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Hello This is my first time using a dehumidifier so I am not sure if my dehumidifier is working properly. I got a new Wessex dehumidifier. It's been on for more than 24 hours but has not collected a single drop of water. It also emits cold air ( I was expecting it to emit warm air). I have...

My worktop behind the sink is rotting. It has become detached from the sink and from the tiles. The water can seep through easily. Also, it has some holes which I am covering with black duct tape. I have also used a lot of silicone to fill the gap between the worktop and titles. The silicone...

HI I have a conservatory whose gutter stop end has broken off. So I am looking for a new one and I can't figure out which one I need. With my research I found out that I need ogee stop end. So I bought one but it's not the right size. Before I buy another one, are you able to give me any...

My Candy washing machine has started dripping underneath. I suspect it’s leaking near the filter area. I have cleaned the filter. Propeller also turns. Cannot see anything obvious in there. I don’t notice it dripping when the machine is filling. It starts happening sometimes in the middle or...

Due to high winds, some of the plaster / cement around my roof tiles has come off. Please see picture. Is this a diy job or do I need a roofer. If it’s a diy job, what material do I need? Thanks

The main burner of my gas cooker is not spreading the flame around. The flame is mainly coming from the middle. I have given it a thorough clean, specially used a needle to clean the gas chamber (circled red). After cleaning, I got more flame in the middle and its still not spreading around...

Hello My IKEA bathroom cabinet has started to rot, such as sink side panel and cabinet doors. What are the ways I can prolong its life and make it aesthetically pleasing. Please see pictures attached. Thanks.

A really silly question. My wireless boiler thermostat controller has packed in. How do I turn on / off my radiators without using thermostat? How do I set temperature without the thermostat? Cannot see any button on my boiler to turn it on. It’s a Greenstar i boiler Thanks.

I bought this flush handle only few months ago from a local DIY shop and now the handle has become loose. I have tried to tighten the lever nut but it does not fit properly and becomes loose again. What are my options? Shall I try to get a metal/brass level nut and see if that works? Would...

Hi When I moved into my new property, it has this electric heater in the bathroom. It turns on but it's extreeeemely slow in heating up. Is this normal? I haven't used such electric heaters in bathrooms previously. thanks

I watch TV just occasionally. I have an old Sky HD box without any subscription. Now I want to take my TV to another room and I cannot take Sky box to that room. What are my option if I want to watch free Sky channels without Sky box and without paying any subscriptions to any other service? I...

This is not a DIY question, but wondering if anyone can shed some light on my question. I have a smart meter. My Electric and Gas standing charges are 55p and 30p (approx) Every morning when I get up, my smart meter is showing around £1.10 I am wondering from Midnight to morning should only...

Hi I have Center RF Wireless Transmitter (340017). Its been turning On/Off for few weeks. Changing batteries won't help. I think I will have to get a new one. Any recommendations to replace this thermostat with a new one so it can work with my old receiver? (Transmitter and Receiver were...

Hi Maybe someone can advise me. I was using grill in my Belling range cooker and the electricity tripped. After that grill is not turing on. My question is: Would it be just a matter of replacing the grill or do you think there would be something more sinister fault? thanks

Hi I hope everyone is safe during the lockdown. Maybe someone can help. I have a Creda Florida Plus electric shower that has started dripping. So I opened the cover and found where its leaking. plz see the pic. I searched the internet and I think I need this part...

Hi I need some help with fixing my dual flush cistern which is leaking into the toilet. I screwed off the dual flush buttons and had a look at the washer. I guess I need to change the washer. Please can you tell me: a - How to take off the washer (plz have a look at the picture) b - How can...

hi. I hope you can help. My conservatory door screws have come off. How can I fix it back? Would I have to take the full door off? thanks for your help.

I have a Worcester Greenstar junior 24i boiler which is working fine. Its about 10 years old. I am an EDF customer and may be eligible for new boiler replacement (I have not contacted them as yet to confirm this). My enquiry is: Should I get a new boiler from EDF (if I am eligible) or just...

Hi Recently I have done my new driveway from a friend like builder. He advised me to put gravel next to the outside walls (instead of putting a drain). Another plumber friend has seen the work and he says that the driveway paver should really have put a drain next to the walls instead of...

Hi. My first time here. Hopefully I can get some help with this little problem. I have a sagging front door. I have to lift it up to close it. Is it possible to fix it so it can close easily? thanks