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  • How much to replace a flat roof

    How much would we be looking at to replace a flat roof over garden room with A) replacement flat roof B) pitched room with sky lights Room 2.84 x 2.72 m

    Asked by Sarah on 31st May 2023
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    Window in porch to be removed

    We have a porch which has 2 windows alongside it.. Is it possible to remove/take one out and bricklayer/plaster it so I can make a tiny mud room space on that side instead and put some coat hangers? Our porch is really narrow tho. Thank you

    Asked by Vera on 30th Mar 2021
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    rising damp repair

    i have rising damp in a party wall. we have stripped off the skirting board and wet plaster to reveal wet bricks. It looks like it has had some repair work previously as i can see the drill holes but, its not working now. how do i get rid of this and repair it please?

    Asked by Debra on 10th Mar 2023
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    What qualifications are required?

    I am looking for a builder to do some work like building an external wall and replace paving. What credentials should I ask to see? Should i need to check what insurance cover he has, in case he has an accident on my property? Is there anything else you would recommend I check? Regards Yvonne

    Asked by Yvonne on 31st May 2023
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    rising damp in middle room

    i have a mid terrace house and there is rising damp on a wall that was once was a fire place this wall has been bricked and plastered any ideas

    Asked by Lynne on 24th Sep 2024
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    Demolishing a brick shed

    I'd like an old brick shed demolishing carefully, so I can reuse or sell the bricks. How long should I expect this to take?

    Asked by Jackie on 9th Oct 2022
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    Change back door to a window

    Considering buying a house, but I will need to make the most out of the space in a small kitchen as there's not enough room for a washing machine. So i'm thinking of removing the back door to the garden, bricking it up halfway, then putting a new window in on that wall above the sink and washing machine. Leaving the plumbing in place. How much would that cost? I am also then considering changing a living room window into a single back door, to regain access to the back garden. How much would that cost? Thanks!

    Asked by Sammi on 30th Jan 2025
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    Conservatory to extension - foundation upgrade?

    Hi all, I'm considering buying a house with a large (5x5m) conservatory. The grand plan would be to convert the conservatory into a 'proper' extension - brick walls, tiled roof etc. I've read people on this forum saying "yes, if the foundations are adequate, check this by digging a pilot hole". My qu is - if the foundations are inadequate, can they be 'upgraded'? Is there much saving in converting a conservatory vs just building an extension from scratch? I'm looking to get a very rough feel for how much it would cost to convert a conservatory of this size to a 'proper extension'. Does not involve kitchen or bathroom work. Many thanks in advance.

    Asked by Lewis on 6th Sep 2024
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    Party wall notice

    I’m in the process of getting a loft conversion and my neighbours are tenants. I’ve spoken with the tenants and they’re okay with the loft conversion. Should I still serve the landlord with a party wall notice and do landlords don’t care about stuff like this. I don’t fancy going down the hole of getting a party wall agreement and getting party wall surveyors involved. Any and all advice is appreciated.

    Asked by Ashish on 9th Dec 2024
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    Tips for installing a stud wall

    Do you need to buy all the materials/supplies as part of a package or from the same provider for installing a stud wall or can you mix and match from different suppliers and still have it work okay? Can I buy these from different places and how di I know that they’re compatible? I’m just looking for ways to save on money for this project as best I can without compromising the safety and success of the installation. Thank you.

    Asked by jonathan on 10th Mar 2021
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