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1. Is there a different way to search the blogs on here?

   By Great_scot_selfbuild, May 30
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   • BuildHub
   • May 30

2. Temporary accommodation on site - when access is tricky 1 2

   By Tom, March 30, 2020
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   • Russell griffiths
   • May 30

3. Wayleave Agreement any help, please?

   By NLC, May 30
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   • Conor
   • May 30

4. Weep holes in DPC for cavity - Full fill, flood zone

   By boxrick, May 29
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   • Mr Punter
   • May 30

5. Everything in a single services trench — what goes where?

   By Dreadnaught, November 2, 2019   

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   • saveasteading
   • May 29

6. How to handle a dispute with a Contractor?

   By Mulberry View, September 20, 2024
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   • BadgerBodger
   • May 29

7. Do I need a PM if I'm engaging a main contractor?

   By Indy, May 26
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   • Mike
   • May 27

8. Resin didn't cure, odour problem

   By Super_Paulie, May 27
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   • Super_Paulie
   • May 27

9. Bungalow Chimney Removal

   By Wolfman310, January 2
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   • andyscotland
   • May 27

10. Who will do a static caravan site survey?

    By flanagaj, May 24
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    • ProDave
    • May 25

11. Cupboard over the stairs

    By Aaron, May 23
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    • gaz_moose
    • May 24

12. Buying slabs of timber.

    By Russell griffiths, March 14
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    • Benpointer
    • May 22

13. Will proposed window design require minor amendment?

    By flanagaj, May 19
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    • SteamyTea
    • May 21

14. DIY Blockwork Wall - Sloped Driveway (Footing Question)

    By daniellondon, May 11   

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    • Hasteron
    • May 20

15. Is brick and block cheaper than SIP with brick slip?

    By flanagaj, May 18
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    • JohnMo
    • May 18

16. Where is the kWh price heading in 2022? 1 2 3 4 38

    By epsilonGreedy, December 30, 2021
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    • Roger440
    • May 18

17. What steps to take next after PP grant?

    By flanagaj, May 17
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    • BotusBuild
    • May 18

18. Building Regs Part R connectivity plan

    By Caroline, May 13
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    • Mr Punter
    • May 13

19. Advice on how water heating 1 2

    By flanagaj, May 11
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    • Nickfromwales
    • May 12

20. Is anyone here planning on using an interior designer?

    By H Kaur, October 22, 2020
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    • Hasteron
    • May 12

21. New electricity supply. Initially TBS

    By flanagaj, May 11
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    • Nickfromwales
    • May 12

22. External Vent Heights...

    By Mulberry View, May 5
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    • Spinny
    • May 10

23. UK Power Networks - Ridiculous Pole Replacement

    By Mulberry View, May 6
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    • Nickfromwales
    • May 6

24. Root protection zone

    By flanagaj, April 26
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    • Mulberry View
    • May 6

25. Portaloo - hot water

    By Lincolnshire Ian, May 6
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    • Nickfromwales
    • May 6