Home Repair

What can you tell just by LOOKING at a solar panel of how they're wired?

Below are a few photos of a bunch of solar panels I have (most are on lights but some are 5V USB solar chargers) [https...

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posted by charlie

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[eaves] How does lack of overhang "allow better protection from fire"?

https://ktla.com/news/local-news/architect-behind-viral-fire-proof-home-explains-how-it-survived/ "The home also didn't...

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posted by Ken

25 comments posted 1yr posted by Ken

Power Plant in Moss Landing, CA Erupts in Flames

Triggers Immediate Evacuation Order Over Toxic Air Hazard A fire erupted at the Moss Landing Power Plant in Monterey Co...

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posted by orca

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The Palisades Fire is the first big test for California's new home insurance scheme

California traded higher premiums for expanded coverage, but monster blazes like the ones currently devouring parts of...

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posted by yourdime

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caulking compound for a brick wall against termites ?

gap filler required between clay bricks to prevent termite entry

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posted by lexy

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A 'worst-case' scenario: How giant insurance losses from L.A. fires could affect all Californians

https://www.sfchronicle.com/california-wildfires/article/home-insurance-disaster-prices-20022809.php By Megan Fan Munce...

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posted by democrat-insurrection

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I won Publishers Clearing House Sweepstakes

I'm not kidding, I got a call yesterday and the guy told me I won. First Prize, $39 million and a new Mercedes 350. As...

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posted by esp

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Avoiding large fluctuations in temperature

Avoiding large fluctuations in temperature can be more energy-efficient than allowing the home to cool too much and the...

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posted by NONONOmisc07

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outdoor home security cameras

Sorry for the on-topic post. A recent daytime burglary in my area has me looking into installing a security camera or t...

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posted by hubops

35 comments posted 1yr posted by hubops

How hot is it? Acurite wireless indoor-outdoor thermometer. (2025 Update)

I just got a new acurite wireless indoor-outdoor thermometer, from Amazon. I really like it and its design. Can you sug...

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posted by NONONOmisc07

50 comments posted 1yr posted by NONONOmisc07

Outrage as homeowner is jailed after calling cops on squatter... and is told to 'think about it from their point of view'

A Georgia homeowner was arrested and charged with criminal trespass after attempting to move back into her home, which...

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posted by democrat-insurrection

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Would this sink fix?

Hi All, My current failing cast iron sinks are ~ 6" deep; 20" wide (outer rim); ~ 17" front to back (outer rim) I do no...

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posted by T

2 comments posted 1yr posted by T

replacement sinks?

Hi All, I need to replace two of my lav sinks. They are cast iron ovals and have starting rusting. I hear plastic crack...

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posted by T

13 comments posted 1yr posted by T

[OT] Amazon Gift Card Offer

I'm not a fan of purchasing items on Amazon, but sometimes I must. A few days ago, I did purchase an item on Amazon, an...

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posted by nospam

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Glacial History of Michigan: How did we get our Great Lakes?

Did you know climate change started in Michigan over 2 million years ago, long before people had gas stoves and an inte...

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posted by al.goar

22 comments posted 1yr posted by al.goar