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We'll always have Mablethorpe thread #7

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WhatIsThisWatt · 30/07/2017 14:53

I can't believe we're on 7.

In need to go and catch up on the last couple of pages of 6.

Still no CFN OR ANYONE.

I'm thinking someone will be there tomorrow. HOPEFULLY.

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mummyofmoomoos · 31/07/2017 11:26

So sorry you are having to deal with this Whattyyy, your heart must have been in your mouth when you knocked on the doors- you're so brave! Flowers

Spookle · 31/07/2017 11:26

@Smeaton Fresh Princess of the Garden Chair is brilliant!

WhatIsThisWatt · 31/07/2017 11:27

freckles I don't think so, only for the reason that I posted here I was only going to be out for an hour, but who knows.

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MrsMozart · 31/07/2017 11:27

Definitely get that planter or similar in front of those doors.

Whatever they do inside is of no concern, so long as structurally sound of course.

As an aside, as it's a party wall they've changed, speak to your insurer / solicitor / mortgage lender about having a structural engineer check the work that's been done, i.e. is is safe and sound.

WhatIsThisWatt · 31/07/2017 11:28

keira it was extremely odd.

I know, I hope not, but at least I am aware of it and will be keeping my guard well and truly up!

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DudeHatesHisCarryOut · 31/07/2017 11:29

That's appalling! Hope they don't come back today. Maybe you should have got a brandy with your coffee!

It feels a tad inappropriate to post this now, but I thought the CFB needed a song of his own (from Pirates of Penzance):

When I was a lad I served a term
As apprentice to a builder's firm.
I made the tea and I swept the floor,
And I first caught sight of a patio door.
And he first caught sight of a patio door.
I relished the sight so eagerly
That now I am the whiz of building fuckery.
He relished the sight so eagerly
That now he is the whiz of building fuckery.

As apprenticeboy there was no fin'r
That they gave the post of a dry-lin'r.
I cut the board to the size requir'd
And fixed them to the walls desir'd.
He fixed them to the walls desir'd.
I lined the walls so carefully,
That now I am the whiz of building fuckery.
He lined the walls so carefully,
That now he is the whiz of building fuckery.

In lining walls I made such a name
That a plasterer I soon became
I wore dusty boots and a dirty boiler-suit
But my latest girlfriend thought I looked cute.
But his latest girlfriend thought he looked cute.
And that new role did so well for me,
That now I am the whiz of building fuckery.
And that new role did so well for he,
That now he is the whiz of building fuckery.

Of planning consent I never got a grip,
But needless to say got a partnership.
And that was the closest I got to the law,
The right side, at least, the other side more.
The right side, at least, the other side more.
But that lack of facts so suited me,
That now I am the whiz of building fuckery.
But that lack of facts so suited he,
That now he is the whiz of building fuckery.

Now DIYers all, whoever you may be,
If you wish to rise to the top of the tree,
If your soul isn't fettered to the letter of the law,
Be guided by this and don't be overaw'd:
Stick close to your tools, don't learn the decrees,
And you all may be whizzes of building fuckery.
Stick close to your tools, don't learn the decrees,
And you all may be whizzes of building fuckery.

eleanor1989 · 31/07/2017 11:29

The shop keeper thought he saw a chinese lady there. Was she there today? Are the builders of the same ethnicity?

It must be so frustrating not actually knowing what is going on when they they are your neighbour and they have access to your garden. If you could put a face to the neighbour then at least you could know your speaking to the right person. All the secrets must make this so frustrating and stressful for you op. Sad

MadamePomfrey · 31/07/2017 11:30

I don't think they are aware of the thread as you said yesterday you would only be and her but the still came.

bilbodog · 31/07/2017 11:30

Just want to join in and say thanks for all the updates OP. Been following all weekend and this is the first time ive managed to get a word in! Hope this gets sorted soon although will be bereft
at end of thread ☹️

SchadenfreudePersonified · 31/07/2017 11:33

whatever they are doing internally is just getting themselves into deeper poo and isn't your problem

Unless they demolish a load-bearing wall.

MissFitton · 31/07/2017 11:33

Bloody hell Watt I'm Angry on your behalf. Olivia Coleman (the nice planning lady) will be Angry too , I would imagine

Allthebestnamesareused · 31/07/2017 11:34

I know its a bit late but I'd have accepted Ken's brandy!

EvelynWardrobe · 31/07/2017 11:36

Watt, next time you see them can you call Planning first rather than speak to them, in the hope that they get caught in the act?

EvelynWardrobe · 31/07/2017 11:37

When you describe them as giving blank looks, is there a language issue?

SchadenfreudePersonified · 31/07/2017 11:37

Dude

Star Star Star Star Star

instrifeagain · 31/07/2017 11:37

*Unless they demolish a load bearing wall
*
Is there a floor above? If not the wall won't be load bearing.

SchadenfreudePersonified · 31/07/2017 11:38

When you describe them as giving blank looks, is there a language issue?

only if they decide there is, I suspect.

KeiraKnightleyActsWithHerTeeth · 31/07/2017 11:38

OP Do you have friends locally?
Do you know anyone with kids in a flat without a garden who might like free reign of your garden during the holidays or someone who wants some peace working from home? Might be nice to have someone popping in and out if possible.

WhatIsThisWatt · 31/07/2017 11:39

evelyn no, the one I spoke to was very much English. Chap behind him PRETENDED not to understand me Angry

I've also heard them shouting and swearing to each other so it's not that. Although goodness knows where the Chinese woman fits in to all of this!!!!! Confused

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ASDismynormality · 31/07/2017 11:40

This is going to drag on for a long time as they obviously feel that carrying on with the work is ok. I really feel for you OP.

crazynutterwoman · 31/07/2017 11:43

As a crazy Googler, I would suggest to 1.go to the Land Registry website, download and save a copy of the title deed for £3. Google the names on the title deed in both Web search and image search. By the time you get to page 10 of the search results, you will find anything useful if it exists on the Internet. 3. Google the name of the builders on the original van, add location to the search, it will help. 4. If it's a registered company, then you will find their Companies House details, including their registered address

EvelynWardrobe · 31/07/2017 11:44

Fuck, this is awful, you must feel very intimidated. Has your solicitor offered any ideas?

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StormTreader · 31/07/2017 11:46

Did you replace the tape with cable ties OP? My heart was actually pounding reading your latest update about finally confronting them!

SwearySwearyQuiteContrary · 31/07/2017 11:48

Were they doing anything to the doors? I know taping the handles might not have been the way forward but surely a very heavy planter or bench to prevent access would be reasonable given that they are refusing to engage with you.

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