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    Dormer room ice box

    My dormer room is an ice box. My plan is to install kingspan thermapitch tp10 between the rafters and also insulate between the joists with ecose. The plasterboard does not run with the rafters so in effect I have removed some plasterboard to gain access. I think these are known as crawl spaces...
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    Timber Frame Insulation

    My house is timber frame. The vents around the fascia and certain other gaps alllow too much cold air to circulate into the cavities.Surely this defeats the purpose of economically heating the house.Draughts can be felt around the internal window frames which I assume comes down the cavities...
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    Tap to hosepipe connector

    I am trying to hook up a hose to a kitchen tap and in turn connect to pressure washer. The majority of the connectors on the market are poor. Would anyone have a solution to keep the hose on the tap without leaking/popping off occuring? Thanks. Can a pressure washer work from a barrel of water ?
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    Keeping moss off roof

    I used a powerwasher.
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    Keeping moss off roof

    Thanks Capt. How much would I need and and what is the best way of fitting it?
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    Keeping moss off roof

    I have just put a lot of time and effort into removing all moss from my roof.What is the best way to prevent the moss from returning.Would zinc/copper/lead flashing along top of roof be helpful?Appreciate any suggestions.
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    Q about painting doors and skirtings

    Paint away. There is no need to sand or put in needless effort. As long as the doors are free of dirt just apply your new coat. Number of coats will depend on the condition of the doors at the moment.
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    Window vents in old house

    Hello.Is it better to leave windows vents open or shut in an unoccupied house during the winter months.House 85 years old with no central heating.
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    Post Office Collection JB

    Have Welfare discontinued posting JB to home address? When collecting at the Post Office does JB have to be issued on the day or do you have a number of days to collect it? Thank you.
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    Sling Box and Chorus

    Hello.Is it possible to hook up a sling box to chorus so I can watch chorus channels abroad? If so, how does it work?
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    Tips on how to keep neighbour's cats out of my garden

    Why have we not heard back from Dee...?????
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    Tips on how to keep neighbour's cats out of my garden

    Very unusual for cats just to drop their litter. Most cats find a place and then cover their litter. Unlike dogs who will drop anywhere.Are you sure it is cats who are doing this?
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    Would Revenue refund prior to four year limit

    I was wondering if Revenue would refund taxes prior to the four year statutory limit.A relative of mine has been on emergency tax since 2000 and has received no tax credits or reliefs.The relative is a pensioner.Is there a way where revenue might take special circumstances into account?
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