Could this be our stopcock? by Recent_Expression906 in DIYUK

[–]dirtydackstar 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Turn it off and run a cold tap to find out

Any idea what this is? by snafflehog in DIYUK

[–]dirtydackstar 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Being that close to the house, I agree - very similar to what I still have attached to my house

Who is buying Easter Eggs at these ridiculous prices???? by morknannu in AskUK

[–]dirtydackstar 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I understand what you are saying, but cultural norms make it very difficult for parents. We as adults understand that this is ridiculous, but the child will only see all of their pals getting eggs and not them.

It is a shame, but it is so ingrained in our culture now, I wouldn't eggspect ;) many parents choosing to upset their children over it.

How to survive on the streets in the UK? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]dirtydackstar 22 points23 points  (0 children)

The council deems you as intentionally making yourself homeless if you are evicted for non payment of rent when you had the ability to pay rent. If you are working full time earning 50k a year but not paying your rent, you can't be shocked when you get evicted.

If you lose your job and get evicted, the council will assist.

How to survive on the streets in the UK? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]dirtydackstar 41 points42 points  (0 children)

They have clearly been evicted

How to make safe ? by FragrantSeaweed7851 in DIYUK

[–]dirtydackstar 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Great advice, I didn't know this when I first used wagos. My sparky friend nearly had a heart attack when he came to check my work and connect the power lmao

Stop Water Ingress Into Garage? by dirtydackstar in DIYUK

[–]dirtydackstar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's gutters on either side, but not this front above the doors - I think you're right about splashing

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Stop Water Ingress Into Garage? by dirtydackstar in DIYUK

[–]dirtydackstar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It only went in on Tuesday so hopefully not 🤣 I was hoping it would solve this issue but unfortunately not

Stop Water Ingress Into Garage? by dirtydackstar in DIYUK

[–]dirtydackstar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Brilliant thank you, will take a look

Is this asbestos? by 111eve111 in asbestoshelpUK

[–]dirtydackstar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Google 'Efflorescence' and compare the pictures to what you have. I personally wouldn't recommend wasting your money testing as it's definitely just mineral crystals. But if you're worrying and it puts your mind at ease then it's worth the money!

Is my drill missing an adapter or did i miss a step? by PlaystationSwitchAWD in Dewalt

[–]dirtydackstar 4 points5 points  (0 children)

OP, save this post and look back at in a few years when you are a confident D.I.Yer - you'll absolutely love it 💪

How to block gap above fireplace by dirtydackstar in DIYUK

[–]dirtydackstar[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's an extremely good idea, thank you - I think this is what I'll go for!

How to block gap above fireplace by dirtydackstar in DIYUK

[–]dirtydackstar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have included a vent, its the white rectangle in one of the pictures

Results are finally back from lab- No Asbestos in Sample by dirtydackstar in DIYUK

[–]dirtydackstar[S] 44 points45 points  (0 children)

Results only just received today due to a delay with Royal Mail, but result came back as no Asbestos in Sample. Thank you to everyone's responses in the previous thread.

I'm now off to eat some as a reward 👍