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Thanks Agile - never thought of that :o I'd need to source funds for materials first.... But no idea what our agency's actual position is on it..(legal & vetting etc).... will have to check with manager.....and I'll post back. Job is in G4 0 if anyone is interested...

Cheers guys had a feeling it couldn't be done without it. Have since asked a few contractors to have a look and requote for essential work only and will try getting a crisis loan for her. We're a small council funded agency who help vulnerable/disabled homeowners with building...

Hi guys, I understand that a vent is needed for safety of back boiler etc, however there is a dilemma here. I have a disabled client with no income who has DLA benefit in appeal - thus doesn't qualify for EST new heating system yet. Her heating packed up just before recent winter and started...

Never thought about the drip below the render :oops: woody. So staying naturally damp from ground water is ok? Forgot to mention, the lower brickwork is also painted - not ideal, but its not flacking or bubbling, so not sure if its keeping any mositure in. They want to be able to...

Well I suppose i'll leave him to it then, its not housing anyone as such, except him when footering about with cars :lol: . I believe he does need BW, (.5m away from boundary) but apparently BC have seen drawings and have said its ok (?) and they will write letter to confirm this. Planning...

Not a builder just a technician...

I've just found out a mate I put planning through for is building his garage with no foundations...Yes quite bizarre and I've advised against. However he is going through with it. Its the largest he could get away with (5x5.5m) twin skinned block and roughcast. My query is apparently...

Please forgive my naivety but advice would be appreciated. I have a house with exterior wall pebble dashed with facing brick at ground level (not engineering brick) A few bricks have spalled and (whole face of brick has come away not crumbled) it looked like someone had already tried to...