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^woody^ replied to the thread Removing Nails.Dampen the area with water or brush or a thick pva mix, then if you can, lever the sheet with a wide chisel or lever. If the nail comes... -
Welded in-situ in a flammable environment - (n) We have had a few on site welds done, but always in a controlled open zone...
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^woody^ replied to the thread Insulate existing stud wall between garage and utility room.I'm personally not suggesting it, but the standards and the whole science community do assert that warm air holds more moisture, and...
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^woody^ replied to the thread RSJ Bolt or Weld.Any connection needs to be designed by the SE, not just yolo'd by the builder. An SE won't be able to certify a welded connection. A...
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^woody^ replied to the thread AIB or Wood?!.The surface texture indicates a pressed board, and if it is from the 70's then it is likely to be AIB
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^woody^ replied to the thread Leak from the ceiling.Is that a bathroom? Are you sure it's not condensation related?
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^woody^ replied to the thread Rotten timber joists / roof replacement.As property owners, with shared apportioned costs, what you should be doing is having the work independently inspected and specified by...
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^woody^ replied to the thread Bolting a steel beam to another steel beam..Was that engineer designed? A bottom flange should not be loaded like that.
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^woody^ replied to the thread Wrong tiles fitted, advice please!.Your fundamental problem is that you need a roofer who has a clue, and knows how to investigate. Looks like you need the top abutment...
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^woody^ replied to the thread Leaking flat roofs.If the roof is bowing and ponding, that's an issue with the structure, and just coating it with anything won't rectify the ponding...
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^woody^ replied to the thread Retrospective wall ties.I wouldn't bother.
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^woody^ replied to the thread Leaking flat roofs.Does it need a new roof? Or repair? New liquid coatings can be applied over some firm stable existing coverings, but not over any old...
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^woody^ replied to the thread Wrong tiles fitted, advice please!.The detailing is around the perimeter and roof window, which are the common areas for water penetration. If the leaking is at edge and...
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^woody^ replied to the thread Roof repairs - 6 man days and £2500..If someone is quoting for this type of work without scaffolding, you should give them a wide berth. 2 blokes, 2 days max would be more...
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^woody^ replied to the thread Stop birds nesting under solar panels.The installers should be offering a system for the panels they fit. Normally £500-£600 extra for a typical 3 bed. Stainless steel...
