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My air conditioner has not been working as well as it should be - with 85 degree temps outside, it will run continuously and never get the temp below 79-80, even at night.
I uncovered the A-Coil and...

Thanks Scleros! Renaming the machine and sharing a folder worked perfectly (and jogged my memory of what was going on)!

I'm actually trying to locate all of the correct versions of forms, modules,...

I wrote a Visual Basic (5.0) program about 10 years ago and compiled an .exe file when I was done. At the time, the database file it used was on a server and written into the code was this path:...

I'm in the process of repairing a neighbor's soda ash injection system. She had neglected adding the soda ash/bleach mixture for several years and her fittings (the whole house is copper) are...

My elderly neighbor has an old Cub Cadet 129 tractor with a Kohler 301a 12-hp engine that I use to cut her grass. It has worked pretty well for years until today. I cut for about 30 minutes and the...

I'm cutting into an existing CPVC water line to add an outside sillcock.

I shut the water off and drained the system as best I could. I cut into the existing pipe and, after it stopped dripping,...

I have a cat that has had severe constipation a few times. The first time, the vet was able to give her several enemas over 2 days to relieve the problem, the second time, the vet gave her an enema...

Thanks for your quick response. I assume the wet sponge will serve to "re-melt" the corner compound to fill the cracks? I'll try both suggestions - thanks again so much.

I'm finishing drywall and am having a problem with the inside corners... I used the 90 minute Sheetrock Lightweight Setting-Type Joing Compound powder to embed the tape everywhere... all that worked...

Thanks 21boat. I should have asked BEFORE I dug the holes - now I'm going to have monster footings! I guess if I ever want to add 3 more floors, I'll be safe! ;)

FYI, I tried to rate your...

I'm replacing the support columns under the main beam in a small cape cod. I just wanted to run my footing plans by everyone so I know if I'm making any glaring mistakes. I've cut open the existing...

I guess you're trying to calculate wages from someone's TIME IN and TIME OUT? If so, see if the attached makes sense to you. It will calculate number of minutes and calculate wages with a per minute...

Thanks very much 21boat. That's what I was afraid of. I was trying to come up with something similar to the attached (from the Owens Corning Foamular Product Data Sheet). Is there some variation...

I am insulating the upstairs of a cape cod and am trying to maximize the R-value without creating any moisture problems. The picture below illustrates my plan (the multiple layers of R-13 are due...

I am trying to complete a 100-200amp upgrade on my home (final hook-up to be done by the utility company).

My question is about the Service/Weather head mounting. The service cable runs at an...

Thank you for your answers. I was able to get a neighbor's relative to take them in and care for them until they're adopted... 2 of the 5 have already found homes, and the other 3 are doing well....

I'm not sure where you live mandieluu, but in PA, vets are VERY unhelpful to strays. I've called several dozen vets and none will give even a small discount on any services for strays. And the SPCA...

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I have found a stray cat and her litter in my neighborhood and am trying to find them homes. I can't take them in right now because I have 2 cats of my own and am already caring for 2 other...

Can anyone explain the reasoning behind the location requirements for 90+ furnace vents?

1) Why can a two-pipe (intake and exhaust) vent be within 12 inches of a window, but a single (exhaust...

WOW nm! Thanks for the VERY fast response!

Just so I'm clear with all of that: What is shown in the pic should be sufficient even without the additional 2x10 added to the existing rim joist,...

I'm looking for some input on headers required in Gable End Walls. I don't have a true header above my livingroom window and am wondering if, since it is a gable end wall, one is required.

In the...

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Thanks for your responses. Taking what you said (that I certainly wasn't CLEARLY in the right), I approached the enforcement officer and explained to him my problem - the amount of...

Thank you for your response Nwptsailor.

I guess maybe part of my question is whether this truly IS the code. I understand that the code states the requirement, but I ALSO understand that the code...

Hi all,
I apologize for the length of my post - I wanted the situation to be clear.
You can skip down to The Question at the bottom to avoid background info.

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I purchased a house...

Thanks for the replies. I picked up some Nashua 324A (Covalence Adhesives product). I had looked at it before, but it says "recommended for use on fiberglass air duct" and nowhere even in their...

Does anyone have a recommendation for sealing galvanized ductwork? I've read that mastic is the best, but looks like it might be a bit of a mess. Tape seems easier, but I've read that most don't...

Ed,
You're never going to be able to dry-fit the whole system at once and then do the glueing. I was exactly where you're at - had the whole system dry-fitted together but knew that, once I started...

Thank you all for your helpful comments and insight. I think I'm going to go with Luxaire. They seem to be a good deal for the money and are readily available near me.

While we have the thread...

Rickdb: Do you have an opinion on the lower-end Luxaire Climasure units (specifically GM9 furnace and HBDF A/C)? The home it'll be in isn't going to be a castle, and a standard furnace without all...

Thanks NorthernHeat. If I were to use a different brand A/C than furnace, should the evaporator coil match the brand of the condenser? Or should it match the furnace for a better fit? Does the brand...

I am fixing up a house that is requiring way more work that I first thought (due to water intrusion, pets, etc.) and need to replace the entire heating and cooling system. I want a decent lower-end...

In plumbing a PVC drain system, I'm wondering how much strain can be put on the assembly in order to get proper slopes, connect fittings, etc.

Here's an over-simplified example just to illustrate...

I am trying to replace all the plumbing in my house with PVC drainpipe. All the 'books' say to dry-fit the system to get the lengths and angles of pipe and fittings and to mark the joints with a "T"...