Recent content by Hivenhoe

Chip and pin can be by passed , as demonstrated by my local garage when I forgot pin number of new card????

Woody stuff a bit limited without some traveling, however Abby Dore just down road keep her in doors happy, Wye Valley Beekeepers for some thing different and if you've got the time there's an excellent but unassuming woodworker in Abergavenny that a public right of way runs through his...

They use Vodaphone, pm away. You do need to use once every 60 days to keep it live but as it's a one time only payment and all the others need to be topped up it's a no brainer

Ovivo £20 one off payment gives £5 credit , 300mins, 300 texts & 500mb date per mth for "life". Credit if you transfer your number. If you use TCB there's a £5 cashback at the moment. If you have a smart phone and use the internet then small ads appear but if you don't it's just like any other...

Shed load of flying lovies out today

If there's no alternative number try WeQ4u app from smart phone or 0333 5432111 from land line and then the number you wish to reach.

Lucky escape but his truck might have hidden damage to the chassis and it's surprising how little damage warrants a write off for many insurance co's. Not meaning to be a Job's comfort but should get it and the remaining trees checked!

Stelmax is "plastic" in a tube and great when you need a thin, non rub off seal but can crack over time. It's not like any other sealant to use and not for the faint hearted, you can end up with an horrible mess on everything as it will flow out under hydraulic pressure for some time if you cut...

"The SLP boasts that it sticks to damp surfaces, so I may be able to crack on with the job tomorrow." There's damp and then there's Somerset damp, wipe plastic down first to remove grime, dust and moisture. Oh, try not to get in too much mesh and have a dog or cat handy just in case you need to...

I agree , would have thought that goes without saying but......

However you can return them to Aldi/ Lidl anytime in the next 3yrs if they fail, whereas ebay well...??? I know where I'd spend the extra £2/3!

Sorry Phil, "Sticks like pineapple" or a low modular mastic. Bead size to suit, tapes can be a little tricky if you've not used before as can super glue even if you have?

Cement and foam suck water in. Bed beads on a decent sealant, SLP should do, then seal all exposed edges. Mastic will part from the brick/render over time, knife off and re-seal.

Do you have any at ground level? Roots spread out so not a real indicator. As I understand you need a license/permission to fell trees over a certain girth except garden trees and those which pose a danger, however a quick call to the conservation officer or even your Councillor may get a...

A few pics might help determine whose land they're on and who's responsible for their maintenance and any insurance claims ! Be careful you don't land yourself with some large bills! Seek proper legal help, Speak to the councils conservation officer and maybe your insurance provider to see what...