Home & Garden - 27 December 2006

I have a home that I purchased 3 years ago that is starting to look like the shingles need to be replaced. The home was built in 1972. Each floor is about 1500 square feet with a garage off to the side and a screen porch on the rear of the house. I've been told that the whole roof needs to be replaced every other time the shingles are replaced...is that true? Also, what is the cost of a whole roof with shingles and the cost with just shingles only?

2006-12-27 08:21:58 · 7 answers · asked by Wellness101 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I need help on what might be the best way to get the backing from the previous flooring and the glue off of our concrete. We started with a small area and are having a really hard time getting this crud off of the floor. We have tried adhesive removers, wire brushes, steel scraper, everything I can think of. Any help (real help) would be appreciated!

2006-12-27 08:21:23 · 3 answers · asked by aimabbs 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

2006-12-27 08:15:52 · 7 answers · asked by blackrapper1 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

I have a Hotpoint Side-by-Side refrigerator that doesnt seem to circulate air to keep the top portion of both the freezer and the fresh food side to good temperature. Does anyone have a clue what the problem might be? I have looked up different parts on the net...and I have the model number, but it hasn't pointed me in any direction yet.

2006-12-27 08:14:37 · 2 answers · asked by What, what, what?? 6 in Maintenance & Repairs

The leaflet recommends to leave the lava lamp on for no more than 4 hours at a time but it takes at least 5 hours to show movement. Is it safe to leave it on for long periods of time?

2006-12-27 08:08:37 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Home & Garden

1. If I know that a room isn't square by using a carpenters square how do I determine what the angle is?

2. How do I determine what angles to cut base molding

Thanks

2006-12-27 08:05:54 · 12 answers · asked by T2true 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Basically, I have heard it is not good to be too clean to build up an immunity to germs. At the same time I want to be clean enough.

So how often?

2006-12-27 08:04:31 · 6 answers · asked by Michelle R 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I am thinking about switching to another home insurance company. This company not only charges the annual fee, but every time we ask for a technician, we have to pay $45. This insurance was left from the previous owner. Being a first time buyer, we didn't know better so we just took whatever the previous owner had already setup. I was looking at the things that it covers and found that some of the things we don't even have. Like the ceiling fans. We don't have ceiling fans. How do I find good home insurance? Also, I wanted to have a home inspector to come inspect the house even though we already lived in it for a few years. I want to know what's needs to be fixed and if there are new problems. Is it dumb to do that? Does anyone know an honest inpsector or contractor in LA? I have had so many bad experience and needs some good referrals. thanks

2006-12-27 08:03:52 · 6 answers · asked by paula r 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-12-27 08:03:03 · 13 answers · asked by david o 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I live on the 7th floor of an apartment building and I clean the wood floor through out apartment everyday. I sweep first, then mop. But in a matter of hours, I could see my todler's feet have some dust on it already. Do you know how to keep the floor clean for at least 2 days? thank's

2006-12-27 08:02:05 · 5 answers · asked by artbaowa 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

We have a Water Softener... i dont know if that plays apart.....and we also have a septic tank..... since i didnt grow up with septic systems i dont know what is causing the awful egg smell. WHat are some things besides RidX can we do to locate and fix the problem?

2006-12-27 07:58:20 · 7 answers · asked by stuffy 5 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-12-27 07:55:22 · 4 answers · asked by mgs4Real 3 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2006-12-27 07:54:59 · 5 answers · asked by -- 4 in Cleaning & Laundry

advise on getting rid of the smell , i have tried candles, air freshners , etc. i was thinking something to put in the attic. it is especially strong when you turn on the central air?/

2006-12-27 07:51:22 · 3 answers · asked by tohottohandle 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

the wood flooring will be installed in a hallway which has six rooms opening off of it, all the rooms have carpet. I don't want to use transition strips where the doorways are. I have seen carpet joined to other type floors simular to this where the carpet appears to have been rolled under at the transition and secured. is this done with some type carpet tact strip that dosen't have the little nails sticking up? all flooring is over a concrete slab.

2006-12-27 07:51:08 · 12 answers · asked by ? 3 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2006-12-27 07:49:59 · 9 answers · asked by agf_90049 1 in Garden & Landscape

it was ordered with a whole lot of electrical equipment.

2006-12-27 07:45:18 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-12-27 07:40:18 · 11 answers · asked by steigerwoods 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I recieve scolding hot water throughout my home i.e. kitchen, and bathroom faucets but my shower stall only produces warm water at the most extreme setting. What can I do about this?

2006-12-27 07:35:22 · 4 answers · asked by Need For Help 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I need to get a part for my oven so my pilot light will stay on.
I forgot the name of it.
Can anyone help me? I also need it installed. Who would I call?

2006-12-27 07:31:36 · 8 answers · asked by Trauemer 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

We do what we can to keep the build-up to a minimum. We thoroughly rinse the tub after each use and dry it off. The problem is scrubbing off the patches of grime that collects on the sides of the drain. We use a medium to hard bristle brush with non-abrasive cleaner but it takes HOURS to clean with less than satisfactory results.

I realize that abrasives can do the trick but I don't want to scour the tub surface because that will defeat the purpose. Instead, I am hoping that some people out there have a way of dealing with this without abrasives. Thank you.

2006-12-27 07:31:06 · 8 answers · asked by Awesome Bill 7 in Cleaning & Laundry

2006-12-27 07:24:17 · 5 answers · asked by SUSAN R 1 in Other - Home & Garden

I washed our quilt we got for our wedding. it has deep blues and reds in it as well as light beige and now the blues and reds have bleed into the beige. I have not dried it. What should i do???

2006-12-27 07:23:24 · 5 answers · asked by mcdonald624 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

Ray-Glow model # 3614 33,600BTU manufactured in Shelby, Indiana

2006-12-27 07:22:50 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

Even if it were to just supplement your electric bill ?

2006-12-27 07:20:26 · 3 answers · asked by blutoadmirer 2 in Other - Home & Garden

2006-12-27 07:10:50 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I have an indirect oil hot water heater .

2006-12-27 07:09:02 · 5 answers · asked by Aura 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

each of my two toilets are in separate bathrooms but only about 3 feet from each other. Both toilets are very slow to flush. Yesterday, one toilet almost didn't flush at all and it fills up to the top before it starts bubbling, then it goes down quite slowy. Raw sewage came into one of my showers last night. Before that, I would get standing water in my shower for a few minutes after I turned the water off. It only happened once in the other shower. Here's the kicker: all my sinks throughout the house, drain just fine. I've tried liquid plumber and sulfiric acid products but nothing seems to be working. Could this be a full septic or does it sound like a clogged toilet(s)? (or what?)

2006-12-27 07:08:43 · 5 answers · asked by blutoadmirer 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

IIF you WANT to answer this PART answer: Why do ppl like baking smells more than flower scents?Or perfume/colonge.?

2006-12-27 07:04:33 · 21 answers · asked by montanna l 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

They are living in my roof. My house is solid wood and there is no way to reach them. I don't want to kill them because then my house wil stink, any ideas on how to catch and release them?

2006-12-27 07:02:26 · 11 answers · asked by aimabbs 1 in Other - Home & Garden