Other - Home & Garden - July 2007

2007-07-18 04:57:10 · 5 answers · asked by Fin 1

A clarification of another question:

Where do I find information about building codes and permits in my county? I know it is a government office, but I don't know which one and I don't know how to start. I Googled it but got a bunch of confusing sites, none of which was a government office site.

Can someone tell me what department I'm looking for or who to contact to find info?

2007-07-18 04:33:11 · 3 answers · asked by blahblah 4

2007-07-18 04:04:17 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

what causes some of the cukes to grow into a ball form ?

2007-07-18 04:03:30 · 2 answers · asked by ginashep20 1

We want our kitties to be able to go out and get some fresh air without getting fleas.

2007-07-18 02:48:44 · 4 answers · asked by Patti 1

I am about to buy a property in London, the generic valuation has been done by my lender already - which went ok. I wanted to know if these homebuyers reports are as thorough as they say and if its worth spending that much money on them.

2007-07-17 23:29:47 · 7 answers · asked by susannehiepe 1

Which floor ----
First floor, Second, Third, Topmost , which one, to get more rent later.

2007-07-17 21:48:26 · 4 answers · asked by ? 2

I like to buy a house which had swimming pool and septic tank long long time ago. Apparently it is filled and looks like a garden now.

Can I construct an extension of the house on this filled area if city allows it? Do you know how expensive it will be? Any addtional steps to be done?

This is in california

Do you know anyone who has done such a thing?

2007-07-17 18:48:32 · 2 answers · asked by Sara 1

and orange rose mean?

2007-07-17 18:23:42 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am mixing and pouring my self in small stages. Any help or suggestion's would be great!

2007-07-17 18:00:22 · 1 answers · asked by kentheo 2

2007-07-17 17:50:58 · 7 answers · asked by Wildflower 3

About how much is your electric, gas, and water bills? If I heat with wood during the winter (living in Michigan), how much will I need, and how much will that cost? If I heat with gas how much will that be? I'll be getting married soon and we're trying to set up a budget. Thanks a bunch! (I live in the US so please give US $ amounts)

2007-07-17 16:35:51 · 4 answers · asked by x-jeylbeyt 3

Do packages delivered though regular US Postal Services (say from amazon.com) come in a truck sent especially for that package?

Also, does this truck usually come earlier or later than usual mail delivery?

2007-07-17 14:49:13 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm about to purchase a house that has a radon control system in place. The owner tested it in 2003, after the system was installed, and the level was 0.6 (very good). I just had another test done as part of my home inspection, and the levels came back as 1.7 / 2.0 (from two basement locations). I know this is still quite under the 4.0 level of "acceptability," but my concern is the three-fold increase over the last 4 years. Could it continue to increase at this rate? If so, is it a matter of getting a bigger & better system? It's a small house (950 ft2) and the inspector's opinion was that it's a good system for a house that size. (If it had been 2.0 from the start, I wouldn't feel concerned, but the increase has me worried.) Any experiences or knowledge of this would be welcomed - Thank you!

2007-07-17 14:20:28 · 3 answers · asked by Jennifer 2

I have a nice big grape vine in my yard that I have been growing for over ten years. This is the first year I have had a serious problem with Japanese Beetles. I have read about multiply products, i.e. Neem Oil, Garlic sprays etc. Does anyone have experience with using non-toxic sprays?

2007-07-17 13:31:31 · 4 answers · asked by QG 2

My roommate (who I hate) left a bunch of food and sweets locked up in his room for 2 months while he has been away. I opened the door and there were probably thousands of little bugs that fly around all over the food and sweets that he left. I assume they are called gnats, but I'm not for sure if that's what they are. How do I get them OUT?!

2007-07-17 13:17:02 · 4 answers · asked by John 2

I received roses by Flowers.com and it gave instructions for the first few days. I was just wondering how i could keep em alive for as long as possible. Any ideas?

2007-07-17 12:52:11 · 3 answers · asked by thascorpionism03 1

2007-07-17 12:50:47 · 17 answers · asked by snozzberries 4

I have been hassled on my bill by "The Southern Co" a major electricity utility company in the south east. To make a long story short it seems that the closer I get to the date they want me on a fixed budget plan the more it increases. They did it last year and are doing so again this year. I understand about rate increases but these do not account for the extra high rates on a single bed room apt.

I went from $60 per last month to $80 something this time. According to them I used an extra of at least 150 kilowatt hours more than average. As mentioned above I have not been doing anything differently than the previous month.

My foremost question is does anyone no how to calculate the numbers from a meter to figure out the kilowatt hours from the numbers I will post. With this company they are read from left to right. Last months was 78147 and this month is 78879.

I hate being forced on the budget when I know I am being ripped off. Suggestions are appreciated. Many Thanks!

2007-07-17 12:44:56 · 4 answers · asked by docquesting 1

I have very irritating sisters and they blackmail me to do what they want by saying "I'll mess up your room if you don't ______". I have trying to lock my room but everyone in my house has a key that works to my room. All my sisters have to do is unlock the door do whatever and lock it again and I might never know. Please help me I need something to let me know someone has been in my room.

2007-07-17 10:10:41 · 6 answers · asked by anonymous 1

2007-07-17 09:33:26 · 12 answers · asked by ? 5

My neighbor installed a fence after our house sold and about two months before we are scheduled to move out. We were not consulted about the fence, it's timeline, cost, materials, etc at any time. But now before we move out in less than two weeks they presented a bill to us for $1200 for costs/labour. Is it my moral obligation to pay my part for the fence, the new owner's, or is it just bad timing on my neighbour's part?

2007-07-17 09:06:24 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

my basil plants have grown real tall and the stems are black and the leaves are not growing anymore so if i clip them at the stems will the stalk grow back or are they just dead?

2007-07-17 08:59:12 · 4 answers · asked by sheri_schuller 2

Just noticed them this morning, totally destroying my basil. I'd like to eat this basil, so I'd rather not use poison. The plants are in a large container off the ground and I have never had a problem with Japanese beetles before. Any advice on how to get rid of them and hopefully save my poor basil??

2007-07-17 08:37:20 · 3 answers · asked by mia_meows 2

I maintain that it is more cost-efficient to keep the central air conditioning on at a high temperature (like 79 or 80 degrees) if I'm going away for a long weekend, than to turn it off and have to cool down a hot house when I return. Friends tell me this isn't true. Does any expert out there know the answer?

2007-07-17 08:36:30 · 5 answers · asked by Wiser1 6

At first we contacted contractors through word of mouth, and yellow pages, to come and give us an estimate on a very large garage. Most of them never kept any of their appointments.
So, I figured ok, I'll place an ad! This way any contractors out there that are in need of work will contact us.
GET THIS! Five kept their appointments, given plans for the building, and NOT one contractor has called us back with an estimate. It has been three weeks now.
What's up??
We live in the South (NC), and originally from Long Island NY. Never has this happened up North.
Isn't it the contractors job to contact us with an estimate?
Why waste everyone's time? Tell us up front if you can't handle the job.
Just curious if I am the only one here that this has happened before.

2007-07-17 08:03:52 · 4 answers · asked by Mom of 2 great boys 7

I am a pack rat, I have several boxes of dishes, ornaments, framed pictures, clothing etc. to get rid of. I also have a four post solid oak cannonball leg dining table w/extra leaf, a dehumidifier and a brand new coleman sleeping bag/good for -140-celsius, and lots of other good stuff.

2007-07-17 07:46:05 · 4 answers · asked by debsturges57 1

2007-07-17 06:47:55 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am re-doing my kitchen and was wondering where I can get the best deals on...and get good quality for a new dishwahser and new gas oven.

2007-07-17 06:31:53 · 6 answers · asked by nepats9191 1

My friend has a few pans that seem to be cast iron but feel light weight,unlike cast iron. We are trying to find out what they really are and who made them, his grandmother gave them to him years ago. I am also wanting to find out when they were made, anything about them that I can.

2007-07-17 05:54:59 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous