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  • Possible Roof Spread

    My survey has picked up minor roof spread and advises improving restraint at ceiling joist level and potentially strengthening the rafter feet. Who do I need to assess this, a builder, roofer or engineer? Approx what costs might I be looking at?

    Asked by Hattie on 4th Jun 2020
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    Rodent Chewed Wire

    Hello. A rodent had chewed a Wire in my home and I am wondering if I need to change the entire wire or just that section where its chewed

    Asked by Chris on 18th Feb 2021
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    Landlord certificates

    Is it usual practice for the landlord to pay for certificates before inspections are done. I need PAT, EICR and EPC inspections done and certificates for local council regulations. Inspection company wanrs paid before jobs allocated and inspection carried out. Is this tge norm?

    Asked by Seonaid on 8th May 2024
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    Stone pebble borders

    Does a stone pebble garden border cause damp issues between it and wall of property ? Do these borders cause more weeds to grow through them ? How easy is it to remove these and relay with either concrete or paving slabs instead ?

    Asked by Gillian on 14th Jul 2021
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    Floor staining problem

    Hi! I have workmen who have sanded our wooden floor. The stain they put down is too light. They said they have to resand and basically start whole job again at my expense. Can’t they just apply a darker wood stain over the top without resanding?

    Asked by Dawn on 3rd Apr 2025
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    Sanitary Sealant

    Hi - I've often found in commercial premises that the sealant used around showers and kitchen worktops is thicker than the standard sealant you might purchase for domestic premises. I'd describe the product as a rubberised solid type sealant once set. Does anyone know what this product is and where it can be purchased? Thanks

    Asked by Brad on 2nd Nov 2023
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    Who would fit a new bathroom ceiling?

    I need a new bathroom ceiling. The flat upstairs had a leak and my ceiling now needs replaced. Can someone tell me what kind of tradesman I need for this job? Thanks

    Asked by Lyndsey-ann on 11th Aug 2019
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    Ive got heating but no hot water

    When I switch my boiler on I have heating but no hot water. Can someone advise please?

    Asked by Stefan on 8th Oct 2019
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    Rising damp quotes

    Hi I am looking at buying a house but it has some rising damp, it is a small 3 bedroom terraced house, what is a rough guide price for the to be fixed please thank you

    Asked by Stacey on 10th Jan 2022
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    How to attach IKEA furniture to wall?

    What is the best way to attach an IKEA pax wardrobe to the wall when the wall has a skirting board and picture rail?

    Asked by Hannah on 16th Mar 2021
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