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Hi Gees, Is the stopcock inside the house or are you referring to the shutoff valve outside? The lead pipe will be connected to the plastic pipe with a lead-loc this looks like a large compression joint. Take care if you decide to break this joint not to undo the lead side unless you have a...

Hi Gees, Is the stopcock inside the house or are you referring to the shutoff valve outside? The lead pipe will be connected to the plastic pipe with a lead-loc this looks like a large compression joint. Take care if you decide to break this joint not to undo the lead side unless you have a...

Right, I see, seems to me your MEM consumer unit is rather outdated. I can only recommend you have it changed for a modern unit. This is not really a DIY job as the supply company should be involved in order to disconnect the incoming supply while the work is done. If you are not sure of what is...

The earlier you do it the more efficient your boiler will remain. Answer - Now! Chippie

That depends... Give more details, I'll try and help.

Personally, I would fit a new seal. Its not worth all the hassle for the sake of half an hours work and a few coppers for a new seal. Chippie

Why do you want to up rate a smaller fuse? The problem is not if the consumer unit has the capacity, Its the wiring. If you are 'blowing' fuses you must have a problem?? Give more details - I'll try and help. Chippie

Sorry, Wiring regs. only permit one item to be run as a spur (one double socket is OK). To do this you only need to run one cable. Although 1.5mm 'twin and earth' will comply with regs. I would recommend you use 2.5mm. If you want to run two double sockets either run two spurs, from...

How do you Know it will condense up any way? It may not, as the oak will give the tank a degree of insulation. If it does, I suggest you give the tank a coat of furniture wax. This will dispel any water and prevent the oak from soaking it up. If the outside of the tank is colder than the...

A combi Boiler relies on 'flow rate' to ignite the heating elements in your boiler. Check to see that the incoming cold water valves are fully open. Chippie

Sometimes steam or water can remove dents in wood but I need more information before I make a suggestion. Is the floor 'tiles' or wood blocks? Has it got a varnish or wax finish? How old is it? and What is the sub floor? PLEASE DON'T TRY WATER OR STEAM YET! If you can answer the questions first...

It depends What you are trying to do. Can you give more info?? Chippie

You probably have an air lock. To remove it you will need to backfill the hot water system. You can sometimes clear it, if you have a mixer tap on the bath by turning both taps on and holding your hand over the spout. this will force the could water around the hot circuit and push any trapped...

You can get blanking plates, but they look like blanking plates. By far the best method of work is to repair the damage using a filler, if you are left with small holes, or a small piece of plasterboard if the hole is too big, and mach the artex pattern with a small application around the...

£85.00 Doesn't sound too bad if the guy is reg. for VAT and if he's got any amount of work he will be, £12.66 will be the VAT, Tap (with valve), wall plate, isolating valve, pipe and fittings would be around £10.00 (trade) That leaves him with £62.34 to pay for his time, van, insurance...

Sounds like your doors are solid timber. If so, all you need do is wash with 'Sugar Soap' and lightly sand the surface with 80grit sandpaper to provide a key for the new paint. Use a GOOD QUALITY undercoat and two top coats of an oil bound eggshell finish. Don't use high gloss it will be far...

Eddy, This is a bit grand - but it might give you something to think about!! http://www.sears.com/sr/craftsman/projects_tips/soon_to_be_bv/pt_stbbv_cozycabin.jsp Chippie

Yep! I think you have to pay - I'll see if I can find you some free ones...Hold tight I'll will return!! Chippie

Eddy, This mob: http://www.gardenbuildings.freeserve.co.uk/ list a plan for a 6'x 6' Wendy House. (last item on list) Hope this is of some use - Chippie

Fitting an outside tap is one of the simplest plumbing jobs there is. Its a shame you are not going to have a go yourself. there are 'no plumb' kits around you only have to drill the hole in the wall and fix the tap to the wall. The water connection is made with a self tapping clamp. Anyway if...