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    Adding access to underground drain

    That is an easy job then by using slip couplings and a branch assisted by a good lubricant.
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    Which paint for brickwork between the roughcasting and ground level

    Whether is an eyesore or not, standard external paint should not be used below the DPC on an untreated wall.
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    Which paint for brickwork between the roughcasting and ground level

    Once the DPC has been firmly established, I'd clean/scrape off as much paint/coating below the DPC as possible and then if still looking tatty, coat with a bitumen-based product such as Synthaprufe and then allow ample drying time before painting to match the rest of the wall. If you have some...
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    Which paint for brickwork between the roughcasting and ground level

    My answer will depend on where the installed DPC is located.
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    Adding access to underground drain

    Before I can answer you, I need to know what material your existing drain is made from. Different materials require different approaches. If its salt glaze, then a drilling to remove a top section will facilitate the cementing on of a SG saddle.
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    Neighbour drain, help needed!

    Many new houses connect up to existing drains of other adjacent properties without any problems. If the rules are followed and inspection is signed off, all should be problem free.
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    Neighbour drain, help needed!

    I can't foresee any troubles providing he gets the falls right and indemnifies you fully in writing for any future problems concerning the new drain.
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    Post any old song you can think of.

    A great song from a fellow sheeny ✡️ Richard Marx
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    OMG Well done the England women rugby team

    I have to admit, that the woman's game is far cleaner than those of the men. Far less whistle blowing from the ref as well (y)
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    OMG Well done the England women rugby team

    You're confused! I'm still trying to get my head around the scrums .. are they a free-for-all for muff munchers or another way of putting the boot in ;)
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    OMG Well done the England women rugby team

    He is running in 'slow' mode :LOL:
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    Wiring up ceiling light?

    @pete01 That 'transformer' box looks like its metal, so what about an earth as a doubly insulated tag is nowhere to be seen?
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    Cracked Plaster Repair Advice

    Definitely remove any obvious loose material or you will be filling onto a moving base. I always 'prime' a surface to be filled with a 50-50 PVA water mix just ensure any excessive porosity has been eliminated. If its too absorbant, the filler could dry out too quickly and add to future...
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    Do open ended shower cubicles allow overspray?

    I have a 1200 enclosed shower cubicle in my wife's en-suite room and that constantly shows evidence of overspray on the end glass panel furthest from the shower head. No matter how careful my wife is in her shower, the spray seems to coat everything up to around knee height and maybe even higher.
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    Cracked Plaster Repair Advice

    Any good reputable filler should meet your needs, but I've found Toupret Fibacryl to be ideal where slight movement still exists. https://www.toolstation.com/toupret-fibacryl-flexible-filler/p40082 "Excellent filler for use where movement may occur such windows and doors. Works very well easy...
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    Cracked Plaster Repair Advice

    My advice, for what it's worth, is to try and establish the cause of the movement and if the movement is still active. All buildings settle/move and to some extent expand/contract with the seasons, but IMO filling without establishing the cause could be a never-ending task.
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    Thoughts on bodywork repair needed?

    Is it a door that has been caught. What about a good door from a scrap yard and a spray to match?
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    Is Starmer already out?

    Burnham has made pitches at the leadership before and failed, so what makes him think he'll succeed this time?
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    Is Starmer already out?

    IMO Starmer was already stuffed when he allowed Reeves to steal the old folks keep warm money. Most voters were completely floored by that action.
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    Mandatory ID cards (Brit Card) to be announced tomorrow

    I'll willingly carry anything that is given to me for ID, but I'll not provide a highly intrusive smart phone just to facilitate a digital ID method. If the new digital ID needs a smart phone, then the state will have to provide AND maintain the phone(y)
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