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Haus 12 Interiors is in the kitchen business for over 25 years, you could say that we know a thing or two about designing ...

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16 Oct

Cleaning | Gutters

Consett, Durham, Stanley - DH8

Enquiry from: Alan R

Start Date: Immediate

Valley at front of house needs cleaning out. Rear of house has one connection loose.

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26 Sep

Conservatory | Repair

Crook - DL15

Enquiry from: Alan W

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end glazing bar of lean to conservatory leaking probably seal are you the property owner: owner of the property what part of the conservatory requires work done: conservatory roof what type of work is...

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26 Sep

Cleaning | Gutters

Durham - DH1

Enquiry from: Vivien K

Start Date: Immediate

cutter clearing plus a look at some of the down pipes and drains are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached

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25 Sep

Conservatory | Repair

Darlington - DL2

Enquiry from: Michael B

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the roof has a wooden frame lantern which is rotting so needs repairing or perhaps removing the bad panels. house is a bungalow. are you the property owner: owner of the property what part of the cons...

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21 Sep

Conservatory | Repair

Darlington - DL2

Enquiry from: Michael B

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Wooden doors of the conservatory need to be replaced, two sets. Also repair to roof, small leak and a lantern needs attention.

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20 Aug

Conservatory | Repair

Darlington - DL2

Enquiry from: Michael B

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Old wooden conservatory roof and doors need attention, replacing

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04 Aug

Cleaning | Gutters

Darlington - DL1

Enquiry from: Carol H

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Gutter cleaning front and back

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24 Jul

Conservatory | Repair

Darlington - DL1

Enquiry from: Roy B

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Replace straight roofing sheet

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19 Jul

Conservatory | Repair

Chester le Street - DH3

Enquiry from: Margaret E

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polycarbonate panels need replacing on a mahogany wood conservatory are you the property owner: owner of the property what part of the conservatory requires work done: conservatory roof what type of ...

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16 Jul

Waste | Rubbish Removal

Durham - DH7

Enquiry from: Jessica D

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Removal of garden topsoil

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14 Jul

Conservatory | Repair

Darlington - DL2

Enquiry from: Tom B

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I have leaking seals around both glass window openings in conservatory/ orangery roof. 12 yr old. Tried sealant around them but heavy rain causes leaks.

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01 Jul

Conservatory | Repair

Chester le Street - DH3

Enquiry from: Margaret E

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replace the polycarbonate roof on my conservatory. i don’t need a tiled roof are you the property owner: owner of the property what part of the conservatory requires work done: conservatory roof w...

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01 Jul

Cleaning | Roof cleaning

Spennymoor - DL16

Enquiry from: VANESSA I

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Hi I require a soft was for my roof. The back is part of it is covered with moss and I need guttering cleaning included. Please retur back to me for a quote. Thanks

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21 Jun

Garden | Sheds

Bishop Auckland - DL14

Enquiry from: Marc D

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I've bought a *** plastic shed, I would like a base laying for it and the shed assembling on it too if possible. I would also like some rabbit proofing done around my fences and gate.

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04 Jun

Windows | uPVC | Repair

Darlington - DL1

Enquiry from: Mariana D

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I need to replace two old doors with two other doors, one made of composite and one PVC, bought second hand

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30 May

Garden | Sheds

Bishop Auckland - DL13

Enquiry from: Sophie B

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garden maintenance at least monthly - mow lawn and clear weeds and plant herbs. are you the property owner: owner property type: detached do you have a: large garden garden type: front garden work req...

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30 May

Garden | Sheds

Bishop Auckland - DL13

Enquiry from: Sophie B

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customer in the bishop auckland area made an enquiry a couple of projects including garden shed.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you th...

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26 May

Cleaning | Gutters

Consett, Durham, Stanley - DH8

Enquiry from: Janet S

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4 bed detached - looking for soffits/fascias to be cleaned, guttering cleaned, along with single door and patio doors, windows and frames.

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14 May

Cleaning | Gutters

Stanley - DH9

Enquiry from: DAVID T

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need guttering cleaned out and and any blockages unblocked are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 rooms what are you looking ...

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05 May

Cleaning | Gutters

Chester le Street - DH2

Enquiry from: Lisa J

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clear gutters and moss removal on a 3 bedded detached.

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How much do Handyman services cost?

How much do Handymans in County Durham cost?
Prices for Handymans around County Durham can fluctuate depending upon the type of job that you require to have actually carried out in your home. It's the question we are asked a great deal "how much do Handymans in County Durham charge?". It's always very good to have an idea of how much a Handyman will likely cost for their work. Rates will change based upon the materials and also the tradesperson selected. The table shows the sorts of job that Handymans normally do and the average price series of these jobs. Some tasks take longer to complete than others so prices do fluctuate by task.

Tasks that Handymans in County Durham can do:

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The average price
of a Handyman in County Durham is:

£909

Handyman job Handyman cost in 2024
Painting and decorating in County Durham £600-£920
Replacement Kitchen doors in County Durham £563-£3,000
Bedroom fitting in County Durham £1,500-£2,300
Conservatory repairs in County Durham £1,125-£1,725
Driveway cleaning in County Durham £225-£345
Gutter cleaning in County Durham £75-£115
Conservatory cleaning in County Durham £225-£345
Demolition in County Durham £2,440-£3,660
Garden shed in County Durham £450-£690
Rubbish clearing & removal in County Durham £188-£288
Aluminium repair in County Durham £240-£360
Window repair in County Durham £268-£402
Wooden window repair in County Durham £320-£480
Graffiti removal in County Durham £208-£312
Roof cleaning in County Durham £1,480-£2,220
Driveway repair in County Durham £1,520-£2,280

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Handyman FAQs

Why hire a handyman?

There are a bunch of things a handyman can do around the house, so if you’re looking for a reason to hire one, you’d definitely find plenty. First and foremost, a handyman is basically a well versed, skilled and experienced professional who possesses the ability to carry out a plethora of tasks as well as repairs. While not all local authorities require handymen to have a license or carry an insurance policy, some handymen do have insurance. Generally, their rates vary based on their experience as well as specialities.

Handymen are able to handle a multitude of potential jobs in and around the house. These ranges from small tasks, installations, assembly, indoor or outdoor building or repair jobs. They are available to help out with a wide array of odd jobs around the home at a very reasonable price. So, what are some of the jobs a handyman can do in a home? Let’s take a look!

  • Odd jobs. This encapsulates any small job you’d want done around the house. It could be a repair, installation or maintenance task.
  • Gutter cleaning and repair. The idea of cleaning a gutter may seem hassle free, but there can be a couple of difficulties which includes the use of ladders and the risk of falling. When you hire a handyman to do this task, he does not only clean but also check for any damage or repair needs and much more.
  • Painting. If you’re not able to handle some of your painting projects or perhaps you’re just not confident of how its going to turn out, it may be in your best interest to reach out to a skilled handyman.
  • General carpentry and home repairs, these includes shelving, cabinets, bookcases, baseboards, framing, doors, countertops, moulding and more.
How to make a shed door?
There are a few ways to make a shed door and each has their benefits, but we’re going to go through a quick guide on how to make a ledged and braced shed door, which is a good option to stop the door from dropping over time. Tools and equipment required
  • Tongue and groove timber boards
  • Boards for the ledges and braces, at least 20mm thick
  • Nails
  • Hammer
  • Saws, including a circular saw
  • Chisel
  • Mallet
How to make your shed door
  1. Cut your boards to size If you can’t buy boards at the right height and width for your door, cut the boards to length using a circular saw. Don’t forget to sand and treat any cut ends with timber preservative. Lay out the boards in the best arrangement for your shed door, with the inside of the door facing up.
  2. Arrange the ledges and braces On most shed doors, you’ll probably need 3 boards across the back of the door to form the ledges. The ledges keep the door straight and keep the boards of the door together. The braces are the parts of the door that slope down to form a ‘Z’ shape between the ledges. Ensure that the braces are sloped up from the bottom and middle hinge to stop the door from sagging as the timber expands and contracts in the weather. Once you’re happy with the arrangement, mark the spots on the boards where they will meet and cut out of the housings using a chisel and mallet.
  3. Put the door together Use clamps to pull the boards together and hold the ledges and braces in place. Nail from the front of the door through the boards and ledges to fix them. Secure the ledges and braces with screws; you may want to pre-drill and countersink holes to prevent the wood from splitting. Remember to treat them with preservative if you do.
  4. Fix the shed door hinges Make sure you measure carefully before attaching the hinges, ensuring you know where the pin sits in relation to where the door opens.
  5. Treat the door and add locks and handles Apply some wood oil, like linseed or teak oil, to help prevent water damage. Then add locks or handles to your shed to help keep it secure.
  6. If you’d rather leave it to the professionals, there are plenty of specialists that will be able to make a shed door for you, or even put up an entire shed.
when to clean gutters in spring?

Knowing when best to clean your gutters can do a lot of good. Wile some people assume that fall is the best time for gutter cleaning after the leaves fall, others believe spring is the most appropriate time to clean the gutters before things start to grow there. The truth is, both camps are right. However, the best time to clean your gutters depend on a wide range of factors which are all unique to you. In order to help you make the most informed decision possible, we have created this post to help you figure out the right time to clean your gutters. Let’s take a look!

 

 

 

Where you’re located. What we get is four season in a year as well as as a good amount of rain. As a result, you may want to put into consideration cleaning your gutter at least twice a year - clean the gutters once in the spring and once in the fall. It’s important to make gutter cleaning a part of your normal spring schedule as well as part of your fall maintenance routines.

What surrounds your home. If you happen to have tree surrounding your home, then it’s more likely that dead leaves clog up your gutter pretty quickly. A single tree is enough as it’s going to shed leaves that will find their way into your gutter, accumulate and affect its performance and integrity.

What your gutter currently looks like. If you gutters already have an entire ecosystem of animal life and plants hamging over the edges, then the best time to clean the gutters is now rather than having to wait a particular season to act. A dirty gutter should be attended to immediately in order to prevent some unnecessary damages as well as expensive repairs.

how to repair concrete driveway pitting?

Pitting, also referred to as spalling is the event whereby “pits” or small holes start showing on the surface of your concrete driveway which makes it appear both worn and uneven. Concrete driveway pitting is a common but highly frustrating problem for most homeowners. You’ll see some concrete driveways that’ll only start to pit after a couple of years, but this is not true for all concrete driveways as others will start to show signs only after a couple of months. So how do you tackle this issue? Well, it’s relatively simple to tackle, however if you’re not confident or lack the necessary skills, we’d recommend you get in touch with a reliable professional who can guarantee the best results for help. In this guide, we’ll take you through the concrete driveway pitting repair process.

✓ Prepare the pits by cleaning the area, clearing out all debris and more. The small pits can be cleaned with a stiff brush while a sturdy broom will do a good job for larger pits.

✓ Make use of a hose to spray the concrete pits and flush out all remaining bits of waste.

✓ If you’re tackling series of small pits, simply use a caulking gun filled with pre-mixed epoxy and specially formulated for concrete to fill the pits. Clear off the excess eproxy ensuring that its level with the concrete surface. Once done, simply leave for at least 24 hours before the application of a concrete sealant to prevent the wear and tear of the new concrete.

✓ Chisel out a little concrete and clean with a pressure washer. Once done, apply a concrete resurfacing compound mixture into the holes and use a trowel to level off.

✓ Ensure that the repaired concrete driveway is protected from rain and foot traffic for at least 6 hours (or 24 hours for vehicles).

how to prep walls for painting?

How To Prep Walls For Painting

This is exactly the part of a wall painting job that can make or mar the whole project. To ensure that your paint project doesn’t end up being disastrous, the most important place to start is from room preparation which includes cleaning, sanding as well as priming the walls before painting. Not every wall will require to go through all the preparation steps as all walls are unique and some are in better conditions than others. However, it’s advisable to thoroughly inspect the surfaces before you proceed to painting and take the necessary actions where required.

This is a very simple DIY job that should be completed in little time, however it’s also perhaps the most important step of the entire painting project. Hence, if you lack the confidence to pull this off, then we’d recommend employing a painting expert who can guarantee the best results for help. In this guide, we’ll should you how you can prepare your wall for painting.

✓ Cleaning. There is no single best way to properly clean a wall, but most walls will be just fine with a sponge and warm water. For walls that have been stained with oil or grime such as kitchen walls, you can apply grease cutting detergent and water mixture to wash and follow up with warm water to clean the residues and a damp cloth wiping to finish it off. Then leave to dry off properly.

✓ Remove mildrew. Wipe out mildrew using a sponge and solution that’s three to four parts water to one part bleach. Apply this solution and scrub the affected surface with a soft brush.

✓ Sanding. This step is only meant for walls with rough spots on its surface. Dull the uneven spots with a sandpaper, wipe away the dust and leave to dry. Use a fine grit sandpaper to sand the surfaces and let it dry properly.

✓ Priming. Prime the wall to get the most out of your paint. They work to disguise imperfections and create a smooth surface on which you can work on.

what happens if you don't clean your gutters?

Gutters are a crucial component of any roofing system. They’re designed in such a way to protect your home or property from serious water damage, but keeping them clean and in good condition is something that’s almost always forgotten or ignored. Do not be deceived even when rain water is still running from them or they don’t appear to be clogged. Failure to clean maintain your gutters can lead to a wide range of outcomes and they aren’t so pretty. According to experts, gutter cleaning should be done twice a year - once in the spring and once in the fall. In order to help you realize the importance of cleaning your gutters, we’ll look at some of the possible outcomes of a neglected gutter.

  • Leaky roof. If your gutters get clogged and cannot move water away from your home, it begins to build up on the roof and eventually lead to damages like rot and mold. As the damages spread, the end result could be a severe damage to the attic and supports.
  • Damaged foundation. If the gutters are not functioning as they should, water saturation becomes a great threat to the foundation of your home or property. The concrete will crack or wood rots and you can also end up with mold.
  • Creepy crawler infestation. Wherever you have stagnant water, there are also bugs. This is because they love the wet and moisture-filled gutters. You get unwanted visitors like carpenter ants, roaches and mosquitoes, just to mention a few.
  • Driveway and path damage. When the downspouts aren’t directing the water to the appropriate spot, the excess that comes in contact with these surfaces can lead to cracks or sagging.
how much does it cost to repair a driveway?

Is your driveway damaged or starting to show some signs of cracks and gaps? If yes, then you’d probably be thinking of repairing it before it gets even worse. Repairing a driveway is largely an unknown process but also a very tedious task as well. So if you’re looking to hire a professional for help, just how much is the repair going to cost? In this article, we’re going to look at the various factors that can determine the cost of a driveway repair.

In the UK, the average price of repairing a driveway is usually within the range of £1,400 to £1,800, where as the normal price of a driveway repair will range between £700 to £2,400. although some small repairs tasks can be as low as £250, while huge driveway repairs can skyrocket to about £4,200.

However, in general, the overall cost of repair a driveway can not be determined as each driveway is unique with their special repair needs. The factors that can influence the price of a driveway repair includes the material used, the perimeter of the driveway as well as the condition of the foundation. The only factor that’s not unique to any one driveway is the materials used, so let’s take a look at the differences in price using the based on the various types of materials available.

✓ Concrete. The average cost of repairing a concrete driveway is usually between £250 to £3,200. Have it in mind at most times the price of fixing an overly damaged driveway can be more than the cost of buying a new one.

✓ Asphalt. The average cost of repairing an asphalt driveway is usually between £750 to £2,800.

✓ Brick. The average cost of repairing a brick driveway is usually between £700 to £1,700.

✓ Cobblestone. The average cost of repairing a cobblestone driveway is usually between £500 to £1,600.

How to clean block paving?

Cleaning block paving is a fairly straightforward task, although you’ll want to be careful to not use any chemicals that may cause damage to the surface. Use a simple household soap, mixed with water, and brush this across the paving with a stiff brush. Then, simply rinse off with clean water. Alternatively, use a pressure washer – but be careful not to use it on a powerful setting, as this may damage the joints and can cause slabs to come loose. Using the pressure washer on a medium setting and at a 45 degree angle is recommended.

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