Maintenance & Repairs - December 2007

2007-12-11 15:42:53 · 3 answers · asked by sdrass 1

I can't get my drier to change temperature settings other then high... any suggestions?

2007-12-11 15:19:16 · 5 answers · asked by Karen 3

i am looking for an air compressor for an air brush that only needs 25psi max, ive seen bigger ones sell for cheaper then little ones, can a buy and air compressor that is 150psi and turn it down to 25psi or will that ruin it.

2007-12-11 15:10:37 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Getting ready to move in to an apartment and everything is electric so I am assuming the furnace too. It just started to make a loud bang when it shuts off. What is wrong?

2007-12-11 15:07:54 · 6 answers · asked by Flutterby 2

2007-12-11 14:38:44 · 6 answers · asked by Another baby boy! 3

We are buying a new home. The contractor says he can buy and install our 2 garage door openers for $350 each. Is that reasonable? They only cost $150 each at Sears to purchase, all wiring is set up, the door is on, etc.

2007-12-11 14:36:54 · 0 answers · asked by Anonymous

I want to chop down a dead tree in my backyard. It has been dead for at least 6 months. Could be a year. Does it still have to be seasoned? or can I chop it down and burn immediately?

2007-12-11 14:35:25 · 4 answers · asked by FreakyGeeky 3

2007-12-11 14:19:59 · 6 answers · asked by Ryan M 1

at the bottom. Oil is poured into the tank at a rate of 2.1 gallons per minute and the valve at the bottom empties the tank at a rate of 1.9 gallons per minute. If the tank does not fill until 12:00 noon the next day, how many gallons does the tank hold?

2007-12-11 14:02:58 · 5 answers · asked by Gabrielle R 1

what does it look like?

2007-12-11 13:41:45 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

looking at black n decker, dewalt, and bosch 1/2in size - 12V - cordless - $100-$150 range.
any other brands to consider... want one that is durable and will last......

need help!!!!!!

2007-12-11 13:39:08 · 4 answers · asked by Sean 1

We bought a house in April 07 in Warren County Ohio. We have been having problems with septic since moving in. The leach field is not draining (clogged) and groundwater fills the septic tank within hours of pumping. So far the first quote to add extra leach field is $4100 dollars. I just found out that the previous homeowner knew that the system had failed in 2005. They filed for a permit (with the county board of health)to have the same work done and it was approved. The work was never done and the homeowner abandoned ship. They never disclosed any of the problems with the septic/leach system. Can they be held liable at this point? We did not have the system tested because the home inspector told us the county inspected the systems yearly. Is there any way to take the previous homeowner to small claims court/other to recover some of the cost? After all, they were completely dishonest. If we would have known we wouldn't have purchased the house!!

2007-12-11 13:24:43 · 6 answers · asked by justme 2

The upper heating elements of my Toastmaster toaster/oven/broiler curved towards the top of the inside toaster ( looks like they're melting!?) and, of course, is not heating food in the right way! The toaster it's in very good conditions, but the warranty expired 3 years ago. Does anybody know if thoose heating elements can be replaced? Can I find them in a store? Thanks!

2007-12-11 12:30:33 · 10 answers · asked by spj 2

2007-12-11 12:10:36 · 3 answers · asked by granbax 1

The gas stove is from the 60's and the brand name is Roper.

2007-12-11 12:01:16 · 3 answers · asked by Pascha 7

I turned on my garbage disposal and it sucked in a wash rag and I can't get it out and of corse now my garbage disposal doesn't work.

2007-12-11 12:00:33 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

My wife says cold air kills germs. So the temp in my house is always cold. I say its better to be warm so I like to turn it up. What do you guys think?

2007-12-11 11:46:12 · 5 answers · asked by hanko 1

Actually, I'm not even sure it's the meter. It's a bit confusing. I've got a pretty large plate (at least a foot in diameter) in my front yard, by the curb. The plate doesn't seem like it comes up very easily (I haven't tried too hard because I figure that, if it's supposed to come up, it would fairly easily).

On the plate, there is a semi-flat plastic cap with a star pattern, and a bump in the center. It was turnable, so I made a sort of key for it out of a piece of laminate flooring (I cut a notch out of the center so that it fit over the bump). I turned this all the way to the right, and I still have water.

Also on the plate, there is something like the end of a bolt. The head is square and about 1.5" in diameter. It seems loose--I can wiggle it pretty well, so I don't think it's a valve, but I can't seem to turn it.

Is anybody familiar with this sort of system? Do I need to try harder at lifting this plate? Or maybe try turning the bolt?

2007-12-11 11:45:47 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a cute little fake black "stove" that is really a Fan blown electric space heater. It has 4 switches: Its 750 or 1500 Watts (2 switches). Plus the Fan switch and a switch that turns on a light that is suppose to make the fake fire look real. I love it as I have a tiny house and it's like my own little fireplace! It started to give off a funny smell the other day, and zip...it fried I guess. The only switch that works is the light(FIRE) switch. Now, the heater parts never worked unless the blower(fan switch) was also "on". Now there is no fan and neither 750 or 1500 works. Can I take the back off and try to fix it? I know nothing about electric heaters, but have a few basic repair skills. New they sell for about $180.00. I cant afford a new one. This one is about 18 months old. Thanks.

2007-12-11 11:07:59 · 4 answers · asked by sslawlor 2

I am getting conflicting advise on removing snow from the roof of my house. Some have told me that the snow creates too much pressure for the roof and must be removed. This sounds reasonable because in Minnesota we can acumulate up to 3 feet of snow on the roofs over the winter. Others have told me that removing the snow also removes a layer of insulation that the snow creates by being there. This also sound plausible and I would hate to have to spend more dough heating this place cause its expensive!!
What do you think leave it or start shoveling?

2007-12-11 10:50:57 · 12 answers · asked by trey6z 3

Do you like it?? How expensive was it? If you do not mind sharing this I was curious of the cost because I might have it done on my house. thanks for answering!1

2007-12-11 10:40:16 · 8 answers · asked by peanutbulls 4

I need to reline my sofa cushions either with foam cut to size or with firmer cotton [if that is available at all] and need to get it done locally in DFW. Please answer if you have had any sofa jobs done in Dallas.

Thanks.

2007-12-11 10:00:42 · 1 answers · asked by gr8ergood 2

2007-12-11 09:47:40 · 5 answers · asked by wb12264 2

I've just plumbed a washing machine and dishwasher into my new build house. I drained all the hot water but when I disconnected the plumbing under the sink a fair amount of bright blue water shot out - what could this be?

Is it anything to worry about?

2007-12-11 09:01:43 · 7 answers · asked by jonnyjpa 1

Is there any type of liquid that might help clean the pipe line. or are those liquids a waste of time?

2007-12-11 08:26:39 · 5 answers · asked by Lagunillo 3

2007-12-11 08:19:21 · 2 answers · asked by chris 6

An example of any two cycle machine....and then can you tell me why it is "two cycle"

2007-12-11 08:11:58 · 3 answers · asked by Hello 2

we had an um accident yeah an accident oh yeah and some tools have blood on them as well how do i get the blood off of them too?

2007-12-11 07:43:56 · 15 answers · asked by Princess Ninja 7

Hi all,
I am going to replacing my hot water system with Buderus GB142 boiler.
I have met 5 contractors. 3 of them suggest me that to get one 135,000 BTU to 140,000 BTU (input) boiler. One of them suggests me to get 84,800 BTU after performed calculations according to ACCA Manual J. One of them suggest that "Typically baseboard heat is figured on 550 BTU's per foot. 200 x 550 = 110,000 btu's needed for heat"
My house is around 2300 sq ft and has 200 ft long of hot water radiators baseboards. How much BTU should I get for the new boiler?

Thank you for your help

Kam

2007-12-11 07:09:43 · 4 answers · asked by stranger2000 2

We have had a guy from Border Lofts, who has broken our house alarm system and our conduit cable in the loft. He is not an electrician. Is this work legal?

2007-12-11 06:52:02 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous