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    Replacing garden fence and posts

    Thats two days work max. So £500 isnt far off assuming he takes the old fence away with him.
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    how do you change a belt on a hotpoint washing machine?

    I recently fixed my washer dryer with the help of youtube vidoes made by this company who also supplied that part. http://www.espares.co.uk Search for your machine, or similar model and there will mots likely be a how to guide.
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    Thoughts on leasing over buying?

    Unless you need a very new car then buying a 5-10 year old model is the most cost effective. I know someone who always leases a car. They consider the cost to be on par with buying/owning a new car and having that depriciate in value over the period of a lease, but with the added bonus of...
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    Lawnmower Recommendation

    I cant find any of the models you've mentioned that are local enough to me. Im considering a Honda Izy, but upping my budget and buying new to take advantage of the gaurantee. Any reason why i shouldnt buy one of these?
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    Lawnmower Recommendation

    Thanks for the suggestions. I've looked at both those mowers on ebay so will bid on which ever comes up soonest/nearest!
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    Feather edge board fitting method

    50mm galvanised, if you must use 40mm defo use ring shanks (sharedised) If the boards warp they'll pull 40mm nails out, less likely with 50mm
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    Neighbour's Party Wall surveyor has billed me... for nothing

    I wouldnt pay him a thing. Like you say, you didnt instruct him and have no contract, verbal or written stating his fees and you're liable for his costs. Bill him for your time :lol:
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    Lawnmower Recommendation

    I need a lawnmower. Our garden is approx the size of a tennis court (maybe a bit smaller) I know nothing about lawnmowers really but would like a petrol one, possibly self driven and one that makes stripes would be nice. Im happy to buy second hand and willing to pay £150 - 200...
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    Feather edge board fitting method

    Id use 50mm nails. Ring-shanks preferable, and nail through both boards, if you dont they will split.
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    Which Evergreen Hedge (Foundation Issue/privacy)

    Id use Laurel, grows quick and dense.
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    Mini Digger

    Thanks for the replies :D
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    Mini Digger

    I'm hiring a mini digger for the weekend to scratch about the garden and help clear an old patio etc. However, I've never driven one before, but i do have good experience in operating a JCB 3cx backhoe. Question is, are the controls similar? Or will being used to the JCB controls make it...
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    New boiler – combi or conventional / system?

    I too am in the same position, but am undecided on what route to take. I look forward to hearing other opinions. :)
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    Softwood Sleeper treatments

    AVS sell water based stain in a dark brown colour. It also prevents algae growth on the surface :D
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    A Sturdy Climbing Frame

    Nice one. Did you follow a plan or design it yourself? What was the approx cost as im making something similar in the summer :D
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    Surveyors report: Is my roof unsafe?

    The survey comment is brief, having just had one of these myself im guessing this was a home buyers survey? If so its unlikely the surveyor went into the loft, just stuck his head up there.
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    A Sturdy Climbing Frame

    Pics not working
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    Help with my Bosch oven

    Not sure as im no expert. If it were me id buy a new thermostat and element, fit one at a time and return the part you dont need, assuming it fixes the problem
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    Help with my Bosch oven

    Watch the video at the bottom of the page
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    Help with my Bosch oven

    http://www.espares.co.uk/product/es548684/main-oven-thermostat
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