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I would be most grateful any \\\" Boffin\\\" can explain to me the science behind the Combi boiler so I can understand why my boiler shake. At present as a layman all I understand is: Gas supplied through the main. Electric to run the timer & maybe spark? Water comes in from the main...

I have existing combi boiler(Halstead Finest Gold) in the kitchen, mounted on a plasterboard partition wall next to a bathroom. The flue route is:from above boiler,a 90 deg elbow,200mm into an ex-external wall, out the other side(conservatory), 300mm away an elbow up, 350mm uo penetrate the...

Hi, I bought a vauxhall zafira Elegance 2.0 dti 0404 reg recently from network Q. From the minute I drove out of the forecourt and try to fill in petrol( as usual only minimum to let you get out) when I open the flap, Wow no petrol cap inside. When I got home, I checked, the 2 end caps...

Hi I had a conservatory built last summer by Taylor Made Windows and Conservatories Ltd, Walsall, West Midlands. There had been a number of problem and defects which they did not come back to rectify. I have alraedy paid 95% otherwise they would not even complete the roof & electric...

Hi I am considering a raised decking on a VERY sloping garden. the gradient is 1.0m rise to 2.0m length. The soil is clayey. How to construct teh foundation for the posts. say the post above ground have to be around 1.5m. Q1) How far should I dig for a 100x100 post? Q2) How big the...

Could we have a forum to discuss legal matters & consumers rights or eliminating rogue traders. A lot of time, whether you are caring out DIY at home or buying goods, you felt you have been con but do not know what to do. Sometimes you just wish to discuss with another person to get a...

Hi, I am about to start on a project to convert an airing cupboard into a shower/toilet room. I would appreciate advise on: Q1) To build a frame & panels to hide cistern, what sheet materials should I use? Q2) I heard there is a type of MDF board that is suitable for shower, is this...

Hi I am converting an airing cupboard into a shower. 2 walls are block & plaster & 1 wall is a stud partition with plasterboard& skimmed. a ceramic shower tray 800 x800 is to be install and a glass shower screen to be install. To minimise cost & work: Q1) Are there any other wall...

I wish to install laminated floor in the conservatory. The conservatory is of concrete floor construction with DPM under concrete. I have more or less decide on Uniclik 950V range but willing to change if advise from you wisemen could convince that I have chosen a poor product. Q1) Is the...

I am connected to Blueyonder (Cable)?? They supplied a motorola Modem with USB & Ethernet connection? I am considering wireless router so my laptop from work can be accessing when I am home in the evening and my home PC can access the internet too. Q1) What are best? Q2) Which made is...

I moved into the house with a Halstead Finest Gold. It had numerous problem inthe 4 yrs & recently, it begin to "Loud shaking noise" when HW turn on but no CH. Q1) What could be the problem? Q2) How to check step by step to find what cause it? Q3) How to resolve? The boiler's flue leave...