Re: Low Hot Water Pressure in Shower Head & Faucet
Had the same problem. Here is a link to my video of a horror story of a cartridge replacement... This will walk you through the steps. https://www.youtube.com/wa...
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Re: plumbing rough in
That sounds like a rough in to me. The tub trap is installed when the tub and tub drain and tub overflow are installed. Contractor John http://contractorjohn.com
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: noises in the house
what are the exterior weather conditions? Do you use a humidifier? Is there any cracking evident in walls or ceilings?
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: Bowing cinder block basement walls
No not a good idea, Call a professional foundation expert. The outside earth is pushing against the cinder block and pushing it in and the more it bows the more t...
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: doors
I wrote a quick tip article about that very problem. check it out at http://homerepairhelpers.com/home-maintenance/door-creeps-open-or-shut/ Contractor John htt...
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: basement windows
send me a picture, I have a couple ideas. Also a couple pictures Contractor John http://contractorjohn.com contractorjohn1@gmail.com
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: Addition to House
There are so many questions to ask before an answer to your question would have any value, Find a very reputable remodeling contractor to come and look at the pro...
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: Insulation in an older home
Find a very experienced company to blow it in as this is a tricky install. Not everyone can handle it the right way, Contractor John http://contractorjohn.com
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: Newly painted brick is peeling in some areas
Moisture problem.....Open the weep holes to begin with... is this an outside wall or outside? Contractor John http://contractorjohn.com
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: drywall MEETS OLD PLASTER WALLS
If you do not use a tapered edge in th ecorner and you cut it close I would suggest a high quality caulk. A paintable silicone should allow the little movement th...
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: water heater while on vacation.
I don't see the sense leaving the pilot on, for three months. I would drain the tank and shut gas off. Contractor John http://contractorjohn.com
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: Sump pump runs constantly
So it wasn't running often before? Water under the black pipes, could be from a broken water pipe? You may want to check the sump discharge pipe make sure it is d...
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: shower and pressure
I don't have an answer for you, but a couple more trouble shooting things. With the new cartridge in remove the shower head and run the shower, see how the pressu...
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: bathroom mirror edges are worn off
How about mirror strip overlays. I am sure your local glass company could fix you up or you could find them on the internet. Contractor John http://contractorjo...
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: Insulating a garage roof without a ceiling
In my opinion you will be creating a problem. You never want to place insulation tight against the bottom of the roof and then seal it in with plastic. If you wer...
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: Prioritizing renovations by cost and importance
Jane, Email me john@contractorjohn.com
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: 2 double flushing toilets and 1 slow draining toilet - happened out of nowhere
Have you checked the vent stack for a clog? Just a thought
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: Novice - I know nothing about a furance
I have a video posted to the Contractor John YouTube channel that talks all about furnace filters. If you have a specific question after watching the video feel f...
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answersupdated over 6 years ago by Contractor John
Re: Hot water tank
There are pans that go under hot water tanks, and washing machines, etc hooked up to a drain so if it does leak it will not cause damage. I would also put a water...
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answersupdated almost 7 years ago by Contractor John
Re: Can you identify my kitchen faucet?
The generally is a cap covering a screw that has a logo or emblem om it which corresponds to the brand. Look carefully. Another suggestion is to take a close up ...
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answersupdated almost 7 years ago by Contractor John
