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Hi, We're having an extension built and the builder has just put the floor joists in for downstairs. He has built a small load bearing wall down the length to help bear the weight. The total span for each joist is approx 11 ft ... so 5 1/2 ft each way. The joist size is approx 4'' *...

Hi, I'm building an extension but I'm unsure as to what flooring material to use. I was going to lay the lot in high denisity chip board flooring but a friend has told me that I should lay in marine ply in the kitchen. This sounds like it may be overkill to me given there will be...

Hi, I have recently started excavating footings for my 2 storey extension to the side of my house having had all the necessary planning/ building control approval. Problem is we have uncovered a 4 inch gas main approx 1 foot to the OUTSIDE of the extension. I am informed by a friend who...