Thanks for this had same type of cover, lasted 28 years before frame went. Now replacing with cast iron! Great video enjoyable watching a craftsman at work.
Excellent explanation, I have to install one to replace a very heavey concrete slab plus a filler at one side. This has helped me figure out how to make it work. Hope it goes as well as yours. Thanks again.
Thanks for the video. The mortor around our man hole cover in the back yard crumbled away and caused a big blockage 🤢🤮 Now that's sorted I just need to replace the rusty cover and this video has shown how simple it is.
Thank you - I looked at a clarks drain cover today as the lid has rotted on mine in the garden - and was wondering how do I change this. Now I know it is reasonably straight forward, thanks to your help. I will get it ordered and done.
Thanks for your kind comment. Sorry for the late reply (not getting any notifications for some reason?). Glad it helped, go for it. Save yourself a fortune ;0)
you are the best i have ever seen so far from skilfully people. the way you do it as extraordinary. Thank you for video. i wish i could help you. i feel obliged..
Great vid, need to do this but I've put it off for ages as my drain is out in full view of the street, worried I was going to look a nobhead not knowing what I'm doing 😂
Thanks for the vid, I'm just about to replace mine, I made the mistake of thinking the frame slotted in to the brick work but I see that it rests on top and is held in place by the concrete you laid. I just nervous that it will slip because I park cars on mine.
Great video, thanks. What is the tool called that you cut through the tarmac with before breaking it up? Could I use that tool to cut through a paving stone?
Yep, but do it so you don't damage the chamber, mine was pretty much broken off any way. I would imagine you would have to dig down a bit with one of those? They're quite thick aren't they? Cheers Larcs 👍
I detect a Bristolian accent? Thanks for this though - very helpful. Question - why use mortar for bedding the frame and concrete for filling the gap surrounding? Sorry - not a builder, so have no clue.
Somerset boy, not far from Brizzol👍. I used mortar to bed it down because the stones in the concrete could stop it leveling down properly (they won't squish like mortar 😉).
How many parts of cement / sand /mortar for the mixture that you use to hold the manhole frame down & fill in the edges that you cut out earlier? Any particular brand of mortar/cement would you recommend?
Thanks, I set the frame down on mortar - 1 part cement, 3 parts builders sand. Filled in around it with concrete - 1 part cement, 2 parts chipping, 3 parts sand. Or 1 part cement, 5 parts ballast. Any normal cement from a builders merchants will do. Cheers Larcs 👍
That cover no good need a heavy duty one as its on a road good luck driving ur car over that i take your next video will be how to remove a car from chamber
That lid is not rated 10tonnes. It's 6.25kilo Newtons or 6.25tonnes. It's not even up to A15 on BSI. It's a Facta one for pavement only. Won't do you any harm but it's the cheapest money can buy and if you want it to last a lifetime you must get a cast iron one, not a plastic frame one
Thank you very much! I had the same problem and watched a few videos to figure out how to do it. Yours was the most helpful! Very grateful 🙏
Thanks, no problems. Glad it was of some help 👍
Thanks for this had same type of cover, lasted 28 years before frame went. Now replacing with cast iron! Great video enjoyable watching a craftsman at work.
Thanks very much 😃. Good luck with the replacement.
Cheers Larcs 👍
Excellent explanation, I have to install one to replace a very heavey concrete slab plus a filler at one side. This has helped me figure out how to make it work. Hope it goes as well as yours. Thanks again.
Thanks, no problems 😃. Good luck sorting it out 🤞.
Cheers Larcs 👍
Thanks for the video. The mortor around our man hole cover in the back yard crumbled away and caused a big blockage 🤢🤮
Now that's sorted I just need to replace the rusty cover and this video has shown how simple it is.
Thanks, good luck sorting it out 🤞.
Cheers Larcs 👍
Thanks for the video. Great idea putting the builder's bag down there. I have to replace one too and i will use that. Thanks
Thanks for the comment👍 good luck with the repairs.
Many Thanks! I’m tackling mine tomorrow & this has given me the knowledge to do it well. Great video
Thanks, no probs 👍. Good luck with the repair 🤞.
Cheers Larcs
Thank you - I looked at a clarks drain cover today as the lid has rotted on mine in the garden - and was wondering how do I change this. Now I know it is reasonably straight forward, thanks to your help. I will get it ordered and done.
No probs. Good luck with the repair.
Cheers Larcs 👍
Super useful video! Thank you for making it. You make it look easy!
Thanks 👍
Thanks for the clear instructions and the clear explanations
Thanks 👍
Great video. Thanks for taking the time. Tidy job and your video has helped with my install.
Thanks for the feedback. Glad to help👍.
Really helpful! Thank you so much. I have exactly the same problem and you've given me the confidence to do the job myself - Cheers!
Thanks for your kind comment.
Sorry for the late reply (not getting any notifications for some reason?).
Glad it helped, go for it. Save yourself a fortune ;0)
Great job mate...i will follow this when i do mine...😊
@@davegill7614 Thanks, good luck sorting it out 🤞.
Really excellent, I’ve got to the same with an identical 10T cover. Thanks. Bob M. South Wales
@@bobmizen1 Thanks, no problems 👍
you are the best i have ever seen so far from skilfully people. the way you do it as extraordinary. Thank you for video.
i wish i could help you. i feel obliged..
Thanks for your kind comment 👍
Cheers Larcs
Great vid, need to do this but I've put it off for ages as my drain is out in full view of the street, worried I was going to look a nobhead not knowing what I'm doing 😂
Thanks 😂. Good luck sorting it out 🤞.
Thanks for the vid, I'm just about to replace mine, I made the mistake of thinking the frame slotted in to the brick work but I see that it rests on top and is held in place by the concrete you laid. I just nervous that it will slip because I park cars on mine.
Thanks, ours is still good and it gets driven over every day. Good luck sorting it out 🤞.
Cheers Larcs 👍
That road noise is brutal. Would struggle living there
It's not too bad, I think the camera makes it sound worse. 👍
Good job well done mate!
Thanks very much 😁
Cheers Larcs 👍
Great video, thanks. What is the tool called that you cut through the tarmac with before breaking it up? Could I use that tool to cut through a paving stone?
Thanks, it's a 9 inch grinder with a diamond cutting disc fitted & yes, it's good for cutting paving stone.
Cheers Larcs 👍
I'm laying block paving, but have a buchan trap access 360x240. I can't find anything with a paving collar to fit. Any ideas? Thanks
No sorry, I don't know?
Cheers Larcs 👍
Great job, mine is Raised, I want to get one of those you put block paving in. Do I just smash the surround off?
Yep, but do it so you don't damage the chamber, mine was pretty much broken off any way. I would imagine you would have to dig down a bit with one of those? They're quite thick aren't they?
Cheers Larcs 👍
Brilliant video, going to try it myself now. What's the drill bit that you used to break up the concrete? That's the only thing I missed
Thanks 😃. It's just an SDS+ drill from Screwfix with a chisel bit. Good luck with the repair 🤞.
Cheers Larcs 👍
I detect a Bristolian accent?
Thanks for this though - very helpful.
Question - why use mortar for bedding the frame and concrete for filling the gap surrounding? Sorry - not a builder, so have no clue.
Somerset boy, not far from Brizzol👍. I used mortar to bed it down because the stones in the concrete could stop it leveling down properly (they won't squish like mortar 😉).
@@LarcsWorkshop ahhh I see. That makes sense. Nice one, cheers babber!
@@dbrown8698 👍
Thanks mate, very helpful video
No probs, thanks 👍.
How many parts of cement / sand /mortar for the mixture that you use to hold the manhole frame down & fill in the edges that you cut out earlier? Any particular brand of mortar/cement would you recommend?
Thanks, I set the frame down on mortar - 1 part cement, 3 parts builders sand. Filled in around it with concrete - 1 part cement, 2 parts chipping, 3 parts sand. Or 1 part cement, 5 parts ballast. Any normal cement from a builders merchants will do.
Cheers Larcs 👍
I'll be tackling mine next weekend
Good luck.
Cheers Larcs
Really informative 👍
Thanks 👍
Your video is proper love it
Thanks very much for your kind comment 👍
Cheers Larcs.
Brilliant. Just the info I needed, thanks. Just one question - Is the ballast really required or would just a sand and cement mix work?
Cheers 👍. Could be ok for foot traffic, but I wouldn't recommend it if you're driving over it.
Good job!
Thanks 👍
What does it cover? Storm water drainage?
Yes it used to be, but it has now been disconnected, it's just got a water isolation valve in it now🙂.
Cheers Larcs 👍
Brilliant nice one !
Thanks 👍
How long would you leave the mortar to dry before concreting? Does it have to be fully dry? thanks!
I didn't wait for it to set off completely, just a couple of hours. Seems ok still👍.
Cheers Larcs.
@@LarcsWorkshop thanks mate!
@@bendavis6784 No problem 👍
Cheers Larcs.
Do you need to let council know or waters supplier?
This one is on private property with private drainage, so no. Would be worth checking with your local council if you're unsure.
Cheers Larcs
Thanks. Useful video
No probs, glad it was of some use.
Cheers, Larcs.
Very helpful. Thanks
Thanks 👍
NOOICE!
Cheers 👍
Cement concrete and mortor are 3 different things
Yes they are.
All good 👍
Cheers, Larcs.
That mix don't look right at all
Ok, but it's still fine over a year later.
Lol
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That cover no good need a heavy duty one as its on a road good luck driving ur car over that i take your next video will be how to remove a car from chamber
It's rated at 10tonnes and it's in a domestic drive so should be ok. I'll keep an eye on it though, thanks 👍
There is always one isn't there. Know it all who clearly doesn't.
That lid is not rated 10tonnes. It's 6.25kilo Newtons or 6.25tonnes. It's not even up to A15 on BSI. It's a Facta one for pavement only. Won't do you any harm but it's the cheapest money can buy and if you want it to last a lifetime you must get a cast iron one, not a plastic frame one