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Going to be tiling externally for the first time using 600sq x 9mm porcelain. Base is concrete slab. Largest area is the patio 5mx4m. I understand the tile is thin for external (want it to match the existing internal tiles) they do state external use. But because of that potential weakness i'm...

Hi, i'm building a wood constructed extension on to the existing house. Couple of questions on the wall composition - there isn't a lot of wall. Got a couple of concerns on the outer side of the wall.....is the air gap needed or can the void be filled with 25mm celotex? If air gap, are top...

Question is, can I tee into my sewer with the new soil pipe and close back up? or does it have to have an access manhole?

I'm currently thinking of diy fitting a kitchen island with sink and dishwasher. The only thing that concerns me or that I can't understand is How to fit the 2 x 40mm waste pipes into the drain as they will be underground. The drain will likely be clay and I'm not sure of the proper connections?

I need someone with battery or solar off grid experience to fault find on an off grid system in Leicestershire area. Any recommendations of people or help appreciated. Trouble is I cannot find a trade who are experienced in this. the system was fitted by a solar electrician but he did make it...

I have a chalet and have an electrician installing an off grid solar system. He's told me to design and supply everything I want and he's going to fit. He fits grid tie but hasn't done an off grid. I've got 2 x sharp 250w panels 1 x hybrid 4000w off grid inverter with charge controller...

I have purchased a house on a corner plot a year ago. I want to keep space at the back for 2 cars parking and the rest of the land is unwanted. Its an eyesore, the wall has fallen and something needs to be done with it. A builder suggested he had seen similar sites accepted for a house since...

I purchased a derelict end terrace to rent out rooms. There are 4 rooms being used as bedrooms so it falls under normal domestic regs. Before starting the project I rang local council, told them what I was doing and asked if I needed any regs. They said I didn't need regs but recommended a...

Hi all, doing out a cloakroom replacing the toilet and sink. When removing the sink the 32mm waste pipe went directly into the concrete floor. Just above the concrete floor was a compression joint which sheared with only minimum pressure to try to undo. The compression joint is orange (makes me...