Maintenance & Repairs - October 2006

Hi there,

When I turned on the furnance at my home, I noticed a smell, like the motor was burning out. Upon further investigation, the motor sure enough wasn't running and it was smoking alittle. After I played with it for a while, it starting working again. Anyway, is ther something I can do to fix the motor myself, or is it burned out. Also, do you know how much it would cost to get a new one. Thank you.

2006-10-12 10:31:38 · 4 answers · asked by sky 3

One morning I tried to use the microwave that is installed over the Range/Stove, the microsave ran for a few seconds before it suddenly stopped. I tested the outlet and found out there is no electricity in the wire. In attemptting to fix, I've tried the following things:
1. Checked all the curcuit breakers in the basement and they are all on.
2. Pushed the reset button next to stove.
3. Replaced the old outlet with a new one.

None of the above fixed the problem. What else can I do before calling an electrician? Thanks very much!!

2006-10-12 10:25:43 · 7 answers · asked by YAO L 2

how do i change the oil in my Craftsman 5.0 hp lawnmower? also, it cuts uneven, even after i replaced the blade....what else should i check?

2006-10-12 09:58:38 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have 5 doors that I'm replacing with new ones that just need to be drilled, possibly cut to size and hung on the existing frames. (bdrm, bathroom and 3 closet doors)

2006-10-12 09:56:03 · 4 answers · asked by MSA 1

My house is made of concrete and in the last weeks the roof is beginning to crack pretty hard and in the same spots (3 different places around the house). My question is if this is normal or if I am in danger of having the roof falling. I live in the top part of a duplex, there is absolutely anything on the roof, and we cannot see any cracks.
Any good advice will be welcome.
Luis

2006-10-12 09:47:47 · 3 answers · asked by luizgm 1

appliances to furnace ,fixing or replacement for $36 monthly which would be included with my mortg. pmt. Does this sound good or does anyone out there have this? I do worry about furnace due to its age and about plumbling since I had this problem before and was expensive to get fixed. What do you think? Thanks.

2006-10-12 09:31:06 · 4 answers · asked by luckylindy0 4

2006-10-12 08:55:46 · 6 answers · asked by Soul Survivor 1

2006-10-12 08:28:09 · 4 answers · asked by nikkio27 2

I have a lawnmower that doesnt run but yet is brand new. It has been sitting for about one year and I am sure that has something to do with it. Can anyone assist me with the steps I will need to do in order to get it running? I dont think that it will be a lot of hard work but I still need some direction. You can respond here and email me with more detailed directions if need be. milehighstar@yahoo.com.
Thanks!

2006-10-12 08:00:43 · 5 answers · asked by milehighstar 2

waited almost 2yrs to have it tore down and that was in june 2006.
still waiting to have it put back up now in oct.and still no answer to as when it will be done and it's been kinda chilli at night.

2006-10-12 07:42:02 · 6 answers · asked by sandbagnruss 1

2006-10-12 07:14:17 · 9 answers · asked by dtl1995 1

What has to be wrong with a house in order for inspectors to condemn the house. Can it include floors or roofs not structurally sound? What about plumbing?

2006-10-12 07:11:22 · 4 answers · asked by MCS 2

with the washing machine and lighting computer ect...

2006-10-12 07:03:45 · 9 answers · asked by PAUL D 3

I have a well how can i get more water pressure?

2006-10-12 06:16:40 · 7 answers · asked by lisamarie7901 5

2006-10-12 06:08:00 · 12 answers · asked by moon_essence1 2

2006-10-12 05:41:53 · 5 answers · asked by cherie l 1

How often should it be resealed? And, does it need to be power washed before the seal is applied?

2006-10-12 05:40:44 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-12 05:40:06 · 6 answers · asked by cherie l 1

Hello,

When I turn on my heat in the house, I notice a stong smoky smell coming from the vents. This is the same smell that comes out when you have turned on the heat for the first time after being off all summer, however, it's not the first time I turned it on this season. What is that smell, is it dangerous, maybe hidden carbon monoxide, or something caught in the chimney. Thanks so much!

2006-10-12 05:24:41 · 9 answers · asked by sky 3

We purchased our house a year ago and the previous owners got the furnace cleaned every year. I have forgotten about it until last night when we turned on the heat! Should I have the furnace cleaned now? Or wait until spring when we stop using it?

2006-10-12 05:17:09 · 11 answers · asked by Miss Cassie 2

... cassula jade; money plant; daylilies;clementis; jasmine and some ferns, all re-potted last week. Should I follow a general rule for winter maintenance?

2006-10-12 05:04:40 · 1 answers · asked by JL 1

I want my sofit to either match my red shingles or my cedar siding..I need some ideas of what would look best..

2006-10-12 04:28:08 · 8 answers · asked by ALF 2

Should the smooth side of the key be facing up or down when inserting it into the keyhole? I think my dad use to put our door locks upside down.

2006-10-12 04:23:56 · 4 answers · asked by aimstir31 5

I don't see the water draining out in the back or in the bowl.

2006-10-12 04:05:10 · 5 answers · asked by surfer1 3

They have wood trim, I can't take them out. If I could get them open enough I figure I could sand them. But how to get them open?

2006-10-12 03:15:13 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am replacing my front porch lightbulb and don't think the 60w that was in there was the right wattage, is there some way to find out what wattage is correct??

Thanks

2006-10-12 03:07:28 · 4 answers · asked by tommyinsag 1

2006-10-12 02:57:31 · 8 answers · asked by tracy c 1

2006-10-12 02:41:08 · 12 answers · asked by phill_brusman 1

I rent a home and we are not allowed to use plastic on our windows. Some of the windows are old, and leak air really bad. I tried weather strips last year but it didnt really work so well. Any suggestions? Should I use the plastic anyways? The window in my kids room makes a terrible hissing sound from the wind. Also some of the windows dont have storm doors on them. The newer windows are fine but the old ones are terrible they leak where the window shuts and hits the sill. Please help froze our butts off last year, and lost a bunch of heat and money. Thanks in advance.

2006-10-12 02:22:34 · 12 answers · asked by lilmissnippy 3

Hello all. I do apologize if I am on the wrong site for this. Should I continue to pay rent? It has been raining inside my apartment for sometime now, of course, when it rains outside. My landlord keeps putting off fixing it and sometimes says he just can't find the problem. I put several buckets around the apt. as it is not a major problem for me yet. I do not have to run back and forth emptying the buckets but it has gotten a lot worse. Someone told me to withhold rent until it is fixed. Believe it or not, someone at the health dept. said they didn't know. Landlord took pictures 2 months ago for his ins. (he believes my apt. falls under his house insurance.) Sorry again if I am in the wrong area here. Appreciate any input. Thank you.

2006-10-12 02:03:45 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous