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    Loft conversion with regular/traditional heating system

    I'm hoping for some help from anyone that's gone through the same process as I'm about to start. I'm looking to convert our loft and currently have a fully functional regular heating system with f&e tank, cold water tank and Worcester Bosch boiler that looks under ten years old all in the loft...
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    Samsung UE55JU6800K Bottom 4 LED Strips Not Working

    Hoping for some help as the bottom four LED strips on my Samsung UE55JU6800K TV are not working. I've replaced all of the LED strips for brand new ones and also swapped out the power supply for one that has been tested and it's still not fixed the issue. What else could be causing the issue...
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    Changing light pendant to one that only has live, earth and neutral

    I'm changing a light pendant, one of two in the hallway controlled by a 3 way light switch, however the new one only has live, earth and neutral connections. I have three pairs of black and red, one black with a red sleeve and need help as to how to wire this new fitting. Thanks in advance.
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    Making a fireplace bigger

    Hoping for some advice. I have an early 90's house and have removed the old gas fire which had already had the gas pipe capped off by a gas safe professional. I removed the cast concrete fire surround and all the vermiculate and have installed a reinforced lintel to get the required 814mm...
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    Help with rear and side extension plans

    I'm hoping someone can help as I have a first draft for plans for a single rear and double side extension. The rear extension is straightforward enough but I'm struggling with ideas for the double side extension plans due to the plot shape and space between the house and angled detached garage...
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    Replacing hard-wired smoke alarms

    I have old hard-wired smoke alarms and was wondering if there are any new ones that are compatible with the existing wiring adapter/harness. If not, is it possible to buy a wiring adapter?
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    Used the steamer on wallpaper border

    Hoping for advice. I've used a wallpaper steamer to remove a border that has been up probably twenty odd year and it has caused patching when I've scraped the paper off. Please see photos. How can I rectify this? Also, there is a strip of paper in the corners. What is this? How can I fix it?
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    Removing plate heat exchanger on a combi

    Hoping for some advice. I need to remove the plate heat exchanger on my combi boiler to clean it. I've switched off the power to the boiler, closed off the valves and drained it using a hose and checked the pressure is on 0. However, when I start unscrewing the screws that hold it in place I am...
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    Bathroom in Victorian house

    Just wondering if I can get some advice. I have removed the old toilet, shower and wash basin and the lead soil pipe that ran under the floorboards and out to the soil stack on the exterior. I have cut the soil stack using an angle grinder and know that I need a rubber connector for the old pipe...
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    Joists load bearing

    Is there a formula for working out how far up I can move the rafter ties to create more ceiling height in the bathroom?
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    Best way to deal with cracks in external render

    Hoping for some advice as to how to deal with cracks in external render on a gable end. Is there a product to fill it before repainting? Is this filler from Toolstation any good? Any help or suggestions gratefully received!
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    Dishwasher position under workshop

    Not too sure if this is the correct forum group to post this so please move if not. I have installed a dishwasher under a quartz worktop on a platform but there is still a 20mm gap between the top of the dishwasher and bottom of the worktop. Do I need to raise the platform so it sits flush...
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    U Wedges for window restrictor

    Does anyone know where I can buy a pack of these levelling u shims/Packers from please? I need it to add window restrictors to upstairs windows.
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    Making slits for profile handles on kitchen doors

    Hoping someone can help. I bought two new kitchen cupboard doors and need to make straight slits in order to fit the original slim profile handles. Can any give me an idea how to do this and make straight slits please?
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    Internal door catching at top

    Hoping someone can help. I removed an internal door to varnish it and paint the reveal and architrave at the same time. I have reinstalled the door and it is now sagging. I removed some wood from the top hinge recess in the frame to help but it's still sagging and catching at the top when trying...
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    Replacing kitchen doors

    I need to replace a couple of kitchen doors but don't know where the kitchen came from. Can anyone help based on the photos below please?
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    Adjusting UPVC Casement window for better seal

    Can anyone give me an idea how to make a better seal on a uPVC casement window on the bottom side opposite the hinged top side. I've attached a couple of images for reference. TIA
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    Texecom Premier Alarm Faulty Door Sensor

    Hi all, I am hoping for some help with a family member's alarm system that was installed at the same time the house was built. It is a Texecom Premier alarm and the main door sensor seems to be faulty. I have armed the sytem with the door shut and the exit beep is still intermittent rather than...
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    Looking at changing downpipe and hopper to cast iron style

    Can anyone tell me if the cast iron style guttering is worth the extra money? I'm looking at updating it on my Victorian house. If it is worth it where is the best place to buy it? Thanks
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    Insulating between battens on Victorian terraced house

    I've removed the old lathe and plaster from my Victorian walls and plan to batten out and use 12.5mm plasterboard. Can I insulated between the battens? What's the best material to use?
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