Fixing something after it gets damaged or broken.
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How to fix drawer runners
I have a set of drawers (custom made) that have draw runners which are attached to the bottom of each drawer on both sides. Unfortunately, the small plastic wheels on part that attaches to the housing ...
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2answers
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How to fix or replace the timer button of a microwave oven?
I have a microwave oven which timer button is broken. I would like to fix it (by using glue?) or replace it (with a similar "key"). The oven is a Samsung M1714.
However, I am afraid of making things ...
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1answer
216 views
After repointing a fieldstone foundation, should I backfill with gravel?
I've repointed a fieldstone foundation wall, but now I'm not sure how to backfill around the wall. Everyone I've asked has said I should now backfill with 3/4 gravel, so water drains quickly down ...
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1answer
164 views
How do I fix a vinyl covering that is coming away from the outside deck support beam?
I live in a townhouse with a deck over the garage. I noticed that under the deck, along the board that is on the outer edge, some of the vinyl covering is popping out of place and hanging down a ...
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How to choose the correct bit for a screwdriver
I'm constantly using a screw driver for small electronics and around the house, but I find that multiple bits seem to work. Of course, something bigger or something small requires diferrent amounts of ...
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Is a roofing company responsible for fixing a leak and water damage 2 1/2 years after roof replacement? [closed]
I bought a new home two and a half years ago. The previous owners has the roof replaced before we closed as a condition of the sale.
Now, at the corner of the screen porch, there is a place where ...
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873 views
How do I fix a stuck toilet tap that hasn't been turned in 3+ years?
I am trying to close the tap which connects to my toilet tank but the tap will not budge. I don't think that this tap has been touched in more than 3 years. Is there a way to fix it so that I can ...
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How can I further diagnose my central air conditioning compressor fan motor and capacitor?
I have a 15 year old Bryant Central Air unit in my house. Yesterday it stopped working. Here is what I have checked.
The breaker in the basement is not tripped.
The furnace works fine from the ...
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What is a good tutorial on the use of a multimeter?
I am ashamed to admit, that despite my many electrical (mis?)adventures.. I have no idea how to use a multimeter. I have installed automobile sound systems, central air air-conditioners, and every ...
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2answers
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Why do I have spots showing through on stained pine?
I had a chest of drawers made of pine that had crayon marks on it. I sanded it down really well and applied a coat of golden oak stain after puttying the holes. Now there are light and dark spots ...
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Can I repair water damage under the kitchen sink with a sintra panel? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How can I repair water damage under the kitchen sink?
I found out that our kitchen water connection had somehow loosened up and was leaking water on the floor undernieth ...
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1answer
330 views
How do I repair this broken pipe?
We just bought a house and while digging in the yard using a pick axe, I broke a pipe. Per my research, I need to put a joint there. The broken part is right next to the joint, so not sure how can I ...
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2answers
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How can I repair a big gash in my kitchen floor?
How can I repair this big gash in kitchen floor (I can see wood)
I was cleaning my kitchen floor, and moved the fridge out of the way. Problem is we have our microwave on it with a short cord. ...
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1answer
2k views
How can I repair cracked stairs treads?
I have a ~100 year old stairway that has a couple treads cracked down the middle. One of them has a little give to it when stepping on it. They would be difficult to replace entirely, and I am ...
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1answer
241 views
How do I fix a fallen-off facade?
We live in a block of apartments made from bricks, and the wall outside one window is damaged. We have a clothes hanger attached to that wall, and one screw has already fallen off, and wall around the ...
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1answer
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How can I access the lint duct assembly of a Maytag Centennial dryer?
We have a Maytag Centennial dryer (Model # MGDC700VW0) that has had its lint filter neglected too many times in-between runs. When the lint filter is over-full, pulling it out actually lets lint ...
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1answer
147 views
How do I best build up concrete driveway where it meets the basement foundation of house?
Our driveway slightly slopes into our basement foundation wall, causing water to stand in that area. We don't want to simply add cement to this area to elevate it one or two inches because of our ...
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2answers
355 views
My washing machine stopped working. Should I replace, repair or call a technician? [closed]
I have a Whirlpool front-loading washing machine (not sure about the model at this moment - I'm slacking off at work right now ;P). A month ago the torque transmitting belt went off. I put it back on ...
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4answers
960 views
How do I know if a firewall and mortar contain asbestos?
I want to remove a rock wall behind my pellet stove that was put in in 1980.
I have already removed some of the rock and cement that holds the rocks together where the pellet stove is sitting. Then ...
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1answer
1k views
How can I repair my concrete porch?
I have a concrete porch upfront which has 2 pillars supporting a roof. The concrete is showing cracks and spalling. To repair can I resurface this? A friend suggested tigercrete (concrete with ...
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1answer
326 views
Can we use both caulk and Durabond to fill in hairline cracks in old plaster walls?
Our end goal is to mud over the existing plaster walls/texture to create a smooth finish. Before this we want to repair several hairline cracks to prevent them from recurring. After scraping open the ...
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2answers
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Is my Kenmore HE4T Washer repairable for a reasonable price?
Kenmore HE4T Washer
Is this repairable?
Here are a couple of videos I took of it happening...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfog6-36fdg&feature=youtube_gdata_player
...
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How can I tell if I've got Cool Deck installed?
I have coping around my pool that I thought was Cool Deck. When I started researching "How to repair cool deck", I noticed I do not have the uneven (up and down) pattern) my coping is smooth and ...
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2answers
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What tools and techniques are required for moving & re-sloping a cement slab walkway?
My next "shape up" project for my house is moving and re-sloping the concrete slab walkway that goes around my house.
I am wondering what tools would be handy for this job.
I'll need to get a pry ...
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2answers
132 views
Can salt be used to create a slip resistance surface in concrete?
Is it true that salt can be used to put a slip resistant surface in fresh concrete?
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4answers
332 views
Would upgrading my basement with sandstone blocks be worthwhile?
Having a look at an old farmhouse that is for sale in the area, and as with most houses in the area of this age the foundation is built on red sandstone blocks, around five feet deep, with a dirt ...
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3answers
886 views
How can I repair my damaged kitchen counter?
I made a stupid mistake and placed a hot pan on the kitchen counter top directly, which made a small burn and a bigger bump filled with air that cracked after a little while. Here's a picture:
I ...
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2answers
727 views
How can I fix a ceiling above the shower that was damaged by water?
Our pipe coming out of the wall was leaking a very fine stream of water. We haven't had time to fix it. I don't know what that bumpy stuff on the ceiling is called but it's all peeling off. I know the ...
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1answer
205 views
How can I restore the waterproofing behind a shower/bath mixer/diverter?
After install a new shower/bath mixer, I am proceeding to restore waterproofing behind the mixer follow by the tiles.
Originally between the water pipes and the tiles there is a layer of gyprock ...
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0answers
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What are the best online resources for DIY and DIY communities? [closed]
I've done some general searches for specific projects, but what are some of the best forums for DIY discussions and project showcases? Most of the sites I've found are generally outdated, or too ...
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0answers
158 views
Help identify this electric clothes dryer part from an Asko T701 dryer?
I just replaced the drum rollers on my Asko T701 electric clothes dryer. As I was removing the front frame to access the rollers, this metal part fell out (the Sharpie is just there for scale):
I ...
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1answer
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Why does my oven temperature keep rising?
I have an old gas oven that is having a temperature problem. When it's turned on, the temperature keeps rising and rising, not stopping at the set temperature. It gets up to 500+ degrees.
This ...
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1answer
340 views
How do I repair the bottom lip of a concrete slab?
(My issue is kind of like this question but more of a missing chunk than a thin crack.)
I have a concrete patio in the front of my house that was fixed by a previous owner after a bottom chunk broke ...
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1answer
443 views
How should I use a plumber's snake?
How should I use a plumber's snake if my kitchen sink drain got clogged? Are there any suggestions on when this device is applicable and how to use it?
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1answer
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How to fix a through hole in a concrete step?
Here're two photos of a through hole in a step in an enforced concrete staircase in an apartment building. The step is about one inch thick, the hole is about three inches wide and appeared many years ...
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2answers
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How can I reattach this pivot bracket for bifold doors to the wall?
I decided to repaint my bedroom a few weeks ago. I removed the closet door in preparation for it, then painted the room. I went to reattach the closet door and noticed that the pivot bracket on the ...
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3answers
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How can I repair/replace tires on a hand cart?
I have a few small hand-carts. One of them is the two wheel hand-truck/dolly, and one is a larger one on four wheels with an upright handle.
Both have leaky tires. Some of the tires have a slow ...
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2answers
857 views
How can I replace a sliding glass door with a broken seal?
I have a sliding glass door and the glass is etched around side; the seal broke and dust has come in and I don't know how to fix it.
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How do I repair a chain link fence?
A wind storm took down one of the trees on our property and it landed across a chain link fence
Given the height of the tree, the overall damage was fairly limited. I have attached pictures with ...
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1answer
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How do I treat crumbling lath and plaster in my bathroom?
I have lath and plaster in my bathroom. The west wall in the bathroom keeps crumbling into a powdery substance. My dad has fixed it a number of times but it keeps reappearing. The powdery area is ...
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2answers
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How do I do a minor grout repair properly?
I've got grout between some floor tiles that is cracking and coming out in small chips, over time. The tiles and remaining grout are otherwise in great shape. I suspect this is just a problem ...
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2answers
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Is there any way to fix a hinge pulled out of particle board cabinet door?
I hit my head on the open door cabinet over the sink, yet again, and slammed the door shut in anger. Adding insult to injury, the whole hinge pulled out of the particle board and took a big chunk of ...
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4answers
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How can I fix electrical outlets that don't “hold” plugs that are plugged in to them?
In short, most of the outlets in my house have one working receptacle and one that any cord plugged in will immediately slip out of. Some of my outlets don't have any working receptacles (I hope I'm ...
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1answer
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Should siding be replaced or can it be repaired?
we are considering purchasing a 32 year old home that has regular wood siding on much of the second story. It has been patched in places but from the eye looks nice. It was painted most recently 8 - ...
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1answer
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How do I secure a steel rod inside a blind hole of a silumin part?
A part of my hacksaw responsible for keeping the blade tensioned broke apart.
One of the parts is a piece of silumin which has a blind hole 4 millimeters in diameter and about 15 millimeters deep. A ...
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2answers
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How do I seal a cracked pipe using epoxy putty?
So, I have a broken pipe exactly on the L join on the wall. It's a huge crack but no big gap, just a curved crack along the pipe.
At first I thought of replacing the pipe, but it means that I have to ...
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2answers
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How to level my front porch?
My front porch, which is concrete, is leaning to one side. How can I fix it? I had a contractor look at it and he wanted to pour another porch on top of it, but I read somewhere that the preferred ...
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2answers
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How can I cheaply refresh parquet in an apartment?
We've recently rented an apartment with seriously damaged parquet. Since the deal is "take it or leave it", we've decided to "mend" the parquet ourselves.
Dictionary :) Sorry for my bad english, I ...
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AC Unit Blow Warm Air Indoor But Colder Air Outdoor
I have two AC Units. One for upstairs and one for downstairs. The upstairs one works just fine but not the downstairs. So, i did a test by turning both units on and went outside to compare the two ...
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How can I repair this ceiling mounted cloth drying rack?
I have a cloth drying stand (or cloth drying rack) which is of ceiling mounted type. What happen was that one of the edge fall off and another edge was like hanging up there, waiting to fall off ...
