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2009-11-20 Masonry/Brick Laying - mortar has washed out on brick wall:

Hi Jack, I would pull out loose mortar a small section at a time and retuck with a just add water profinish mortar mix. You could use a grout bag to help this takes a little getting used to but I think

2009-11-20 Construction Law - New BOQ after deduction of Works:

Hi, Thanks for your supplementary question. I'm not clear which contract you are using. We normally have Volume I bases on FIDIC IV Conditions os Contract and so I'm not very clear on your reference

2009-11-20 Construction Law - New BOQ after deduction of Works:

Hi Alaaddin, I suggest that you issue a notice in accordance with clause 6.3 stating the information that you need, in accordance with clause 6.1 of volume II, and the date by which you need it. If

2009-11-20 Chimney & Fireplaces - Chimney repair:

Hello Tina, What is happening is you are getting Negative Pressure in your home (house stack effect) that is hot air rising in your home (and getting out through the attic vents, doors, lights) your house

2009-11-20 Chimney & Fireplaces - double wall insolated sealant:

Hello Tony, the pipe you have should have a flashing and storm collar (find that) that work fine, the air space around the pipe is not suposta be sealed but you can silicone the storm collar above the