Maintenance & Repairs - August 2006

We had a 2.5 ton unit instaled last year, but seems to run constantly. Some one advised us that the contractor shold have used a 3 ton. The thermostat is on the second floor, however the ground floor temperature seems to always reach anywhere from 75-78 degrees if it is only 80 degrees outside. Will a larger unit make a difference? Does anyone have any other recomendations?

2006-08-19 02:54:49 · 9 answers · asked by lodicassells 2

2006-08-19 02:36:16 · 3 answers · asked by Jack 1

2006-08-19 01:39:07 · 6 answers · asked by Ethel T 2

I have 3 end tables and the finish is not wearing well. The blemished areas are into the grain.

2006-08-19 01:20:24 · 3 answers · asked by jlday1 1

I am moving soon. I don't know if I should move into a hand-built or a put-together. I think hand-built because it is bigger and I want a large house. I want one in Chino, California or Santa Monica, California. Everything and everyone will come with me. The kids are happy to be moving. I will get a new job there. But I will still breed my dogs and spay/neuter the old ones.

2006-08-19 00:18:49 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

i always read advices in which appliances and unused items should be turned off AND unplugged but it doesn't say why. does just leaving appliances off and plugged still run the meter?

2006-08-18 23:41:23 · 9 answers · asked by Tropicala 2

Anyone know how to repair a chip in any of the above? There must be something you can fill a chip with (especially a tiny one) before painting over it. Also, what is the best glue for repairing breaks (strong and dries clear). M.

2006-08-18 23:39:27 · 2 answers · asked by Marceau 2

2006-08-18 22:56:53 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm having a problem with the safety valve/drain which is placed between the main water valve (which controls the water entering into the house) and the boiler/heater. At night - and this only happens at night, after 9 p.m. - the valve leaks, draining excess water into the outside sewage drain. This is obviously beacause of excess water pressure. So my questions are:
-should I replace the safety valve/drain? It's pressure rating is 7 bars
-Any other way of reducing the water pressue w/o replacing the valve?
-Any idea why this only happens at night?

2006-08-18 22:55:05 · 9 answers · asked by rubarhubarb 3

Ive tried mothballs like some websites have suggested, But Im thinking if i keep my room full of sound (music or tv) it will deter them right? Ive sealed all of the cracks in my windows, but there still finding a way to get in !

2006-08-18 21:44:51 · 7 answers · asked by divineshadow 3

had two dogs. The dogs had accidents (you know what I mean) in the house and there is a very strong aroma which I cant get rid of. Is there any ideas what to do..the renters are out of the house...but the horrible smell still lingers on. Please help with any ideas...I really need your help because people will be coming to see it and it will take their breathe away....please help with any ideas you may have.... thanks for your help!!!!

2006-08-18 21:17:36 · 6 answers · asked by DAVID P 1

When I Switch on my TV after working a while,then the screen shows as single line(a horizontal light through the black screen) nd then it flikkered nd after taking aroud 15 minute it will be ok.

Do I need to buy a new one?
What is d pblm with the TV?

2006-08-18 20:33:08 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-08-18 19:11:05 · 7 answers · asked by Mikey 1

the breaker kick and I kick it back on and it stay on for about 3 to 4 min and it kick again. now it wont stay on! I have check all the switches and plug ins ,we also have taken all the switches and plugs out were they wound not get no connection. And turned the breaker back on and it still wont work. so I brought a new breaker and try it and it still wont stay on.so what more can I do

2006-08-18 18:26:52 · 35 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-08-18 17:59:06 · 6 answers · asked by The Last Poet 1

i need help tryin to slit a phonejack cause its too much money to pay for it..shhh can u help me

2006-08-18 16:54:09 · 7 answers · asked by Tia M 1

The seals seem fine, but the refrigerator suddenly won't turn off (adding about $40/month to the electric bill), and the freezer is full of frost. Thanks for any advice!

2006-08-18 16:42:15 · 12 answers · asked by Twelve_Labors 1

so I bought a stove from a store that was going out of business.Now everytime we turn the oven on it smells like mice .I have even removed the insulation but,it doesn't help.Anyone know how to get rid of this,I'm tired of take out!

2006-08-18 15:56:06 · 10 answers · asked by jgmafb 5

When my furnace fan is running (central air) and I start the clothes dryer (located in basement), or the kitchen vent, the fireplace (main level of ranch home) backdrafts and the home begins to smell smokey. This occurs when there is no fire and the flue damper is closed. The fireplace has a vent. I have also added a flex tubing running from the outside into the basement to provide "make-up" air for the furnace in the basement. Nothing seems to work - any advice would be greaty appreciated.

2006-08-18 15:48:45 · 14 answers · asked by Deanharv 1

once it was turned off once more, water quit running down sidewalk into street.

2006-08-18 15:46:09 · 3 answers · asked by TITKI 2

2006-08-18 15:43:40 · 7 answers · asked by just_curious 1

We had a water pipe freeze and burst last winter. I had to cut the plastic barrier under my modular to fix it. I put up some black plastic and duct taped it to the existing barrier. I went under the house the other day and discovered that the duct tape gave and moisture had intruded inside the plastic liner. Now I have a mildew smell coming from my kitchen sink and recently renovated bathroom. Any one have any ideas?

2006-08-18 15:38:08 · 4 answers · asked by Roger H 1

In the process of buying a home and i would like for everything to be up to current codes.

2006-08-18 15:12:54 · 5 answers · asked by Red bone 1

2006-08-18 15:08:11 · 2 answers · asked by Eccentric One 2

2006-08-18 15:08:09 · 4 answers · asked by lori w 1

2006-08-18 15:00:56 · 4 answers · asked by Hurricanedick 1

OOOPS I wasn't clear enough-- the re-set button is not on the motor housings ( 2 pump-motors ) it is on the heater box which contains the GFI, Electic heater, and all the switches, the timer and all the low-volt fuses

2006-08-18 14:53:36 · 3 answers · asked by percylenain 3

It is not the G.F.I. or the circuit-breaker, just the re-set button, it will run for days without problem and then trip occasionally for a day or 2 and then work fine again.

2006-08-18 14:23:26 · 7 answers · asked by percylenain 3

if not, what else?

2006-08-18 13:32:15 · 12 answers · asked by SCREWU 1

I have no idea,that's why i'm asking.

2006-08-18 13:07:45 · 7 answers · asked by black jack 2