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  • Handyman scams to look out for

    What handyman scams should I be wary of? I’m in my eighties and I’m aware that scammers often target older people.

    Asked by jonathan on 27th Apr 2021
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    Installing a boiler in the bathroom

    What there any special requirements for having a boiler installed in a bathroom?

    Asked by Abdul on 2nd Oct 2022
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    Priming a wall for tiling

    My partner is planning to prime the plaster wall with PVA before tiling. I think he should use a proper primer but he says it's a waste of money as we already have some PVA in the house. Who's right?

    Asked by Karen on 13th Nov 2022
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    cost comparison of extension builders in Swindon and Reading

    What do extension builders charge each hour and per day in Swindon? Is it any different from the rates offered in other nearby spots like Reading or Bath? If I found that the rate is significantly higher in Swindon, could I just hire someone from Bath and cover their travel costs? Is this allowed?

    Asked by Michael on 21st Aug 2020
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    Can I have an outside drain

    Hi I currently have no outside drain in my back garden only the pipe coming from the guttering going into a closed drain. I attempted to jet wash my patio but as there is nowhere for the water to go it was a very tedious task. What would the cost of having an open drain fitted be please or any help or advice is appreciated. Thanks

    Asked by Laura on 27th Apr 2023
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    Window planter ideas

    What are the benefits of window planters? Where can I buy them? What are the best plants to use for window planters?

    Asked by Elly on 16th Mar 2021
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    Installing an indoor climbing wall

    We want to install an indoor climbing wall to our child's bedroom. What kind of tradesperson would we need? Is it simply a handyman? Or do we need a specialist? We want to ensure the wall can hold enough weight to last until teens (if they still want it then). Any advice would be appreciated.

    Asked by Ceara on 29th Jul 2019
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    Internal walls wet and showing signs of damp

    Internal wall in bedroom sometimes feels wet - especially after winter months/heavy spells of rain. There is some staining at the top of the walls and also some areas of damp/mould in adjacent cupboard. Old chimney breast runs up same wall so suspect it is related to this. Unsure whether I need a roofer or bricklayer or even if it's related to guttering/flashing. Thankfully, it is the only room in the house which has any damp/mould but would like to get it resolved. Any hints or troubleshooting tips appreciated.

    Asked by Edward on 20th Mar 2020
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    cost of a 15 square metre garage being fitted to a semi-detached house

    How much will it cost to have a 15 square metre garage fitted to my semi-detached house in Oxford? What do extension builders charge per hour in my area? What will the supply and labour costs for this job likely come to? Also, what sort of time frame might this job take altogether?

    Asked by Greg on 17th Aug 2020
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    Fireplace back boiler removal

    Just moved into my new house. It’s Oil heating and has an open fire. Im not sure if previous owner used the fire. I’m getting new fireplace installed and have been told to remove back boiler before installation. Is this something a plumber needs to do or is this a specialist job. Does it need to be completely taken out or is it just a matter of disconnecting it?

    Asked by John on 5th Dec 2019
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