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None visible outside but this crack has slowly developed over the last few years and I've noticed skirting boards have started developing a gap as well. Looks unsightly to me and if left it will probably get bigger. Just to point out that this is a mid terrace house and this particular wall...

Hi, I have noticed what seems to be cracking of some sort upstairs on my landing wall. Other symptoms are doors that stick, one or two doors loose off hinges. Is this subsidence? Should I be worried? I am fully insured and I am a bit worried that any insurance claim will affect the...

Hi all. I have never done a full house refurb so please could you advise if this is a fair quote? This is a a 2 bed end terrace house. - full repoint three walls - replace guttering, facia, and downpipe - some repairs to roof and underfelt - full damp proof course - full replaster -...

I think Dan is just asking as he may have tried to help with my last issue with dry rot.

Yes. Lol.

Sorry - I wasn't! Wrong button pressed in reply!

Any reason why?

Any reason why?

Any reason? How is this linked to the original post ?

Different house altogether. Anyway, that was sorted by a professional. New floor including treatment! This is a pic of another house I'm looking at putting an offer in for... Does it look like structural issue? I don't think it's that but opinions appreciated!

Just been to see a house and noticed this crack near the upstairs bedroom window. This crack is on the wall which is shared with the neighbour. I personally don't think it's top much to worry about but any professional comments would be greatly appreciated! Above the room is the loft which...

Should i be worried about this plant growing through my wall? This is at the back of my house, kitchen wall, about two bricks up from floor. Take a look at the pic! Any comments advice welcome! Will this cause me problems?

Should i be worried about this plant growing through my wall? This is at the back of my house, kitchen wall, about two bricks up from floor. Take a look at the pic! Any comments advice welcome! Will this cause me problems?

Hi, Thanks for all the good advice. I am also getting a damp proof course done as well as dry rot treatment. They have ripped off a good two to three feet of plaster from the walls. But the £850 is simply for the dry rot treatment. The size of the room is approximately 3meters by 3meters...

Hi all, I have just purchased a cheap property with the intention of renovating and letting out. When the carpets were lifted the floorboards in the front room are very wet with white dry rot spores. The house is a very small two up two down terraced house. To remove the floor...

Hi all, My bathroom is a hot bed for mould and condensation. we only have a small window so we need to install an extractor fan. however, i am confused. Here is what i know: 1. One connected with light switch, turns on, then turns after a few minutes of turning light off 2. Pull cord -...

Hi All, I am getting my front Yard re-done. but before I start, I need some ideas. I dont live in a semi detached or semi detached house. I live in a 3 bed terrace with a front yard which is not gigantic. I dont have a drive way. I just want the yard to look appealing and different. All...

Should I be worried that this had to be done?

Actually, u have just answered my question! It certainly looks like cavity wall tie replacement. It's identical to the last image in this page. Thank you!!! http://www.diyuniverse.com/damp-remedial/63-cavity-wall-ties

What's a wall tie and why would it need to be replaced?