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    Downpipe union join

    I need to extend a square downpipe with a union join fitting and wondering if it needs any adhesive? I will have a bracket on both bits of downpipe emerging from this.
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    Varlight V-Pro Dimmer - sticking

    I’ve had one of these for two years and isn’t used on a regular basis but am having issues. It is sticking when trying to switch on/off. Tried removing the round knob and trying with the spindle underneath. Get the same issues. Wanted to check if this is a fault that can be fixed or whether it...
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    Replace this cordless

    I have had this for a few years, it’s had a few chucks replaced. Thankfully under warranty. It’s fine for smaller tasks but struggles with masonry and concrete. I also own a corded Bosch SDS and that makes light weight of anything that’s thrown at it. Additionally, I have a Makita Impact...
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    Replacing porch light

    Understood and I plan to investigate further. If I do establish that it only has a permanent live, does that present any issues? Other than the usability that I stated earlier. Is this an allowable solution?
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    Replacing porch light

    The single cable to this light is likely to be a permanent live. Not a switched live as I initially suspected. There is no switch for this light. When I installed PIR lights as my own place, I opted for a switch and then had a single switch live going out to the light. This also meant that I...
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    Replace garage roof

    I have a single garage roof that needs to be replaced (currently felted). I was planning to have the OSB Boards replaced and opt for a rubber roof as that felt like the system to go with. A fitter that does both felt and rubber advised against rubber saying that felt was longer lasting and the...
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    Rat holes

    Thanks for the responses. Presumably if I fill thee holes with mortar or something similar, they will pop a new hole a few inches away from this? I thought that I could start chucking some poison down the current holes until I can see that it's no longer disappearing. If this is a sensible...
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    Rat holes

    I’ve noticed several holes near the foundation of my property. I suspect that it’s rats as I live next to a field. Is there a position that you recommend I chuck into these tunnels or do I need to fill them up in a certain way? I’d appreciate your advice with this as I would hate for them to...
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    Replacing porch light

    Thanks again @Taylortwocities. Came across this image and was torn on the black v white: As you know, the light fitting is black.
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    Replacing porch light

    Am I okay to use the push-in connectors for this, given that they will be within this trunking? Also, would you opt for white or black trunking in this situation? Thanks for your help
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    Replacing porch light

    It’s ostensibly the same light; a lantern. I only have these pictures of its base. I was thinking about using conduit but weren’t sure about the detail where it reaches the light.
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    Replacing porch light

    Replacing one of these lights for my brother. The new light appears to be a similar size and design. I’m not happy with that T&E cable and wondering what I can do to make it tidier and safer. I am assuming - will check- that it’s the switch cable. He won’t want me to start cutting holes into...
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    Hanging cricket ball and adjustments

    Could I have a small piece of wood (say 5cm long and a couple of centre metres wide) with a cut on both ends. I can then have this along the vertical hang of the string and wrap the string around these two cuts. Gravity will mean that the string should not come undone. I can then wrap/unwrap...
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    Hanging cricket ball and adjustments

    My kids use it and it teaches you to watch the ball, move your feet in relation to the changing direction of the ball along with the position of arms, heads, etc. It is not designed to whack but basic defensive drills. It's a well established drill used all over the world.
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    Hanging cricket ball and adjustments

    and loop the string through these holes in a certain format to avoid it coming lose again?
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    Triple glazed window - sound insulation

    I would definitely prefer an invisible solution please. I need to solve this as it's letting the cold and noise through. Couple of thoughts based on what I have understood here: 1. Can I use some sort of catch in the middle section which comes into play when the window is closed? 2. Can I use...
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    Triple glazed window - sound insulation

    Which type of clip should I use in this instance? Thanks
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    Hanging cricket ball and adjustments

    Does the figure of 8 prevent the string of unwinding then?
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    Hanging cricket ball and adjustments

    Hoping we have some cricket fans in the house! I've created this hanging ball contraption in the garage. It's has a screw on the ceiling and the string is tied to this. I now want to be able to adjust the length of the string (practice front and back foot strokes). If I tie a knot, it ruins...
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    Triple glazed window - sound insulation

    Exactly right. This is the issue. Here are some more pictures, as requested. From the inside, the bowing can be seen too (along with the air dust) in the middle section of the window. Please let me know if you require any additional images. I will await further advice. Thanks again.
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