Thanks for the Caution
DanO - hi again and thanks for the reminder about being cautious. Even with 33 years of electronics experience under my belt, I can always accept ...
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about 11 years by Jim D
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Follow-On Query
DanO - hi again! I saw your reply and read through the info at the first link. It makes me wonder if the water inlet valve might not be part of t...
about 11 years by Jim D
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Kenmore (Whirlpool) Washer - Cold Water Fill
DanO - hi, I haven't been on here in quite some time...I'm hoping you can confirm my suspicion here. I'm working on a Kenmore washer, Model 110....
7 months by BV015908
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Try Here...
Oceanscape - hi, I rented a home before with a Monitor heater and no manual. I ended up buying one from the company, total price of under $10 incl...
over 12 years by Jim D
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answers1049
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Yeah, But...
YAKKER82 - hi, you can cut out that section of drywall but it'll be a bit of a job. First - is the landlord/owner willing to let you do that? If ...
over 12 years by Jim D
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Rain Drain...
VFR4RF - hi, the product you want is called the Rain Drain and it's available via the Improvements catalog. Here's the online link to the item: ...
over 12 years by Jim D
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answers1132
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Thanks, Sylvan!
Sylvan - hi and thanks! I also joined up at age 17...I almost went Navy but they couldn't guarantee me nuclear reactor training. I passed the tes...
over 12 years by Jim D
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Problem Found/Fixed
Erik - hi and thanks for the reply! Actually, my mother-in-law went ahead and contacted a plumber as she'll have other relatives staying with her ...
over 12 years by Jim D
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answers364
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Diagnosing Toilet Flush Problem...
Sylvan, Billhart, Ray Van Zint, Erik – hi, I’ve used the advanced search mode here and read some older posts but still need some advice from th...
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Lens Yellowing?
Pugsathome - hi, what does the lens look like? Is it yellowing, scratched, or anything like that? Is there any rust inside, especially down at th...
over 12 years by Jim D
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Vent Problem
Phoneman377 - hi, the likely cause is your vent is plugged (from snow, leaves, bird nest, etc.). I'll assume you don't have anyone in the house wh...
over 12 years by Jim D
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Check the Rollers
AlbertPollard - hi, that does sound a bit unusual. I'd suggest checking the rollers and make sure the mounts are tight where they attach to your d...
over 12 years by Jim D
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answers365
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Temp Mixing Valve...
Kathyrose - hi, it sounds like you have a temperature mixing valve for that shower head system that's out of adjustment. The expert plumbers here ...
over 12 years by Jim D
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answers802
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Security Info
Fourchalk - hi, you've posted some good reading to help people think about security. As you pointed out, it can be easily overlooked. I've also s...
over 12 years by Jim D
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answers522
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Fuel Oil Query...
Dinosaurus - hi, you can call any of your local fuel oil suppliers and ask if they've made deliveries of fuel oil to your address before. (That's ...
over 12 years by Jim D
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answers316
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Check Your Water Meter
RATM909 - hi, I'm not a plumber but I've found and fixed broken pipes before. If you want some immediate peace of mind, I'd recommend you check yo...
over 12 years by Jim D
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Need More Info...
LisaMoody - hi, you need to provide more info on this one if you want some expert help. I'm not a plumber but here's what I'd want to know...was i...
over 12 years by Jim D
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answers283
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GDO Problem...
WSUBER4 - hi, if you're certain the motor is operating properly, then it sounds like the door's not engaged with the opener. Can you see the belt/...
over 12 years by Jim D
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answers702
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Rusted Bolts...
BROCK629 - hi, I'm not a plumber but I believe the screws/bolts you're describing aren't screwed into the concrete floor. They may be studs that w...
over 12 years by Jim D
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Cleaning Whirlpool Tub...
RANCAR - hi, the last house I rented had a whirlpool tub in it. We used the stuff you use in spas and it seemed to work well. The mold is probabl...
over 12 years by Jim D
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