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Hi guys, Ive opened up a can of worms on a job and need a bit of advice although i pretty much think i know the answer just after confirmation to my nightmare scenario. I am in the process of partially rewiring a house which will be notified to building control. on initial testing the...

Hi not sure which is the correct category for this? I am looking for information and advice on installing an 80 gallon, 364 litre tank in a loft. I have found documentation from nhbc regarding roof trusses but nothing for a cut roof which is what i have. Nhbc advises bracing over 4 joists...

Hi guys, Im going to be installing a twin impellor, 2.0 bar positive head shower pump to supply 2 showers. A couple of queries i have if anyone can help me please? Which is the best manufacturer of pump? ive heard some horror stories with salamander! The recommendation is to have a minimum...

Hi we are in the process of overhauling a back garden which has a patio area next to the house, the patio is about 4 metres wide from the house and stretchs the length of the house by about 12 metres, The patio then has steps going down to the garden which is about 6ft lower than the patio...

Hi Im thinking of putting a large shed in the back garden 10ft x 16ft I cant make my mind up wether to put a timber shed up or a metal shed. Anyone got experience of both regards quality, costs, etc Its a rented property so would like to be able to take it with me at a later date if...

Hi I want to fit an rcd to the current consumer unit it has mcbs but no rcd protection would this be notifiable or minor work?

Hi Ive tried using some torch on felt with no success. The felt is called sappi evered 4mm plain torch applied. It doesnt have the slate surface like most felts and was wondering if I was using the right felt for a capping sheet? When i heated it it either didnt stick or it just burned...

Does anyone know of or use any software to help speed up and make it easier to quote on large jobs?

Hi do I need to fit cavity trays at damp course level on a cavity wall?

Hi just wondered what the purpose of a gable truss ladder is and do I have to have one on an apex extension?

Hi, Im currently building a single storey apex extension. We have had to get a build over agreement from severn trent water because there is a shared drain 200mm away from where the footings will be that runs the full length of the footings. We have dug down 1350mm deep which would give...

Hi Im aware changes were made in notifying work under part p in April. Can somebody please give me a link to a site or info on where i can find more information out about the changes please

Hi Ive been to a job today to fit some fiberous plaster of paris coving it was delivered yesterday. The cove is very soft and can be marked with a thumb nail, If we even try and move it, cut it etc it just breaks up and cracks, the back of the cove is still "wet" to the point where you can...

Hi I want to join a self cert scheme I have my partp and 17th edition, looking for some advice and what to expect when they assess you etc and the best one to join in respect to value for money etc.

Hi is it illegal to box a boiler into a cupboard even though the manufacturers instructions state it is ok? ive heard a new law has come out banning any boiler being boxed into a cupboard?

Hi had bedroom boarded and skimmed 2 weeks ago, there was a couple of hair line cracks that appeared as it dried out,we filled them and gave it a mist coat of watered down white paint, we then left the room for a week and when we checked it again yesterday all the walls and ceiling had cracks...

Hi Guys, Just fitted a solidcore door blank from howdens with flush front and back, I cut it down to size and the timber inside was really soft you could press it in with your finger?! I specifically asked howdens for a good quality solid door for external use and they stated this is...

Hi Guys, I have a renault master lwb and want to have it sign wrapped complete, I want to have a change of colour because it is white at the minute. I have been quoted £2000 for the wrapping and they gurantee it for 5 years. I need opinions on whats a better option 1, to have any...

Hi would I need these if the floor already has insulation under the concrete?

Hi I want to box in a boiler and put a cupboard door on the front its a combi does it need a vent on the cupboard ? If so can the vent be on the inside or outside wall and how close can the vent be on the outside wall to the flue the flue comes up about 300mm then out the wall on an elbow...