General Self Build & DIY Discussion

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1. Help with step spec for back door!

   By DC5, May 5, 2023
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   • saveasteading
   • May 6, 2023

2. Where is the kWh price heading in 2023?

   By Marvin, September 6, 2022
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   • Marvin
   • May 5, 2023

3. Labour prices

   By nod, May 4, 2023
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   • nod
   • May 4, 2023

4. Does Lmn Silicone react with Fm330 foam

   By Discoeye, May 1, 2023
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   • Discoeye
   • May 3, 2023

5. Damp on wall behind rad.

   By mickespite, May 3, 2023
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   • mickespite
   • May 3, 2023

6. So how to fold a radon barrier with cut at corner or not?

   By CalvinHobbes, May 1, 2023
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   • Miek
   • May 3, 2023

7. seal/paint interior shed ?

   By mickespite, May 3, 2023
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   • mickespite
   • May 3, 2023

8. So if you get 3 phase does that mean you cannot avail of off peak?

   By CalvinHobbes, May 1, 2023
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   • Alan Ambrose
   • May 2, 2023

9. Is this network electric connection ok?

   By CalvinHobbes, May 1, 2023
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   • ProDave
   • May 1, 2023

10. Do you need to stagger plasterboard

    By Eric, April 29, 2023
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    • Discoeye
    • April 30, 2023

11. What are the options to close a 200mm cavity?

    By CalvinHobbes, April 27, 2023
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    • Dave Jones
    • April 28, 2023

12. Steel lintels

    By Kenc, April 23, 2023
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    • Kenc
    • April 26, 2023

13. Parts of the build that can be done yourself with min training/max savings 1 2

    By miike, March 7, 2023
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    • Iceverge
    • April 26, 2023

14. Architects, self-build involvement, roles and responsibilities 1 2

    By Drellingore, April 13, 2023
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    • Johnnyt
    • April 26, 2023

15. when do I need to have the underfloor insulation ready?

    By CalvinHobbes, April 25, 2023
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    • JohnMo
    • April 25, 2023

16. Best place to buy Heras fencing

    By Meabh, March 15, 2023
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    • saveasteading
    • April 24, 2023

17. Paint sprayer recommendation

    By Arnold9801, April 23, 2023
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    • Pocster
    • April 24, 2023

18. We can't trust energy companies

    By Radian, April 21, 2023
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    • ProDave
    • April 23, 2023

19. What is a basic contract for a self builder who is getting a builder to do it in stages? 1 2

    By CalvinHobbes, November 29, 2022
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    • SBMS
    • April 18, 2023

20. National Grid is currently looking at improving their website for people wanting to connect their properties to the grid.

    By BuildHub, April 18, 2023
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    • MikeSharp01
    • April 18, 2023

21. Retention, snagging, liquidation

    By WWilts, April 17, 2023
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    • Ralph
    • April 18, 2023

22. Potential builders 1 2

    By SarahG, April 13, 2023
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    • twice round the block
    • April 17, 2023

23. Genie lift hire/lifting sheets

    By eandg, April 13, 2023
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    • Conor
    • April 13, 2023

24. Fire doors, between garage and internal space.

    By Russell griffiths, December 1, 2022
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    • Dave Jones
    • April 13, 2023

25. Company accounts overdue 1 2

    By Kelvin, April 10, 2023
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    • Kelvin
    • April 12, 2023