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Is this a load bearing column?
Awarded Oct 12 at 1:26
What is this square metal plate with a handle?
Awarded Sep 29 at 4:02
What kind of screw is this from a bar stool?
Awarded Sep 6 at 15:50
Are there ways to determine if a wall is load bearing?
Awarded Jul 20 at 4:09
Garage door suddenly really heavy, opener gives up
Awarded Jun 7 at 16:47
Are there safety concerns or code violations with my added outlet and bath fan?
Awarded Apr 21 at 16:05
What are the black pads stuck to the underside of a sink?
Awarded Mar 20 at 18:21
Plugging refrigerator only when necessary? (bottled beers)
Awarded Feb 17 at 4:46
Can I cut out a leak, in the middle of a stainless braided water line, and splice it back, under the kitchen sink?
Awarded Feb 3 at 15:35
Is it bad practice to regularly turn a circuit breaker off/on?
Awarded Dec 28, 2022 at 5:27
How can I heat my home further when circuit breakers are already tripping?
Awarded Nov 26, 2022 at 2:17
Is white wire with grey stripes positive or negative wire?
Awarded Nov 25, 2022 at 2:51
What is the technical term for the rings that protect holes for electrical through woodwork like cabinets?
Awarded Nov 2, 2022 at 22:25
Do GFI/GFCI outlets have a potential to damage Nespresso machines (and coffee machines?)
Awarded Oct 21, 2022 at 9:32
How to plug 2.5mm² stranded wires into a pushwire wago?
Awarded Oct 13, 2022 at 16:18
Where can I get a cover for a main supply?
Awarded Aug 17, 2022 at 18:35
Unused outlets get warm when others under load
Awarded Jul 27, 2022 at 19:50
What is this tool used for?
Awarded Jul 21, 2022 at 20:48
Why is my circuit breaker being tripped after removing a light switch?
Awarded Jul 11, 2022 at 23:41
Why not put pipe dope on female thread?
Awarded Jun 15, 2022 at 14:25
What benefit do plasterboard/drywall screws have?
Awarded Jun 10, 2022 at 14:43
How to open a door with no handle
Awarded May 28, 2022 at 9:55
Can you identify this tool that looks like a pyramidal rake with an integrated sliding plate to compress the tines?
Awarded Mar 31, 2022 at 13:51
What type of bulb is this?
Awarded Mar 29, 2022 at 13:35
How do I prevent the bolts in my snow blower rotor from breaking?
Awarded Feb 28, 2022 at 2:36
I found this white electronic device on my ceiling. What is it?
Awarded Feb 15, 2022 at 3:25
Suitable ladder for reaching stair well above corner stairs
Awarded Jan 30, 2022 at 15:35
How do I build an ice rink in my backyard?
Awarded Jan 13, 2022 at 14:27
Why is my house energy efficient only in winter?
Awarded Jan 11, 2022 at 23:41
Should a washer go on nut side, or the bolt side?
Awarded Dec 27, 2021 at 15:42
Should my neighbor run their AC refrigerant lines through my garage?
Awarded Dec 21, 2021 at 15:27
Can I increase breaker size to power a car charger and clothes dryer from the same circuit?
Awarded Dec 17, 2021 at 0:06
Why are we to leave a front-loader clothes washer open, but not the dishwasher?
Awarded Nov 22, 2021 at 2:25
How to remove wires from thermostat without screws
Awarded Nov 19, 2021 at 3:17
How to drill through wall without hitting boiler on the other side
Awarded Nov 9, 2021 at 16:27
What was a receptacle installed near my breaker box?
Awarded Oct 27, 2021 at 8:56
Do I really need to include a wall switched lighting outlet in every room?
Awarded Oct 19, 2021 at 7:22
Why is there only one receptacle in this outlet?
Awarded Oct 7, 2021 at 18:10
I want to build an all metal, self-designed building. Are metal frame and joists really that infeasible?
Awarded Aug 25, 2021 at 11:35
How do I hand saw in a straight line?
Awarded Aug 16, 2021 at 21:17
Is this correct? Welder suggests 15A outlet on 20A breaker, or 20A outlet on 30A breaker
Awarded Jul 14, 2021 at 15:42
Are mobile air conditioning systems an inherently flawed design?
Awarded Jun 17, 2021 at 17:58
I ran a nail through a wire at home, should I worry?
Awarded May 30, 2021 at 18:47
What's the best way to account for saw blade width (kerf) when cutting boards?
Awarded May 27, 2021 at 16:18
What is this cable in my yard, why is it exposed, and what can I do about it?
Awarded May 25, 2021 at 20:21
Why don't bookshelves come with wall mounting screws included?
Awarded May 23, 2021 at 22:26
How to make or find a wall plug cover for mismatched double plugs
Awarded May 17, 2021 at 14:27
Is abandoned sewage pit hazardous?
Awarded May 6, 2021 at 4:45
Are there LED lamps available for ovens?
Awarded Apr 17, 2021 at 5:29
Is there a benefit to having a switch control an outlet?
Awarded Apr 6, 2021 at 13:40
What are the guidelines for holes in joists?
Awarded Apr 2, 2021 at 20:58
How to remove very stuck stripped screws?
Awarded Mar 19, 2021 at 14:25
Can you identify this tool?
Awarded Mar 17, 2021 at 9:20
How to convince plumber that there is a gas leak?
Awarded Mar 4, 2021 at 7:13
Extension cord and power strip safety
Awarded Feb 26, 2021 at 0:40
How to keep screws in a hollow door
Awarded Feb 24, 2021 at 17:58
What are the dangers of operating a mini excavator?
Awarded Feb 10, 2021 at 1:11
How do I remove this wall plate with no visible screws?
Awarded Feb 5, 2021 at 19:16
What type of lightbulb is this?
Awarded Jan 26, 2021 at 16:40
How do I connect a 4 prong cord on my GE dryer which is currently connected with a 3 prong cord?
Awarded Jan 7, 2021 at 15:37
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