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    Boiler pressure

    Hi, when cold the pressure is 1.0 but when the heating comes on it goes to 1.4 to 1.6, is this normal? Thanks for your help
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    2.5mm cable for extra sockets

    I've added 2 extra sockets in my new kitchen both running off separate existing wall sockets. 1 is for kettle and other for dishwasher. Original sockets won't be used due to new kitchen design. Ran it with 2.5mm cable. Electrician doing my cooker cable said 2.5mm isn't ok for these sockets, is...
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    Radiator not heating up

    Hi, Since moving in 1 radiator upstairs just won't heat. I drained the system to remove a radiator yesterday then bled all radiators 3 times. All are ok except this original problem radiator. It was warm at the bottom then once I started to bleed it, it went cold! Despite there being 1.4 bar...
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    End stop caps

    I need to remove a radiator permanently. Will the plastic stop ends from screwfix do the job and would i need to drain system or push it on quick!! Thank you. Combi boiler
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    SWA for 2 sockets

    Hi, Need to run cable outside from consumer unit to put 2 sockets in kitchen (unit at front, kitchen at rear). 1 socket dedicated to integral fridge freezer, other 1 a double on worktop for kettle. Length is approx 60ft, would a 2.5mm cable be adequate? I'm running cable then electrician to do...
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    SWA cable for new cooker ring

    Hi, Need to run a cable outside the house then back in to the consumer unit. Length around 60ft as easier this way than lifting all the glued down boards outside. Is 10mm overkill as it's just 1 built in double oven around 4 _ 5.5kw depending on model. I'll be running the cable and getting it...
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    New ovens in kitchen

    Hi, I have bought a renovated house which for some reason doesn't have a cooker switch, totally rewired but not put the effort in to add 1. Current oven is 13amp on plug and induction hob on plug. Looking to upgrade kitchen and have a built on oven on plug and a compact oven above it on plug...
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    Why turn off upstairs radiators

    I have been told I'll save money by turning off the upstairs radiators but I don't know why . I have a remote thermostat in my living room and the temperature will never rise above 20 degrees, the boiler is set at maximum of 75 degrees. I think its due to the fact the house was renovated and...
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    What bulb is this?

    There's no mark on it, located in ceiling lights, does anyone know what make/model they are please as I need a few replacements. Thank you
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    Gas boiler service

    I have a boiler which was installed in November 2018, I had it serviced for 2 years to keep warranty. The plumber said it's not really worth it as all he can really do is check emissions. Is it worth annual service now warranty is void and put money to 1 side for repairs? Thank you
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    EICR and following faults

    Hi, I've just had an EICR done on my rental property and 2 weeks later the electric oven isn't heating and the electric hot water cylinder isn't heating up. During the job the wiring was reconfigured in "the 24hr DB to allow all circuits to be protected by RCD" and " "replace main switch with...
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    Random tap water release

    Every so often a trickle of water comes out of the mixer taps in my static caravan. I've replaced both cartridges but it's still happening, yet it doesn't happen in my house? What's causing this as it's annoying, especially after changing cartridges. Thank you all.
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    Uneven window reveal

    Hi, I had a leak and the paint and plasterboard bubbled, I rubbed it down and applied some fillet but it looks awful. What's the best way for a novice to make it presentable as trades won't waste their time with such a small job. Thank you
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    Changing cement colour

    I have a stone fireplace with cement, how do i change the colour of the existing cement colour? Thank you
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    Change cement colour

    I have a stone fireplace with cement, how do i change the colour of the existing cement colout? Thank you
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    Damp patches on walls

    I have these patches on my walls. I've sealed the outside render, 2 coats of bullseye 123, 2 coats of masonry paint outside, same on inside walls with emulsion not masonry paint, yet the patches are still coming through. It is on a front facing wall, which are 3ft thick built in 1900s, doesn't...
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    1 radiator not working

    I have replaced trv head in case it was faulty but it works on other rad. Pin moving ok. Bled rad, all fine. Replaced trv head, opened to 5 and opened lock shield fully, both inlet and return pipes are cold, rest of house fine. Any suggestions very much welcome thank you
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    3 way mitre

    I have the above conundrum, so was looking to get the 3 way corner pre formed edges. I have 10mm tile edging, would 10mm pieces be ok or do I need to allow for adhesive as some are mentioning? Tiles are you9mm.Thank
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    Dirty floor tiles

    My floor tiles have a cement like substance on them where the pointing hasn't been done properly. I've scrubbed it with patio cleaner to no effect. Will this do the job? I know I'd need to reseal, but they look dirty all the time. Thank you
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    Sealing bricks/concrete

    How do I seal bricks/concrete to a matt matt finish? It currently leaves a lot of dust. Thank you.
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