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Hi We recently moved into a property that is about 3yrs old. Ever since we have used the shower we have had a leak that is showing by the wetness on the carpet in the adjoining room. Having called in a plumber they have advised the water is coming through a gap where the tap is installed...

Hi I have just moved into a new build house (it's 3 years old but we've just moved in). We've been in for a few weeks and we've had no problems, now the en-suite flush isnt working. The bowl looks to have less water than before; so maybe i just need to add more water!? See photo attached of...

Hi Another post from me..! We will soon be moving house and i'm keen to employ some smart tech. I've done a little bit of research and am keen to hear opinions on the best smart tech options available including security and heating and any other options i don't know about... I've looked at...

Hi I am moving house and the new property has an integrated kitchen. They have a washing machine and we have a free standing washer/dryer. Given moving effort (as we live in a flat) and timing, we will sell our unit and make do with the washer for now. However, longer term I'm keen to...

Posting here as this is "roof" related and also "plumbing" potentially... There is an ominous looking crack and slight bowing around a pipe in our kitchen. I've only just spotted it, but it could have been there ages... im wondering if there is a water deposit in the roof from the rain...

Hi This is an appliance/electrical query... We are moving to a new house and are going to have our recliner sofa in the middle of the room. So we will need to stretch the electrical supply across the room to a power point... i'm concerned the kids could trip on it.... is there a wireless...

My 1996 Vaillant boiler is kaput - still, at least it's not cold... My plumber has recommended two choices and i wondered if anyone can vouch for either. I'm also interested to know if the cost quoted is competitive. The quotes are: Ideal Logic Plus = 1860 fitted. Glow-worm Make TBC =...

Hi I have just had my loft insulated, i didnt get to speak to the installer but there was a message that there was some "chipped asbestos" up in the loft. There was no message of what to do. I know how bad asbestos can be, but i understand that if the asbestos is left alone and you dont...

Hi I have an old style radiator (img below) - it began to leak and my friend said 'the thread has gone' - i dont even know what that means! He said to 'turn it off' by turning the knob (see to right of img) 90%- it appeared to stop the dripping for a bit, but now it has started again (very...

Hi I am looking for advice on good phone/internet deals. I am currently with sky and am paying: Broadband: £17 (best offer avail). Phoneline: £12.25 After a 20min phone conversation they finally agreed to put the price down to £12.50 for broadband for 6 months (as they could see i was...

Hi SE has just announced a MASSIVE price increase, can anyone advise of any better options!? "I am sorry to let you know that we will be increasing electricity prices by an average of 11% and gas prices by an average of 18% on 14 September 2011. Our electricity prices were last increased in...

Hi My hot water is not working properly. I allowed the pressure to drop below the recommended 1.5 and it stopped working, so i changed the pressure, and it went up to about 1.8. The hot water then worked, but the next day it stopped again. If i turn on the central heating it then allows the...

I would like some work done on my loft. I live in 2 bed first floor flat. Id appreciate advice from any builders/roofers out there of potential costs for someone to do this for me. The work i require is: 1. Loft insulation laying (Some loft insulation purchased). 2. Loft board laying (Some...

Hi Is there some kind of De-limescaler device i can get - which is permanently treating my water.. Thanks

Hi An odd question... Are toilet cleaners also designed to clean baths? i.e harpic I squirted a load in my bath assuming it would and left it throughout the day, when i came to wash it off it was not easy, most around the sides has now gone, but along the bottom where there are no visible...

Hi My cistern has just broken. I would predict the toilet is 30 years old, so not sure if parts are available. There is a metal ring attached to the plunger. Im not too slick at this stuff so ive attached links to pictures in the hope someone can advise...

Hi I require someone to carry out some work to fix or replace some garage door frames (2 lots of 6 small garages). The frames are wood, and i assume been in sit since the 70s when the garages were built. What sort of person/company would be able to fix/replace them, and what sort of cost am...

Hi The double strip magnet in my bathroom cabinet is no longer strong enough to keep the door shut, can anyone advise what these are called and where i can get a new one!? thanks

Hi I would like to put a dartboard up in my house, the most suitable place is on plasterboard - i just wondered if it would hold the weight? Would consider maybe a dartboard within a case with a score board. thanks

Hi A few really basic questions! If i turn the heating on and turn all but one of the radiators down to zero then will this cost less than if all are turned to 5? i.e. is it the boiler usage or the radiator usage that matters. other Q is - one of my radiators goes hot even when it is...