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I'm looking to install some network cabling around the house - I have quite a lot of network equipment dotted around and my wireless isn't particularly great and I've had some issues with Powerline adaptors as well. I installed network points all around my last house but I haven't had the time...

I had both hips on a 2-bed semi replaced back in 2016 with dry ridges, for just over £1000. I'd expect a bit of an increase due to inflation and also imagine prices might be higher right now as roofers will no doubt be in high demand after this weekend, but should give you an idea.

I'm sure I won't be the last to post on here as a result of Storm Ciara! It seems I have a leaking roof. Having got rained on inside the kitchen, I nipped up into the loft space to see what was what and found lots of water running down the outside walls and onto the kitchen ceiling. The house...

I have nothing to add I'm afraid, but I do have a level of intrigue to satisfy... What's it for? :)

I don't know what the manual suggests as I don't have the hob yet - I was just anticipating what else I might need once it arrives! I know that 3kW hobs often come with a pre-attached cable and plug but I'd assumed higher rated ones probably didn't. I guess the best answer at this stage is wait...

Also, if flex, I'm guessing standard PVC would be sufficient rather than the Butyl stuff I linked above? https://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/CA4F3.html

I've just ordered a new induction hob which should be here the next couple of days. The hob is rated at 7.4kW and I've already prepared a 32A circuit with 6mm T&E to a cooker connection unit. I'm just debating what cable is best to connect to the hob. I know you often see ovens connected to...

I've done some more reading today - in as much as I've compared the three user manuals to each other and I've gained a better understanding of how the hobs work. I've decided I'm just going to get the 7.4kW seeing as my budget and my supply allows, but though I'd share my findings for other...

Thanks all for the replies. It's an interesting point some make about why Bosch sell three different hobs that are seemingly the same. The higher rated ones can all be downrated in the settings, i.e. the 7.4kW can be "tuned" down to 4.6kW or 3kW if necessary, which implies they probably are all...

I'm looking to replace a hob with a Bosch induction. I'm hoping someone can explain to me the difference in ratings between different models. I've copied the specs for three nearly identical Bosch models below. So I'm aware the ratings of 3 kW are for a 13A plug (which comes pre-fitted on this...

I have a traditional canopy / chimney style cooker hood at the moment. It's mounted at what seems like a sensible height (above a 750mm splashback, though the canopy is curved so it's about 50mm lower than this on the corners). I was considering replacing it with an angled chimney hood as the...

The sealant between my worktop and upstand (both laminate) is starting to peel in places so I'm going to remove it and reseal. I've used Dow 785+ a number of times for kitchen and bathroom jobs however I note they now do a 785N which is neutral curing rather than acetoxy based. Which would I...

The sealant between my worktop and upstand (both laminate) is starting to peel in places so I'm going to remove it and reseal. I've used Dow 785+ a number of times for kitchen and bathroom jobs however I note they now do a 785N which is neutral curing rather than acetoxy based. Which would I...

I've just picked up a used composite door for a garden building. The inside of the frame (white UPVC) is covered in paint and I'm not sure how best to remove it.

I'm planning to fit a used composite door to a garden outbuilding at the weekend. I know how to fit the door however I have some questions around what sealants I should use. Firstly, I'm anticipating a gap of ~10mm either side, though the brickwork isn't quite square. I plan to fit some cloak...

I'm replacing a number of switches and sockets in my (domestic) garage and I'm intending to fit metal clad accessories with cables enclosed in 20mm plastic conduit rather than clipped as they are currently. I'm a bit confused how I determine the current-carrying capacity for twin&earth enclosed...

It's 15 years old and it's in direct sunlight most of the time. The plastic housing has yellowed to the point you'd struggle to believe it was ever white :) Next time I'm at my mums I'll have a look at the lens and remove the cover and see what happens - though from what you're saying it sounds...

My mother has a Pyronix KX15DT PIR installed in her conservatory. She's commented that the LED indicator on the front used to generally light up in blue, occasionally green, however is now orange. I've looked at ithe manual online and this states - blue indicates PIR and microwave detection -...

I've just ordered a composite door for my garden outbuilding. I plan to fix it to the brickwork using 7.5mm concrete screws which seems to be the recommended way to do this nowadays. The question I have is what length screws should I buy? How far into the brickwork should I aim to go?

So I think I need to set up my zones as follows? 1 - Front Door - E/E - Chime 2 - Lounge - 12 Hr - Full 3 - Kitchen - 12 Hr - Full 4 - Study - 12 Hr - Full 5 - Landing - 12 Hr - Part1 6 - Unused - 12 Hr - Full 7 - Unused - 12 Hr - Full 8 - Unused - 12 Hr - Full I've also worked through every...