Recent content by rumpokid

Can a recently built extension (2 storey) in close proximity to my property be a cause of foundation failure,as on completion of the neighbouring extension my house has developed an external crack. Again,not funny..Surely it is either a case of yes,no or possibly.

Crack is about 2mm and goes from corner of window upstairs and has reached window level on ground floor.It has only recently appeared roughly,same time as adjacent double storey rear extension and also single storey above garage ...Along with upstairs doors closing on their own and hairline...

..Gable end of house.As mentioned in subject heading

Could a reason for this vertical crack appearing be linked to a double floor extension and a floor built above garage,just completed, on neighbouring property approx 2/3metres away from said wall.It is travelling through brick and not just the pointing.Been in house 10 months and was given clean...

..I have exactly same crack as you.Only been in house 10 months.Was given clean bill of health on housebuyers report..However a large extension.2 storey at back and also over garage has just been completed at neighbouring property,about2/3 metres away from wall with new crack.Could this be a...

For the record,it was masking tape on for about 16 hrs(overnight)..And i do slacken the plate off when papering around,and cut the silly triangles,and this does a first class job.The tape was used patch up around switch,so as not to scratch it.We can all say should have done this etc in...

Has anyone encountered problems with these switch plates when masking around for decorating,and the finish coming away?.

I have one of these permanently on,and one that does not light up at all when entering the zone it is located in.Any ideas? Cheers.