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Peter88

Hi, I am going to be building a timber lodge as a temporary home during a development. This will only be allowed for maybe 2 years, probably less. I want to use under floor heating. Because of the temporary nature of the build I would prefer NOT to use a solid scree. So, can I use sand? My 'plan' is...

Peter88

Interesting. I assumed my reference to a "hammer" would be understood to be humour. What's wrong with using a 'fly' lead'? I was unable to put any power to the circuit, to do any test, the CB would not energise. Using a fly lead I was able to quickly establish what part of the circuit was ...

Peter88

Hi, My downstairs power circuit has a fault. Doesn't affect any other circuit. Originally it blew the circuit breaker, attempst to reset were met with instant back off. On checking at the fuse only ONE wire goes to live phase. Although I thought it was supposed to be a ring. Can't find any other 'sp...

Peter88

I saw a thread with a similar title and thought my questions would be answered....but no.... So, I am about to build a pair of semis. What are the pro's and cons to building with brick and block. or all block (then rendered). Cost? Ease of build? Saleability (is that a word?)? All comments appreciat...

Peter88

Hi, The expansion vessel is designed to take care of the excess water produced when you heat water. In normal central heating this expands by 4%. Obviously it needs somewhere to go, rather than blow the boiler (and anyone near it) up. Its also an important safety device, in the normal use of your sy...

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