Maintenance & Repairs - September 2006

I'm new at buying tools and I usually borrow but now I'd like to buy my own. I really love carpentry and I plan to do quite a bit of projects once I have power tools. I'de like to start out by buying a circular saw and a drill. what brands and types do you recomend that are not to expensive, will do a good job, and will last a pretty long time? and if you can, which brands and types should I stay away from?

2006-09-13 17:59:04 · 11 answers · asked by Applegirl23 1

And, yes, the power switch on the wall is on. I had not used the tub for a couple of months, but before that it was fine. Also, is the motor etc, behind the marble panel on front? How do you get in there to work on it or at least try to see what is wrong?

2006-09-13 17:42:16 · 6 answers · asked by katy_moonbeam 2

when turned on by wall switch,ceiling fan will run on high speed for a couple minutes then run very slow what is wrong???do I need to buy a new ceiling fan,this one is seven years old

2006-09-13 17:31:04 · 7 answers · asked by bosco 1

Our builder has reccomended Kool ply to our home for a fee. Does it really save much money?

2006-09-13 16:17:29 · 1 answers · asked by perrx5 1

i heard that if it is sideways in the box then like it loses its gas or something? i just bought a mini fridge for college and it was in the car on its side for 5 hours or so. Someone said it might be ruined. is this true?

2006-09-13 16:04:29 · 15 answers · asked by dsfsdg d 1

i am thinking about buying a house with a pool. Are they expensive to maintain?

2006-09-13 15:42:12 · 19 answers · asked by working hard 1

Here is my problem. Our gas stove everytime leaves black mark like smoke on my fried pan when I cook no matter the fire is big or small. Does any expert know what went wrong with my gas stove and how to fix it up? I am sick of scrubbing my fried pan and pot.

2006-09-13 15:34:38 · 9 answers · asked by Snowcrane66 3

2006-09-13 15:18:47 · 5 answers · asked by momracing 1

2006-09-13 15:18:27 · 5 answers · asked by onlord2004 2

PLEASE HELP! i was really mad, so i kicked my wall and made a whole in it! How do i fix it? How much does it cost to repair it? how so I make it up for my parents?

2006-09-13 14:50:07 · 15 answers · asked by Leeda 3

2006-09-13 14:15:35 · 10 answers · asked by AM 1

this is an installation in a new home, and it involves a delta tub/shower faucet

2006-09-13 13:58:58 · 5 answers · asked by John M 1

It's a water powered A/C unit; basically cold water is pumped throughout the building and then it goes through a fan unit that blows out the cold air. For the last few months, it was beeping every few minutes. Got annoying, talked to the super and he had someone come look at it. The guy told me "It's a fire alarm.. needs a new battery." Well, I had already thought about that and checked all of them; definitely not a fire alarm. I finally tracked the noise down to the A/C unit, stuck my head up into the trap panel and I'm positive it's coming in or near it. Finally, we gave up since all the "professionals" who came to look at it were stumped, but now it's a shrill alarm sound and it's driving us crazy. Once again, the super is no help at all. It basically sounds like a security alarm panel when it's signalling that a door/window has been left open. Kind of a high pitched "eeeeeeeeeeee..." noise non-stop. Please someone tell me you know what it is.

2006-09-13 13:07:01 · 5 answers · asked by Intrfantom 2

I am very capable but this home is very old. They are pre-dry wall. There are holes in the roof and leaks everywhere. I don't need a contractor as much as I need clear instructions. I mean it is not raining in the living room, but I think they have neglected it too long. There may be structural damage. Especially to the roof. Most contractor's only cover the roof and so far few actually repair the roof. I live in the Philadelphia metro area which includes New Jersey and Delaware.

2006-09-13 12:41:30 · 9 answers · asked by KnowSean 3

look for web site for gas oven repair

2006-09-13 12:34:01 · 3 answers · asked by trucker 1

If you had both hook-ups which would you choose and why?

2006-09-13 12:33:41 · 10 answers · asked by Lisa 3

It isn't constant. I'm on second floor. Think the a/c units are over closets but still shakes even though it's cooler. Sent letter to landlord with last rent check, never heard anything.

2006-09-13 11:48:10 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

I was cutting grass when the mower acked like is was running out of gas, and I knew it was close to being empty. I filled the tank, started mower and it sputtered on any speed above idle. I thought it might have sucked trash into the filter, or fouled a plug. replaced plug and fuel filter. now the unit only runs with choke open. when i adjust the throttle to any other position it quits. Any suggestions?

2006-09-13 11:37:31 · 4 answers · asked by bobthrash 2

I have a pole lamp, and when I tried to change the light bulb the other day, it wedged in the socket, and now I can't turn it either way. I'm scared it's going to break in my hand if I twist too hard. Will I have to break it, and take the remainder out with plyers, or is there an easier way? Thanks!

2006-09-13 11:14:53 · 12 answers · asked by Beck 4

I have an industrial size pressure washer (the kind that has to be hauled on a trailer). We have only had the metal roof for about 1 1/2 year and I am afraid of damaging it with the pressure washer. What chemicals should I use and is there anything natural that can be used?

2006-09-13 10:23:12 · 5 answers · asked by kmisa 2

john cleese and sid james didn't think they were funny and tony hancock killed himself over it -he should have saved himself the trouble as hte brits are not funny and should stick to what they do best which is james bond

2006-09-13 10:19:04 · 10 answers · asked by Patrick O 2

apart from the bush's were quincy and john adams related or the harrisons?

2006-09-13 10:16:54 · 3 answers · asked by Patrick O 2

I am looking for a good hardwood floor refinish contractor that is reliablity, fair pricing, and has good track record of delivering professional detail-oriented work in the Greater Toronto Area. Did you hire a contractor that worth recommending? I would love to hear.

2006-09-13 10:07:42 · 1 answers · asked by __ambles__ 2

2006-09-13 10:02:27 · 2 answers · asked by bathont 1

2006-09-13 09:29:04 · 11 answers · asked by Sharon S 1

I have signed a contract with a contracter to do some external repair on my home that says he doesn't give estimates and that no one in the business does this. All of my neighbors have rec'd estimates on their house repairs (hail storm damage). I think I should've rec'd an estimate. I also signed a contract - didn' tknow it was that at the time - thought it was just b/c he was out to the house and wanted me to sign the document for his records. I want to know if I can break the contract by just saying I'm going with someone else or if I am bound legally to have him as my contracter.

2006-09-13 09:24:00 · 5 answers · asked by Rebecca R 1

i have tried various cowls, and even raised the height of the chimeny stack but i am still getting downdraught into the house

2006-09-13 09:23:05 · 4 answers · asked by j3nba 1

The crack runs vertically down the side of a window almost to the ground. The plaster work internally has also cracked. The cracks are not wide at all, but am very worried ...

2006-09-13 08:57:02 · 21 answers · asked by Gonjishk 1

why are washers are called washers?
does anyone have any info?

2006-09-13 08:41:48 · 11 answers · asked by simplysounds 2

After work I am going to look at a washer and dryer set (Whirlpool) that I saw an ad in the paper for. They are $75 each so there not mega great for sure. Me and my roomate just need it for a year and are planning on moving out after that anyhow so we don't need top quality
What are some things I should ask about/look for to make sure these will work for what I need them for?

2006-09-13 07:36:53 · 13 answers · asked by Lisa 3