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  • Dealing with reoccurring cockroach problems

    We have a flat above a takeaway and have had several problems over the years with cockroaches. Although they're dealt with the problem returns. Is there a way of stopping them from entering or returning to our flat?

    Asked by Jackie on 22nd Jan 2023
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    Scrim tape loose filler on top

    A painter came in and covered a ceiling crack using scrim tape with some plaster/filler. Taken off the top layer and while the tape looks stuck to the ceiling the top layer seems to be loose. Any suggestions what went wrong and how to fix it?

    Asked by Paul on 2nd Mar 2022
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    Starting a handyman business

    I want to start my own handyman business and I'm looking for a bit of advice on how to price jobs. Should I work out an hourly rate and charge that regardless of the job. Or should I charge more for complex/skilled jobs? I have some experience and basic qualifications for things such as plumbing, so I don't want to sell myself short but I don't want to price myself out either.

    Asked by Julie on 21st Nov 2022
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    earth for water and gas

    how much to fit earth to gas and water its about 13 metres away dunking is fine then behind kitchen units both gas and water input are next to each other. probably have to drill through a wall

    Asked by Nick on 16th Sep 2024
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    Driveway finish

    What would be the most cost effective option for a driveway, needs to be firm and low maintenance as will have 4 cars on, thanks in advance.

    Asked by Paul on 7th Jul 2021
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    Electrical safety

    A self employed fitter doing roller garage doors. Does he need any electrical qualifications. Ie controller 240v going to a 13amp plug 2 way motor. 24v light guards. Also 240v motor cable 4 core goes through side plate. No grommets fitted whole door is aluminium slats. Thanks

    Asked by Peter on 23rd Oct 2020
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    Best cladding for semi-detached home

    What type of cladding best suits a semi-detached house, peddledash, lime or polymer? How do these options compare and what are their pros & cons? Which do you think I should choose and why? Thank you!

    Asked by Joyce on 16th Mar 2021
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    Should I gloss or leave wooden finish skirtings / staircase

    In the progess of getting the house done, full refurb. Do you think it is best to have treated wood skirtings and stair case or have them painted and a different colour on the wall to offset? House it rather modern but I do want it to age well!

    Asked by Carol on 31st Mar 2020
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    General maintenance

    Please I am looking for what process to follow if a tradesperson collects a deposit of £400 for a job for the past 3 months that he has not done and has stopped taking my calls and replying to my texts.

    Asked by Caphy on 4th Aug 2022
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    Stripping wall paper

    How much to strip wallpaper from hallway and two staircases and landing including ceiling of all of it except hallway?

    Asked by R.j on 29th Apr 2019
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