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  1. Alec_t

    Whos responsible for this fence?

    The deeds may not mention a fence as such, but do they say anything about boundaries and their maintenance?
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    Where would you advise fitting an upstairs toilet ?

    Could you just re-purpose the conservatory as a bedroom?
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    Excessive Gas Consumption - Not sure what to try next!

    Surprisingly low, if each peak is a whole day's usage. I'd suspect an issue with the Tado readings. Gas usage for December in my 3-bed house averaged ~50kWh per day.
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    Manrose extractor fan wiring diagram help.

    That could be due to the timer kicking in.
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    Grinding chisles back into shape

    The angle isn't critical, but should be something like the original. You could likely improvise a guide/jig if you're not confident at judging the angle.
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    Do these compression need changing?

    If they're not leaking they don't need changing.
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    FIDO2

    Do people actually use their real d.o.b and primary email on most web-sites?
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    240 volt bulbs on Xmas lights

    Yes it does. A 240V bulb would drop a lot of the voltage in a series string, leaving little for the 12V bulbs.
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    Large bill after meter was not working

    If the meter hasn't been working, how would the gas supplier know how much gas has been used? Presumably they are just estimating usage. The supplier is allowed to issue estimated bills but I don't think they are legally enforceable if unreasonable. I'd suggest raising the issue with higher...
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    Cistern lever arm/flush arm - why are these made of plastic?

    Cost. Things these days are designed down to a price.
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    How do they get away with it - TV ad?

    Simples. Series diode.
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    Mixer tap handle - can't remove on/off handle (grub screw issue)

    @Firsttime This thread is more than 5 years old. The TS may not respond.
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    Last minute decoration - Quickest way to do it

    If you want a really quick decorating job done, there's always the Mr Bean method ;)
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    Forum running slowly and pages not loading

    Same problem several sites. Firefox posted an apology for a fault it was experiencing.
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    Tinsel time

    Tinsel seems to be missing from the usual local stores this year. Is this an eco non-plastic initiative, or ........?
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    uPVC door leaking into house

    Perhaps put a temporary bead of silicone along the top edge of the outer beading? That should test your theory of the source of the leak. Also, check that any drain holes in the bottom of the frame are clear. (I once had a problem with blocked drain holes there allowing water to build up in the...
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    Storm damage roof window blown open

    Garden rake hooked over the window edge?
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    Can I replace this switch with regular socket?

    If your mystery switch is set to "off", does that two-gang socket still provide power to something plugged in?
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    Choice of switched 13A sockets

    Thanks guys.
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    Choice of switched 13A sockets

    'Cos that's what I can easily source at short notice.
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