Maintenance & Repairs - February 2007

Newly built barn conversion, builder took and removed original slates and has replaced with others (possibly spanish?). Over 5 yrs, condition of roof greatly deteriorated. Many slates cracking, pieces shearing off and falling away. In other places whole slates have fallen. The slates are extremely thin and brittle. Original builder continues to patch things, but we need a comprehensive assessment and report on the quality and longevity of the roof. Who could do this? How do we find a reputable and qualified person or company to provide us with the information we need to move this forward, if necessary into the court system? Getting extremely worried we will be left with the need to replace the whole lot. Any thoughts?

2007-02-11 04:11:37 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

If so, please post their website information, and an estimate of what they may charge. Thanks.

2007-02-11 04:09:23 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

6" duct runs under crawlspace for about 25ft. 2 runs.

2007-02-11 04:08:59 · 9 answers · asked by tallpaul 1

I have learned how to install a new light fixture and it is pretty straightforward, even though I have a 40 year old home.

However in the hallway there is a light that is hookedup to a switch at either end of the hall. Before I attempt to change it, will the wiring be any different. I want to make sure that the light switches work at both end of the hall.

Thank you for any help you can tell me. I am a 66 year old woman who is on a really fixed budget and it is imperative I save as much money as possible by doing as much work as I can around this house. So am very appreciative of any help you can give me.

2007-02-11 04:04:54 · 8 answers · asked by ? 5

If I want to set the feed at 20#, how much pressure in the expansion tank?

2007-02-11 03:52:18 · 2 answers · asked by NMexican 4

I took it apart and drained everything but when it starts the water stays at a standstill. What should I do without costing me an arm and a leg.

2007-02-11 03:19:05 · 4 answers · asked by Apocraije 1

Have bought a pack of fuses to replace a fuse in my lamp and unsure which one to use.

2007-02-11 03:17:03 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous

Some tell me to tarp it over. Others tell me to just leave it exposed, but is all the extreme cold and snow going to affect its performance this spring???

2007-02-11 03:05:59 · 6 answers · asked by dt 1

Stain happened 2 weeks ago. We're supposed to get snow in 2 days, plus its going to get really cold. Basically, this means I won't be able to do anything about it for some time ...

2007-02-11 02:57:35 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

how can you test a halogen bulb to see if it is working?

2007-02-11 02:51:48 · 2 answers · asked by peter p 5

These are 240v downlighter bulbs but I cannot find out why there are two types and what they are used for. I also cannot see any difference in the bulbs just looking at them.

2007-02-11 02:39:31 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-11 02:36:52 · 21 answers · asked by kresan g 1

gutter part that is directly over my front door kind of pours down right there. I can see that the gutter is connected right there but I don't know what to do to make the rain water just keep flowing to the end of it. Any ideas? Thanks.

2007-02-11 02:22:57 · 6 answers · asked by Corona 5

My house lies in a midst of pines and the windows on the outside are coated with something I almost think is pine sap. It's not thick but is impossible to remove using conventional methods. I really can't afford to replace my windows right now. Any ideas?

2007-02-11 02:16:09 · 2 answers · asked by Trish 1

2007-02-11 02:08:33 · 6 answers · asked by moon_chef 1

Every bag ive tried to keep goes hard after awhile

2007-02-11 02:03:53 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

my fridge keeps causing the rccb switch to trip all the time.it does not happen straight away but after a few minutes especially when put other appliances on.how much does it cost to fix?is it worth it or should i buy a new fridge??

2007-02-11 01:20:17 · 10 answers · asked by kresan g 1

does electric heater burn alot of electric? i have a micromark mm53503 240v - 50hz 2.2kw

2007-02-11 01:18:50 · 13 answers · asked by Anthony S 1

Hello. I'm thinking of having a basic shower installed and don't want to be ripped off by unscrupulous tradesmen. Do you have any idea of the basic cost?

2007-02-11 01:15:47 · 7 answers · asked by thedene 3

I have a small set of masonry drill bits and a few wood ones but I would like to get some others, for different surfaces. What are my choices and what improvisations can I make?

2007-02-11 01:04:30 · 8 answers · asked by breezinabout 3

Hi, I moved into my flat about three years ago and have never bothered with the alarm and it;s never given me any bother. This morning though the outside part of the alarm was sort of going off. Well it didn't sound well anyway. It was kind of crackling with a very faint alarm sound. It sounded like a wet battery in there or something. I reset my alarm and it stopped for a bit, then started, then finally seems to have stopped. However, I'm scared of it starting again. Also, now whenever I go into the loo I set the alarm off inside! I just want to get rid of the bloody thing. Is there any way I can completely disable it easily myself without having to pay someone? Can't I just open up the panel and disconnect from the mains somehow? HELP!! My neighbours will hate me!

2007-02-11 00:56:32 · 5 answers · asked by terryscopic 1

2007-02-11 00:06:27 · 4 answers · asked by Jim-Bob 1

2007-02-10 23:55:24 · 4 answers · asked by geegely 2

My kids were rough-housing and one of them put their head through the curio cabinet. How do you remove/replace a pane of glass? Also, what is the best house hold product to remove stains from a carpet? I'm on a tight budget and can't afford expensive chemicals.

2007-02-10 23:49:24 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-10 23:42:19 · 2 answers · asked by crankin1961 1

I was told that it makes a very high pitched sound that will repell all types of rodents particularly rats. have you ever tried it?

Example below:
http://www.victorpest.com/sonic_pest_control.htm

2007-02-10 23:26:39 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-10 23:21:57 · 6 answers · asked by PETER H 1

2007-02-10 22:56:45 · 3 answers · asked by Ola 1

I just spent $200 to fill my propane tank 9 days ago and they put in 68 gallons and it is now empty.

Even when I have the tempature set on 65 it feels llike 50.

The air that blows through the vents is not really hot just warm and sometimes cold.

The mobile home itself is really old.

It was made in 1970, so the insulation is really bad to.

I dont know what to do.

I have electric heaters running but they dont do much besides run up my electric bill. ($42 last month)

Would it be best to convert my propane heater to something else or will that even help.

What can I do.

My pipes keep freezing inside the trailer and one of them burst last month. (Not outside the trailer, not underneath the trailer, but inside the trailer. That's right, it is below freezing inside my trailer)
Please help.
I dont know what to do and dont say something stupid like turn your thermostat down. I am honestly at the point of suicide all ready dont push me over the edge. I keep it at 60.

2007-02-10 22:09:49 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-10 20:43:20 · 3 answers · asked by pippin2007 1