Question 1

What kind of nails should I  use?     I use a nail gun

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What kind of nails should I use in my nail gun?

Question 2

How long should a second layer of 30 yr. shingles last before I need to replace all ?

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We put a second layer of 30 yr. shingles over the existing shingles about 17 yrs. ago.  We notice a few pieces of shingles on the ground and was wondering if this meant it was time for a whole new roof.  Someone told us that the second layer only had a half life of the 30 yr. rating.  Is this true ?

Question 3

How do you repair a leak by the filter going from PVC to ABS 1 1/2 inch pipe.

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I used the ABS to PVC cement but have a small leak

Question 4

Why my gas water heater pilot light keeps going out

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Constantly working pilot light is essential for the operation of a gas water heater and here are a few of the most common issues that cause the pilot light to go out. Be sure to shut off gas supply before attempting to troubleshoot or repair any part of the water heater! If you are not comfortable working with gas, please call a professional. If you smell gas at any point in trying to find the problem, do not light the pilot. Repair the gas leak or call your utility company first!  1. Thermocouple 2. Pilot light assembly needs cleaning 3. Gas valve (gas thermostat) not working4. Strong downdraft5. Flue Gas Spill Switch has tripped 6. Main burner partially clogged and causes a blow back which blows out the pilot.7. Condensation or small leak in the tank causing water to drip on the pilot light.[B]1. Thermocouple [/B]Thermocouple is a device that consists of two joint wires made of dissimilar alloys that produces slight  voltage proportional to the temperature difference between the hot...

Question 5

what is the time allowed before driving on a new 4" concrete driveway?

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Question 6

why would my electric furnace have 2 breaker switches?

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My electricity usage was way out of line for the size of my home. I received a monitor from my electric company that shows the kWh being used throughout the day. There was a consistent 2kWh usage from somewhere. I turned off the breaker switches one by one to narrow down where that 2kWh usage was coming from. What I found was that there are 2 breaker switches labeled FURN for the electric furnace.  It was one of those switches that when turned on was using 2kWh.  Keeping that switch turned off, I turned the A/C back on and it works. Does anyone know what that other switch is for and why it would be using so much electricity if the furnace was not turned on? Is it OK to leave that breaker switch off?

Question 7

i'm painting my bathroom what would be the best primer to use

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i'm painting my bathroom what would be the best primer to use

Question 8

is it required to have a cover or door on a breaker box?

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is it legal?

Question 9

where do you buy lint free cloths?

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Question 10

my pool liner is riped at the seam about 3 foot how  can i fix this

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want to fix my pool liner seem as easy as cheep as possible, I'm a single mom  I'm not sure of the serial   the  size   is 18 ftx 42"  the tear is about 3 ft long at the bottom seam

Question 11

Shouldn't the plenum be insulated instead of bare sheetmetal even if it's in the crawspace?

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If it should be insulated, what type is used and how to fasten it to the sheetmetal?  Is the building code allowing that as standard contractor specs to leave it bare?

Question 12

What size generator go I need?

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Having power backup during a storm or another power outage causing event is essential in a modern home filled with devices running on electrical power. We normally don't pay much attention to how dependent we are on electrical power but during the time of crisis even the ability to run a coffee maker can help getting your life back to normal, which is to say nothing about the fact that a working sump pump can prevent a multi-thousand dollar water damage.Portable or stand-by generators make a great investment, even if used only a couple of times a year. To make the right investment, you need to determine your house's electrical needs first. Below is a table of power requirements of the most common household devices and appliances that we've compiled from specifications of devices and appliances by various manufacturers. Please note that the numbers in the table are averages and are intended for a rough estimation of the generator power needs. Some appliances may require higher wattage...

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