Maintenance & Repairs - February 2007

2007-02-16 17:29:17 · 15 answers · asked by M. 1

2007-02-16 16:36:27 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I rent a half shabby apartment, and the water pipes freeze when it's really cold. I thought about actually buying some of those long foam insulators ( the ones they use on kids bicycle handlebars ) and just work them around the pipes in the basement. I just thought it would be so much easier to apply than regular insulation that gets wet from condensation etc. would it work ?

2007-02-16 16:22:06 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just started renting an apartment this week. Not even moved in yet, and I noticed that the refridgerator has a crack on the bottom shelf and I can't even put any pressure on the shelf at all. Are they responsible to replace it or do I have to?

2007-02-16 16:19:12 · 7 answers · asked by little_effin_sunshine 1

There were some 6 large buckets of old paint (stinky) in the basement of my newly bought house? Where can I dispose it off?

2007-02-16 16:13:42 · 6 answers · asked by Hawkeye 2

The water in the bowl doesn't empty sometimes, it's completely random. Holding the flush lever down doesn't make a difference. Sometimes I'll walk into the bathroom and notice the water in the bowl has dropped dramatically. I dropped a bucker of 5 gallons of water into the bowl and it has no trouble going down. When flushing the toilet a giant bubble comes out of the drain before it starts to go down.

2007-02-16 15:57:40 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Its all around a screw.

2007-02-16 15:55:25 · 6 answers · asked by door45 1

I would love to use some solar energy in my home. What can you tell me about how much it costs to begin? Is there some sort of federal tax credit? What all do I need to buy (panels, batteries, etc)? Can a homeowner do the installation or must it be done by a professional? Would also appreciate any websites for retailers of solar energy items. Thank you very much for any information.

2007-02-16 15:41:10 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

My inspector wrote a note stating i need an expansion joint around foundation where new concrete will come in contact of home. So what is this expansion joint and where can i get some?

2007-02-16 15:37:18 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I was given an upright piano today that is at least 40 yrs old. Looks like solid Rosewood and the finish is stunning in places. Old owner smoked so it has that sticky film on it and in places has thick buildup of "hand grime". What will get the grime off and leave the finish under it? Any special precautions because it is a Piano? I have never owned one before so all tips to it's care will be appreciated!! Thanks.

2007-02-16 15:26:56 · 4 answers · asked by C8H10N402 2

I plug it in + the indicator light comes on and everything. But when I turn the knob, the fan blades don't turn and a very lound buzzing sound, similar to when your dryer goes off, goes on.
I can see no clear obstructions to the fan blades.
Is this buzzing a built-in warning sign? I never had the manual to this model, since I got it second hand.
Should I just chuck this in the garbage, or do you guys have some mechanical suggestions?
[If you don't have a serious answer, please don't reply... I don't feel like logging in here every time just to see a fiesty but pointless response, thanks.]

2007-02-16 15:24:58 · 5 answers · asked by sisofphil 2

recently when you do laundry after the cycle is completely done and i go go stairs there is still a bunch of water in the washer. When the washer is running it doesnt make any irregular noises and just works fine (minus this issue). The water doesnt flood out onto the floor. It just stays in the washer. Any suggestions

2007-02-16 14:54:11 · 8 answers · asked by bootsie_1985 1

I was in Florida and saw that a lot of people have solar panels on their roofs. I was thinking of putting up solar panels on my roof to bring electric power to my home. But live in Michigan. Is there enough sun light in Michigan to power my house?

2007-02-16 14:09:57 · 5 answers · asked by Tim G 1

I was changing a light bulb on the ceiling of my laundry room and the glass bulb came loose from the silver thingy (i think that's what it's call now days). The stem is still in the socket and I can't get it out. What's the best way? I tried a potato, but there wasn't any glass left on the stem to grasp it. What is a poor girl to do?

2007-02-16 14:07:26 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

My porch light broke in a weird way: the entire glass portion of the light bulb fell off, leaving only the metal base of the bulb in the socket. I can't get a grip on it, and I can't use the old potato trick since there's no broken glass sticking out. What do I do?

2007-02-16 13:59:57 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

It is time to replace it; how difficult will it be to put the new water heater in the garage which is attached to the house; but on the other side from where the current water heater is. And, does anyone recommend waterless heaters that give instant hot water?

2007-02-16 13:56:58 · 13 answers · asked by Jean B 3

how much or how big is a ric of wood? LIke 30 logs or 20x15 area or wood?

2007-02-16 13:16:03 · 6 answers · asked by crazykuzco 2

i can light the pilot and get hot water then by morning its out again. whats the problem?

2007-02-16 13:09:27 · 8 answers · asked by James R 2

2007-02-16 12:20:35 · 6 answers · asked by matt b 1

2007-02-16 12:18:56 · 6 answers · asked by cargra2000 1

2007-02-16 11:49:24 · 5 answers · asked by chad R 1

What is the recommended amps for the house? House constructed in 1960, 1000 square feet, located in Maryland.

Thanks

2007-02-16 11:27:20 · 4 answers · asked by George M 1

2007-02-16 11:03:14 · 6 answers · asked by txp74050 1

My wash machine had this error code/problem like clockwork at the end of the warranty period, within days. During troubleshooting research online, I found the following from a repair tech leaving information on epinion: "Quite simply, it is a door lock relay on the master control board (MCB). The MCB is located at the top of the machine below the top decklid. The most common fix if under warranty is to replace the MCB provided the tech can locate where the problem originates. Otherwise, the out-of-warranty MCB replacement cost about $200 - $250 to replace. The relay causing this problem is a $1.25 part and can be replaced in about 30min"

Whirlpool was pretty short with me, not wanting to help. Does anyone have any suggestions, found other scrap parts from models that are equivalent, or ANYTHING that may help? If I can get a hold of the component, I am sure someone I know can fix it. Even the schematic would help. Thanks! So much for buying number one ranked by consumer reports

2007-02-16 10:26:21 · 2 answers · asked by A Nameless Font 1

don't have the money to have one put in professionally. Are there other options out there? I have heard you can put in fireplaces that don't require a chimney but burn real wood and act as a heater more or less... Anybody out there have any experience or suggestions?

2007-02-16 10:13:27 · 10 answers · asked by cherokeee51465 2

when i run my daughters humidifier white residue shows up on the furniture. is it true that adding salt to the water will eliminate this problem? is this reccommended?

2007-02-16 10:13:18 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just got a woodstove. my question is should the 6" pipe which comes out of the back of the stove just go into the fireplace or should i put an elbow on it and extend it through the damper? I do have metal covering the fireplace opening with the pipe going through.

2007-02-16 10:02:08 · 5 answers · asked by kscape2002 2

Recently we had an electrician and his "team" come out and install a circuit breaker box where we had fuses. 1 week later, I unscrewed a light bulb in the master bedroom and when I inserted a new bulb, the entire MB (lights and outlets) lost power. The bathroom is on the same breaker and the power works fine in there. So....that was Monday. Here it is Friday and after 2 messages left with the guy's kid who swears that she gave him the message, he will not return my calls. I didn't even say what I was calling about!!!! Do I write the guy a letter? Call the BBB? He hasn't even sent me a bill yet (which is good).

2007-02-16 09:52:52 · 4 answers · asked by indierock1 2

Apparently my condo contains the main drain line leading out to the street for the buildings 4 units. Every few weeks things begin slowing up in all the drains and toilets, then condo association send guys out and they snake the basement drain. I did not know this when I bought! Im getting very tired of men and dirt trailed through the house once a month while I'm at work, and sometimes the basement sink or drain back up before they come to snake. What can be done?

2007-02-16 09:36:40 · 10 answers · asked by justme 1

2007-02-16 09:21:44 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous