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We are in the process of repairing part of a Georgian House. There is a single story extension(original)with flat roof and parapet all around. The render on this parapet has been left neglected for a long time and there are various points of damage to it. Some places chunks have actually fallen from the cornice edging due to cracks and then frost damage. Many areas are cracked and some surfaces starting to come away.Hair line cracking all along the outer edge of the parapet is most like letting in water on a regular basis. The flat roof itself is sound and not leaking (now) but I am keen to repair the parapet with the appropriate lime render materials. Most builders I have spoken to get a glazed expression when I mention lime render. Or start talking about cement render. I would like to do this job right but without having to spend fortunes on it with a restorations company. Am I asking the impossible?We are in East Sussex, not too far from Lewes. I am researching lime render and plastering but feel a bit out at sea at finding the best advise.