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Please Diagnose Toilet Flapper Problem
About 50% of the time, the flapper seats properly after flushing. The rest of the time, it does not, and it's necessary to tap the flush handle. Is this a flapper problem per se, or a problem with...
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How to properly use a hammer on nails?
I rarely use hammers & nails as I typically prefer to use screws over nails. However once in a while I need to use nails. I have to do some mending of framing in the attic and I need to nail wood...
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electrical - tester says hot/neu or hot/grd reversed
Off of 1 panel I have: 3 220V circuits 4 110V circuits When one of the 220V breakers is on, all the 110 circuits display some kind of "error" -- either hot/neu reversed or hot/grn reversed, or in one...
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thermocouple
I would like to chase the threads where the thermocouple screws in to my gas valve, dose anyone know what tap size? thank BIG D
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Light i dimmer all the sudden
Hi, We've noticed the ceiling light fixture is not as bright as used to be. Changing the bulbs didn't help. I have the dimmer to control the fixture, it's all the way up. Any idea what...
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Adhesive Primer
I just put down 1/4" Luan in my kitchen in preparation for Peel & Stick Tile. I am about to apply a coat of adhesive primer to the Luan. Can the primer be applied several days before the tile is to be...
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Low temperature problems
The temp. here is around 15 degrees F (maybe less), and I have encountered two problems that I suspect are the result of the cold. 1. Electric starter on snow thrower (stored in attached but poorly...
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Two Questions About Drill Bits
I have 2 questions about drill bits. 1. What type of electric drill bit would I use for plaster walls in a house (specifically to hang window blinds)? 2. I do not have cases for my bits (long story)...
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15 years ago
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Gas dryer shuts down after 5 minutes ? !
Kenmore "Ultra Fabric Care" gas clothes dryer, "Heavy duty 80 series", Model #97586210 75862... It runs well... gas warms the clothes, and the drum turns... for about 5 minutes only. Then it shuts...
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Raccoon blockage causes death
"[BARNSTABLE, Mass] Police in Sandwich, Mass., say it appears a 62-year-old man died of carbon monoxide poisoning after his chimney was clogged by a raccoon. "...the home had contained no smoke or...
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Whole House Humifdifier
I would like to install a whole-house humidifier on my forced air furnace. From what I understand, the steam humidifiers seem to work pretty well, anyone have experiences or suggest a model for a...
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Tempering tank for hot water system (2024 Update)
Ok guys, pick this one apart..... I have a wood stove in my basement. I just replaced my old 52 gal electric hot water tank with a new 40 gal model. I am planning to use my old stripped down tank as a...
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Wiring for Speakers Between Floors
I am looking to add speakers to the kitchen feed from a stereo system 20 feet away. I'd like to have the speakers recessed into the ceiling at a corner in the kitchen. What are some ideas for...
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Electric space heater question
We have one of those electric heat-dish-parabolic space heaters that I was using in my living room since my fireplace is on the fritz. those things put off carbon monoxide? Olddog
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Using inverter for fan on a gas power vent water heater
I've just installed (had installed to be precise) a gas water heater to replace the old electric heater. One of the benefits I thought I'd get from this and the gas furnace was to eliminate...
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15 years ago
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