Maintenance & Repairs - June 2007

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2007-06-28 17:43:38 · 6 answers · asked by dmastre411 1

I have a fuse that blew up in my house. At the fuse switchboard, although I move it to off and on, it does not go back fully to on and therefore I do not get light...

2007-06-28 17:39:25 · 8 answers · asked by Serge 1

My washing machine is about 15 years old and have found that after the final spin dry cycle has finished, that the clothes are still a little bit drippy (like it hasn't spun them fast enough to get all the excess water out) It spins, but I don't think its fast enough. Could this be the motor or what? and Is it worth fixing, or getting a new one?

2007-06-28 17:05:02 · 5 answers · asked by ferguslister 3

How much would you pay a handyman to:
1. replace a bathroom fan that included cutting a larger hole in the celing to make room for the new fan?
2. replace a celing fan? the old one has already been removed
3. replace two outside flood lights?
4. install an 8ft flouresenct light in the garage that included putting the light together (Home Depot purchase)?

2007-06-28 16:59:49 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

my husband decided to install a ceiling fan himself. He was able to balance the blade as not to wobble, however, the fan makes a lot of noise when it is on. Can this be corrected with further adjustmnents or is the fan defective?

2007-06-28 16:48:50 · 8 answers · asked by prmsusan 1

On American Inventor, one of the latest inventions is a tree stand that detects a fire and will put it out. I saw a Mythbusters show where they tried very hard with to ignite a tree using different types of lights left on for hours and hours, with no success. How likely is this to happen? I'd like to know the actual number of fires, fatal or non, caused by Christmas trees in the U.S. each year.

2007-06-28 16:42:00 · 9 answers · asked by starcrssdlover 6

I live in a condo. Previously the outside water supply line fed four units at a time. They decided to split everyone up with their own valves and run the pipes through the ceiling instead of the floor. Really they just want to start charging us for water.

The maintenance guy did the work, and they asked us to pay $300 to also run the hot water pipes through the ceiling. He did really lousy work. All the valves under the sink are not secure, so they flex when you turn them. He didn't even remove the old ones. He sprayed water allover the kitchen when he first turned on the water (because he forgot to glue one of the joints) and he left me with a leaky toilet (he didnt tighten the gasket nut tight enough on the tank).

ITS SO FRUSTRATING. There was an inspector that came before he put the drywall back but he spent about FIVE SECONDS looking at the work.

By the way its TUDOR CAY CONDOMINIUMS in Tampa, Fl.

2007-06-28 16:39:24 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just moved into a new house. It was built in 1912, so the washer/dryer location is a little screwy. The plug-in for my dryer takes around 8 feet of chord to get to, but I don't have that much. I can't find a dryer hook-up online that's more than 6 feet. Is there anything I can do to fix this? I really need some help.

2007-06-28 15:35:31 · 10 answers · asked by marsupial85 1

I have two separte knobs for my kitchen faucet and the one with the warm water stopped working. It keeps dripping and it won't shut off so I turned off the main warm water valve below. Also the cold side makes a loud vibrating noise when I turn it on full, it works fine though. So do I need a new faucet or is there a way to fix this? By the way, this one is only about 8 months old.

2007-06-28 15:19:36 · 4 answers · asked by jjj 1

I would like to do this in my shop, but I have no idea what they put on the bare concrete to make it look shiny and nice.

2007-06-28 15:13:48 · 10 answers · asked by Hasbro 2

We are getting ready to set up our pool 18x4 grass is up and ground is level and we just found out that the septic tank will be partically under the pool. Is this going to be ok or not? Thanks

2007-06-28 15:11:29 · 8 answers · asked by redlasvegas81 2

2007-06-28 15:03:37 · 4 answers · asked by Becky 1

This is so weird, my mower just has a slow and fast on the throttle but is working opposite. When I put it on fast it slows down and when I put it on slow it speeds up. It doesn't seem to rev as high as it used to either.

2007-06-28 14:53:12 · 3 answers · asked by Mrs. Fuzzy Bottoms 7

Please does anyone know how to unclogged a sink without using,a snake,we have tried drano,and took the pipes under the sink apart and also the pipe in the basement. The water is backing up into the dishwasher and than going onto my floor.Please any suggestions..Thanks!:)

2007-06-28 14:43:49 · 12 answers · asked by tiffany j 2

I have a small problem, and I'm hoping someone out there can help -- I chipped the back side of a large mirror while removing it from a wall. The mirror itself is fine, it's just the back that's affected-- but it still shows through on the front, if that makes sense. Is there anything I can do to repair this? I RENT-- and my lease is almost up-- so I have to have this fixed soon! Any ideas on what to do?

2007-06-28 14:35:34 · 7 answers · asked by Strawberry Blonde 3

Can I fix it? The wood broke and the doors just came off. I tried tape but it was not strong enough toi hold the doors together and now I am mad.

Is it normal for doors to break like this even if normal force was used to open the door? My house is 40 years old and the cabinet came with the house and is fastened right onto the house.

2007-06-28 13:35:05 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

My back sliding glass door is all foggy and milky looking. I tried to windex it, but it seems it is inside of the door itself. Is there any way to fix or clean this without buying a new door?

2007-06-28 12:43:44 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

Scotts S1642
16 hp
42" deck
Purchased in '02

2007-06-28 12:29:43 · 2 answers · asked by burgercalves 1

2007-06-28 12:23:18 · 6 answers · asked by antcox2004 1

I live in a 1600 sq. ft,home. I have had three bids on new heat and air. two contractors say I have a 3 ton unit one says I have a 2-1/2 ton unit. how can i tell which is correct. is there a code on the unit, or do I just pick a contractor with an honest face? i need quick responses. I am on borrowed time with my current unit since it has a freon leak and it is hot and humid in Oklahoma.

2007-06-28 12:06:54 · 9 answers · asked by spmalaby 1

Our Vinyl floors have changed colors.

The floor was WHITE.
And now it's gone a light brown/yellow.

We do mop the floors. At least once a week.

Why is this happening?

2007-06-28 12:03:20 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a four blade ceiling fan-common in apartment. It's in the bedroom, so noise is an issue.

2007-06-28 11:58:23 · 4 answers · asked by eronatos09 1

the tank is 8 months old and it is gas asking $100.oo or best offer it is made by STATE SELECT

2007-06-28 11:45:47 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

I dropped my castiron skillet and the handle broke off. Is there any way to repair it and still be able to cook with it?

2007-06-28 10:31:06 · 8 answers · asked by THE mommy 3

I have a twenty yr old central system with poor air flow to the farthest vents. I had a tech come in and he found some significant leaks. Most of these were from the 4" take-offs. Another problem he suggested might be the "squirrel cage" of the blower could be plugged up. Does this make sense? What else would you suggest?

2007-06-28 10:03:34 · 5 answers · asked by Rick P 2

I am looking for a right front axel for my mtd ranch king lawn tractor. The parts numbers are 16912. these can be new or used any help wpuld be greatlhy appreciated thanks

2007-06-28 09:53:17 · 1 answers · asked by lucy s 1

I need to have my deteriorated fiberboard siding replaced - but my existing soffit and fascia is newly painted and is in fine shape. My contractor says that new siding without new soffit & fascia will not look good.

Will installing new vinyl siding without installing new soffit, fasica and window wrap look and perform ok?

2007-06-28 09:46:48 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

We came home after a week away and our carpet was soaking wet, and the adjoining wall between ours and next door's was wet too. It's an unoccupied house though, and we have no idea who owns it. It's an end terrace, and it looks like there is a leak outside next to the property, which could be running through theirs and into ours. We've phoned everywhere, but nobody can help because they say they can't gain access into that property. Does anyone know who we need to speak to? I'm so worried! Our carpet is sodden!

2007-06-28 09:27:44 · 10 answers · asked by sixty_monroes 2

there are 6 wires on a silver thing about the size of a drinking flask with 3 4 pronged connectors and that is where the one wire is loose. I have a picture but I don't know how to get it on here. Any ideas?

2007-06-28 09:20:05 · 2 answers · asked by zoso_thomas 2

My hot water heater broke recently, and after having the pipes turned off so the heater could be replaced, the plumber said the water would be rust for a bit, and just to run the water. Why is it that water comes out rusty after having the pipes shut off??

2007-06-28 09:16:22 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous