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  • cost to fully insulate a semi-detached loft in Cardiff

    How much will it set me back to have a professional fully insulate the loft area of my house? It is a semi-detached house and I am living in Cardiff. What about the labour and supply costs specifically?

    Asked by Karen on 15th Aug 2020
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    Glass garage doors

    Are glass garage doors any good? Are they a durable option?

    Asked by Kelly on 15th Oct 2022
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    Garage Conversion - Planning permission and building regulations

    I am wanting to do a DIY garage conversion. Our garage is detached and we want to convert into two bedroomed accommodation. Looking for advice on planning and building regulations.

    Asked by Martyn on 12th Dec 2023
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    What is 'freeholder permission' exactly?

    What is a freeholder in the context of receiving permission to have a chimney breast removed from a house?

    Asked by Bill on 26th May 2022
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    Vinyl garage doors pros and cons

    What are the pros and cons of vinyl garage doors?

    Asked by Bill on 20th Oct 2022
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    Dormer window barge boards

    Are dormer window barge boards (the bit above the window) a decorative rather than structural feature?

    Asked by Nan on 16th Jan 2023
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    New foundation and existing retaining wall

    Hi I am planning to replace my existing conservatory with a single storey extension. The conservatory is just within our boundary but there is a approx 2m level difference, supported by a retaining wall. The existing conservatory foundation is not deep enough and building controls have said I can’t put any additional load onto the retaining wall - what are my options? Thanks

    Asked by Asrar on 7th Jul 2021
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    Longevity of vinyl garage doors

    How long do vinyl garage doors usually last?

    Asked by Everson on 18th Oct 2022
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    Glass roof lantern

    Glass lantern edging come away the upvc trim how do I fix?

    Asked by Joanne on 16th Dec 2022
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    cost of insulating a semi-detached house in Scotland

    I am based in Scotland and I’d like to know what the average cost is for a professional to insulate my house fully? My family and I have a semi-detached house of average size. How beneficial is insulation? Our home is not very well insulated as it is. How much can we expect to save on energy bills? How helpful is a fully insulated house for the environment?

    Asked by Carherine on 22nd Aug 2020
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