Maintenance & Repairs - November 2007

in order to reduce my bill what should i do? and which is right for me*? 1) to heat while i am at home and shut down the heater when i am not. 2) to heat low when i am not at home and higher when i am at home.

2007-11-12 05:27:06 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I installed a new stove pipe about a month ago and this weekend I went to light it and it was so clogged with creosote the smoke wouldnt go up the pipe. Now I had a pipe in there for 10 years and never had that problem. I am guessing it might be the kindling i am burning. It is cedar shakes that I tore off my house when we redid the siding this past summer. I know you not suppose to burn pine and cedar is a pine however these cedar shakes have been on my house since the 1930's maybe longer. Could that be the problem?

2007-11-12 05:13:20 · 6 answers · asked by Runner88 1

2007-11-12 04:35:31 · 6 answers · asked by c_aldridge57 2

I want to buy a very dark shiny counter top ( from Pionite - Smoke Granite) for the kitchen. Because it is very beautiful. But I heard that it comes ugly and it shows all scratches on it. How long it takes to see these scratches? Help please.

2007-11-12 04:05:38 · 3 answers · asked by Ma * 1

where the batteries touch now are covered with a rust like covering...can the toy be saved?

2007-11-12 03:52:20 · 5 answers · asked by ruth e 1

I have a 1992-1994 Briggs & Stratton 3.75 hp pushmower that the revs are cycling up and down (every 2 seconds) after about a minute of starting. I've cleaned/replaced air filter, changed spark plug, removed carbon deposits from cyclinder head and replaced head gasket. Any ideas?

2007-11-12 03:24:26 · 2 answers · asked by fly_girl_pc12 2

I am looking to save money on my bills. As i am in rented accomodation i can not install a thermostat so i need to know is it cheaper to leave my heating and water on all the time or set the timer on the boiler to come on whenever i am home?

2007-11-12 02:17:36 · 3 answers · asked by Bonnie 2

How hard would it be to take it apart? Is that a piece that goes bad? Do bearings need servcing? The furnace is about 7 years old.

2007-11-12 02:03:57 · 3 answers · asked by Foss 4

I just bought a new filter and it is still not making ice and it gives water

2007-11-12 00:16:32 · 7 answers · asked by jimmy h 2

2007-11-12 00:04:17 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I need to put a "p-trap" in our washing machine drainage line.I was wondering if it mattered where i put it?? Does it have to be right near the washing machine drain pipe where it enters our basement or can i put the trap on down farther in the middle of the drain pipe before it meets the main sewer drain in the basement?

The reason i'm asking is that it looks like it would be easier for me to put it right in the center of the pipe where theres room to work instead of putting it right where the washing machine drain pipe enters the basement. Can i put it anywhere? Thanks.

2007-11-11 23:33:26 · 5 answers · asked by lift&shift 101 3

to seal all the points of entry, pipes and electrical wiring in your home, do weather stripping around doors and windows, put steel wool in weep holes of brick near soil line, and make sure attic and soffit vents are properly screened? Would you look for a plumber, or who would specialize in this kind of work?

2007-11-11 22:01:23 · 6 answers · asked by pgb 4

Since its got cold my windows and ceilings above are soaked in condensation and its driving me mad.....any good tips on how to stop this please.....

2007-11-11 21:45:39 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

How can you tell the differnce without getting it tested?

Someone told me that if the popcorn texture is not hard i.e softer texture that will crumble without wetting then it should not have asbestos.

Can anyone with expertise tell me how I might be able to tell without getting it lab tested.

I have seen some popcorn ceiling and mine looks different, as it is not hard it just like styrafoam

thanks

2007-11-11 21:23:22 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I need to know that are power tools use full at home also//

2007-11-11 21:02:37 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-11 19:38:13 · 8 answers · asked by ღ♥ஐcookie1ஐ♥ღ 6

it is just over a year old the bottom part spins and cleans but the top is not working any ideas

2007-11-11 19:36:38 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

My water supply is filled with a lot of calcium. How can I filter it? Currently, I am on a tight budget and I cannot afford a water filter, is there another way?

2007-11-11 19:07:20 · 4 answers · asked by BMW M5 3

I often cleaning the burner fittings, but the flame remains blue and yellow. How to correct this problem.?

2007-11-11 18:17:55 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi there,

I have bought a portable air conditioner that has a window kit (am renting, so can't cut holes in walls etc). The problem I have is that the only "window" in my bedroom is actually two doors. I can keep one closed and open one, but don't have any idea how to seal off the opening to stop hot air entering. Would LOVE some advise.

2007-11-11 16:50:19 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

the electric/gas company switched the gas water heaters out for our entire apartement/townhouse community this past year, and put in these new, smaller, and less-efficient ones. The old ones held 60 gallons of water, and used a norml amount of gas and electric to run them, but these new ones are only 40 gallons, and cost twice as much to run. On the EnergyStar yellow label, this new one's about a quarter inch from the WORST POSSIBLE RATING. Even in the summer, the gas bill doubled, and this winter's going to SUCK, but we can't change it out because we rent. Do the water heater insulation wraps work at all, or are we just screwed?

2007-11-11 16:49:02 · 5 answers · asked by cherrypepsi22 1

OMFG my sister can walking in while i was dressing
:(

HELPPPPP please.

2007-11-11 16:17:19 · 7 answers · asked by EvEveveveEvev 2

I rent my house. This past weekend they installed plactic with gray duct tape to the windows all around the house to save energy heat. They are excellent tenants. Do I ask them to remove the plastic and do it from inside? my house look so ugly, but i don't want to create a bad relationship with them. please advice?

2007-11-11 15:52:26 · 8 answers · asked by sanssfch 1

Roof, electrical and plumbing seem fine. No signs of water/fire/termite damage. Large stone foundation seems fine. Do not see any mold. Fireplaces have not been filled in and are listed as working. I am no expert tho and am afraid that I might miss something important.

2007-11-11 15:23:44 · 7 answers · asked by ScootRBoy 2

it is a train and it is 25 yrs old and should i turn it "off" tonight

2007-11-11 13:49:42 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

i cracked my window. My dad doesnt know yet, if it cracks all the way down it it shatter????How much does it cost for a new one?

2007-11-11 13:46:01 · 5 answers · asked by vinny1231 2

I clogged my toilet upsairs again, and we dont have a plunger anymore.

How do I unclog it (its clogged bad)????

Gonna kill me if I dont fix it!

2007-11-11 13:29:28 · 33 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-11 13:22:55 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a rental property which used to have excellent water pressure. My tenant told me a few weeks ago that the downstaris bathroom was having some water pressure problems, but everything was fine upstairs. A few days she called to tell me that this is now affecting the whole house. There is almost no pressure at any tap in the house, either hot or cold water. There does not appear to be a leak anywhere. What could be causing this, and does anyone have any idea how much it might cost to fix. The home was built in 1976 in Middle TN, and is on a slab foundation. Thanks for any help.

2007-11-11 13:08:10 · 7 answers · asked by poober25 1

The water travels down the pipe to the first floor, it sounds like the pvc pipe is hitting the wall studs. The noise is not from the fill valve or the incoming water pipe.

2007-11-11 12:36:14 · 17 answers · asked by gecko68 1