Latest threads in Home Repairshow only best voted threads
| Subject | Author | Posted | Replies | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
|
HELP: weatherstripping - door jamb problem
My wooden entranceway door jambs have a kerf to accept the weatherstripping. But the kerf seems too large (1/4") and the weatherstripping doesn;t stay in place. I haven't seen any weaterstripping at...
10
|
14 years ago
|
10 | |
|
|
Mystery Problem with GFI
The outlet in Bathroom 1 has a GFI. There is one line feeding the line side, and there are two lines on the load side. This same GFI is used for the outlet in Bathroom 2 since the BR2 outlet loses...
4
|
14 years ago
|
4 | |
|
|
Sheetrock over 24-inch centers
I am insulating and finishing an attic space. The sloping roof rafters are 24 inches on center. Between the rafters, I will be placing rafter vents and insulation, and then sheetrock over that. My...
7
|
14 years ago
|
7 | |
|
|
Pressure testing new gas line
I ran a new gas line for a garage furnace. It is about 50 foot of 3/4 line I pressure tested with air at 30psi to find major leaks. I soaped all joints and did not see anything. It dropped to 28.5psi...
14
|
14 years ago
|
14 | |
|
|
Minor roofing problem
I have a small section of my roof, maybe 2 feet by 2 1/2 feet, where for reasons unknown to me the roofing nails have popped up about an inch, causing the shingles on top of them to buckle. Of course...
9
|
14 years ago
|
9 | |
|
|
running a straight line through trees
We've got a bunch of woodland that's partly on our property and partly on a neighboring (vacant) plot. Runs for about 300' or so, and there's a boundary marker either side of the woods. I'd quite like...
40
|
14 years ago
|
40 | |
|
|
Steel vs. Wood vs. Fiberglas Exterior Doors
Subject says it all. Missus says we need to replace the front exterior door to our house with a pre-hung new one. Not sure which to get for replacement. Security, insulation value, service life are...
18
|
14 years ago
|
18 | |
|
|
Looking for antique brass toggle light switch
Need to replace a couple of old fashioned light switches that are an early 1900's brass toggle style. I've found antique push-button switches, but can't find any brass toggle type switches... -- Paul
39
|
14 years ago
|
39 | |
|
|
Septic failure? stinky house!
We just bought our home and moved in less than a week ago, so I haven't had much time to get used to the ins and outs of our new home but there are a couple things I'm not sure about with the septic...
49
|
14 years ago
|
49 | |
|
|
microwave circuit problem
Why would the below be happening? 1. 12 year old over the range microwave stopped working - no power. 2. Microwave on its own dedicated 20 amp circuit. 3. No other outlets or devices on this circuit....
22
|
14 years ago
|
22 | |
|
|
Federal Control of your Woody
Blogger's rant about one of the 2008 farm bill's provisions: "Henceforth, all wood is to be a federally regulated, suspect substance. Either raw wood, lumber, or anything made of wood, from tables and...
2
|
14 years ago
|
2 | |
|
|
sprinkler deflector guards
I have an underground sprinkler system where the heads against the house seem to continue to get out of focus and spray the house resulting in fading paint on house. any suggestions or are there...
3
|
14 years ago
|
3 | |
|
|
Battery Operated Push Button Deadbolts - Opinions?
Does anyone have any opinions on Battery Operated Push Button Deadbolts for entry doors? Opinions? In this newsgroup? Why'd I bother asking? ;-) We're considering this one for our new entry door....
46
|
14 years ago
|
46 | |
|
|
Sealing leaking metal pipe threads to PVC joint?
I have a 1" barb male thread fitting that is screwed in to a PVC tee. It was new work and I used teflon tape. Upon water testing, it was barely leaking, maybe a cup a day. Tried tightening it more,...
14
|
14 years ago
|
14 | |
|
|
Electric cooktop suggestions
Am replacing an electric cooktop (exposed burner element type). Wife is considering the smooth top type. What are the pros and cons of the smooth top over the open burner type? (Going gas is not an...
20
|
14 years ago
|
20 |