Something eating the wood
I don't know what the name of the part is, but the wood beams that go underneath the eaves, I was looking at some of the areas to my place. I n...
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over 5 years by glauster
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Rain Gutters
What is the practical value of rain gutters? My house is in the shape of a "U." The area between the arms of the "U" has been roofed over a...
over 5 years by glauster
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concrete and termites
Hi all, I live in California. Apparently there is a new code that states that houses built on foundation, that the stucco has to be a certain ...
almost 6 years by glauster
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Fireplaces
Something went wrong with the (gas) fireplace on a house less than 3 years of age. With this I need to know: What kind of guarantees/warranties...
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Odor from central heating system
A year ago I installed a Lennox central heating system. I don't have the model number but from what I was told, it is the latest advance tech mode...
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Shocked and furious
In November I had the electrical company who has always done the work at my place come over to replace the light fixtures. The first time aroun...
over 6 years by househelper
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Estimates
This is getting to be really odd! Between the holidays I had 2 electric contractors out to my place to do work. I've asked both to give me an e...
over 6 years by glauster
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outlets
Thanks for the info. On appliances, where is the amp reading located? Actually, I'm looking at things like a TV or DVD machine.
over 6 years by glauster
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outlets
Thanks for the info. If I plug a surge protector into one of the 2 outlets and plug 2 or 3 appliances into the surge protector unit, could that...
over 6 years by glauster
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Extra "outlets"
The typical outlet only allows you to plug in 2 appliances. Where I work workers have been told not to use extension cords. Why? Will using a ...
over 6 years by glauster
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Fans and heating
Prior to my putting a state-of-the-heart heating system of my place last year, the cost of heating the place was sky high. I just got the lates...
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vocabulary
Will someone please enlighten me as to the definition of these words/phrases: * High efficacy * Manual-on occupancy sensor * Occupancy sensor...
over 6 years by Billhart
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Acetic acid and raspberries
I had a problem with raspberries growing semi-wild in my yard. To kill the plants I would cut off a tip of a stem and put a length of the cut...
over 6 years by CrownRoyal
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sun tunnels
I'm interested in putting sun tunnels at my place. What questions do I need to ask when purchasing and installing the product? thanks,
over 6 years by angusyoung
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When to consider...
My house was built in 1946. What I need to know is this. Under what circumstances should one need to consider rewiring the house? The w...
over 6 years by Techgromit
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one more thing
How much more heat do these halogen bulbs put out and do they pose more of a fire hazard compared to the incandescents?
over 6 years by glauster
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lighting cost
I'm looking at putting in those new halogen lights and need to know how much of a cost difference there will be compared to the old incandescent ...
over 6 years by fugazi48
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motion sensors
Does it make sense to install a light motion sensor in an area of fairly high traffic? I have them installed in the hallway but wonder if pu...
over 6 years by fugazi48
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Metal or plastic
I'm looking into getting a track light unit that can be shaped up to a point. Each unit has 5 of those little spot light type bulbs. The less exp...
about 6 years by TimBonham
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OK, I get it
Now I understand the method to the madness. Thanks.
over 6 years by glauster
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