Looking for leaks.
I've been asked to fix a few leaks around garden windows, conservatories and porches lately. Sometimes it's like looking for a needle in a haystack.
One recent job had water dripping down the roof window frame on a porch. The client had made a good job of siliconing around the exterior joins, yet still it leaked - lots.
Up on the ladder I noticed a dent on the tin roof where a roofer had missed the nail and bashed the ridge. There was a little pool underneath the nailhead and a tiny tear in the iron. So I sealed the damaged area and crossed my fingers.
I got a a nice surprise the other day in the Rangiora Pak n Save car park when the client told me that it had done the trick even after a torrential downpour.
So I guess the moral of this is where we see the water damage may a long way from where the leak is, so think like a drip and search uphill from where you see the water coming in. You may be surprised.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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58.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.1% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15% ... It is complicated
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
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A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
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