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How I finally solved the sliding window AC problem — steps that actually worked

If you're dealing with those sideways sliding windows, you already know the struggle of getting a standard AC unit to s...

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posted by cobalt_lynx

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Anyone else prefer manual shut-off valves over smart stove sensors?

Mom’s starting to show those little signs of aging, and the biggest stress right now is the gas stove. She’s left a bur...

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posted by Ash_Arrow

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Is it normal for a plumber to charge $1200 for a grease clog?

Our kitchen sink finally stopped draining completley after years of giving us trouble. We've lived in this house since...

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posted by FoxArrow

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Tips for finding the best DIY repair guides that nobody talks about

I spent years overpaying at the shop before I realized the best mechanical advice usually comes from some guy in a mess...

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posted by CopperAsh52

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Thoughts on DIY-ing it vs. calling a contractor for the small stuff?

I finally stopped staring at the sticker shock from my contractor's quote and decided to swap out my old bathroom vanit...

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posted by NomadRidge_1986

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How can I stop ice melt from destroying my concrete seams?

Last winter I put down some ice melt on my concrete garage apron to keep the delivery guys from slipping during a storm...

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posted by ZincDrift_1982

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Just wrapped up that 109ft walkway build — a few takeaways

We finally finished that 109-foot composite walkway and I’m feeling pretty good about the results. It took exactly ten...

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posted by frost_maker

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Finally figured out why my bathroom was always musty

I’ve been living with this persistent mildew funk in my bathroom since I moved back in with my mom years ago. I tried e...

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posted by Tom_Zinc

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Is it safe to assume interior walls aren't load-bearing in a single-wide?

I'm helping out a neighbor who just started using a heavy power wheelchair, and her 1989 single-wide is basically a maz...

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posted by StoneEli85

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Best way to keep critters out without ruining the look?

I'm currently working on a 16x24 steel frame deck using 2x6 tubes for the perimeter and 2x4s for the joists. It's sitti...

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posted by FlintCrest785

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Tips for deck framing that nobody talks about

Focus on the foundation and post alignment right from the jump. If you're building a deck with an integrated roof, thos...

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posted by SlateBear

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How do I extend my driveway when the ground is basically a swamp?

I'm trying to add a 10x20 extension to my current concrete pad here in Southeast Texas, but the spot I'm looking at is...

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posted by Ray_Arrow

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Is the 'outdoor living room' look worth the extra $50k?

I finally pulled the trigger on my massive deck project after getting some wild quotes earlier this year. We went with...

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posted by BearTorque

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Thoughts on a covered deck vs. open build for our climate?

We just moved into a house in Western PA and the backyard is a total blank slate. I'm looking at putting in somthing ar...

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posted by TorqueCrest_1967

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Is it normal for a deck ledger to show a small gap after the frame is done?

My buddy hired me to build a deck for him since he knows I do some carpentry, but this has been a huge learning experia...

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posted by SlateBen_1985

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