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My doorbell, which is wired (2 wires) is acting up. The bell push works most of the time but not all the time. There are no screws on the bell push cover, so how do I remove it without damage? Any advice, most appreciated. Henry. :) :) :)

Warm greetings. I had two smoke alarms fitted when I had the house re-wired a few years ago. They were wired in. They started to bleep so I knew I had to change the back up batteries. I switched them off at the mains and removed the batteries but they still bleeped until I put the new...

I have a sample of a bolt that I need to order. How can I find out what size it is to enquire on the net. Does it go by the bolt thread outside diameter? It measures 7.5mm bolt thread o.d. It needs to be 8" long so I think it will be a special? Henry. :) :) :)

I am trying to bleed a radiator but the bleeding nut :) is worn and I cannot get a grip. I have tried 3 different keys. Any ideas or cunning tricks I can try? Henry. :) :) :)

Warm greetings. I am going to install 2 'Sky HD' cables in readiness for my Sky HD box installation. I am thinking of running it down through the airing cupboard. Will there be any problem with interference if I run it in a conduit carrying 2 electric power cables? Henry. :) :) :)

I have some radiators in a conservatory and the pipes that feed the rads come through plywood. A larger hole, approx 1" dia was cut to allow the 1/2'' pipe some movement. I am trying to locate a supplier for the Chrome discs used to cover up the holes - I think they are plastic? They are about...

Warm greetings, I have a Vaillant ecoTEC plus 630 condensing boiler and need guidance for a winter temperture setting for the central heating. I have seen general comments on the net like 82C Winter & 70c Summer. Not sure if they apply to my type of boiler? Seem high? Henry. :) :) :)

I need to paint some new plywood panels in a conservatory after I have filled and smooth a few small holes. Should I use painters cauk for the holes? What is the best way to paint the panels (cream)? Thank you. Henry. :) :) :)

Warm greetings, I am new to this section and would appreciate your guidance. I need a new flat roof for both my garage and conservatory. I am prepared to pay for the best. I have looked at GRP, Evalon and Firestone EPDM rubber. Which is the best? Or is there something even better? They are...

Warm greetings, I am new to this section of the forum. I decided to look at using energy saving bulbs. I have 7 outside lights, which are expensive to run. So I buy bulbs from Tesco. I noticed on the box strange signs with lines through showing what you cannot do. No wording. One seems...

Warm greetings, I had my new central heating commissioned yesterday. It replaced an old single pipe system. I am typing through bleary eyes as the system clicked and clonked all night. a. When the valve (Drayton TRV4) clicked on you get 10 or 12 clunks close together approx 10 to 30 seconds...

Warm greetings, I am after a stockist for those eco friendly rubber roof tiles. I am based in North Manchester. Any ideas? Henry. :)

What is the easiest way to remove moss from a tarmac drive? I have used 'Pathclear' for other weeds but moss is a tough nut to crack. I need something that works that you can apply safely with a watering can if possible. Henry.

I have a Hibiscus plant in the house that flowered once but not since. It has buds on to now and I would like to know where is the best position for it to flower? The label with the plant says:- "Full sunlight but avoid bright sunlight" Anyone know what that means??? Henry. :roll:

Has anyone any experience of the Artmos multi boiler? I am still wrestling with combi v system boiler. Dan and Bamber 'G' have suggest it as a possibilty. I have looked at it on the net and it looks interesting (and BIG). It will be in a room behind the garage so I have the space. Henry...

I have an old boiler and a single pipe system so have decided to replace it! Which is the best type of boiler - Combination or condensing, ignoring the running cost or efficiency differences. Which is the best, most reliable, quietest? There is just the two of us and we live in a 3 bedroom...

Warm greetings. I am a new member. Please can you tell me which are the best Thermostatic Radiator Valves money can buy. I am having some new ones fitted to replace ones that are always sticking. Could you also say which Bi-directional Thermostatic Radiator valves are best quality. Are...