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Thanks for the reply. Info very helpfull. My next question may sound totaly stupid but.....Why do I need calc sheets for wooden floor joists? when BC guidance notes show tables, spans and centres for acceptable joist sizes. I appreciate certain non standard lintels eg. RSJs will need to be...

Hoping for a bit of advice please from those in the know. I am doing my own house plans for an extension using cad sotfware. Should have no problem doing the planning application but I have queiries regarding building regs. How detailed should the BReg plans be? I am conversant with the BReg...

Still pondering over my possible extension. What closes off the cavity between outer skins at eaves level where the wallplate meets the rafter? Is it a continuous cavity tray, slate or proprity closure? If so how are they wall tied through the cavity tray. Also are the two external walls, (brick...

Thanks for the advice. Please understand that I will be getting profesionals in to do the work and that I would like to have some knowledge of what is required to give the impression I can follow the project.

I am new to this so excuses if my format is not up to speed. I am building a new extension and will be pestering you guys in the coming weeks. My first query is....ground floor construction. Hardcore, blinding, dpm, concrete, insulation, screed as per regs. On some unrelated building plans I...