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How to remove label from sink without damaging the sink?

Can a label like this be removed without damaging the porcelain? Should I use a razor? Can it even be...

Asked on 01/02/2021

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Sink tailpiece doesn't line up with trap

After installing a new bathroom sink, the drain tailpiece doesn't line up with the trap coming out of the wall. I've seen flexible accordion hoses for this, but I...

Asked on 01/02/2021 by Elliott B

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Is Kerabond T with additive okay for under Ditra Heat?

I'm looking to install porcelain tile over Ditra heat mat in our kitchen. From what I read you need to use a modified thinset for under the ditra mat(over plywood...

Asked on 01/02/2021

1 answer

Why did my humidifier water bottles get discolored inside?

I've had a stand alone type of whole house humidifier for many years. It has two 2.75 gallon white plastic water bottles. In addition to using an anti-bacterial with each...

Asked on 01/01/2021

2 answer

Power outage in different rooms In the home

Different rooms in my home will lose power at random times. Most of the time it is on the left side of the house where my children have their bedroom...

Asked on 01/01/2021

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turning switch off to ceiling fan/light does not immediately kill the light

This issue just started occurring in the last week or two. The fixture has been installed for ~18 mo with no issue. The light gets brighter momentarily--maybe a 1/4 of...

Asked on 01/01/2021 by peinal

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What could be causing the delay in the start up of my air conditioner?

I have an air conditioner that is probably 15 years old now. The problem is when I turn it on after it has been off for a long period...

Asked on 01/01/2021

4 answer

Do modern refrigerators and freezers benefit from point-of-use surge protection?

If so, what type of protection is recommended? And is it still needed if you have a whole-home surge protector installed at the load center? (I do, FWIW)....

Asked on 01/01/2021 by Evan Haas

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How to build an additional concrete/cinder block wall in basement, where the crawl space and basement meet

The small basement in my house (built in 1932) has three concrete walls. The forth wall is comprised of vertical wood boards. Behind the boards is the crawl space for...

Asked on 01/01/2021

1 answer

Enclosing a breezeway between house and garage, (there is an existing roof )

I am in Calif. I would like to enclose my breezeway. At front of house would be solid, possibly a transom window at top. At back yard side of breezeway,...

Asked on 01/01/2021 by Cheryl

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