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BAS seems to be posting the same reply an all the sub forums. Has he gone nuts?

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I have a 25w max LED transformer powering 2x7w and 1x4w LEDs. Works fine but after a while all 3 LEDs start to flash on & off. Is the transformer duff or am I using the wrong rating?

My Texecom Prem 48 has started sounding a tone each time the door is opened even when it isn't armed or in the process of arming. It started after I changed the battery over & suspect I've accidentally set a parameter. Anyone familiar with these that can tell me which parameter I should...

Can someone advise the correct cable to use for an external security light? Some of the cable will be exposed.

Quick question. Is it a building regs sin to use an extension before it has final building control sign off?

Any tips on getting a stubborn threaded connection to stay watertight? I'm having problems with two shower body jets. I can't get a seal between the fitting and 1/2" elbows on the wall. So far I've tried pfte tape (up to 12 wraps) and jointing compound. The pfte works best but the...

Quick question. Is above ground work on the external soil stack notifiable?

I have two W/Cs, one each side of the vertical waste stack. It would be good to have then join the stack at the same level but I understood that building regs require a 200mm separation so was expecting to drop one lower. However, I see that Flopast do a double branch (SP230) so is there a...

The fitting instructions for a radiator I'm buying says to use silicone thread sealant on all threaded components manufactured with ‘O-rings’. I'm familiar with pfte tape but can anyone advise on silicone thread sealant?

I'll be taking an old but good quality bathroom out in the next few weeks. Armitage Pedestal basin, WC, bidet and shower lux bath all in cream. Any ideas on the best way to dispose of it or is it just straight in to the skip?

I have a chrome waste 32mm ext diameter that I need to connect to a ABS 32mm pipe (36mm ext diameter). The connection needs to be at the wall face so I'd like a solvent to the ABS & a push fit for the chrome if possible. Anyone know if there as there a connector for this? Normal push...

Should I avoid compression and push fit copper connections where I can't get at them after tiling has been completed?

Can anyone advise the best way to fix 2x4 timber studwork to lightweight blocks? It will carry tile backer boards and tiles to ceiling height so it needs a good solid fix.

Can anyone advise the best connectors to use on the Rapido T mixer: http://www.grohe.com/uk/17226/bathroom/shower-thermostats/rapido-t/product-details/?product=35500-G223&color=000 Guide says no solder. Would you go push fit or compression? It'll be inaccessible behind tiles when complete...

Can anyone recommend an electrician in the Solihull, West Mids area. It's a small job - just a fan + lights in a bathroom - but building control; are involved so he/she will need to be able to issue the appropriate certificates.

Does any one know RB Supplies, Cardiff? I was looking to order some bathroom stuff but their web site's been down for maintenance for a week & they aren't answering the phone. I was wondering if they're still trading.

Is it correct that mortar in contact with copper pipe will corrode it and must be cleaned off?

Does a new brick/block (25mm cavity) wall need to be left to dry out before the inside can be finished with insulation boards?

Do I need to wait before fixing insulated (Celotex) plasterboard to a new (1 week old) wall or can it be fixed straight away? Thanks