Can you provide some photo's please?
Yes it's called a French Drain.
. . . French Drain. Dig trench & sump where patio finishes ( or connect into RWP system depending on the amount of water/accessability of drainage...
Yes that will be fine. Get it in there!
- Sharp if you're doing a screed mix - The general rule is 1mm per day but as it's a small area then maybe less? - Nope but cover it with...
Why are you having to break it out?
. . . even with a mesh there is a fairly high chance that it will crack. Have been called out to quite a few of these lately that have had...
You could just hire one?
Lay concrete blocks ' on the flat ' with ties/4" mesh coming out every 600mm and face it up with whatever you like. Remember weep holes.
Any chance of photos?
What are you studying at college then???
Ask the local college. They may help you find a work placement. You should still qualify for an apprenticeship at 19. Get your NVQ 3.
Like Cotswold said . . . use the line of the existing window for the face of the brick. It will still look nice. Use starter strips. Make sure you...
Knock it out and replace with engineering. Take 5 mins. Simples.
Why the hell didn't they put a lintel in?
I have a sneaking suspicion it could stem from the vent pipe. Not the clearest of pictures but from what I can make out the pipe seems to be above...
Not really. What is the slab being used for?
Have you only had 1 quote for the job? Get 3 quotes. May be worth getting a surveyors opinion too. You should be able to re-use the windows and door.
You could install an ACO drain along the house and connect in to an existing rain water gulley. Not the prettiest thing to have around your house...
Any chance of a photo?
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