Maintenance & Repairs - March 2007

I've recently purchased a new construction house. Lately, I've been noticing mold appearing on a few spots in the wood that is exposed in the basement. I do have a dehumidifier running constantly. What are other things can I do to remove and prevent further growth of the mold?

2007-03-04 10:19:04 · 5 answers · asked by Murry 2

I have a commercial water system which works by an air compressor which forces air down a center pipe located inside a larger pipe, through which water flows, as the air pressure pushes the water up the outer pipe, into a holding tank. What I need is a release valve which will let the air pressure escape (and not water) from the holding tank and shut off when the tank if full of water. Also, I need a switch that will shut off the compressor when the tank is full of water and maintaine about 40-60 pounds of pressure in the system. Thanks Rick Magee

2007-03-04 10:05:30 · 2 answers · asked by mageester 1

How do we get these to work. Our wiring is backwards apparently.
The whole house.

2007-03-04 09:48:41 · 5 answers · asked by AnnaB 2

We recently changed the motor on the furnace. Not sure if it the motor that isn't hooked up right or if there is something wrong with the thermostat. We are getting heat out of the vents, but not heating the house up enough.

2007-03-04 08:34:41 · 4 answers · asked by archerkd 2

my livingroom wall shows vertical seams from old plaster joints under certain lights. how should I correct before painting?

2007-03-04 08:09:05 · 5 answers · asked by baron 1

We have 2 cats who have used our expensive unfinished oak patio door frame as a scratching post - there are deep scratches and gouges of a good size area with some splintering. Is there any way to repair this damage? Thank you.

2007-03-04 07:46:50 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-04 07:32:05 · 9 answers · asked by hardingar 1

tonight the heating wasnt working as the pressure was 0. I refilled 2 hours ago its stopped working again down to 0 pressure again.
There are no leaks from the radiators but when ive refilled there sounds like running water down the overflow pipe,obviously losing water.Any ideas what is wrong please?What is causing this?Thanks

2007-03-04 07:17:35 · 12 answers · asked by bogstandard 2

the walls in my basement leak everytime it rains. How can this be fixed?

2007-03-04 07:10:56 · 7 answers · asked by tricksy 4

I would like to use the current laundry room as a pantry. How much would relocating the washer and dryer be to the garage - which does not have the plumbing work?

2007-03-04 07:09:39 · 3 answers · asked by az_ zoo 2

I have an older Craftman garage door opener; model 139-53647STR1. It just stopped working from the remote. It still works from the wall switch in the garage BUT the small light on the wall switch is constantly flickering, which can't be good. The sensors near the floor by the door seem to be fine; they have constant steady light. I have tried replacing the battery in the remote; no improvement; also tried resetting by unplugging / plugging in unit a couple of times; no luck. It is an old unit with we didn't inherit a manual with the house. Suggestions? thanks

2007-03-04 07:08:14 · 4 answers · asked by dwm1034 2

2007-03-04 06:48:21 · 10 answers · asked by moltboy82 1

Recently, when I moved I accidentally took a small chunk of wood out of the top of my desk. Is there a way I can patch this? I am completely clueless when it comes to things like this. . . so any simple suggestions would be helpful.

2007-03-04 06:46:38 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

is there a certain kind to get or just bring the one i have in to home depot
thank in advance

2007-03-04 06:44:44 · 6 answers · asked by dolphinchk64 2

Hi, I have an electric shower Triton T200E which has its power pack in the loft ( which heats the water) and remote panel in the shower cubicle with all the normal shower controls is showing low pressure warning light and I have noticed that it has an overflow pipe from where the water is coming out ( which is going to the waste pipe) when the shower is switched on. Is it safe to use as the pressure is very low and it is not very good without the good pressure. Could it be an air lock in the system and what can be done to resolve it. Thanks.

2007-03-04 06:23:19 · 8 answers · asked by balmad 2

My ceiling fan motor in my apartment burned out. My manager says this is because I used light bulbs that were higher than 60 watts. Is this possible?

2007-03-04 06:20:45 · 9 answers · asked by travel50 1

2007-03-04 06:20:04 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

It was suggested to me to use a product called Restore-A-Deck on my cedar deck. Has anyone ever used it.

I found it here www.mydeckcleaner.com

2007-03-04 06:12:23 · 3 answers · asked by rookie35m 6

2007-03-04 06:07:17 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a very old 5 gallon can of oil based Kilz primer that was not sealed properly and is now kind of chunky and I think worthless. It doesn't even have a handle anymore or a good fitting lid so transporting it will not be easy. The can is nearly full, how can i get rid of this?

2007-03-04 06:03:23 · 2 answers · asked by Donald C 2

Do I need to call in an electrician and move the outlet or can a longer cord for a stove be bought and added to the stove to reach the existing outlet? I am short just 16 inches from where I want it moved to the new place in the kitchen.

2007-03-04 05:56:59 · 8 answers · asked by DE 1

I don't have the cleaner but can I use something else?

2007-03-04 05:47:05 · 2 answers · asked by hoodwink 2

Can anyone tell me why when I flush my commode, the water level is very low after filling up? But, if I push the handle a little like I am going to reflush, it lets some water come back in the toilet and then I let go. Why is this? Could it be inside parts on the tank, Or something else? Plumber would be appreciated. TY..

2007-03-04 05:36:03 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

The only cables are from the street to our house, and we have three telephone poles along our .2 mile drive way.

2007-03-04 05:34:54 · 5 answers · asked by Adam 1

I've seen it done several ways, but what materials, in what order, do you prefer to it? I've seen:

Felt, Blueboard, Felt, siding
Felt, Blueboard, siding
Felt, siding
Blueboard, siding
ect

2007-03-04 05:31:29 · 2 answers · asked by ? 5

I moved house a couple of months ago, and have recently noticed a strong smell of oil around our boiler, which spreads throughout the house if doors are left open. The boiler was serviced about 6 weeks ago, with no reported problems. My husband reckons the smell has always been there since we moved in but I am convinced its a new smell. Having never had oil central heating before can anyone advise whether this is normal, or whether we are slowly getting poisoned by the fumes!

2007-03-04 04:47:52 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-04 04:42:17 · 6 answers · asked by snicker 1

2007-03-04 04:37:04 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-04 04:34:15 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

I bought a new sofa and I want to sell the old one. Its only 18 months old and in perfect condition. Never had food or anything spilled on it and never been smoked around.

2007-03-04 04:18:42 · 1 answers · asked by peanut 2