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Hey everyone, I'm in the process of renovating my home and considering installing slimline radiators for space efficiency. However, I'm a bit unsure about their effectiveness compared to traditional radiators. Do slimline radiators provide the same level of heat output? Are they easy to...

Hey everyone, I've been grappling with a carpet cleaning dilemma and could use some advice. My carpets have accumulated stains and odors over time, and I'm unsure which cleaning method would be most effective. I've heard about steam cleaning, dry cleaning, and DIY solutions, but I'm not...

Hey everyone, I've been exploring the idea of getting a live edge table for my dining room, and I was hoping to get some insights from those who already own one. I'm particularly interested in knowing about the durability and maintenance of these tables. Do they require special care compared to...

Hello everyone, I've been contemplating the idea of getting my air ducts cleaned, but I find myself grappling with a few uncertainties. Firstly, how do I determine if my air ducts truly need cleaning? Are there specific signs or indicators I should be looking out for? Additionally, I'm...

Hey everyone, I'm currently in a bit of a dilemma and could really use some advice. I'm in the process of selecting a plumbing company for a significant project in my home, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by the options available. I want to make sure I choose a reputable company that...

Hey everyone, I'm facing a dilemma with my kitchen cabinets and could use some guidance. Recently, I noticed some damage to one of my cabinet doors, likely from wear and tear over time. It's not severe, but I'm concerned it might worsen if left unaddressed. I'm wondering if anyone has...

Hey everyone, I'm currently planning a portal frame steel building project and could use some advice. I'm particularly interested in understanding the optimal dimensions for the frame, considering factors like span, height, and load-bearing capacity. Additionally, any insights on the best type...

I am wanting to have built a 30 square metre deck, details as follows: – Free standing – On level stable ground – Minimum legal level above the ground – Made out of merbau – No roof – Just a 5 X 6 metre rectangle – Not in a high fire risk area – No balistrade I have been quoted $16000 for...

Hello everyone, I'm currently in the process of planning an event and I'm considering using Chiavari chairs for seating. However, I wanted to reach out to this community to gather some insights and advice before making a decision. For those of you who have experience with Chiavari chairs, I...

Hello everyone. a relative has had building materials stolen from his work site. we are looking for a solution. I run blue iris and cameras at home on Poe. if I want to review a particular time, I can rewind to that day and time. something like this is what is needed. my home system is on an...

Hey everyone, I'm currently exploring the world of commercial decorating and have a few questions for those who are already established in this field. I'm particularly interested in learning about the most effective strategies for managing large-scale projects and ensuring client...

Does anyone know an electrician who will perform a few small, residential repairs? Wire a range hood. Diagnose the problem in the power line to outbuilding. Replace the plug/cord for two 230v pumps. Commercial electricians won’t even return calls these days for such a small job.

Now that I've got dates for the superstructure of the house going up, I'm starting to give thought to the bathrooms and I've been looking at showers and shower heads. Lots of them. Too many of them. The principles of the different types, rainfall, wall mounted, those sideways spraying...

Hello everyone. We will be tiling our kitchen in the next month or so and I'm wondering how bad the materials are. As always I've seen conflicting info, so wanted to check with everyone on here. So we would be using concrete backer board, on top of that is a latex tile adhesive (AcrylPro) then...

Hey everyone, I've been pondering a question about air conditioning efficiency and thought this would be the perfect place to seek some insights. How much impact do regular maintenance and filter replacements have on the overall efficiency of an air conditioning unit? I've heard...

Hello everyone, I've been considering a door glass replacement for my home, and I'm looking for some advice. Has anyone here undertaken a similar project? I have a few questions regarding the process, such as recommended materials, potential challenges, and any cost considerations...

Probably a daft question... but any tips on what building inspectors look out for on their last visit? We had full plans approval at the start so previous visits have been quite low key. They advised on fire escape windows (windows in the two existing bedrooms are low to be ground so Regs...

With the financial details agreed upon, my wife and I are finally starting to move forward with planning our kitchen remodel. It's a 25-26 year old home, with a kitchen with a fine floor plan. We're not looking to move plumbing or electrical, our appliances are all in fine shape, and for the...

Hello, I'm looking for advice on fixing a very small natural gas leak. In advance of my final inspection I did a leak test on my NG system. I lost about 0.2PSI from 10PSI in 15 minutes. I spoke to an inspector and he said there is a zero tolerance on the leak test. I've done some fairly...

Hello all. I was one step away from choosing a quote for window and patio door replacement when I came across a few articles recommending repair instead of replacement. The argument being that the cost of replacement is significantly outweighed by the price as many old windows can still be...