Home & Garden - 3 February 2007

Now that we are in the dead of winter, I'm noticing my pellet stove isn't burning as hot as it used to (on the same setting), like it did earlier in the winter/late fall. Is this because of colder temperatures outside, or is something else wrong?

My pellet stove is made by Harman.

2007-02-03 02:06:28 · 3 answers · asked by Razor 2 in Other - Home & Garden

2007-02-03 02:00:35 · 8 answers · asked by johnnyvalentine 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I am remodeling a house that is about 60 yrs old, while removing old drywall above a door i found the top plate eaten away by termites as well as several of the cripples. I also discovered damage next to the door in the floor plate. i would just like to repair it and be done with it. There were no termites, or even dead ones, but their damage was thorough. Should I notify the property owner w/ more costs and slow the job, or should i just reapir the visible damage and put up new drywall. The property owner is trying to keep costs low, it's a rental that will either be resold, or torn down in a few years. What is the best course of action, I'm ready to paint!

2007-02-03 01:57:26 · 4 answers · asked by NIGHTSHADE 4 in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-02-03 01:55:53 · 20 answers · asked by benny47 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Without getting a plasterer in to do the job is there another way of making the wall smooth and ready for emulsion.I heard somewhere that there is a product on the market that is simple to use but i can't remember what.Thanks for reading.

2007-02-03 01:54:50 · 14 answers · asked by loopofeternity 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

i am a tenant of family Mosaic in the uk,My neighbours have laid laminated flooring,they live above me and making my life hell ,does any one know if they are allowed to lay it,as we are in a small block.

2007-02-03 01:54:17 · 4 answers · asked by kelly e 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Without getting a plasterer in to do the job is there another way of making the wall smooth and ready for emulsion.I heard somewhere that there is a product on the market that is simple to use but i can't remember what.Thanks for reading.

2007-02-03 01:53:07 · 10 answers · asked by loopofeternity 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

I've replaced the blower motor. Limiters, the coils look good. Replaced the thermostat, and the heating sequencers. Yet not getting warm. What should i look for now? Thanks for any help

2007-02-03 01:44:03 · 3 answers · asked by Christine C 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

which of the following is the correct description of cleaning and disinfecting process using a SEPARATE detergent and disinfectant?
1- pre clean, main clean, disinfection, final rinse and dry
2- pre clean, clean/disinfect, final rinse and dry
3- pre clean, main clean, rinse, disinfection, final rinse and dry
4- pre clean, rinse, main clean,disinfection, final rinse and dry

2007-02-03 01:42:37 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

I think the story is true,the dryer ate it.Any thoughts or ideas?

2007-02-03 01:38:26 · 6 answers · asked by thegreaseman 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

What plants are there and how fast do they grow?

2007-02-03 01:37:39 · 9 answers · asked by Relish 2 in Garden & Landscape

2007-02-03 01:37:12 · 9 answers · asked by ALLEN D 1 in Decorating & Remodeling

Our house os about 100 years old and I think still has the original wiring. It's wired entirely in 12 gauge wire and it's all in metal tubing--not sure what to call it. We still have fuses, not breakers. The wiring coming OUT of the box is still 220, and then it splits into 120 at junctions boxes. The way the fuses are, and I hope I'm explaing this right--I'm no electrician!-- is this: there are two fuses for every circuit, the black wire goes to one, and the white wire goes to the second. Someone told me they used do wiring like that on boats and ships a long time ago, if that helps explain.They are all 30 amp fuses, which I know is rather high. Considering the house has been here 100 years without burning down, and we've been here 3 years without any problem, so I'm guessing it's probably fine, but here is my concern. With 30 amp fuses, is it possible the wire could catch fire before the fuse blew? Or does the 12 gauge wire and the way its wired make higher amp fuses ok?

2007-02-03 01:33:53 · 6 answers · asked by lillith6662000 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

Mine is part of a Fridge-Freezer rather than a Chest. I cook up batchs of food and need to freeze them as quickly and efficiently as possible?

2007-02-03 01:29:14 · 8 answers · asked by pwei34 5 in Other - Home & Garden

2007-02-03 01:28:04 · 9 answers · asked by mikki W 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-02-03 01:22:04 · 3 answers · asked by mel w 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I brought a purse on Ebay for a really good deal, but when I got it, there was an odor. So I sprayed some febreze on it....that took one odor away...and brought out the true order....which is cigrette smoke. How can I get rid of that nasty smell?!!!!!!!!!!

2007-02-03 01:20:01 · 7 answers · asked by loveyellow299 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

It is a new washing machine.

2007-02-03 01:08:51 · 6 answers · asked by nadya_mercado 1 in Cleaning & Laundry

I'm replacing all the windows in my home with vinyl, double hung, tilt out windows. There are so very many different brands and I would like to buy the right ones. I want to buy the quality windows without paying for a lot of name in the product. Is there a big difference in the lower end units as compared to the upper end windows? I'm looking at Atrium 4700, Vision 2000, and ReliaBilt. What do you think? I'm not a carpenter but I want to do these myself. I have the tools and the time since I've retired. I was an electrician all my life.

2007-02-03 01:07:11 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2007-02-03 01:04:20 · 8 answers · asked by Warren D 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

i have to join flush a new rcc roof with the existing rcc roof resting on load bearing brick wall. the new rcc roof slab is supported by rc columns on other side

2007-02-03 00:55:59 · 5 answers · asked by babu n 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

My husband and I are buying a house and he wants to have architectural shingles put on, and extra $600.00. Whats the diffrence and what's a good brand?

2007-02-03 00:55:39 · 6 answers · asked by bamagrits84 3 in Decorating & Remodeling

i have to join flush a new rcc roof with the existing rcc roof resting on load bearing brick wall. the new rcc roof slab is supported by rc columns on other side

2007-02-03 00:52:38 · 3 answers · asked by babu n 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

model# lxr9245eq1

2007-02-03 00:51:07 · 10 answers · asked by lubesales 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

i would like to make a opening in a wall to make the room look bigger give it a more open look how do find out if it is a supporting wall do not want it all comming down. or weaken or damage the house

2007-02-03 00:50:27 · 7 answers · asked by fireman12 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

I live in the state of New York (Upstate)...I live in a apartment. Which is a house with 2 apartment, one upstairs one down stairs. There is only one entrance to get into the apartments...which is also your exit as well. But before you can enter the apartment...You have to go on the porch. The porch used to have two post/banister. One of them has been broken for many months. And the owner/landlord haven’t fix it yet, he just laid it alongside of the porch. I understand he has lot of iron in the fire (other things to do) such as take care of the other houses and apartments he has. Because I know he owns a lot of buildings and stuff. But it would only take 10-15 of his time to fix. A few mornings ago. I was coming down the steps, and happened to slip on some ice/snow. I could of have some support if the post/banister was there, but which it wasn’t, and in result of that. I broke my arm. Is that my fault. Would that be the landlord responsibility to fix that or was that the tenants responsibility ? These are listed in the rental agreement

Tenant Responsibility: Good housekeeping is expected of everyone. Tenant agrees to keep quarters clean and in a sanitary condition. The tenants agree not to permit any deterioration or destruction to occur while they are occupying the property. They agree to maintain the walls, woodworks, floors, furnishings, fixtures and appliances, windows, screens, doors, plumbing and heating fixtures, as well as the general structure and appearance of the property.

Tenant To maintain Dwelling Unit:
1.) Comply with all obligations primarily imposed upon tenants by applicable provisions of building codes materially affecting health and safety.
2.)Keep that part of the premises that he occupies and uses as clean and safe as the condition of the premises permit.
3.) Dispose from this dwelling unit all ashes, rubbish, garbage, and other waste in a clean and safe manner. No items are to be placed on the front porches without permission by the Landlord.
4.) Keep all plumbing fixtures in the dwelling unit or used by the tenant as clean as their condition permits.
5.)Use in a reasonable manner all electrical, plumbing, sanitary, heating, ventilating, other facilities and appliances in the premises.
6.) not deliberately or negligently destroy, deface, damage, impair, or remove any part of the premises or knowingly permit any person to do so.
7.) Conduct himself and require other persons on the premises with his consent to conduct themselves in a manner that will not disturb his neighbor’s peaceful enjoyment of the premises.

Residents warrants that he/she will meet above conditions in every respect, and acknowledges that failure to perform the obligations herein stipulated will be considered ground for termination of this agreement and loss of the deposits.

Alterations: Tenants shall make no alterations, decorations, additions or improvement in or to the premises without landlords’ prior written consent.

Waiver: All rights given to Landlord by this agreement shall be cumulative in addition to any laws which exist or might come into being. Any exercise of any rights by Landlord or failure to exercise any rights shall not act as wavier of those or any other rights. No statement or promise by Landlord, its agents or employees, as tenancy, repairs, amount of rent to be paid, or other terms and conditions shall be binding unless it is put in writing and made a specific part of this agreement.

Could You explain to me if he would still be responsible for my fall and injury? In “Tenants Responsibility” it says “woodworks” does that mean the porch too since it is made out of wood? Does this means that the fall and injury is my fault?

2007-02-03 00:40:18 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

In a couple of places in my house I have made some small display shelves by finding a studspace(in a NON load bearing wall) and cutting the drywall out between the studs 2 to 3 feet high then making a wooden display shelf to slide in between the studs then trimming the shelf out and it makes use of otherwise wasted space. My question is, I would like to put just one shelf in the hallway but the wall I want to put it on is a load bearing wall. Can I still do this so long as I don't cut any wall studs, just the drywall?

2007-02-03 00:36:35 · 10 answers · asked by Willie_the_weasel 4 in Decorating & Remodeling

If you had a similar problem I would like to learn how you reduced the smoke odour. Tks

2007-02-03 00:28:59 · 14 answers · asked by danibuoy 2 in Cleaning & Laundry

I have disconnected it and sucked it till oil started but it wont keep flowing. Any suggestions? I had run out of oil but i have did this before but it just wont seem to run freely....please help im cold!!!

2007-02-03 00:26:12 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I just moved and I'm getting a brown couch for my den and i'm going to be replacing the carpet because its shot. The walls are white and i was wondering what color carpet to use that would go with brown couches.

2007-02-03 00:20:13 · 7 answers · asked by spitzna 1 in Decorating & Remodeling