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  • Garage floor replacement

    The garage floor is composed of block paving, would it be possible to install a concrete floor on top, or would they need lifting? Would a damp proof membrane be required?

    Asked by John on 14th Oct 2019
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    What costs did you incur for house extension work?

    Costs for extensions vary across counties. What did you pay for stuff like single storey, garage, conservatory, etc?

    Asked by Stephen on 3rd Mar 2020
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    Garage apartment

    Hi. We have a single detached garage with workshop with a driveway up to it. We're wanting to build a flat on top of it to allow one of our children to move out! It's so expensive here. Where do we start? Do we need an architect or can a builder undertake the project for us. We're not sure what the foundations are like. There is electricity but we'll need water and gas connected.

    Asked by Diane on 22nd Jun 2021
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    Crack in wall- how to fix

    I have a large crack under my 1st floor window (inside and outside). From the inside it appears to go through the mortar and not the brick. What is the best way to fix this?

    Asked by Sophie on 19th May 2023
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    Garden Office / Living space

    I have a nearly square area of 5 x 5 metres right up to the boundary fences, which I am thinking of building living space, for use as office space and/or temporary living accommodation. I liken it to a studio apartment with kitchen, bathing, living, sleeping areas. What would be the best way to start exploring this project. Would I need planning, architectural services? Any advice would be appreciated at this stage.

    Asked by Yiannakis on 19th Feb 2021
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    Chimney leaking

    When it rains water drips down my chimney. I think there is a plastic cap on top that’s supposed to keep rain out as the chimney is not used. I thought rain was going sideways through the slats on the chimney pot but it happens when the rain is going straight down so I think it might need looking at but who do I call?

    Asked by Lindsey on 28th Oct 2021
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    getting concrete garden steps widened

    Please can you tell me if I need to find a general builder to widen concrete steps or someone with a specific skill/trade? Many Thanks.

    Asked by Penny on 19th Jun 2020
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    Moving the kitchen

    Hi, I would like to know a rough estimate in time & money, that it would be to move the kitchen from the back of the house into the current living room at the front of the house. There are no walls to knock down, nor is it a listed building. The boiler can stay where it is. It's a 3bed semi-detached house & basically want to swap the rooms to meet our needs. Appreciate your time answering my question, thank you.

    Asked by Louise on 16th Sep 2024
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    Worn stumps and joists

    Why might stumps or joists have worn and eroded over time? What can I do about this?

    Asked by jonathan on 3rd Feb 2021
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    Dashing in winter

    Could somebody please tell me if mid October is too late to start pebble dashing a house

    Asked by Jenny on 9th Oct 2024
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