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I changed a couple of windows that were essentially doors but they did not open. You can also get a window slightly smaller than the width of the d...
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almost 8 years by JONINSACTO
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In reply to "Open back stairs"
Why not just carpet the steps ? I am in the process of finishing mine and this is probably what I am going to do.
over 8 years by JONINSACTO
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reply to "Old double hung window hardware
Why not just fix them, it is pretty easy and cheap. on the side jambs there are inspection ports that need to be opened to get access to the weight...
over 8 years by JONINSACTO
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Adding another Duct
I have a two story house with central Heat & air. I have dual zone (upstairs zone & a downstairs zone)with one unit. It works good but I rarely nee...
almost 9 years by JONINSACTO
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Laying a brick patio
I am getting ready to install a brick patio and I am not sure which way would be the best to attach the brick pavers (1" thick) to the existing con...
about 9 years by JONINSACTO
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Water underneath furnace
It is probably just coondensation that the heater either generates or removes from the house. My heater is up in the attic and I have a piece of pi...
about 9 years by JONINSACTO
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answers771
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window install
I would remove the old frame to lessen the chance of aluminum attracting moisture. Removing the frame will also permit a bigger window (less frame)...
about 9 years by JONINSACTO
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Replacing Sliders
I installed two Atrium french doors that i got from Home Depot and I as well as some of my contractor friends have been very impressed with the ove...
over 9 years by JONINSACTO
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answers321
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Window frames
Aardvark, Your installer is probably just installing retrofit construction windows and is relying on the bead of caulk method. This is ok but I wou...
over 9 years by JONINSACTO
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answers432
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forced air heat
I believe if you have two seperate sets of vents, you should be doing the opposite. Hot air rises so therefore the lower (ground level) vents shoul...
over 9 years by JONINSACTO
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answers497
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Heating
If you are going thru the expense of a new heating unit, why not make sure you get the right size unit and calculate all of the variables other tha...
over 9 years by JONINSACTO
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answers373
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windows/egress/city approved/insp denied
If it was approved by the city building dept, I would think that is good enough and I would let the inspector know that the City already approved i...
over 9 years by JONINSACTO
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Furring strips on basement walls
I am thinking of going this route when I finish my basement this spring. i do not want to nail to the concrete and possibly cause cracks or moistur...
over 9 years by JONINSACTO
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French Doors that stick
As a short term (easy) solution, you can spray some silicone lubricant on the edge between the two doors. This will ehlp it with less resistance an...
over 9 years by JONINSACTO
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Furnace Blowing cold air
The reason it does it towards the end of its cycle is because the heater unit shuts down at the end of its cycle but the blower usually runs for a ...
over 9 years by JONINSACTO
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Price to roof a house
Lots of variables.....material type (shake, asphalt, etc). Pitch (steepness plays a big part too. Tear off, quality of material etc.Basically need ...
over 9 years by JONINSACTO
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Milgard Vinyl Windows
Millguard are a nice window. I believe they are among the better vinyl windows out there. if the house is more of a traditional house, look into th...
over 9 years by JONINSACTO
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answers150
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condensation on windows
Your humidity level is too high in your house/attic. You need better ventilation. Make sure you have and use exhaust fan in bathroom/kitchen. You a...
over 9 years by JONINSACTO
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trane vs. lennox vs. rudd
I have a Trane and have been very happy with it. It is about 6 years old and has a 10 year warranty. I hear Lennox is good too however it is very e...
over 9 years by JONINSACTO
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answers396
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Windows sticking when opening
Hello everyone. I recently installed some Pella aluminum clad casement windows and they seem to stick when opening. I think they may be sticking to...
over 9 years by retisin
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