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I'd first check for leaks. Even a tiny crack can let a lot of cold air in over time. Caulking would be the proper solution, but since you're renting, foam weatherstripping tape may be a quicker/cheaper solution.
Next, if the window is single-paned or otherwise just poor quality, the cold could be coming straight through the glass. (This is probably more ...
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Sounds like there is something wrong with the plumbing in the shower wall or more than likely the shower valve or stem system. If you are renting this isn't your responsibility. Not sure of your state's laws but if there is an issue like this in most states you can give the owner 2 notices and a reasonable amount of time and they have to pay for your ...
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The temperature probe is internal to the dial mechanism.
Due to longer lag times of steam systems vs forced air systems, many steam thermostats have an anticipator setting which compensates by shutting the system off "in anticipation" of its reaching the correct temperature soon. Research your thermostat brand online for this possibility.
Your real ...
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Shower valves normally have a mechanism for adjusting the maximum water temperature under the handle. You'll have to consult the shower valve's manual for specifics. If you don't have the manual, here's a picture of a typical shower valve. The red part of the valve is the temperature safety. It is located under the shower handle and you rotate it to ...
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Is this a cfl or tube fluorescent bulb? And to be honest i have never heard of this. I do know some older t12 bulbs with magnetic ballasts fail to operate at low temperatures roughly 32 degrees F. They should work better at warmer temperatures. I know with newer t12 bulbs that have electronic ballasts operate at lower temperatures than magnetic ballasts as ...
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I'm in Canada and the best LED lights I found were Right White LED's. The company website is down and I can no longer find them....good thing I stocked up on them back in 2010. They only come in mini but they look exactly like the traditional lights. I actually put up some of these lights with old traditional lights I have o the same tree and no one can ...
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If you have forced air, running just the blower fan to recirculate the air may help. Most thermostats have a way to manually set the fan to "auto" or "on", and you can also get thermostats where you can program the fan to come on at regular intervals.
Beyond that, there are changes you can make with varying levels of difficulty and cost:
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