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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 th...
10 comments posted 16yrs
posted by zzyzx__
10 comments posted 16yrs posted by zzyzx__

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....
4 comments posted 16yrs
posted by mcp6453
4 comments posted 16yrs posted by mcp6453

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...
7 comments posted 16yrs
posted by JayB
7 comments posted 16yrs posted by JayB

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...
14 comments posted 16yrs
posted by theedudenator
14 comments posted 16yrs posted by theedudenator

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 p...
9 comments posted 16yrs
posted by dennism3
9 comments posted 16yrs posted by dennism3

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...
40 comments posted 16yrs
posted by jules.richardsonnews
40 comments posted 16yrs posted by jules.richardsonnews

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 s...
18 comments posted 16yrs
posted by pat
18 comments posted 16yrs posted by pat

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 foun...
39 comments posted 16yrs
posted by paule
39 comments posted 16yrs posted by paule

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 ou...
49 comments posted 16yrs
posted by tehaleks_at_gmail_dot_com
49 comments posted 16yrs posted by tehaleks_at_gmail_dot_com

microwave circuit problem

Why would the below be happening? 1. 12 year old over the range microwave stopped working - no power. 2. Microwave on i...
22 comments posted 16yrs
posted by clouds777
22 comments posted 16yrs posted by clouds777

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 regulat...
2 comments posted 16yrs
posted by heybub
2 comments posted 16yrs posted by heybub

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...
3 comments posted 16yrs
posted by mbecks01
3 comments posted 16yrs posted by mbecks01

Battery Operated Push Button Deadbolts - Opinions?

Does anyone have any opinions on Battery Operated Push Button Deadbolts for entry doors? Opinions? In this newsgroup? W...
46 comments posted 16yrs
posted by teamarrows
46 comments posted 16yrs posted by teamarrows

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 wate...
14 comments posted 16yrs
posted by trader4
14 comments posted 16yrs posted by trader4

Electric cooktop suggestions

Am replacing an electric cooktop (exposed burner element type). Wife is considering the smooth top type. What are the p...
20 comments posted 16yrs
posted by bobwhite
20 comments posted 16yrs posted by bobwhite