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    Breathable membrane

    Just to add to this you can get felt that is made to go into the gutter, we use 5U felt regularly in Scotland
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    Velux window - how wide can I go?

    Are you able to upload some pictures just so we can have a better look at what we are dealing with
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    Edging for EPDM flat roof

    Hertalan have some nice looking trims when complete - https://www.hertalan.co.uk/epdm-roofing/epdm_accessories/product_range.aspx
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    Removing debris from downpipe and drains set in concrete

    I can't find a link to the exact one that I use but something along the line of this ( https://www.guttersupplies.co.uk/products/black-half-round-gutter/68mm-access-pipe/black/ ) If you have a local plumbers merchant or plastic supplier they will have something similar.
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    Removing debris from downpipe and drains set in concrete

    For future issues I would suggest installing a trap section into the bottom of the downpipe.
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    Dutch Barn solution

    You could put a bit of barge board flat on top of the shingles with the lip hanging over the verge.
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    Velux drip between flashing and frame??

    The top right flashing looks like it is slightly raised - https://gyazo.com/adbe0500d4028d674e9161869e5a9763 - this may be letting water in
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    Velux drip between flashing and frame??

    Are you able to take a picture of the window from the outside?
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    Ridge repair ?

    The hip ridge should come down further than it is just now, it looks like whoever done it just used cement which would only be a temporary fix. You need to get a new ridge and bed it on, I would recommend taking the bottom one off and putting the full ridge further down and using the new one as...
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    Conservatory roof repair

    You could get a slate ripper and take out the nails in the third row. ( https://www.burtonroofing.co.uk/slate-ripper-fully-forged.html ) For putting them back in you can still use the bottom rivet and use a good quality glue to hold them in place.
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    flat cold roof venting options

    Damn I hate seeing lead that didn't have patination oil applied....
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    EPDM Shed Pent Roof

    Firestone actually has a website that has "classes" on how to do EPDM - http://firestonebpu.interactyx.com/login.aspx
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    new pitched and flat roof.....rat invasion

    The problem is if they want to find a way in they will unfortunately. I had squirrels coming in through my chimney, I then blocked that up and they clawed through the lead at the side of a dormer.... Speak to a local pest control expert and see if there is some kind of coating or noise device...
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    Iron downpipe into PVC downpipe

    This may be the correct thing for you but depends on the dimensions. http://www.polypipe.com/housing/domestic-rainwater-drainage/rainwater-drainage/half-round-rainwater-system/polypipe-round-68mm-downpipe-cast-iron-adaptor-black For cutting you could use an angle grinder or a stihl saw
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    Need advice on a re-roofing job currently underway at my home....

    The clips are used when doing a new roof. You can either clip them or nail them depending on the manufacturers instructions. I agree with the warranty statement here as all tiles should be fitted to the manufacturers instructions. You do need to contact building control unless you are...
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