Recent content by elchanco

I'm considering painting with damp proof paint and redecorating the hallway. Just need to make sure its nothing serious first.

Rain doesn't hit the gable wall due to the close proximity of the house next door.

Hi, We have a problem with damp spots on the gable end of our house. recently, we decided to have the hall/landing painted & noticed how bad the damp spots are. I was advised they could be condensation spots? The damp spots start half way up the wall, parallel with upstairs & are spread...

Hi, I need help with an "under-performing" toilet. The flushing action has become very weak. The lever needs to be pumped to release enough flow to adequately flush the toilet. I checked the basin, the water is at the required level but when I flush, water is released into the basin and the...

Hi, I need help with an "under-performing" toilet. The flushing action has become very weak. The lever needs to be pumped to release enough flow to adequately flush the toilet. I checked the basin, the water is at the required level but when I flush, water is released into the basin and the...

The depth of the insulation is random. Its blown loose insulation. I have no vapour barrier, have you any examples of this! cheers

Hi, I want to re-insulate my attic this winter. I currently have Rockwool Blown Loft Insulation for the last 5years. I’m considering insulating over this with new insulation, preferably the type that I can roll between the joists. Is this advisable or should I go to the hassle of removing...

While bleeding a radiator last night, i cant seem to close the nut on the bleed valve. Its leaking a very small amount. How can i fix this. Its a stelrad & the leak seems to be coming from the white head around the nut. cheers

Hi, I had a loft ladder installed this year. I currently have a problem with condensation in the attic. :roll: How can I go about stopping warm air passing through the loft ladder? Can you insulate behind it :?: cheers