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SubZero 661 R134a- How many ounces for freezer and refrigerator compressors
need to determine many ounces (pounds) of R134a are needed to charge the freezer compressor and refrigerator compressors. Cost to purchase cylinder adequate enough to fully charge both compressors....
 
Unvented Hot Water System DIY: Tips and Tools for Installation (2023 Update)
Investing in all the essentials is vital to make your living area cosier and more comfortable. Among all the essential items is an unvented hot water system. Although the electric unit is expensive...
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hissing steam radiators and spitting water (2023 Update)
I live in new york with a wel mclein steam boiler from around 1988, recently we noticed a lot of water being consumed so we checked for leaks and didn't see anything. so we replaced all 7 air vents at...
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Loft insulation: Weighing the Pros and Cons of Foam vs Rigid Board Insulation for Attic Spaces (2023 Update)
Anyone able to advise on relative merits of foam vs rigid board for insulation around and under rafters? 1950s house with attic, don't want to increase insulation between joists as water tanks / pipes...
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Getting the Cash: Understanding Cash-Out in Lieu of Repairs (2023 Update)
An ahs agent told me by phone that it is possible to get a cash payment in place of expensive repairs that may not last very long. How do I get the cash?
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Wiring sparked when removing baseboard heater while main was off (2023 Update)
I recently bought a house with old baseboard heaters so I began replacing them one by one. When I started to remove the second one, and I removed the wire nuts and separated the wires and pulled the...
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Investigating Backflow Issues in Your Condensate Pump: A Homeowner's Guide (2023 Update)
When the condensate pump (Little Giant item #554425 Model # VCMA-20ULS) finishes pumping there's a short pause and then air bubbles start to run up the discharge tubing and then big gulps of air. It...
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Dealing with an Oil Spill in Your Heating Tank (2023 Update)
i accidentally dropped 5 gallons in my heating oil tank. which had about approx. 20 gallons of oil at the bottom.. i get my oil delivery on Tuesday for 150 gallons,, on precaution i shut off the...
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Thermostat problems (2023 Update)
Ok my air conditioner is short cycling. I had someone here the last few days to check everything and he replaced the tstat. It was turning off and on every 5 minutes with the new one so he changed the...
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Vacuum pump (2023 Update)
Looking to buy a new vacuum pump and was wondering if any of you have used the cordless NAVAC with high capacity hoses . You Tube video’s looked promising . Was also looking a new smart micron gauge...
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How does a typical heating system controls work?
I bought a house in Ireland two years ago and I still have some doubts about how the heating system controls should work. My house has one thermostat and also a programmable mechanical timer. This is...
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Gas furnace flame wont stay on in the night/early morning (2023 Update)
had this issue for several years and several techs came out but no fixes. Most of time happens during the mid-night and early morning, and works properly in the daytime so the techs could not see any...
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the radiator heating is not reaching 2nd floor for a long time
Hi, The boiler is in basement. first floor heat is fine. second floor radiator takes a very long time to warm up. Room barely get to 61 deg. appreciate any help in trouble shooting this issue.
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Moving Your Summer House: A Guide to Relocating Your Octagonal Retreat (2023 Update)
I have a summer house. Octagon shape . 8 ft x 8 ft. I need to have this dismantled and taken to nee address and re-erected. Can anyone help , give a quote etc. Thanks
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How to Choose the Right Portable Generator for Your Coleman EB15B Furnace (2023 Update)
what size portable generator will run this furnace
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