Recent content by Dave Wight

Trouble is Woody that 95% of the work has been done. I can't see that the roof is in danger of leaking any time soon. The roof's in better condition than it was and it wasn't leaking before. That said I wouldn't be giving anyone a guarantee on the work I've seen. My problem is knowing how to...

Thanks for the replies. Didn't think anyone would spot that similarity Woody. The guns were removed just before we moved in apparently. It was the perfect place for them, overlooking the English Channel, south coast of the Isle of Wight, even SW facing just to make the most of the weather...

G'day All, We're just having a roof renewed on our 1940s house. I'm getting a bit concerned with the quality of work being done and meeting some resistance to doing things properly- I think. Maybe it's just me being a bit picky but I 'd appreciate some comments on the following images.. no...

.. I think. Scaffolding is up to have the roof felt and tiles replaced so a chance for a good look over those areas not normally easy to reach. That's when I had a good look at this lintel. At one point, during a storm, we had water come through the inner wall either side of this lintel, cavity...

Right end of lintel- I removed mortar- cracks onthe face

Left hand end of lintel with crack prev filled with silicone

Interior end of lintel, not very clear but may be of use.

Lintel