LIFE AFTER HELGA !!!! (4 Viewers)

[Odd job]

all new builds have to have thermostatic mixing valves usually under the bath but can be in a panel nut has to be within 2m ,i think its 2m may well be less, nanny state at its finest

I didn't know that, we only do heating not plumbing, it's useful information and even though I'm supposed to be retired I will remember that in case I do a bit more.

 

[Scotch mist]

all new builds have to have thermostatic mixing valves usually under the bath but can be in a panel nut has to be within 2m ,i think its 2m may well be less, nanny state at its finest

EDIT , never been a spec hear in Scotland but looks like that is what the problem is

 

[ianthebuilder]

Good evening ,,,

had a good day, but didn’t have time to go shopping!

appliances were delivered at 7.30 this morning, and the carpet fitter came about 11, and finished around 3 pm,,,all looks good I think,, I did 3 loads of washing and can’t hardly hear the machine, which is lovely!! Also, I told them about water, they had a look and the plumber is coming tomorrow morning, to do something under the bath, behind the panel!!

now we have had a development!! A family pulled up today, in a Luton transit, proceeded To unload what looked like an explosion of furniture into the flat upstairs,, over my neighbour, not over me! Lol.
I went out to my van for the hoover and she was outside,, ‘ you live ere?’ She said,, ‘yup’ I said,,,, ‘ well I’ll tell you now’ she said,,,,
I fkn love my music but I know I have to turn it down by ten at night’ you got a problem with that? I looked at her bloke and stood up to my full 5ft 10 ins and said,,,

‘ I fkg will have if I get home and I can’t hear myself think! Lol

they looked a bit shocked! Lol. At least there over next doors flat and not mine! This could be fun! Lmao. Xxxxx

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[Mikey RV]

Looking good Ian. The minute that music starts to be a pain, get it sorted nothing worse than loud music from neighbours.

 

[Steve and Denise]

Years ago I lived in a terraced house next door was two flats, one night lots of very excessive music and I had an early start one polite ask, one stereo out of the door, I did not get any sleep but felt much better knowing they were unhappy as well ?

 

[chaser]

Good evening ,,,

had a good day, but didn’t have time to go shopping!

appliances were delivered at 7.30 this morning, and the carpet fitter came about 11, and finished around 3 pm,,,all looks good I think,, I did 3 loads of washing and can’t hardly hear the machine, which is lovely!! View attachment 356151View attachment 356152View attachment 356153View attachment 356154View attachment 356155View attachment 356156 Also, I told them about water, they had a look and the plumber is coming tomorrow morning, to do something under the bath, behind the panel!!

now we have had a development!! A family pulled up today, in a Luton transit, proceeded To unload what looked like an explosion of furniture into the flat upstairs,, over my neighbour, not over me! Lol.
I went out to my van for the hoover and she was outside,, ‘ you live ere?’ She said,, ‘yup’ I said,,,, ‘ well I’ll tell you now’ she said,,,,
I fkn love my music but I know I have to turn it down by ten at night’ you got a problem with that? I looked at her bloke and stood up to my full 5ft 10 ins and said,,,

‘ I fkg will have if I get home and I can’t hear myself think! Lol

they looked a bit shocked! Lol. At least there over next doors flat and not mine! This could be fun! Lmao. Xxxxx

Oh for the piece and quiet of a nice motorhome.

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[gus-lopez]

I have been longing to get out of my flat and (back) into my van.

Tell us more JJ ?

Are you in an older persons scheme?

He gets younger every birthday

Is that the Beko self igniting washing machine ? Or have they stopped them doing it now ?

 

[irnbru]

You seem to be getting along fine with getting things done. As for the neighbours be nice but firm, start as you mean to go on. I used to have a neighbour above me many years ago and she was like an elephant. I didn't stay in that house long.

 

[Devon Sue]

Good evening ,,,

‘ well I’ll tell you now’ she said,,,,
I fkn love my music but I know I have to turn it down by ten at night’ you got a problem with that? I looked at her bloke and stood up to my full 5ft 10 ins and said,,,

‘ I fkg will have if I get home and I can’t hear myself think! Lol

they looked a bit shocked! Lol. At least there over next doors flat and not mine! This could be fun! Lmao. Xxxxx

Perhaps that's why they had to move from wherever they were before.

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[ianthebuilder]

Perhaps that's why they had to move from wherever they were before.

yes I thought that! We shall see !! Lol x

 

[tonyidle]

Some info here Ian:

New build - hot water?

Afternoon, I moved into a new build in May (HA) and the hot water tap over the bath is rubbish!

forums.moneysavingexpert.com

 

[JJ]

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[Just smiffy]

Looks great Ian...??

 

[Jo662]

Looking good ianthebuilder
Its amazing how quick you can get things done when you have`nt got a woman who cant make her mind
up what colours to choose!

 

[JockandRita]

All the very best to you in your new gaff Ian. It's looking really tidy, with the carpets laid and the appliances in. ?

Don't give those neighbours an inch, or they'll just take the pi$$. ?

Good luck,

Jock & Rita. ?

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[Welsh girl]

Welcome to your new home Ian.I hope you'll be very Happy there with not too many problems.x

 

[ianthebuilder]

Good morning,,,

well I’m up and into my second brew!

I’m going to be glad to get back to work, my sleep pattern is non existent!!
Nice mild morning though, and lovely and quiet,,

there’s about 25 properties in this little enclave and over the next week or two everyone is moving in,, exiting to see people coming and going,, starting new lives, or just improving from the last one,, there will be many stories to listen to I reckon!

If I was a documentary film maker it would be a good film! The journey people go on, choose, or are forced into by circumstances!

not having had any neighbours fora few years I’m hopeful that the regularity of seeing the same people won’t destroy me! Lolol.

third day in the flat, and I havnt had to empty a cassette!! Bonus,, although I do occasionally reach down to move the catch on the loo to open the flap as I used to for years,, habit I guess! Lol.

Now some info,,,

rang the council yesterday, re council tax,,,
Apparently I’m band A and my liability is £72.00 per month, based on 12 monthly payments,, having not paid it for years, I don’t think it’s too bad!!

Spoke to the councils waste dept, to try and get my bins,, but I was refused any due to the fact that from this year they have to be paid for, and the refuse dept havnt recieved payment from the housing yet, they are aware and that will be organised soon, but till then I have to be creative about my rubbish disposal,,, I only have one black bag at present, but it’s a pain!!

gas and electric are with Eon at the moment ( existing supply) so I contacted them and they are sending all relevant paperwork, I don’t know who to use yet, but I shall give them a chance to quote etc!
And I have a new smart meter so that’s interesting!!

yesterday I was surprised as well, a team of blokes turned up, and proceeded to erect a satellite dish on the side of the building,,ahh I thought, someone is having sky tv? But no!!

it’s a communal dish supplied by housing association for anyone who wants sky, you just get a subscription now and away you go!
they also fitted an Ariel in the roof for freebies etc so that’s good!!
I made them a coffee and as a thank you they made up and supplied me with an Ariel cable, fitted it and tuned my tv in to terrestrial tv also! Bonus,, and I thought that was nice of them!

I have a plumber coming before 12 today, to sort my bath water out, which I hooe will sort problem,, I want another bath! Lol.

this afternoon I’m going out to look for curtains/ blinds, I havnt made my mind up yet, and I do want a nice reclining chair, I’m not bothered about the sofa yet, or bed, but if something catches my eye then that could happen!

right, that’s this mornings update,, catch you later,, xxxxxx

ps, just watched Ricky gervaise at the awards ceremony! Lol funny!!! Lol.

 

[scousebird]

Apparently I’m band A and my liability is £72.00 per month, based on 12 monthly payments,, having not paid it for years, I don’t think it’s too bad!!

Does that include the 25% single occupier discount?

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[scousebird]

gas and electric are with Eon at the moment ( existing supply) so I contacted them and they are sending all relevant paperwork, I don’t know who to use yet, but I shall give them a chance to quote etc!
And I have a new smart meter so that’s interesting!!

bulb are very good, competitive and their electricity is from completely renewable sources.
I have a refer a friend link that will give us both £50 off our bill if you go with them, have a look at their website
www.bulb.me/helen4067?utm_campaign=account-referral-share&utm_medium=copy-link&utm_source=copy-button

 

[ianthebuilder]

Does that include the 25% single occupier discount?

yes,,, x

 

[Shrimp]

Curtains or Blinds?
Curtains will make the rooms seem more cosy and will absorb more noise-stops a room sounding hollow.
Blinds are probably less faff to install, won’t feel as cosy and if you use Venetian blinds will need cleaning/dusting!

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[denisejoe]

We've got vertical blinds and they're brilliant. Planning on getting some for our bedroom when we decorate it again.

 

[Steve and Denise]

With your water rates there is a tariff called Solo that makes it cheaper for singles.

 

[icantremember]

With your water rates there is a tariff called Solo that makes it cheaper for singles.

Yes, but Ian's water bill should be doubled to take account of the amount of tea he drinks!

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[ianthebuilder]

Right first hurdle to overcome!!

plumber has been, turned up valve under sink, not any noticeable difference! But he’s not legally allowed to do anything else!
removal of the valve/ thermostat would be the answer, so I’m going to speak to the housing and see if they would let me pay to have it taken out or bypassed! It’s all to do with a death of a child apparently, now all taps on bath are only set to around 46degrees,, no bloody good to me!

I don’t mind paying to remove, and I won’t mind paying to replace if I leave, but we shall see what they say! Stupid regulations, cold baths, and showers!!

will let you know how it goes! Xxxx.

on the other hand I could say nothing, get it taken out privately, and take a chance, but I shall speak to housing first! Xx

 

[Silver-Fox]

Take the bath panel off then the valve cover and see if you can wind it up ?

Obviously I’m not telling you to do it and all risk is down to you ??

 

[Steve and Denise]

Right first hurdle to overcome!!

plumber has been, turned up valve under sink, not any noticeable difference! But he’s not legally allowed to do anything else!
removal of the valve/ thermostat would be the answer, so I’m going to speak to the housing and see if they would let me pay to have it taken out or bypassed! It’s all to do with a death of a child apparently, now all taps on bath are only set to around 46degrees,, no bloody good to me!

I don’t mind paying to remove, and I won’t mind paying to replace if I leave, but we shall see what they say! Stupid regulations, cold baths, and showers!!

will let you know how it goes! Xxxx.

on the other hand I could say nothing, get it taken out privately, and take a chance, but I shall speak to housing first! Xx

You can’t make tea at 46 degrees ??

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[M-J]

Doubtful the housing people will agree to having it removed or bypassed.

 

[mitzimad]

Right first hurdle to overcome!!

plumber has been, turned up valve under sink, not any noticeable difference! But he’s not legally allowed to do anything else!
removal of the valve/ thermostat would be the answer, so I’m going to speak to the housing and see if they would let me pay to have it taken out or bypassed! It’s all to do with a death of a child apparently, now all taps on bath are only set to around 46degrees,, no bloody good to me!

I don’t mind paying to remove, and I won’t mind paying to replace if I leave, but we shall see what they say! Stupid regulations, cold baths, and showers!!

will let you know how it goes! Xxxx.

on the other hand I could say nothing, get it taken out privately, and take a chance, but I shall speak to housing first! Xx

they will not let you take it out ian best not to mention it, find a plumber who will take it out for cash and leave the valve under the bath so you havent stolen it

 

[chaser]

Is your shower electric or off the same circuit, if electric can you have that running into your bath as well that's what we do to fill ours quicker.

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