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What Is A Blue Roof?

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Roger looks at the Blue Roof sustainable drainage solution - what is a blue roof?

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Charring Wood For Preservation — Yakisugi Method

Charring Wood

Charring wood - Roger takes a look at this ancient technique to protect wood from the elements. By slightly charring the surface of the wood without combusting the whole piece, the wood becomes water-proof through the carbonisation and is thus more durable. It also protects against insects and makes the wood fire retardant.

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Leaking Conservatory Roof — ASB #30

Leaking Conservatory Roof

Send us your pictures and videos: http://skill-builder.uk/send Ask Skill Builder Playlist: https://bit.ly/3j7heJT A leaking conservatory roof can be a frustrating issue.. leading to water damage and a loss of insulation efficiency. Addressing the problem promptly is crucial to prevent further damage and costly repairs. In ASB#30 Diane Morris has an old leaking conservatory roof and wonders if this could be …

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New Inventions – The Ugly Truth

Inventions

Roger gives his thoughts on inventors, their inventions and the obsessive mindset that can be a blessing or a curse.

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35A Extension #9 ~ Underfloor Heating & Tiles

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Roger and Steve prepare the floor and install the underfloor heating system while Matthew lays the pillow edged travertine tiles on the 35A Extension.

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Cowboy Builder Stole £50K — What Happened Next?

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Roger has a chat with Rajiv, who has had a nightmare experience with a rogue trader who took thousands of pounds from him and another family member and did not deliver the extension job promised, yet another cowboy builder case!

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Watch This Before Waterproofing A Basement

Waterproofing A Basement

Roger looks at the challenges presented when waterproofing a basement. Rubi Kasuto — Back To Basement: https://www.backtobasement.co.uk We’ll be visiting Back To Basement to see Rubi’s basement conversions and look at concrete waterproofing, sump pumps and treating wet basement walls and flooding.

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Parapet Walls — Are They A Good Idea?

Parapet Walls

Parapet Walls - Roger investigates the pros and cons. Parapet walls are low walls that extend above the edge of a roof, balcony, or terrace. They can be purely decorative, but often serve practical purposes like providing safety barriers, concealing roof elements, or controlling water runoff. In addition, they can help with fire protection by preventing flames from spreading between buildings.

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Spray Foam Insulation — The Ugly Truth?

Spray Foam Insulation

Spray foam insulation in your house.. Roger explains the pros and cons. Spray foam insulation explained by the Which? Team. Also called spray polyurethane foam (SPF), it is an alternative to traditional building insulation. It’s versatile and can be used to insulate your roof, loft, walls and floor, helping to retain warmth and reduce energy costs. PROS AND CONS Spray …

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