end of rod which I think is stuck

    How to remove the rubber end of drain rod from manhole pipe

    Asked by Derek on 24th Oct 2023
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    Fitting an Outside socket

    I want an outside socket for a dryer that is housed outside near the kitchen window the consumer unit is in a cupboard under the stairs in the kitchen will the socket need its own line from the consumer unit or can it be joined on spur to an internal plug and does it make a mess internally

    Asked by Susan on 3rd Apr 2024
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    How to attract bees to garden

    Are there specific plants or features that make a real difference to attracting bees or is it mostly about what you do not do?

    Asked by Kelly on 26th Jun 2026
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    Best block paving patterns

    What are some of the best and most popular pattern for having a blocking paving laid down?

    Asked by Michael on 27th Apr 2021
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