Maintenance & Repairs - July 2007

I'm trying to buy one of those things that slides underneath a bedroom/any door and it keeps it from shutting. I've tried searching under "door stopper" but the only thing that pulls up are the attachments you hook to the wall to keep it from banging into the wall. I've tried "door slides." It pulls up sliding doors. I'm baffled at what to search under...please help!

2007-07-30 04:52:40 · 3 answers · asked by Bunintheoven 2

I seem to think it's OK since it's LESS than the 20A, or will I be getting myself in trouble? Thanks.

2007-07-30 03:08:29 · 8 answers · asked by MMike 3

I have a 5 year old roper supersized dryer that is no longer dryer on one cycle, however the dryer is getting hot. Does anyone have an idea of what the problem could be? All suggestions and ideas will help. Thanks.

2007-07-30 02:51:10 · 11 answers · asked by E 2

We live in the land of water conservation (good) and low-flow shower heads (boo). A plumber actually removed a plastic gizmo inside the shower-head, but it didn't really improve the flow. Is there anything else that can be done to soup up the power? Thanks...

2007-07-30 02:23:16 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

or something to increase the heat they release?

2007-07-30 01:41:37 · 3 answers · asked by JACK P 1

We have replaced many of our bulbs with low watt bulbs. Two of the outdoor bulbs flicker regularly, even when they are not turned on. Why?

2007-07-30 00:21:24 · 3 answers · asked by Jay H 1

Morning all,

I'm from Madison,WI. A few months ago I posted about having a roach problem. The roaches are showing back up,even after the landord and handyman sprayed all of the areas where they'd show up. I am trying the boric acid part now here as we speak. I want to know what are the best ways to prevent roaches from showing back up in apartment ?

Thank for your time and help with this.

2007-07-29 22:58:42 · 7 answers · asked by Gadget 2

i need sum glue for glass. on this min vase i glue it together and got this cloud. it on the bottom but i can see it. anyway i tried the crazy glue on the glass flower and it just wouldn't hold. i sat forever and it just won't. so glue for glass??? what's the name and where can i buy it?

it was a gift for my mom that my dad broke.

2007-07-29 22:11:29 · 9 answers · asked by <<<єη¢hαητiηg ¢hασs> 1

my upright piano ivory keyboard is yellowish

2007-07-29 21:30:17 · 3 answers · asked by Fatty 71 2

I have a amana heat pump and the air conditioner turns on fine but when it goes off you can hear a popping in the return, why? sounds like popcorn popping..lol

2007-07-29 19:33:04 · 3 answers · asked by ageorgiahotboy2005 2

I collect swords and like to keep them clean the thing is that no matter what I do i cant get rid of the pesky rust stains which i find interesting because i have all stainless steal and low carbon blend swords so there should be no rust right?. Anyways i wanted to ask what is the best way to polish my blades and give them that sparkle sparkle shine. Anyone with expertise in this please help.

2007-07-29 18:35:04 · 4 answers · asked by ? 2

Just bought a house. Made awesome deal. But there is only one problem that hardwood floors are in very bad condition; I mean it needs polish very badly. I don’t know how many years ago they polished it last time. After paying for 20% down for the house and appliances the budget is very tight, so I thought that my husband and me should do it by our self. I know we can do it. So guys please help. Give me some links to get info how to do it? And need tips from your experience too. And for supplies, HOME DEPOT or WHAT? What is the best store for supplies? Thanks a lotttttttt in advance. 5 star promise for help. But more then that, my blessings for you all.

2007-07-29 16:54:39 · 4 answers · asked by smilessss4me 1

Its only 4yr. new

2007-07-29 16:36:02 · 6 answers · asked by Darlene B 1

Proctor Silex blender o-ring seal. The website states that replacement parts are available at some local discount and department stores but they don't say which ones.

2007-07-29 16:34:19 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I live on the top floor of a three story brick building. Since I moved in nearly three years ago, I have heard the sound of debris falling from the ceiling to the floor behind my plaster walls. Whereas previously I heard the sound every couple of months, it's been more common recently--as frequently as every couple of days.

It sounds like chipped plaster falling.

I hear it in two separate rooms, though those are the rooms I spent the greatest amount of time in, so I may not be noticing if it is happening in other rooms.

The noises happen in the wall that is an exterior wall facing west, as well as those that are perpendicular to the west exterior wall, but are interior.

The building was recently spot tuckpointed.

Anyone have an idea of what's causing the mystery noise? It's definitely happening within the walls, as opposed to something outside the building. Any help is appreciated!

2007-07-29 15:01:51 · 6 answers · asked by karen 2

2007-07-29 14:54:41 · 6 answers · asked by djbubbabryan 2

It is a range hood with a cfm of 950 cfm, custom made, install, tax and everything for a total of $1,000. Please tell me if i am getting ripped off.

2007-07-29 14:47:17 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just got a hand me down older John Deere 175 riding mower. All the attachments were off of it and I am trying to figure out how to attach the mower deck. Does anyone know where to find exploded views or manuals for older John Deere mowers online? I've almost got it on, but cant figure out how to attach a couple of the suspension bar / leveler things.
I don't really want to buy one, cause the father in law says he has it, just has not found it yet.

2007-07-29 14:41:11 · 2 answers · asked by Double B 3

I have a low voltage ooutdoor lighting system and need to switch one set to the other how do I get the old lights off to connect to the other wire and what are the steps to connecting.I am a woman so patience is a virtual..thanks for your help..

2007-07-29 14:26:04 · 3 answers · asked by bankerpat52 1

I have 12000 BTU split airconditioner that for some reason shuts off automatically. It's not the timer. An A/C tch said it was the board, but had that changed and still the same problem. When it shuts off the timer light blinks. When it shuts off I use the remote to shut it off and then on again and it stays on for a good 45 min to an hour then shuts off again. HELP IT'S HOT! (and I'm broke so a new one is out of th question)

2007-07-29 13:26:36 · 2 answers · asked by Allen S 1

I just recently bought a house in queens, ny and realized that the access point for the septic tank was located inside the basement. Is it necessary to have an access point for the septic tank? Can I move it outside to the backyard? Do I need a permit from the city? And what's the cost range for all this work?

appreciate any answers. Thanks.

2007-07-29 12:57:07 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 30-inch slide in range and the glass on the oven door just shattered all over the floor. (My fault - a heavy pitcher I was taking out of dish washer slipped and hit the oven door) Just a freak accident. The range is 11 years old. Approximate cost of a new glass? I'd have a serviceman install it. They charge $65 just to come out. Should I replace or buy a new range?

2007-07-29 12:51:32 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-29 12:31:51 · 5 answers · asked by jim c 1

2007-07-29 11:40:36 · 6 answers · asked by David W 1

hey so my fish aquarium right now has a 15w incandescent light bulb in it, can i buy a fluorescent 15w (or less) light bulb to repalce it? or can an incandescent fixture only house incandescent bulbs?

2007-07-29 10:02:11 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have several interior doorknobs with no screws. They are "Dexter" brand and at least 40 years old (I think originals from when house was built).

How do I remove them? I have tried reading other responses to similar questions but I have almost zero home improvement experience and the responses confused me a bit.

Some of the knobs have a small pin-sized hole on the exterior side, dead center in the front of the knob--putting a paperclip thru there didn't do anything.

Most of the knobs have a very small, narrow rectangular-shaped hole on the interior side, on the "neck" of the knob near where it meets the face plate (I think this is what it is called--the circular metal part that is in on the door). I have tried pressing against that with a screwdriver, sticking things in it (ie, a paperclip), etc nothing seems to do anything. It doesn't feel like I am hitting anything "springy" either that would release the interior side of the knob.


How do I get these knobs off

2007-07-29 10:00:59 · 3 answers · asked by sam & jack 2

2007-07-29 09:04:08 · 6 answers · asked by riverratwedge 1

a few weeks ago we had new freon put in and forgot to get a new filter, but we have a new one as of today and made sure the coil was clean outside. it is running and blowing some air but not cooling down the house.

2007-07-29 09:01:24 · 4 answers · asked by Jessi Lee 1

I'm moving up in the world, yes. I have my first fridge with an automatic ice maker. I live alone. I don't use that much ice. A thought occured to me: the water from the plumbing in the kitchen goes through a flimsy plastic tubing that runs to the fridge. I know there is a vaccum effect, but the water remains in the "line" until there is a demand from the icemaker. Some of it may be there for weeks in my case. Is there a condition of vaccum sufficient enough to keep bacteria from breeding? Is it the same as buying bottled water, considering shelf life and all that?
What do you think?
I would also like to hear from people who also KNOW, and their sources.
Just one more thing to worry about in our overly cautious and neurotic society! LOL!
Thanks.

2007-07-29 07:52:56 · 4 answers · asked by amazingly intelligent 7

2007-07-29 07:40:38 · 3 answers · asked by TronixGuy 1