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  • External Window Beads

    I am currently looking at looking to purchase a property and in the survey report it was spotted that the window Beads are on the outside of the property. Does this mean that someone can remove the windows to gain access to the property? Would such a defect void a contents insurance policy? Are there any means of securing the windows even if they are they other way round?

    Asked by Sorin on 19th May 2021
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    Painting tiles - enamel paint?

    Could I use radiator enamel spray paint on tiles? It's only a small area.

    Asked by Cara on 18th May 2020
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    What kind of tradesman would drill a hole in the wall to fit a portable air con unit hose through?

    I'm struggling to know where to turn on this one! I'd like to be able to vent the hoses of my two portable air con units (one upstairs, one downstairs) through the wall and outside of the house, rather than via the window. I'm struggling to know who to contact to get a quote / organise drilling said holes and fitting the hose! I really don't want to be messing around with anyone who doesn't know what they're doing, but have no idea what kind of tradesman might do this job? Air con companies only deal with installing proper fitted units (££££). Thanks for any advice!

    Asked by Gillian on 7th Nov 2023
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    getting concrete garden steps widened

    Please can you tell me if I need to find a general builder to widen concrete steps or someone with a specific skill/trade? Many Thanks.

    Asked by Penny on 19th Jun 2020
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    Porcelain Tiles

    Hi Have a new extension size 6x3m. I’m being charged £900 for labour and now being asked to Pay for all materials after agreement. Is this too much? Am supplying the tiles

    Asked by Tsana on 7th Apr 2023
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    How much does it cost to plumb in a dishwasher

    Hi, we are currently looking to buy a house and we were wondering how much it would cost to plumb in a dishwasher. There is only space for a washing machine in the kitchen currently, we want to know before we consider buying the house how much it will cost on average to plumb in a dishwasher either next to the washing machine or on the other side of the kitchen, which I assume would involve lifting floorboards, as this will affect our offer on the house Many thanks

    Asked by Sophie on 9th Oct 2023
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    Install a gas cooker

    Is it the same person who installs a gas and electric cooker? It's a gas hob and electric oven. There's a double socket behind the cooker but would need a cooker switch?

    Asked by Julie on 9th Sep 2025
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    Painting fresh plaster

    I have used watered down emulsion to paint new plaster but it was dulux silk. It said on the tin that it could be watered down 10% to seal new, porous surfaces but I have since read it must be Matt. Have I ruined my plaster?

    Asked by Sarah on 8th Feb 2021
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    Fire surround to be built

    How much for someone to make a tall fire surround with mirror insert and curved top from MDF or pine as it will be painted. I have an old surround with mirror that is too big for the chimney width but want something similar but one that will fit.

    Asked by Nicola on 20th Nov 2024
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    Painting tiled flooring

    Hello, I'm wondering if I can paint my floor tiles, I havent got the money to remove them and install new tiles but is there any tile paint I could buy? How should I paint the actual floor tiles? Thanks

    Asked by Sharon on 31st Mar 2020
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