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Hi I have a 3" rain water drainpipe that runs under my 60s house from the guttering at the back to the main drains at the front of the house which I am concerned may have collapsed. I got Dynorod out to do an inspection but the guy couldn't fit his camera down the drain as the pipe goes a foot...

Hi looking for some advice, the spindle on one of my Belmont radiator valves has started leaking. I tried tightening up the packing nut but to no avail. Is it the green o-rings I need? Tried my local plumbers mechant but they didn't have any. I heard these valves were not easy to replace with...

In the corner of my kitchen I have a short section of wall which extends from the main wall to around the height and width of the counter top. I believe there was originally a built-in cupboard in the corner and one of the previous owners must have demolished it leaving only this small bit...

Hi, I have a galvanised steel water tank in the loft which has developed a pinhole leak in the base due to rust. The leak is very slight, it hasn't even created a damp patch on the ceiling. I put a coffee cup beneath it and it takes about a week to fill it up. I could have it replaced but I...

Hi, I have a back boiler in my living room fireplace with an air vent on the other side of the room. I was thinking of putting up a conservatory in my back garden. The side of the conservatory will be close to the vent, but I don't think there will be any ventilation issues. How much space do I...

What is the opinion on using a steel base to install a conservatory? Seems like an easier solution for the DIYer than the excavation required for a traditional base.