Maintenance & Repairs - January 2007

I have seen them on the internet and ebay ranging from £14 to £140, are they all the same? Are you using one in your home now and does it work?

2007-01-01 22:39:54 · 4 answers · asked by jimauk 2

2007-01-01 22:36:44 · 5 answers · asked by holsten999 1

I have a chainsaw with a 28cc 2 stroke engine and a pull cord start. it's always been a bit tempremental to start but now refuses completely apart from a few pop-pop-pops. Fuel is fresh and correct mixture. Plug gives spark and there is vapour in the cylinder head when plug removed. Any ideas ??

2007-01-01 22:35:05 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

We would like to sand and re-finish the wood floor in our summer house. Is this something that we do ourselves (fairly competant "do-it-yourself" folks in our late 50's) with a rented sander, or should we hire a professional?

2007-01-01 22:28:02 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

My Wife just inherited, thru her mother, a vintage Model K Hamilton Beach Mixer, Chrome, and in excellent shape, amazing considering it is at least 50 years old. It is runnin rather slowly, and I checked, and noticed that the brushes are not totally worn, but almost there, and since there are two sets, I would like to replace them, and was also wondering if anybody knew the ratings of the resistors on the plate for the Speed control. I would like to replace these with modern ones, as the older ones are prone to failure and tons of heat. I would also like to see if there are available, the several addons, like Juicer, meat grinder, etc. Any Help is extremely appreciated. Thanks!!!

2007-01-01 21:26:16 · 4 answers · asked by Bad Drummer 1

I've recently had a new boiler installed (not a combi) and have had the system sealed in my 2 bedroom flat. It has been losing pressure regularly which means the boiler doesn't start up when the gauge hits zero completely. They have tried putting a leak sealer into the system and changing the expansion vessel. Now, when the boiler is off the gauge sits at, or just above, zero. It now loses pressure every 5 days or so. I've been told that there is likely a leak in the pipework which is enclosed in a concrete floor. Could it be an alternative problem or I will have to have new pipework all through the property. Suggestions welcome! Thanks.

2007-01-01 21:12:46 · 6 answers · asked by AMY 2

i have no idea which ione to buy price range is 2-300 any help would be great thanks

2007-01-01 20:57:25 · 13 answers · asked by sassy! 2

No one is pulling a joke on me. My automatic opener keeps activating and opening the door at all times of the day.

2007-01-01 20:43:28 · 9 answers · asked by bill d 1

I lost the key that opens my apartments washing machine coin deposits. Is this a universal key? Is this easy to purchase?

2007-01-01 20:15:53 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-01-01 19:58:27 · 7 answers · asked by ten 2

My daughter loads the dryer full and insists on doing all items including jeans on the delicate cycle. It is a gas dryer but it seems to me it would take longer, meaning more electricity, to dry a large load. Is this enough of a difference to be concerned about in terms of the gas/electric bill?

2007-01-01 19:39:05 · 3 answers · asked by Chloe 6

The copper pipe creased and when I uncreased it, there was a hole in the pipe. How can I repair this myself?

2007-01-01 19:11:40 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Which is better, liquid or jell to unclog a drain in the kitchen?

2007-01-01 18:09:16 · 7 answers · asked by krstybrghtlght2001 1

2007-01-01 17:02:01 · 5 answers · asked by efrain a 2

I have an "open ended" zipper (two pieces) on a jacket. Both pieces have fallen off, and I'm trying to put the pieces back on the jacket. They will slide back on, but they slide right back off. Does anyone know how to put both pieces on and have them stay on? I'm not sure if a piece broke off, but it doesn't seem to be the case.

2007-01-01 17:00:36 · 4 answers · asked by Jlouies 1

2007-01-01 16:44:21 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

can getting a better showerhead help- the shower is the only place it needs to be stronger.If so what showerheads are best? thanks

2007-01-01 16:24:52 · 11 answers · asked by cassiepiehoney 6

The light comes on inside, and the motor or fan seems to be running. The freezer is still making ice and water comes out of the ice maker. This has been going on for 2-3 days. We took everything out. The freezer/fridge is a vertical combo

2007-01-01 15:59:32 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

The pipes are old. The house was built in 1930's.

2007-01-01 15:50:03 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Can anyone tell me the best cleaner for a headstone? I think it's granite but I'm not sure. Can it be polished after I clean it with some kind of paste wax to make it easier to clean next time?

2007-01-01 14:47:18 · 8 answers · asked by gracie 2

The bottom (baking) element in my electric oven just sparked and died. Is this something I can fix myself, and if so, where can I get the part and how do I proceed? Any help is appreciated.

2007-01-01 14:45:28 · 12 answers · asked by Lydia C 3

what is a creative and cheap way to soundproof a small room or atlest extremely dampen the outside noises and i really dont want to tear up walls or do anythin on the ouside of the room so are there any materials i can use to sound proof/dampen the interior?

2007-01-01 14:42:20 · 11 answers · asked by potato 1

2007-01-01 14:40:33 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have an old house that does not have grounded outlets and i just bought a new expensive TV that i want grounded. I heard of something that does the same for like 80 bucks?

2007-01-01 14:35:11 · 8 answers · asked by Lipiew 1

I bought a house that has an alarm system in it. Come to find out, the modem is bad. They are telling me I have to pay $200 to get the whole box replaced. Surely, I shouldn't have to pay for the entire equipment when it's just one piece not working...

Are they trying to get over on me?

2007-01-01 14:31:32 · 3 answers · asked by Divva 1

2007-01-01 14:29:38 · 12 answers · asked by BOB S 1

I was running too many appliances on a circuit and I tripped the circuit breaker and nothing on that circuit will work. The rest of the house is ok. What can be the problem? Any ideas?

2007-01-01 14:11:10 · 7 answers · asked by Broadgonebiker 3

it cost to get it fixed..and what is it?

2007-01-01 13:17:49 · 3 answers · asked by kel1923 1

I put bath caulk on my shower doors and they dry time says 24 hours, but it has been about 48 hours and it is still a bit wet. Is there anything that can be done to get it to dry quicker? It is a silicone base caulk...

2007-01-01 13:15:59 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

It usually quiets down and the noise goes away after a minute or so.

What might be wrong?? Is there anything I can do myself, to keep it quiet like the old days???

2007-01-01 13:03:39 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous