Handy Mac

Lark Cottage, Balgavies
FORFAR
Angus
DD8 2TH
56.6514, -2.7488

Handyperson

cliffhanger@gardener.com

0800 046 8148

07738 353 873

Listed under: Bathrooms / Bathroom Fitters / Bathroom Installers, Carpenters & Joiners / Carpentry & Joinery, Handyman / Handyperson, Kitchens / Kitchen Fitters / Kitchen Installers, Painters & Decorators / Painting & Decorating, Plumbers / Plumbing, Property Maintenance, Tilers / Tiling

100% recommended: 9.6/10
25 reviews since 2012

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating		9.6/10

Quality		9.5/10

Tidy		9.6/10

Service		9.7/10

Value		9.6/10



Good Practice

Charges	100%

Timing	100%

Payment	90%

Reliable	100%

Invoice	96%

Guarantee	80%

Recent Reviews

" The gentleman is always very polite and manner able also feel very trustworthy. He never promises what he cannot fulfil. I will continue to use his se...." more

" First class, friendly service at a very reasonable price. Kept us fully informed at all times and tided up mess fully before leaving. Also got job don...." more

" I have employed Mr McDiarmid before and have found him really helpful friendly and reliable. His work is of a high standard and no job is too small." more

" Very pleasant and efficient workman despite having to cope with very old and outdated pipe-fittings, during sink-top replacement. Thank you!. Trading...." more

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Review 26 Apr 2012 Recommended by customer in Brechin, DD9 56.7403, -2.6607 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £70

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Repairs of fencing.

"The gentleman is always very polite and manner able also feel very trustworthy. He never promises what he cannot fulfil. I will continue to use his services in the future whenever possible."

Review 18 Apr 2012 Recommended by customer in Forfar, DD8 56.6381, -2.9045 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £50

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Replace corroded toilet cisten bottom plate and wasket.

"First class, friendly service at a very reasonable price. Kept us fully informed at all times and tided up mess fully before leaving. Also got job done quickly and efficiently. Lovely man- wish we’d found him years ago!"

Review 16 Apr 2012 Recommended by customer in Forfar, DD8 56.6301, -2.7653 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £290

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Building shelves and papering walls.Also fixing 2 mirrors up,fitting door catches, mending hinges and handles.

" I have employed Mr McDiarmid before and have found him really helpful friendly and reliable. His work is of a high standard and no job is too small. "


Finished shelf unit with utility room papered		View from external door
Images & captions supplied by the business. Publication approved by the customer.

Review 10 Apr 2012 Recommended by customer in Forfar, DD8 56.6218, -2.7896 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £30

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

9/10

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Quality		9/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		9/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		9/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		9/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Repairs to door latches. Install threshold.

Review 26 Mar 2012 Recommended by customer in Forfar, DD8 56.6263, -2.7729 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £105

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

"Very pleasant and efficient workman despite having to cope with very old and outdated pipe-fittings, during sink-top replacement. Thank you!. Trading Standards (Arbroath) "

Review 22 Mar 2012 Recommended by customer in Dundee, DD2 56.4982, -3.0557 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £130

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

To emulsion a conservatory and adjoining room.

"Could not have been more helpful. Was polite and courteous and made sure everything was left as he found it clean & tidy. Thank you."

Review 14 Mar 2012 Recommended by customer in Forfar, DD8 56.6428, -2.7084 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £75

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

9/10

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Quality		9/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		9/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		9/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		9/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Painting 2 ceilings 2 coats.

"Well done."

Review 27 Feb 2012 Recommended by customer in Forfar, DD8 56.6428, -2.7084 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £170

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

8.8/10

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Quality		9/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		9/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		9/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		8/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

"Good work well executed in record time."

Review 24 Feb 2012 Recommended by customer in Arbroath, DD11 56.6394, -2.6565 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £325

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

"Initially used for fitting several electrical light fittings. Then undertook large amount of wood staining to fences & facings of house. Very happy – will definitely use again & again."

Review 20 Feb 2012 Recommended by customer in Forfar, DD8 56.6274, -2.7657 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £950

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

9/10

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Quality		8/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		8/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

"Was very polite & worked away & no hassle."

Review 4 Feb 2012 Recommended by customer in Arbroath, DD11 56.6380, -2.6599 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £990

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

"Excellent service"

Review 2 Feb 2012 Recommended by customer in Forfar, Dd82 56.6514, -2.7488 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Sash and case windows were repaired, freed up and painted. (for the whole house)

" The quality of Cliff mcDiarmid's work was excellent and extremely well priced. He was also punctual, courteous and totally trustworthy. I would recommend him to anyone.

We have used Cliff since on a number of jobs both large and small and all have been completed to a very high standard. "


Lower half of windows		Cords replaced where necessary, windows freed up and given two coats of eggshell. 15 in total.
Images & captions supplied by the business. Publication approved by the customer.

Review 28 Jan 2012 Recommended by customer in St. Andrews, KY16 56.3313, -2.7979 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £828

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

"Excellent worker! I would recommend him to anyone."

Review 26 Jan 2012 Recommended by customer in St. Andrews, KY16 56.3308, -2.7952 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £1380

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

n/a

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Customer Review

"Mr. Macderamid was excellent. I’d recommend him to anyone. "

Review 25 Jan 2012 Recommended by customer in Forfar, DD8 56.6360, -2.9011 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £40

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

"Would call on them again."

Review 25 Jan 2012 Recommended by customer in Arbroath, DD11 56.6392, -2.6599 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £435

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

"Good work done by capable and pleasant tradesman."

Review 25 Jan 2012 Recommended by customer in Forfar, DD8 56.6379, -2.7061 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £640

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Papered and painted large bedroom with high ceiling and cornice, Also changed traditional wooden shutter from mahogany varnish to eggshell paint.

" All aspects of Cliff's work have been highly satisfactory. His approach and attitude is very customer friendly and he inspires trustworthiness and reliability. "


Finished result
Images & captions supplied by the business. Publication approved by the customer.

Review 24 Jan 2012 Recommended by customer in Forfar, DD8 56.6514, -2.7488 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £1500

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

Show All


Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Freeing up, fixing and painting windows internally throughout house.

"This was quite simply an excellent job. It was quickly, efficiently and economically completed to an extremely high standard. I trusted the workman and workmanship completely."

Review 23 Jan 2012 Recommended by customer in Forfar, DD8 56.6514, -2.7488 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £3505

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

n/a

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Customer Review

Outside windows were replaced where rotten and given three coats of good quality paint.

"The workmanship was of an extremely high standard and was quickly and efficiently executed. Above all I found the workman very pleasant and totally trustworthy. Very highly recommended. Could do almost anything."

Review 23 Jan 2012 Recommended by customer in Brechin, DD9 56.7403, -2.6607 business Handy Mac http://www.referenceline.com/handyperson-in-forfar-handymac-37762	Cost: £290

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

7.5/10

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Quality		8/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		7/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		7/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		8/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

"A job well done."

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