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Hi all, I am about to embark on the hazardous task that is employing-a-builder-without-personal-recommendation. Are there any tips for finding a good one? Does membership of the Federation of Master Builders etc. minimise the risks? We want the widening of a doorway in a part load-bearing...

Hi all. I'm blocking a redundant doorway in an upstairs, floorboarded bedroom. Several weeks ago I used lightweight thermalite blocks and a cement render prior to getting a plasterer in to finish off. Only now hairline cracks are appearing, presumably where the blocks meet each other...

Hi all, I live in a Wimpey 'No-Fines' concrete constructed terrace and wish to cut into the party wall in order provide an RSJ support for a doorway we wish to broaden. Is this feasible or does No-Fines make this inadvisable? Thanks very much.

Hi all, Has anyone any experience with either the Vaillant ecoTEC 831 or Worcester 30 CDi condensing combi's and, dare I say, have a preference? I could not get any specs on the Vaillant from their website. My criteria is reliability (does the Worcester have a 2-year guarantee?) and quiet...

Hi all, I want an old back boiler/storage tank CH system removed and a complete new install of a combi system. When I get companies in for a quote are there any pertinent technical questions I should ask or is there any waffle I should listen out for? Thanks.

Are there any particular issues regarding removing internal walls for a Wimpey No-Fines concrete constructed house? Thanks.