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How wide do extension footings need to be?
Hello all, I am planning on some extension work and have not been able to find out how wide the footings for the foundations will need to be. I’ve been told they need to be 1 metre deep, but not how wide. Could anyone enlighten me on this, please? This will be a single storey extension on entirely flat ground.
Can I turn my conservatory into an extension?
Hi all, I have a conservatory attached to the house currently which features a dwarf wall. I was wondering if it would be possible to convert the conservatory, building from the dwarf wall upwards. It has a concrete floor and significant footings from what I can tell. Can this be converted into a single storey extension? Would anybody know if this is feasible or if it would be cheaper than a completely new extension? Many Thanks
How much to move an internal door?
Can anyone give advice pls? The lounge door is currently in a really awkward place. It would make much more sense to be further along the same wall (1.5 metres over) so we can fit a corner sofa in the spot opposite the tv. Is there a structural reason we couldn’t do this? And what sort of cost would we have to pay?
Cost to install patio doors?
How much is it to install patio doors? This includes the removal of the existing window, cut out the rest of the wall and install doors. Thanks
Builder not adhered to Building Regulations
I am wanting to know where I stand when a builder does not adhere to Building regulations? I have had a garage conversion done and the builder has not followed the architectural plans so now my conversion has not passed building regs and is unwilling to come and put the failures to rights. He is demanding the final payment for completion when the job has not been completed.
Structural engineer costs
Could someone give me an indication as to how much a structural engineer would cost? I have an old bungalow and want to do some extensive restoration work.
Brick up a PVC back door
I'm planning on getting a new kitchen fitted. To maximise on space, I want the back door (standard size, wooden) to be bricked up. How much should I budget for that? Also- is that the work of a bricklayer or builder?
My entire wall is damp, will it need replacing?
Hi, I recently cleared out under my stairs and found mould growing along the back wall. After clearing it off with mould spray and bleach, I found in the plaster peeling off in the corner. Using a moisture meter I found it to be very damp at least 1.2m high. Will this wall panel need replacing? I also checked moisture content along the skirting board and I think all of it in the cupboard will need replacing. mAlso, is this question better for a plasterer or a builder? Maybe I'm asking the wrong people!
What do builders material costs include?
Do builders add any sort of surplus to the price of materials when they supply them for a homeowner as part of a project or should the cost of materials be just that, based on what the cost is in store?
Removing paint from outside wall
I’m removing a conservatory soon leaving a painted area of outside wall. How do you remove this paint.
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