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  • Opening up a bricked up fireplace?

    Hi, I was wondering about the logistics of opening up a bricked up fireplace. This will purely be decorative so the chimney won't need to be opened, just the fireplace itself so that an antique surround can be inserted. - I was wondering if this is likely to need any sort of planning approval? - How long it would usually take to open up a fireplace? - Rough ballpark of how much it should cost? Many thanks

    Asked by Jack on 14th Nov 2023
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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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    Water logged lawn / poor drainage

    While it is relatively dry I want to sort out my garden drainage. I have a raised lawn, south facing but it never seems to dry out. People have mentioned french drains and sand but not sure of the best course of action. Any help would be great. Thank you

    Asked by Nan on 31st Mar 2020
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    Patio and channel drain issues

    My newly installed Indian sandstone patio has multiple issues. Several slabs lift off easily, the joints are uneven, and the landscaper placed broken concrete pieces on the MOT1 base without compacting them before adding the semi‑dry mix. He cut the end‑slots off the channel drains, left gaps between sections, and installed loose end caps. Water leaks and flows towards the neighbour’s garden rather than the gully. A small 3×3cm opening was cut into the drain, but the gully grate remains in place, preventing access for clearing blockages. The landscaper claimed the drains would “move” if slotted together. The drain grilles sit 1–2cm below the DPC. I need guidance on whether this meets acceptable standards.

    Asked by Shabanom on 9th Jun 2026
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    Kitchen & Bathroom ceiling paint

    can I use the same paint on a bathroom and kitchen ceiling?

    Asked by Michael on 9th Sep 2020
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    Conversion of flat roof

    I have a semi detached house with a flat roof. We would like to convert our roof to a pitched roof with a room but our neighbours (also flat roof) aren’t in a position to do their roof. Can we turn our side into a pitched roof and their side left flat?

    Asked by Charlotte on 19th Jul 2020
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    Do I need a structural engineer?

    Is it a structural engineer that I need to tell me whether a wall has been removed correctly?

    Asked by Carherine on 16th Jun 2023
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    Pricing a driveway

    How much would a 2 car driveway cost in tarmac with a boarder of block paving, drainage and 2 new manhole covers?

    Asked by Alison on 16th Mar 2020
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    Do BS1010-2 outdoor taps have check/return valves?

    Hello, I’m just installing a soaker hose system and don’t know if my existing outdoor tap (fitted in 2014) has a double check/no return valve. Can anyone advise if it’s likely to have? Many thanks.

    Asked by Katie on 26th Apr 2021
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    Daily rates for plumbing work

    Whats the average daily rate for a plumber? Excluding copper / pex etc. To do some lets say re-routing of heating pipes to under the floor or decommission / re-route a radiator?

    Asked by John on 31st Jan 2020
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