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pvc to galvanized steel?

Hi -- I need to extend the pipe leading outside from my sump pump, but it's never been extended and it's just a...
7 comments posted 19yrs
posted by dmccunney
7 comments posted 19yrs posted by dmccunney

lead solder in water line

I'd just finished installing a in-line water filter when I discovered a 2nd spool of solder mixed in my work area....
14 comments posted 19yrs
posted by <Enzyme68
14 comments posted 19yrs posted by <Enzyme68

composite exteriors

My house has wooden porch railings and columns and some wood paneling. The rest of the exterior is brick. The wood is d...
0 comments posted 19yrs
posted by neilhwatson
0 comments posted 19yrs posted by neilhwatson

dehumidifier problem

What kinds of things can go wrong with a dehumidifier. Mine seems to be running but not making much of a dent in the hu...
5 comments posted 19yrs
posted by EMarano
5 comments posted 19yrs posted by EMarano

Restrap Patio Chair - Vinyl Strap - Slotted Frame

I am repairing an old (1960&#39;s ?) vinyl strap patio chair. The chair is made of solid tube aluminum 5/8 inch thick....
3 comments posted 19yrs
posted by hayesfj
3 comments posted 19yrs posted by hayesfj

Running toilet tackled

At Colorado - Colorado State football game. By a security guard. Guard charged with unnecessary roughage. http://uk.news...
0 comments posted 19yrs
posted by heybubNOSPAM
0 comments posted 19yrs posted by heybubNOSPAM

Sprinkler not rotating

I have a RainBird Maxipaw that is no longer rotating. Any suggestions on what to do to fix it?
2 comments posted 19yrs
posted by kurtullman
2 comments posted 19yrs posted by kurtullman

Ground Wire Laying On Dirt

I had an electrician over and asked about grounding an outlet (early &#39;60s house with grounded wire only to baths an...
22 comments posted 19yrs
posted by pdr3535
22 comments posted 19yrs posted by pdr3535

Water line replacement

Any input would be appreciated, especially on how long this job might take and what kind of connection would be at the...
15 comments posted 19yrs
posted by andy77017
15 comments posted 19yrs posted by andy77017

Noisy pipes

Our pipes make a loud roaring noise when the toilet tank is flushing and re-filling. Our apartment had been empty for a...
2 comments posted 19yrs
posted by captaincareless
2 comments posted 19yrs posted by captaincareless

Air Conditioner and Windows

I have a indoor heating question for you guys. I have a 2 story house that gets hot in the upper floor and stays pretty...
7 comments posted 19yrs
posted by senin
7 comments posted 19yrs posted by senin

Solved: Central Vacuum had low suction and flow

Over a period of a couple of years my central vacuums suction and flow seemed to be decreasing. Early-on we had ensured...
0 comments posted 19yrs
posted by danmable
0 comments posted 19yrs posted by danmable

Humidity in cold storage room

I need help here ! I bought a brand new home last year with a cold storage room in the basement. The builder left all k...
4 comments posted 19yrs
posted by carcrash1
4 comments posted 19yrs posted by carcrash1

Dewalt planer problem

When surfacing some 2x6 redwood planks, the Dewalt planer makes a clunking nose with the cutting head hesitated and jum...
4 comments posted 19yrs
posted by noemall
4 comments posted 19yrs posted by noemall