Maintenance & Repairs - August 2006

My gas grill tank is full, but the flame is very low and won't stay lit. I can't figure out the problem - any suggestions ?

2006-08-04 13:55:40 · 8 answers · asked by Traci O 1

Have a two-year old GE side-by-side refrigerator; the freezer side makes a VERY ghost-like moan/whine, usually in the evening-night hours. It sounds a bit whistle-y, like air passing through a tight space. Sound lasts about 10-15 seconds, ascending in tone and then descending, and repeats regularly. No temperature problems or frosting, though--otherwise is running fine. GE FAQ at http://www.geappliances.com/service_and_support/faqs/faq_refrigerators.htm indicates that most modern fridges "moan, groan or sizzle." Dug around the Web and only found one similar experience, someone who had a repairman come out. He installed a "noise pack" on the back of the appliance that didn't really help. Should I bother coughing up the dough for a service call?

2006-08-04 12:58:23 · 8 answers · asked by webdz9r 1

The clog almost looks like reeeeeaaalllly thick soap scum, only it is black! I don't want to use Drano all the time, because that will eventually damage the pipes. They are plastic.

2006-08-04 12:49:02 · 10 answers · asked by MamaBear 6

I need to know when they frist started using the allen wrench to grind gears in garbage disposals

2006-08-04 12:44:20 · 2 answers · asked by blondbubbles60 2

Every toilet my son uses gets clogged, and we don't know what to do. Plunging doesn't help much. Please Help!

2006-08-04 12:08:24 · 12 answers · asked by convertmolly 1

This was an addition done 20-30 years ago. The concrete was never given a proper 'finish' and it's dusty, chipped and not level in areas. The "levelers" sold at Home Depot are not all the same. Some are only good to 1/8 inch which doesn't work for me. I've been told I can have more concrete poured on top but it has to be 6 inches thick. Having it 'leveled' by professionals would cost a couple thousand dollars that I don't have. Is this a DIY project or should I go shopping for carpet? If I do end up with carpet, what do I do about the dust from the concrete? I'm afraid it will just work its way up into the carpet.

2006-08-04 11:55:14 · 7 answers · asked by arizonakal 6

Before you ask... it does not work... it's in the dining room!

2006-08-04 11:46:37 · 13 answers · asked by AZRAEL Ψ 5

2006-08-04 11:26:17 · 3 answers · asked by glenb39 2

2006-08-04 11:22:08 · 16 answers · asked by alan r 1

i need to take the cover off the air filter thing to take it to home depot to get a new one...but i don't have a flathead screwdriver. i don't want to drive all the way to home depot, come all the way back, get the filter, then have to return.

is there something to substitute for a flathead besides a butter knife? keeping in mind that i have one tool (a phillips head screwdriver).

2006-08-04 11:08:33 · 7 answers · asked by :) 4

I could replace my current unit as part of some remodeling I'm doing, but I could also wait. I'm interested in knowing if there are greater improvements in efficiency in the offing!

2006-08-04 11:06:01 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

The particular anchor that I am looking for is made of flat spring steel, folded to look like a "T". Can somebody help me with a name or manufacturer? I thought that I had purchased them at either Ace Hardware, or True Value, but they no longer carry them.

2006-08-04 10:48:34 · 5 answers · asked by cave_canem 2

I just moved into a new home and my electric dryer is a 3 prong
the outlet is a 4 prong. I need to know how to wire the 4 prong
wire to my dryer.

2006-08-04 09:46:07 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-08-04 09:30:27 · 1 answers · asked by BERNIE G 1

We live in a mobile home and the toilet does not flush well the hardware inside appears to be working. It sometimes flushes ok , but most of the time no. Anyone have any ideas

2006-08-04 08:54:13 · 7 answers · asked by ssmithblueskies 2

2006-08-04 08:47:51 · 8 answers · asked by Jimmy Y 1

does anyone do repair on hydraulic lift pumps or where can I find one for john deere (m) tractor? Revels could not find it .

2006-08-04 08:42:04 · 1 answers · asked by BAY BEE 1

2006-08-04 07:29:36 · 7 answers · asked by ScriptMan 2

Starts find cold, when engine gets hot, stahls and will not start till engine cools off, Replaced the SS ignition Coil thinking this was the problem. However an hour after mowing stahled again and will not start, NO spark at Spark Plug from wire to plug. HELP

2006-08-04 07:14:09 · 5 answers · asked by Todd U 1

There is no condensation coming from my A/C. I live in south Louisiana and the humidity is high here. Had it checked by a professional who said everything INCLUDING FREON was fine. The house does not get more than 10 degrees below outside temp. I keep the filter changed. The compressor is fine and there are no obstructions around the outside unit. The unit runs constantly and performed well last summer.

2006-08-04 07:10:54 · 11 answers · asked by bradlandreth 3

There are wires showing, is it not safe to use? What if I tape it with electrical tape?

2006-08-04 06:57:41 · 11 answers · asked by krymarbet 1

There are 2 wall switches side by side. 1 works, but the other doesn't. Is there anything else I can try before calling in a professional electrician? Thanks.

2006-08-04 06:46:22 · 7 answers · asked by Bob A 1

2006-08-04 06:36:35 · 6 answers · asked by Giggly Giraffe 7

My wife swears that she was told not to ever use air filters with metal parts in our home's AC system. I think she was either told wrong or heard wrong, as so many filters are manufactured that way.

2006-08-04 06:31:45 · 1 answers · asked by Kurt 2

2006-08-04 06:18:12 · 2 answers · asked by bsmclellan 1

2006-08-04 06:13:33 · 2 answers · asked by djlonghorn1 1

Brand new toilet, only it leaves a few floaties behind after a flush...any ideas?

2006-08-04 06:09:25 · 9 answers · asked by FerretLover 3

What does the bonding jumper look like? I got the dryer with no cord (must have got lost in transport?) so can't base anything on how it was previously wired.
Thanks

2006-08-04 06:03:45 · 3 answers · asked by Sarah 1

This seems to occur more frequently during the summer months when it's hotter. I always had this problem ever since I got my bathroom done by a contractor 7 years ago. What do you think is causing this? Do I need to have electrical work done to it?

2006-08-04 05:58:26 · 3 answers · asked by sdsherman 2

i was instructed to add bleach to this drainage pipe. but i do not know where to add it.

2006-08-04 05:57:17 · 4 answers · asked by Carolyn S 1