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Thanks for the replies. I have downloaded sketchup , and it works great , both 3D and 2D. Great on the computer that is , anyone worked to how to print the 2D plans off to scale , e.g. 1:100 in line with Planning requirements.

Hi, I am looking to submit a planning application for a simple 2 storey rear extension. Two storey box with flat roof. I have looked at recent applications at my council and think I could do necessary drawings without spending my hard earned cash on an architect / draughtsman. Can...

i will be asking an electrician to install an electric hob, but wondered how it can be done. i have an electric oven with thick cable direct to cooker socket. it will not plug into standard 13a socket like many modern ones do. The gas hob had a 13a fused plug , but i have had gas safe man...

I will be doing work on a Victorian terrace with a single skin , single storey, rear extension which was probably added in 60s or 70s, part of which was probably original outside toilet. Currently the extension houses the kitchen, combi boiler in cupboard, and only bathroom. There isn't a...

anybody know when did window installation become notifiable ?

thanks, how would you break that down ?

I rang a couple of truss manufacturers and outlined my idea. They both thought it might be possible, one of them more positive than the other. However , I was a bit surprised at ballpark costs mentioned. £5000 for supply of trusses with calcs. house is approx 6m wide and 9m deep...

ooops .... I thought about building an inner skin with DPC in blockwork, then plaster.

I have a Victorian terrace house with a single skin brick, single story rear extension which currently houses the kitchen and bathroom. I guess it was probably added in the 1960s and isn't in great condition. Not surprisingly, the place is damp. I intend to relocate the kitchen and...

Thanks of both replies, sounds like it may be possible but not straightforward. Willismp, Interesting to hear that full roof replacement was the lower cost option, can you confirm that your property was a mid terrace ? Also, Were those figures for a main contractor to take on the full...

i am in 2 minds about whether to do a loft conversion. if getting a party wall agreement was in anyway problematic or expensive i wouldnt go ahead. from what i have read , i would need to serve a notice on neighbour. if they consented, all well and good. if they declined i would...

i have just purchased a 3 bed victorian terrace which needs a full refurb and i am not living in the proerty. it will need new electrics , damp proofing, new ceilings et al. it also needs a new roof covering. given the location, it would not be worthwhile adding a loft conversion if the...

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I can go on my local council website and find Planning applications. Is there a way to find what BC notices have been issued for properties, other than spending over a £100 on a local search ? Thanks

I have located the memory link. , but not sure where to find the 'small link' but have found one small item in box and wondering if this may be it . If not where should i look or where can i find one. (sorry i am not an electrician)

so, does the 800mm refer to bottom of frame or bottom of glass unit ? thanks

i have been advised that toughened glass should be used if window is below 800mm. my cill is at about 790mm but frame and casement mean that glass is well above 800mm. is toughened glass required here ? thanks