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Some floors are nailed some are glued with polystyrene underneath but want a challenge for once

 

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You can get a nail puller to pull the nails out then take up a whole sheet in the middle of the room, should be able to reach everywhere from there

 

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Some floors are nailed some are glued with polystyrene underneath but want a challenge for once

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You can get a nail puller to pull the nails out then take up a whole sheet in the middle of the room, should be able to reach everywhere from there

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Thanks, will give it a go

 

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Some floors are nailed some are glued with polystyrene underneath but want a challenge for once

Thanks, will give it a go

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i wouldn't.

 

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I have see these in the wholesalers, not had to use them ny self but they look a handy bit of kit .

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Silverline...39&hvtargid=pla-421739994949&psc=1&th=1&psc=1

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If you are going for one of these don't get the silverline cheapy one. I did and the hole size was not a snug fit for the plug, the rebate being too wide and too deep. I took mine back.

The Armeg sets are spot on but a bit pricey. The newer cutters have a cobalt mix to the cutter for a longer life. Much better fit.
They do two sizes, I went for the larger one to accommodate my fat hands.

 

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If you are going for one of these don't get the silverline cheapy one. I did and the hole size was not a snug fit for the plug, the rebate being too wide and too deep. I took mine back.

The Armeg sets are spot on but a bit pricey. The newer cutters have a cobalt mix to the cutter for a longer life. Much better fit.
They do two sizes, I went for the larger one to accommodate my fat hands.

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How much would you say it would cost for a 3 bed property? Never used them, always seemed to priceyin the wholesalers

 

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apart from the damage you'll inevitably do to the flooring, you'll find wet-pants has run his spaghetti tight up to the underside of the floor and it could route anywhere. you'll end up with broken, soggy wet chipboard,and the ceilings below will probably need replacing also. only time i've gone in through that type of floor, I've got the customer to cut it, and take all the responsibility. ended up it cost him another £200 to repair the floor.

 

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Probably easier having cavity to run between floors and to run all upstairs wiring from above, only problem will probably downstairs ring

 

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Could always just keep the warm air heating instead of rads....

 

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Or work harder, save your money and stay away from Barrat Houses.........

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Round here it's the new build lego boxes that are the most pricey

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How much would you say it would cost for a 3 bed property? Never used them, always seemed to priceyin the wholesalers

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Depends if the joists are open or closed. If open I would consider this as a method, if the joists need drilling I would consider other methods. I use this tool usually for small jobs where only a few holes are required.
I think Tel's method of not rewiring is the best one to be perfectly honest. Asking for a possible nightmare.

 

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Only 4 circuits covering electric oven, shower and lighting and power in whole property. Maybe a a bit of investigation work is needed

 

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Another vote for having some of the ceiling down, rather than trying to remove the chipboard (or whatever it is) flooring. The plasterboard will come down easier than trying to get the floor up.

Bet the ceiling is artex anyway. Easier to get your pipework in (plastic as well). Quick patch up, and get the ceiling skimmed. Sometimes this type of flooring is part of the structure of flooring joists, you never get it back the same.

 

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If you need a hand, I have a quiet week, next week and I am in Carlisle. Rates negotiable.

 

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