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    Hairline horizontal cracks in plaster the widen throughout the day

    It’s a converted chalet bungalow & that is new plaster, 2 months old perhaps I can’t see anything like this on the opposite wall if that is what’s classed as the opposite elevation If thermal do we have to simply live with it? Will a proficient builder be able to tell me if thermal or...
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    Hairline horizontal cracks in plaster the widen throughout the day

    Thank you so much for your time in replying and yes a UPVC window. Your reply does provide me with some comfort so thank you again Presumably I have to live with these issues? In essence this cracking wouldn’t cause you concern?
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    Hairline horizontal cracks in plaster the widen throughout the day

    Recently moved into a converted bungalow and had the front room totally replastered however over the past few weeks I have noticed hairline cracks in the corners of the front window wall (marked in red) These cracks seem to become more evident throughout the day & in the mornings almost not...
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    cracks around lintel

    Hello!!! It was a very stressful period but we simply meshed & barred & resined the major cracks a few months ago & pray they don’t reappear!!
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    Internal corner facia/gutter dripping solution?

    I am a novice but looking at these online it looks like they service straight runs Are there special corner versions?
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    Internal corner facia/gutter dripping solution?

    Morning all I have just shelled out for new facias & soffits which I hoped would have stopped an annoying drip above my front door Above my door is an internal 90 degree corner and there is a constant drip from the bottom corner of the facia board It may be the case that the guttering above...
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    Water penetrating down chimney, HELP!!!!

    What is a recheck please?
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    Water penetrating down chimney, HELP!!!!

    By process of elimination i am trying to identify the entry of this water ingress into my chimney I have replaced the chimney flashing & also had a new chimney pot installed (which seems to have stopped water to inside my burner) Any thoughts would be appreciated, my roofer has now reverted to...
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    Water ingress inside chimney

    Here is a photo i have of the back apron which I presume will be the same as front
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    Water ingress inside chimney

    Here are a selection I have since had the pot replaced with non vented type Also a photo of the chimney whilst the pot was being replaced
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    Water ingress inside chimney

    Yes we have a cowl but unsure about the pointing, i’ll need for my roofer to double check this He has just asked me if i have a damp course (which i am unsure about as i am away from home) is this a valid question?
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    Water ingress inside chimney

    By process of elimination i am trying to identify the entry of this water ingress into my chimney I have replaced the chimney flashing & also had a new chimney pot installed (which seems to have stopped water to inside my burner) Any thoughts would be appreciated, my roofer has now reverted to...
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    Damp wall, chimney removed

    Advice please We have noticed high damp readings around this blocked fireplace, chimney removed After investigation the remaining stack was full of debris & potentially blocked with cement We cleared the debris by hand & there is now strong air draw/draft Will this help with the damp?
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    What is this please?

    Discovered this area of wall that had a metal covering Took the cover off and discovered it was full of debris & some kind of outlet was blocked It feels like the whole column downwards is full of debris The debris is very sooty also Help
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    Cracks to front wall under window advice please?

    That is some relief, thank you
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    Cracks to front wall under window advice please?

    Timber floors I do not believe the property was empty for a large amount of time but possibly a few months West facing Thank you
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    Cracks to front wall under window advice please?

    Can anyone suggest how serious or not as the case may be to these cracks discovered under our front window….after purchasing this 60’s bungalow a few weeks ago Thank you!!!
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    Chimney flashing replacement cost?

    Can i have your input on the general cost for the flashing replacement around my chimney? Ive been quoted £950 & accepted as it needs an urgent fix but would like to check its not a crazy quote I know i am light on details & info but just a feel on price please Thanks in advance
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    Unreachable gutter length cleaning

    I have the unenviable task of trying to clear a large stretch of guttering, say 6 meters but can only gain access to the stretch from one corner Is there an appropriate long tool to assist?
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