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Hi, I am researching the possibility of converting my loft to become a 4th bedroom. We live in an Edwardian hipped-roof semi, and I've no intention of doing a hip-to-gable conversion, as I don't like the way it visually unbalances the pair of houses. Because of the hipped roof, I am limited...

I am trying to reduce my energy bills (aren't we all!) and was wondering if it's cheaper to heat my water with the immersion heater or using the gas boiler. Obviously as it's summer the rads are off right now so there's no need to fire up the boiler unless I need hot water. I have an indirect...

I am trying to reduce my energy bills (aren't we all!) and was wondering if it's cheaper to heat my hot water with the immersion heater or using the gas boiler. Obviously as it's summer the rads are off right now so there's no need to fire up the boiler unless I need hot water. I have an...

I am planning to build a small swimming pool in my back garden. Ideally I want it enclosed as you know what British weather is like. I've been looking at pool enclosures and to be honest the cheap ones are ugly and the nice ones are well out of my price range. I was thinking, can I get away with...

Thanks for the info guys. Would prefer to terminte outside as it will look neater from the inside, and saves drilling too many big holes into my log cabin. Sorry if it was a basic question. I'm not a leccy just a competent (and careful) DIYer. I reckon I could tackle the job myself but it...

What junction box would you recommend for terminating 2 ends of 10mm SWA? The box will be mounted on the outside of my log cabin with a feed to the shed behind. Needs to be waterproof. Thanks guys.

Thanks for the info guys. The 16A MCB on the house CU is non RCD. The RCD will be installed in the log cabin. Is this right? Ok, going by the test it looks like 6mm SWA will be good for a 50m run. No I have not told my LABC yet. Might give them a call tomorrow to see where I stand. I'll...

Log cabin is being used as a gym, so sockets will only power a mini hifi and an exercise bike, possibly a fan too in this weather! The shed will run usual power tools: mitre saw, electric mower, shredder etc. But I very much doubt if I'll be using the cabin and shed at the same time. Ok, I...

I want to run some SWA to power my log cabin, just lights and 1 double socket. What thickness SWA should I use for a 50m run? Also, can I mount it on my fence instead of burying it, as it will be a huge trench to dig. The fence is wooden panels set between concrete posts and very study. If I...