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    OP, Pic 1. shows a patched corner and an historic trail of water from the eaves. The patch & rest of the render appears to be holding...
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    Just click on the name, and select 'ignore'. (Ed.)
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    ree replied to the thread Query on dpc and bricks.
    OP, If no signs of damp damage inside on the decorated surface then observe now and again - but you should be fine.
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    ree replied to the thread Roots in wall.
    OP, Thanks for the new info & pic. Apologies for me jumping to the conclusion that we were talking about GF level. 7. Has the...
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    ree replied to the thread Roots in wall.
    OP, 1. Did the leak damage the outside of the wall or the inside or both? What was leaking? 2. Is your floor solid or suspended? 3...
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    ree replied to the thread Where is the leak coming from??.
    OP, In my post #7. I gave you a detailed list and asked you a few questions. You have, so far, not responded to my observations or...
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    ree replied to the thread Rotten floor joists.
    OP, As above, you do indeed have a problem. If the plate needs to come out - it would be beyond DIY work, I'm afraid. Maybe post some...
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    ree replied to the thread Rotten floor joists.
    OP, Its still confusing - why was the block wall built in that peculiar way? And why was a wall plate inserted? The wall plate looks to...
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    ree replied to the thread Where is the leak coming from??.
    OP, 1. Better pics showing a larger context would help. 2. Pics showing more of the parapet caps and flashing - carefully lift the...
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    ree replied to the thread Re skim over day old plaster?.
    Yes, your dead right, its experience, experience, experience, & practice, practice, practice. Your doing great for a first timer -...
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    ree replied to the thread Re skim over day old plaster?.
    Why not buy a small amount of set Retarder & see how it goes? Are you brushing on ample clean water for suction? Today wasn't that hot -...
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    ree replied to the thread Re skim over day old plaster?.
    Fair enough. Maybe do a whole room of walls before attempting a ceiling? My method for the inside corner at the wall to ceiling...
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    ree replied to the thread Damp Wall - Under Floor Level.
    OP, Have you considered contacting an Independent Damp Surveyor to come & have a look? Why not Email one and discuss your case, and...
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    ree replied to the thread Re skim over day old plaster?.
    OP, No problemas, your work so far looks great. Do you intend to go at the ceiling? Now I've got to get working.
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