Is it worth it to spend more for a water softener?
Kinetico is a good product but $1,900 for a water softener sounds out of line. Are you sure it is not some combination unit that does a lot more t...
Kinetico is a good product but $1,900 for a water softener sounds out of line. Are you sure it is not some combination unit that does a lot more t...
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ViewsPS: We are in the process of building a home and we suffer allergies also. Are spending thousands of extra dollars to eliminate OSB in subfloorin...
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ViewsDust is just one of your potential problems for allergies. Can be affected by everything from materials used in the building (OSB, carpets, paints...
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ViewsThe type of vent fan will make a big difference. Be sure to install one that vents to the outside to really remove that bathroom moisture. Get on...
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ViewsHere's an interesting track lighting system I saw in local paper. Sounds easy to install: http://www.litesnow.com/
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ViewsSounds like you'll need someone to snake it out but check prices. Those main lines can be long.
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ViewsThis is a significant problem with newer and tighter homes. An air-to-air heat exchanger (also heat recovery ventilator) is excellent to exhaust st...
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ViewsI lived in an old (1926) home for many years and thought my doors were cracked. Decided to strip them and see about filling the cracks. Turns out...
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ViewsNo, the filter will not make any noticeable difference in the mold problem. That is a problem with indoor air pollution caused by various products...
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ViewsPS: We are about to 'break ground' on our new home and I would suggest you start early to research EVERYTHING about your new home - from door knob...
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ViewsCheck on 'Designers/Builders'. If you get the whole deal at one stop, the design fees may be lots less than getting a separate architect.
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ViewsThis can involve several potential problems. Recessed lighting 'cans' are bad for leaking air and may have little or no insulation around them. T...
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ViewsBroan has a 7 inch spring-loaded in-line damper, stock # 97. Check at L-o-w-e-s or H-o-m-e D-e-p-o-t and they should be able to special order one ...
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ViewsIf your lot requires a septic system, you will require a soil (perc) test. This is a test to see how well water seeps into the soil on your lot. ...
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ViewsFingernail polish remover may damage the surround. I would avoid it. Check your local hardware store for something called 'De Solve It Citrus Sol...
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ViewsIs there any way to install a 'sun/solar' tube? These are great if you can get them installed. Here is one site: http://www.suntunnel.com/ [This ...
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ViewsShould not be too hard. First insure that your level is true. Place it on a flat, horizontal surface and use shims to raise one end until it read...
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ViewsThe Broan site has some good info. Here is for their FAQ. Also, at the top, right is an article in .pdf format (requires Adobe Acrobat Reader (fr...
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ViewsDown drafts are inefficient. A good sized hood vented to the outside is preferred. be sure your hood has sufficient cubic feet per minute (CFM) a...
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ViewsYou won't need a plumber. Open your access panel and you should see the gas control. Should have settings for Off, Pilot and On. Turn to Pilot t...
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