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Low water level in toilet
Hi. Yes, what is low? Seems slightly lower than the other toilets. Have tried adjusting the tank mechanics, etc. No water on floor to show any leaks. I have heard of hairline cracks, but not clear how...
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pvc membrain roofing?
I'm in northern California and am thinking of useing the pvc single ply roofing menbrain on a 5/12 pitch roof.Has any one had any experiance with useing this on pitched roofs.I'd appreciate your...
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Free standing natural gas stove pilot light
My stove works fine, but when I reach the thermostat setting and the stove shuts down and returns to pilot light only, the pilot light goes out. If I restart pilot light it works fine again until it...
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Energy saving questions
So what's the general conscensus on closing vents and shutting doors in unused rooms in your house to save energy? I did this for a long time and then when I got a new air conditioner installed, the...
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Still getting tons of viruses?
Several weeks ago there were some thread on viruses coming in fake Microsoft patches and undelivered messages. I was getting about 500/day. It is now down to maybe 50/day. Just wondering if others are...
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Lennox FlexZone
I am getting estimates for a new air handler for my heat pump. One of the contractors suggested a FlexZone to handle the 9° temperature variance between floors during heating season. I am considering...
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Pool Winterizing Question
We just bought a house with an above ground pool that is 18 feet across and 48 inches high. It has not been opened this year and with winter almost upon us I plan on leaving it closed until summer....
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Drywall question
I'm doing some drywall in my basement. I've got the first coat of mud and tape on and ready for a sand. I used a General purpose Joint compound for this coat. Someone suggesting I change to a "Light...
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Bathroom Remodel
Would anyone have an idea on what an average price would be for labor on an average sized bathroom that needs tile (wall and floor), tub, all fixtures, enclosure, vanity/sink, and toilet all replaced?...
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Toilet That Wobbles
What needs to be done to secure a toilet that wobbles a little? The bolts at the base just turn like they are stripped or something. The toilet works ok, I woiuld like to get it back the way it was....
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Furnace not working properly
Well it's starting to get cold around here so I decided to turn the furnace on for the winter but it's not working properly. It only worked once and that was about 24 hours after I turned the...
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Setting back the thermostate @night
Assuming you have good windows, adequate insulation is there that much advantage to setting back the thermostat( N/Gas heat), if it takes an hour or better to stabilize the temp in the house. If...
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Boards for an Ice Rink
Hey All, I'm building a backyard rink this weekend and I want a full setof boards. Any suggestions for plans? Thanks, dave
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Best sealer for shower floor
This is a beginner question. Have a shower floor with ceramic tile and grout. When put in about 7 years ago I vaguely remember the contractor saying that it should be sealed every ____ years. Well,...
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help, concrete driveway rising up
Hi everyone, I've posted before and got great advice, thank you all so much. Ok, there is a concrete driveway leading to the alley. The alley is just a dirt path.. When the trash trucks come by,...
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