Maintenance & Repairs - July 2006

But when we got it home and got it plugged in, we realized it doesn't have a "start" button. It has 4 buttons for different dryer selections, but when you push them, it doesn't start automatically. I'm not sure at this point if it doesn't work, or what. Someone told me they heard these types of dryers have sensors in them, and when there is wet clothes in them they will start when the button is pushed. Does anyone have any experience with these types of old dryers?

2006-07-02 15:25:34 · 8 answers · asked by kipster14 1

2006-07-02 15:12:59 · 10 answers · asked by Amy O 1

I hade my AC serviced and it was MUCH more than I thought it would be to add freon!

2006-07-02 15:02:19 · 6 answers · asked by mommyofboyz 1

Is it normal for my home A/C unit to be dripping a lot of water out of the drain pipe on my front porch? It is very hot and humid today and I know that it is just condensation, but I've never noticed it before.

2006-07-02 14:55:24 · 10 answers · asked by matpatstery 1

If you push the handle and let it go it will only begin the flushing process.

2006-07-02 14:54:30 · 4 answers · asked by rememberme2332000 1

2006-07-02 14:39:01 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

We emptied our large, in ground, concrete swimming pool to clean it. My husband became ill and we left the pool empty for about 2 months. One day, we notice one end was trying to come up out of the ground! Pool experts said to fill it with water immediately and maybe it would settle back into the ground. It did for the most part but, of course, damage (cracks, patio concrete, etc...) had already happened. Now, we are afraid to take the water out for repairs. Any suggestions?

2006-07-02 13:17:11 · 11 answers · asked by T T 1

I thought the cold water pipe has a wire which runs to a lighting pole in the ground to prevent electrocution.

2006-07-02 12:45:48 · 16 answers · asked by Captain Tomak 6

We had to pull up some carpet in our 80 YO house. We completed several rooms without incident, and had very few issues (mainly cosmetic). We got to the final room today, which is a high traffic family room. The carpet was damaged in several places, so as we had in the other rooms, we started at the edges and worked our way into the center. All looked well until we hit the very middle- there is an 8 by 10 spot of painted floor.

Under normal circumstances, I might not be alarmed, but since the house is older, I am very concerned that the paint might contain lead. We have a small child and pets, so the concern is compounded. We have been so careful, and I am absolutely heartsick that we may have put our child in any sort of danger.

It is Sunday, and I need a game plan. Can anyone give me some short term (and long term) suggestions? Money is really tight, so the more we can do ourselves, the better, but I will find the money if we need to do something to make it safe for our family.

2006-07-02 12:30:00 · 8 answers · asked by Jennygrl 2

I need to know how old my kimball pump organ is it has a serial number on it 390295 I am refinshing it and it is beautifull

2006-07-02 12:18:29 · 1 answers · asked by granny_40_2000 1

2006-07-02 11:33:40 · 11 answers · asked by jmsahr 1

2006-07-02 11:15:33 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a nasty clog in my kitchen sink and it will not let me drain the water I had done dishes with today.I tried double rounds of Drano within the last 5 hours and still no results.I am about to call a plumber to check the problem but before I do,is there other home methods I can try before calling the plumber?

2006-07-02 11:12:37 · 14 answers · asked by wsm0628 3

i live in australia and paint here is very expensive compared to back home in america. I have alot of exterior painting to do some on stucco and some on metal. I know that some people know how to make paints them selves and i would like to find a recipe for paint please

2006-07-02 11:00:50 · 1 answers · asked by biggin 1

How often should a septic tank be pumped out,providing that rid-x or other digester is used as directed?

2006-07-02 10:08:10 · 8 answers · asked by man-in-blue 2

It started this morning, and has never done it before. It's a really loud, high-pitched hum and can be heard in the bathrooms. It only makes the noise when you're not using the water. Can anyone please help before I have to pay a plumber an arm and a leg to check it out? thanks.

2006-07-02 10:03:06 · 4 answers · asked by lala 2

every time a turn on the water anywhere in the house and for about 10-15 seconds after turning it off, I hear a groaning sound from the water pipes. any ideas on how to fix that?

2006-07-02 09:38:00 · 6 answers · asked by Scott P 1

2006-07-02 09:30:17 · 5 answers · asked by jim b 1

I can't reach it, who will shave it for me?

2006-07-02 09:15:15 · 8 answers · asked by booty_doody24 1

I am getting a total electric heat pump installed and the contractor is say it will take a 90-100 amp breaker and that I have to upgrade my meter base to 200amps. Based on the electrician 15kw would be divided by 240volts to give you 62.5amps. who is wright.?

2006-07-02 09:00:56 · 10 answers · asked by Casey & Rowena S 1

Maybe I can just paint over it using a Vinyl Paint spray, such as you would use to repaint a car's dashboard (it's much the same, like a leather texture). The concern is that the paint would peel or bubble, being under (hot) water. Someone out there must've done this before. Rejuvenating this thing would be great. Thanks, Mike.

2006-07-02 08:42:52 · 5 answers · asked by ? 4

2006-07-02 08:35:27 · 13 answers · asked by Bubba 1

2006-07-02 08:22:06 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-07-02 07:54:45 · 5 answers · asked by Dumbo 1

i have a magic chef dishwasher. just recently it has started doing funky things. now when i start it it runs enough water to cover the very bottom of the dishwasher and then stops. What could be the problem? Is it anything i could fix myself? Any suggestions would be helpful. thanks.

2006-07-02 07:35:14 · 1 answers · asked by sunshine 3

My toilet tank is not filling up but it will if you turn off the water knob on the wall behind the toilet for about 1 hour then turn it back on. then flush reallt annoying and my landlord wont do a thing about it all she told me is that it is a 35 dollar job and I need to find someone to do it then take it out of the rent. Anyhow does anyone know how to fix that????

2006-07-02 07:05:59 · 11 answers · asked by SIMSGIRL 2

2006-07-02 06:19:45 · 1 answers · asked by mayflower31 1

It is a digital oven and tenant is getting an error message. Working fine previously. Tenant wants serviceman to come.

2006-07-02 05:58:35 · 10 answers · asked by Gregory G 1

2006-07-02 05:44:19 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm replacing my wax toilet bowl gasket. How do I remove the old one???

2006-07-02 05:30:55 · 14 answers · asked by FRECKLES 6