Maintenance & Repairs

IS IT BETTER TO REPLACE BOTH ELEMENTS OR JUST THE ONE THAT IS OUT

2007-12-29 16:52:13 · 4 answers · asked by simon_ramirez84 1

I have a reading lamp which only allows for up to a 40W incandescent globe. I want to replace it with a fluorescent, probably an 18W which is supposedly the equivalent of a regular 90W. Can I do this? I'm assuming that since these bulbs allegedly save up to 80% energy, they draw less power, and won't burn out the lamp. The reason I want to go to an 18W is because the equivalent of a regular 40W simply won't be bright enough. I've tried these globes, and they definitely do not give out as much light as an incandescent. Thanks to those who reply.

2007-12-29 16:21:23 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

This hot water heater sometimes overheats and sometimes wont kick on but I think the slime may be insulating the thermostat.

2007-12-29 16:20:34 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-29 15:39:27 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

haha so my friend accidentially superglued the "1" on our house phone. and you can't use it anymore ahaha is there any kind of like household cleaner or something that will remove it or make it so you can dial #1? haha thanks :)

2007-12-29 15:29:32 · 4 answers · asked by angelica_tatas 2

the string and tie it in a knott. Now the blinds only close 3/4 of the way. Any suggestions?

2007-12-29 15:18:53 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

We've only lived in our home for 9 months, the house is roughly 30 yrs old. We have never had a back up in our basement. However, there is a drain in the floor of our basement that from time to time omits a strong smell. I'm no plumbing expert, so any advice will be helpful. The tube/line from our central air unit drain into this drain. About 6"-9" down the drain is where the nasty dark murky water is, but it has never backed up. I guess my first question is... is this normal? If not, what should I do to eliminate the smell? Thanks!

2007-12-29 14:55:30 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have central AC and Heat. The unit is Rheem..model number is unknown at this moment. We turn it on, it warms up, reaches the desired temp, and kicks off. When the temp drops and it's time for the heater to kick back on, it blows only cold air so then we have to go and turn it off and then back on. After we do that, it will blow hot air again but only until it reaches the desired temp in the house and then we have to start all over again. I have heard a lot about thermocouplers but my husband went up there and said he didn't see one on the unit. So what could it be?? I am hoping it is something we can fix ourselves. Any help would be so much appreciated. Thanks!!

2007-12-29 14:02:00 · 5 answers · asked by YouSaidWhat??? 3

2007-12-29 13:14:27 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Today, I found that the wrapped loaf of white bread in our pantry was mauled. About half of it was missing, and presumably eaten by something. Closer inspection revealed a 1.5" hole in the plastic bag on the bread (GROSS). Is this a mouse? Roaches? I haven't found any pests or droppings of any kind in my house, and we don't have pets. The bread was stored off the floor on a shelf in our pantry. No other food appears to have been similarly affected. I am so grossed out and want to prevent this from happening again.

2007-12-29 12:58:17 · 18 answers · asked by Dallas 1

My flatiron (hair straightening iron) fell and the ceramic plates came off. The iron still heats up but I don't know what to use to glue them back on. They did not chip or crack and there seems to have been glue residue already there in the frame where the plates fit.. They still fit perfectly in place but will not hold with regular super duper glue. Once the iron heats up, the glue melts and they fall out of place. I called the company, (CHI) and they are no help what-so-ever. I paid over $100.00 for it and I know it can be fixed with the right glue. Please advise me of the name and where to buy it. Thank you.

2007-12-29 12:16:36 · 7 answers · asked by Fran T 2

we don't have the instructions......

2007-12-29 11:46:35 · 3 answers · asked by rera1397 3

2007-12-29 11:27:40 · 6 answers · asked by jump13000 1

The chainsaw uses a gas/oil mix to run the engine, which seems to run okay, but it also a separate compartment to store the chain oil, but it appears that the chain is not oiling, causing the chainsaw not to work, or saw properly and overheat the chain and chain bar.

2007-12-29 11:10:16 · 6 answers · asked by free_mumia_or_else 5

I just bought this house and I am doing alot of small repairs when i noticed that the supply line going to the hot water heater is hot. When i turn on the tap it immediately goes cold. The hot water heater is from 1996 and is gas. If anyone has any idea i would really appreciate it. I am going to replace it this weekend anyway because of the age.

Thanks

2007-12-29 11:03:50 · 7 answers · asked by john d 2

Looking for a ballpark cost for wiring and hook up of a new hot tub to be located outside on the deck, approx 60ft from panel in garage, conduit would be half inside/half outside. Tub is 220V with 30A pump and 50A heater, and I'm told by the tub dealer that safety code requires a disconnect within 10' of the tub. See tub website for more specifics, Model 451 - http://www.bullfrogspas.com Appreciate any and all help. I'm located in upstate NY. Thanks!

2007-12-29 10:54:30 · 8 answers · asked by Donna G 1

2007-12-29 10:48:48 · 8 answers · asked by RogerDodger 1

I hear running water, I feel steam in 2 of my vents and the only thing that stops it is turning off the water to the house. When the water is on the hot water doesn't last nearly as long as usual and the hot water coming out of the faucet is barely hot at all. When we shut off the water heater you can still hear the sounds but you don't feal the "air" like steam. What is going on!!! Any ideas??

2007-12-29 10:33:27 · 3 answers · asked by bamal4 2

I have an old beer-garden table that I want to clean up. It was treated & painted, but it has some rust spots that have come thru. It is at least 40 years old made of some light-weight metal (I don't know what). What is the best stuff to clean & treat this with please? I then want to re-paint it with something? Also it has metal tube legs with open ends. I will put rubber stoppers on these, but should I worry about rust that may be already inside those tube legs? It is special & I want to keep it - came from the OLD Templestowe Pub beer garden - when it was just an old pub.... Ah, yes, memories....

2007-12-29 10:30:31 · 8 answers · asked by jane c 1

2007-12-29 10:28:58 · 2 answers · asked by Diane L 1

My painter was very sloppy around the door jambs.

2007-12-29 10:17:30 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm trying to change the cartridges on the taps, but I can't remove them. I just end up stripping the fitting trying to take them out. What can I do to remove them? The corners on the fitting are already pretty rounded from my previous attempts

2007-12-29 09:38:23 · 5 answers · asked by Phil D 1

i cleaned out the baskets and filters and motor to no avail. it also seems that the top wash arm is getting water but is not spinning. i cleaned out the top and bottom wash arms but my dishes are still coming out dirty,

2007-12-29 08:57:07 · 3 answers · asked by jonezin_nj 2

New central heating system fitted with programable Room Thermostat, model number is TP5000i.
I am going round in circles |( and round the bend!)attempting to control my central heating via it!!
RX Receiver Box also installed.
It seems I am able to programme the Room Thermostat okay ie. the flame symbol is displayed at my programmed times, BUT I have no central heating ie . the radiators fail to come on.
The only way I am able to obtain central heating is by pressing the CH1 button on the RX Receiver Box.
I have never seen the PROG light button on the RX box illuminated.
Could it be that the Room Thermostat and the RX Receiver Box are not 'tuned' to each other?
Or is it that I am programing the Room Thermostat incorrect?
PLEASE HELP!

2007-12-29 07:05:02 · 3 answers · asked by thinxnfinx 2

The floater won't rise back up by itself and I can't see the reason for this. It doesn't look like anything is broken........so every time we flush we have to stand by until the tank fills up and reach in and pull the floater back up by hand.

2007-12-29 05:23:29 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

Once or twice a year my sinks/toilets slow down and I have to have a plumber clean out my main line. The last two times they have said that because of roots in my sewer line (big pipe from house to city sewer line) there isn't much they can do.

One plumber said $3000 to replace the sewer line.

So, is there anything I can do to get rid of the roots or at least abate the problem for a year or two?

Thanks!

2007-12-29 05:07:10 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-29 04:43:18 · 3 answers · asked by mitchell s 1

the smell goes away once it's running.

thanks!

2007-12-29 04:28:10 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

During a snow and ice storm the large brances from their tree snapped off and fell on my property. Who is liable to clean these branches away?? They are very heavy and a lot of them and cost would be expensive to remove them.
Neighbor is a very thick headed woman and should not have planted this tree so close to the property line in first place- Along with that its right next to a retaining wall which is starting to collapse.
Thank god you dont have a neighbor like this ....

Thanks for any information anyone may give ( legally)

2007-12-29 04:21:28 · 12 answers · asked by willtdn 2

I have cinderblock walls in my basement that have some nail holes in them where studs were nailed to the wall. When it rains, these holes let a small bit of water in. I plan on using
drylock on the walls, but should I fill in the holes first? If so, with what? Hydraulic cement? Caulk? Any and all help would be appreciated, the wife wants it done this weekend (or else)!

2007-12-29 04:15:11 · 4 answers · asked by Joe Angus 7