Maintenance & Repairs - April 2007

I have my smoke alarms making noise without having anything wrong in the house.. Could it be the batterry ( how can you change the battery) or is it something else?

2007-04-29 13:03:31 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

would appreciate any links to websites or a simple explanation? Many thanks

2007-04-29 11:34:04 · 5 answers · asked by Chris 2

There's some sticky stuff and other little things stuck apparently under my sliding door that now makes it VERY difficult to open and close my sliding glass door...I pretty much need to lift it and move it step by step, rather than a smooth motion. How can I cure this problem? Thanks :)

2007-04-29 11:00:52 · 9 answers · asked by jessp 1

I want to replace my 12000Btu Sharp window AC with a new 10.8 EER one having the same BTUs. The old one has a strong blower which made it great for reaching down into our family room 5 steps below and 35 feet away from the dining room where the unit is installed. the old unit was rated 278 PSIG at high. The new unit is about 280 CFM.

2007-04-29 11:00:34 · 4 answers · asked by superstupidstud 1

Took out old rotted boarsd from a flat bed trailer (18'), How do you get the boards to fit in between the metal guides.

2007-04-29 10:30:15 · 2 answers · asked by Snuffy Smith 5

but the second flush filled the bowel again without the water going down the drain. The water is swirling in the right direction. Main floor toilet flushes fine. ?????

2007-04-29 09:04:14 · 3 answers · asked by yakimaniacs 2

The Kind of screen wire that goes on a window.

2007-04-29 08:56:39 · 6 answers · asked by Marty R 2

2007-04-29 08:20:48 · 3 answers · asked by reliant 1

Our hot water comes off the heating system. We had it set to the recomended temp of 120 degrees. We would get hot water from the sinks, but not the shower. We have now set the water temp to 200 degrees in order to get the water hot enough at the shower, but now it scalds at the sinks.
I was told it was the valve on the shower. The water selector says "Symmons model B temptrol" and is a single control valve.
Is that faulty? Can we replace it ourselves? We have an access panel behind the shower, so it's easy to get to. We have no real plumbing experience, but my boyfriend is a mechanic, so he can figure out most home projects.

2007-04-29 06:43:04 · 5 answers · asked by Babs 3

No, I did not know that you can't put dishwashing liquid (dawn) in my dishwasher since I was out of dishwashing detergent. Yes, I know, not one of my brighter moments. I was surprised when my entire kitchen was covered in suds, like a big bubble bath in my kitchen. Now every time I start up my dishwasher it does the same. HELP!

2007-04-29 05:26:57 · 6 answers · asked by wolf7411 1

I believe that my roof need a new layer of asphalt shingles. They are not curling yet, but they are about 12-15 years old and they have been repaired a few times, etc. Is it okay to put a second layer of shingles over the top of the old? Do I have to wory about re flashing the chimney, etc?

2007-04-29 05:00:44 · 12 answers · asked by Alan B 1

I have a section of my roof that had a layer of green mold/mossy stuff. What is the best way to get that off of the shingles?

2007-04-29 04:56:06 · 8 answers · asked by Alan B 1

if it is possible, is it very expensive and time consuming?

2007-04-29 04:52:40 · 4 answers · asked by cochic 2

I'm a soon to be first time home owner with an in ground pool. I'm no slouch, I can soak up information and dedicate a good amount of time to this...if it's worth it. So is this something an average person can do? Or is this best left to a pro?

2007-04-29 03:40:15 · 3 answers · asked by arctanx 2

My dad gave me a B&D router, 1616 Super Deluxe. Seems to be a good router but it's missing the arbor...I thought I would use my internet skills and find the part and order, but much to my dismay they do not make that part anymore. Can anyone help. I would hate to spend over 100$ for a new router when I have a perfectly good one here.

Thanks,

2007-04-29 03:28:24 · 3 answers · asked by james_spader_jr 3

where can i find the color codes for pipes and plumbing in construction. i know that piping for different material (compressed air, sewage, fresh water, etc.) must be painted different colors. where can i find a reference?

2007-04-29 03:11:58 · 4 answers · asked by mycle1000 5

My fireplace is not very effecient, and I need something to cover the screen to keep the heat or cool air from going up the chimney. Years ago, we had friends who had a magnetic "blanket" but I can't seem to find any.

2007-04-29 02:10:13 · 3 answers · asked by lolaa33 1

2007-04-29 01:50:49 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-04-29 01:18:47 · 7 answers · asked by The G Man 1

Hi - my dishwasher's anti-flooding device has been activated. This is an alarm that is triggered in the event of a water leak in the dishwasher. I've fixed the blockage that caused the anti-flooding device to work (Total Acquastop) but now can't find a way to get the dishwasher to start drawing water and worki properly again.
Have read the manual and guess what . . . .it doesn't tell you!
It just says get in touch with the service centre ( so that they can send an engineer out to press a few buttons and charge you around £160 quid for the priveledge!!)
Any help or advice would be gratefully received.

2007-04-29 00:41:20 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

Does anyone know of any? i need it in flat matt black.

thanks all

2007-04-29 00:39:05 · 4 answers · asked by Joe 1

Does lacquering mean that you can put hot substances on the table. I never have, always used place mats even for drinks, but feel if I contact retailler I must have firm argument.

2007-04-28 23:15:05 · 2 answers · asked by Lynne P 1

2007-04-28 21:10:35 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I found a used hot tub in the paper and am going to look at it tomorrow. Since Im a college student, $400 sounded great to me! What should i look for and what kinds of expenses should i expect? Thanks for the feedback!

2007-04-28 20:29:15 · 5 answers · asked by emeyk 1

2007-04-28 20:26:56 · 12 answers · asked by tracy w 1

what one is your fav. when it comes to selection and shopablity? what do you like better where?

2007-04-28 19:06:54 · 11 answers · asked by rckaeding3 1

I am renting a house and there was mold on the walls when I moved in. What can I use to clean and killd the bacteria before I paint over it?

2007-04-28 18:02:47 · 17 answers · asked by Elizabeth 2

In the past I've always lived in single story homes. This past summer I moved to a two story condo here in California.

I very much like my new place...yet, when the temperature is set to a comfortable setting for downstairs...it's too warm upstairs upstairs as the heat rises.

Any suggestions to keeping both upstairs and downstairs comfortable. Keeping upstairs cooler ?
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2007-04-28 17:57:02 · 6 answers · asked by onelight 5

i used hot shot foggers and im not sure if the house is 6000 cu feet how many rooms does 1 fogger do

2007-04-28 17:22:19 · 9 answers · asked by shilah w 2

It works for short time, then slows down for some reason. The neon part is plugged in but the clock is battery operated. I am wondering if the neon light has something to do with it losing time? How I don't know but maybe someone can shed some light on the subject. Here is what the clock sort of looks like.
http://www.neon-signage.com/catalog/translucent_blue_neon_clock_2667754.htm

2007-04-28 17:07:34 · 1 answers · asked by angelique b 2