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  • Door frame sealing

    Hi, I painted my wooden, stable front door and noticed that the door frame has been installed and gaps sealed with transparent sealant. It has been done by the previous owners a few years ago. I wanted to seal the gaps with something to prevent water and cold air getting into the porch. I looked for a proper gap filler. What would you use which looks better than self-expandable foam?

    Asked by Aga on 7th Jul 2022
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    Foundation depth for garage

    What depth foundation is required for a garage tagged on to a line of flat roofed garages please ? And the cost of building the garage

    Asked by Martina on 18th Nov 2021
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    Best hard wearing external paints?

    What is the best paint/spray paint and coating to use on exterior walls and window ledges to avoid scratches/ chipping & burn marks?

    Asked by Nathan on 26th Mar 2020
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    Can I use the same paint brush with different paint?

    Is it okay to use the same paintbrush for different types of paint? Or do I need different brushes for different paints? Thank you!

    Asked by Jackie on 5th Jan 2021
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    What does an inch of water mean exactly?

    In gardening terms, what does an inch of water mean exactly?

    Asked by Beverley on 11th May 2022
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    What should I do about a blocked sink drainpipe?

    Hi all Today I had a blockage in my sink’s drain pipe – I decided to unblock it using some drain unblocker liquid, thinking the block may just be some leftovers that had gotten stuck somehow. Unfortunately, this hasn’t helped and now I have a blocked drain pipe with unblocking liquid in there too. Is there any way I could try and fix this myself or would I be best to ask a plumber to take a look?

    Asked by duncan on 8th Oct 2019
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    Surface Water Issue

    Since my neighbour had artificial grass installed I seem to be getting damp patches on my property which are now showing on the external wall, and some puddles at the boundary between our gardens. I've been in the house for seventeen years, the artificial grass was installed two years ago and the problems started showing at the turn of this year. The buildings are on a slope with our house lower than next door. I don't think there was any drainage installed with the artificial grass and I think we're getting much more run off than previously. At the front of the house I dug down to the water in / out and there was no sign of leakage. The damps is at both front and back, as is the artificial turf. I'm trying to find out which trade would be able to diagnose this so I can employ someone to investigate and provide professional advice on what's causing the damp areas / puddles.

    Asked by Brian on 18th Oct 2021
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    Wall Tie Condition

    Following a home buyers report, it was highlighted to us that the wall ties may need replacing due to horizontal cracking visible in the rear elevation render. What is the best way to inspect the current wall tie condition without drilling into the external walls, as we don't yet own the property.

    Asked by Nathan on 22nd May 2024
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    Skip v Man with a Van

    Is it cheaper to hire a skip or a man with a van? What service is better and why?

    Asked by caroline on 18th Jan 2022
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    cost of having a 16m2 bedroom painted

    I'd like to have one bedroom fully painted. It has an area of 16m2. How much will it cost for a professional to perform this paint job?

    Asked by lauren on 17th Aug 2020
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