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    What should I charge to fit like for like bathroom?

    I have a bathroom to fit, everything is already out so it's just a case of dropping the bath in, hanging the basin and WC. All pipes are ready with isolation valves ready for me to pipe from. Pretty simple but I'm wondering what price to give, i'm in the merseyside area.
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    Pro Combi 85 HE (Pipework Layout Problem?)

    Looked at a CH system today which has been left half done; plumber did a runner - and after having a good look round think there may be some fixing to do. There are 22mm F&R pipes branching off to all rads but the downstairs hallway rad completes the 'loop'. 22mm Flow reduces to 15mm and...
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    SDS

    We all know what an SDS drill is but what does "SDS" stand for? :?: :?:
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    Whats the best pipe bender?

    I have a Rothenberger pipe bender but it leaves a small indentation on the pipe which sometimes causes problems when I need to solder a fitting close the bend. I'm considering buying a new bender; more chunky handles if possible, I know the Monument ones used to have chunky handles but...
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    Outside Tap How Much?

    I'm being bombarded with requests for outside taps at the moment but can't decide what price to charge. I know locally advertised blag plumbers are charging £35 for those DIY self tapping ones... I want to fit mine properly with a double check valve, isolation valve and drain off...
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    Astra Estate P Reg

    I'm interested in buying a nice Astra Estate (its P reg) but would like to know if there are any recuring faults or common problems to look for on it. :?
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    Sealing up posible fire escape?

    A friend of mine is intending to brick up her kitchen doorway (leading to rear garden) to enable her to fit her dream kitchen. This will result in there being only one door left in the kitchen leading to the hallway. Does anybody know if this is breaking any safety regulations? Her housing...
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    Smell of gas!

    Just been reading some DIY disasters and was reminded of a call out I had a while ago; Turned up at a fellas house to investigate a report of a strong smell of gas coming from the landing area. The fella was ranting and raving about how some of our lads had recently fitted a couple of wall...
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