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Yep, so this first picture is where the chimney used to be, right in the middle of the shot. The damp is on the walls immediately below the guttering in this photo. Second photo is just to the left of this above the garage doors. IMG_5519 by TheSalad posted 8 Sep 2016 at 10:01 PM IMG_5518 by...

Hi Folks, we recently moved in to a bungalow that is suffering with damp in the lounge. The photos below show damp patches that appear much darker after a downpour. Some of it is aligned with the chimney breast some (to the left) is on the wall behind which was a garage space and is now a...

We're in a bungalow . . . . . but still a good idea as a temporary fix. Thanks!!

Hi Folks, we have just returned from holiday to discover our home burgled. Entry was via a ground floor UPVC window which they appear to have just crowbarred open. I urgently need to replacement two upvc window keeps till I can get a more secure window fitted. They are not the flat ones...

Hi folks, every spring when I come to pressure wash the patio I have terrible trouble with the outlet connector fixing on to the pressure hose on my old type Karcher. I eventually manage to screw it on but then getting it off after use is a bloomin nightmare. Does anyone know of a quick repair...

Hi, we've just moved in to a new house (new to us) and we have a front garden that, well . . . it's not the prettiest. Trying to think exactly what to do with and would be grateful for any thoughts. Don't mind a little graft to get it nice but it will all be DIY so nothing too taxing. Lifting...

I take it you mean the grey and white things to the right. It's possible, definitely. Really difficult to check as access is really difficult. I had to lean over with the camera to take the photo.

Thanks. It seems to be coming from under the white thing with "hot water", "heating" arrows.

Hi Folks, we have a leak in the central heating/hot water plumbing. I think it's coming from this . . . . . . .could you tell me what it is. Does it have a name? Many thanks!! IMG_5066 by TheSalad posted 19 Feb 2016 at 8:51 AM IMG_5065 by TheSalad posted 19 Feb 2016 at 8:51 AM IMG_5063 by...

Hi there, I plan to rebuild a small ornamental garden wall (5m x 0.4m) next week. I see the weather varies a little from 6degrees (day) to -3degrees (night). Can I do the wall during the day even if the temp at night is minus. Any advice would be appreciated. Many thanks!!

Hi Folks, we have just moved in to a new house (new to us) and the shower surround has feet holding it in place and screwed in to the shower base, so that it is raised just a centemetre from the base. Since we moved in (10 days ago) sealant that someone has placed around the feet has been...

Sorry guys but you have deviated a little from my original question. It was indeed virtually a straight swap, MR16 halogens and transformers came out, GU10s LEDs went in. I haven't changed anything else. All I'm asking is how to repair the damage around the hole . . . . . . . .

Hi Folks, I have had the electrician in to change all my Halogen downlights in kitchen and bathroom to LEDs. But he had an awful time getting some of the downlight fittings out and some damage has occurred on a few of them, see below. What would be the best way to repair this damage? Many...

espares directed me to this item http://www.espares.co.uk/product/es622907/cord-2x0-75x2100w?pageNumber=1&SearchTerm=50273006002 I think I will check integrity of the wires inside again, if ok then will tape up and buy some LED bulbs.

Thanks for the quick responses. It is model number ZHC 605 X / GB. Zanussi. The cables inside don't appear to be damaged, no.

Hi folks, I came to change a cooker hood bulb yesterday and noticed that a protective cable cover had melted, must have been resting on the bulb, see below . . . . . IMG_4710 by TheSalad posted 17 Jul 2015 at 10:47 AM It needs changing, can anyone recommend where I can get a replacement? I've...

I've taken it apart again and have observed water still trickling when the flush valve is removed. Which must indicate a problem with the basket seal doesn't it? Any thoughts? How do you remove the flush valve basket?

Hi, what do you mean by clear silicone on the seal . . . . . where?