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Hi all looking for some advice here. These Cockspur handles seem to have been in place for a long time. I need to swap them out, but what the heck is holding them in? Look like rivets?? How to remove? https://ibb.co/cKhLhphH https://ibb.co/ZRMkrbtR

Hi all, I'm swapping out a 2 gang two way switch, however, the old one seems to have more connections than the new. The new seems to be one short? Can anyone please confirm what goes where in this case? Thank you. https://ibb.co/8ggzYrjf https://ibb.co/LzFn2GKB

Hi all, just looking for ideas on a solution to this skylight issue. Either the roofer or the window installer appears to have forgotten something and there's a big gap around it. Looks like some kind of bezel is needed or something? The job was done ages ago, so no chance of getting the...

Hi all, this downlight isn't working. Are the replacements all pretty much standard? Hope get one from Screwfix or Toolstation but don't want to get the wrong thing. https://ibb.co/LXYnH58r https://ibb.co/8L1zKtNg

Hi all, trying to change a dual switched light fitting. This pic is the one that is currently up but the new one only has three wires, LN and earth. Can anyone advise where those three would go into this? https://ibb.co/Z69nggj3

Hi all. I need to reset a garden flagstone and also point between few gaps. I need a tough mortar and someone suggested using SBR. As this stuff is only available in 5 litre tubs - which I just don't need - I'm looking instead for any alternative ideas?

Hi all, would really appreciate some help here. What's needed for this? Can I replace the thermostat part only?? Any tips? https://ibb.co/VY735GP1

Hi all. Elderly relative needs this bathroom uPVC handle replacing. Bit confusing (for me) looking at how to measure it, as there are different types? Any pointers on this appreciated. https://ibb.co/G4SM81y2

Anyone have any experience with these window bars/replacement? They are rotting on my summerhouse and the manufacturer sent me some replacement bars. However, not sure how to replace them and concerned about breaking the panes. Any advice appreciated. https://ibb.co/MnF4dKy...

Hi all. Need to remove this rad to decorate. Can't find similar on YouTube so looking for any advice to remove it. Straightforward job? Any pointers appreciated, than you https://ibb.co/Yp00LJ0 https://ibb.co/2YHsxQ0

Hi guys, this 3 way switch controls the main bathroom light, a second light and the extractor fan. Been flashing occasionally when turned on, so seems it needs a new switch. Anything to watch for here or is it just a case of getting a new switch and copying the wire/terminal layout ? (And...

Aargh. Drilled into a wall and managed to nick a live wire. First time I've done such a thing. My assumed fix ... 1) Turn all leccy off. 2) Dig out plaster to get to channel. 3) locate the damaged wire(s) and cut out. 4) rejoin the wires using junction/packbox. 5). Replaster the channel...

Hi all, I need to get a curtain pole up over the doors in my conservatory. The length is around 8 foot. The problem is that there is an rsj right above the door and I can only drill in for about 20mm. I did put one up, but after few days it's come down. Any ideas to fix it back?

Hi all. Any help with this please? An elderly uncle wants me to replace his bathroom light and has sent me this pic of the old one up there now. Not seen that kind before to be honest. I'm assuming that once unscrewed it will reveal the usual twin and earth going into it?

Hi all, installing a dishwasher, can someone please advise on where the pipes should go into this system? dishwasher install

Hi all. These stone balls are in a friend's garden. Very old and the worse for wear. What process is needed to fix them? Some kind of render? Is it a job for a stonemason as opposed to a diy merchant maybe?

Hi all, seen other posts on this but can't find my specific answer. My bathroom sink plug needs changing. Ive attached a couple of pics, one of the hole and one from underneath the sink. Can some advise how I get it out please? And are replacements pretty standard? Thanks so much for any help.

Hi all. My auntie sent a pic of her leaking bathtap. Pretty old as you can see. Would these taps have cartridges or just washers? Any tips as I want to go prepared. Many thanks.

Hi guys, would appreciate your advice. Bought couple of wall lights from ebay - they are French and pretty old Apparently rewired about 5 years ago. Anyway, I need them rewiring before I install them onthe wall but I'm not sure if I simply need to duplicate the current wires or is it...

Hi all. Looking for a bit of advice on repairing our washer. What has happened is that one of the plastic dividers (arms?) from inside the drum, has come off. It is possible to push it back into its slot, but .... it needs to be screwed back on from underneath (outside) the drum. I've had a...