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Is this raised shingle near the dormer flashing an issue?

My wife noticed a raised shingle coming off the flashing of our upstairs dormer. I'm not very experienced with roof maintenance. My first reaction was that it wasn't a big deal and is probably still ...
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Nest thermostat E keeps running

I have a nest thermostat E for a year or so, but recently it feels like it keeps running for a a prolonged time when the vent is not venting hot air anymore, worth to mention is that, it DOES bring ...
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How can I test a stove burner switch?

How to test right front burner switch of JennAir JES9900BAS and switch is WPW10185286. I would like to have wiring diagram and instructions about how to test this switch. This is to make sure it is ...
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GE stackable Washer/Dryer Combo wont stop spinning

I have a GE stackable washer/Dryer Combo (GUD24ESSMWW). During the regular wash cycle, it continues until the drain and spin cycle and then it doesn't stop spinning until you hit the pause/stop ...
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Why is my refrigerator cooling to the point that contents freeze?

My fridge has been getting too cold and things in the fridge are freezing. The water dispenser won't work because the water is frozen in the lines. Sometimes fruits or drinks are frozen or slushy. I ...
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Angle iron vs rectangular tubing for utility trailer

I am preparing to build my own utility trailer. Is there a source for comparing angle iron strengths vs rectangular tubing? As I general rule, for the same size and thickness, tubing is stronger. A ...
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How to repair a chipped granite countertop

We've recently moved into a house and the previous owner was rough on the granite countertop around the kitchen sink: The edge: The corner: I've been advised that if I use epoxy it will yellow (the ...
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How do I remove light fixture mount?

I want to remove the box used to mount a light and replace with heavy duty mount. I disconnected the wired. I am not able to get the box out. How is mounted ? I tried twisting and pulling - did not ...
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Adding common wire to for smart thermostat

When I look at my thermostat there are 4 of 5 wires/ terminals used— red, yellow, green, white. There is a fifth wire (blue) unused. When I look at the furnace side the terminals are R,C, G, W1 and ...
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Can a partition be built with 440 x 210 x 50mm 3.6N blocks? and How?

Can a 2.5 metre to ceiling by 2 metre wide internal partition be built with 440 x 210 x 50mm 3.6N block? and How? It will be supported either side onto existing wall and above and below. How does one ...
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Caulking around top edge of counters

We had a new house built, within a month of taking ownership the caulking started cracking and the countertops look like they’re pulling away from the wall, as much as 3/8th of an inch! They are ...
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Sealing the base of a metal-sided building built on a slab

The store we own is old. The original building is 100+ years - but the problem we're facing today is a stick-frame metal-sided addition (lean-to, 3 sides attached to the original building). This large ...
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Too cold water from shower

The water in my shower is too cold no matter what I do. Hot water from the sink in the same bathroom is 110 degrees F, but the water from the show/tub maxes out at around 85F. This is a new ...
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nordyne hvac furnace will not fire up, tries 2-3 times, the grey resistors get real hot

nordyne furnace kept giving me communication code, replaced thermostat, ran fine for a week. get pressure switch codes so i replaced them. now it starts cycle and wont fire, if i leave the unit off ...
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Galanz mini fridge buzz

My new fridge has been making the worst buzzing. When I looked in the back, I saw cut wires and thought I'd ask 'what is wrong with this picture?!?' Any thoughts/ideas appreciated.
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Adding motion sensor to outdoor lights

I’m planning to add 2 motion sensors for flood lights and porch lights (to automatically turn lights from porch or driveway). Currently my flood lights connected to 3 may switch and porch to 2 way ...
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Help figuring out what coupler to use to connect water supply line to corny keg

I'm trying to connect this ball lock keg disconnect with an MFL fitting: https://www.williamsbrewing.com/Home-Brewing-Equipment/Kegging-Equipment/Ball-Lock-Keg-Connectors/CMB-Beer-Ball-Lock-Threaded ...
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No neutral at electric meter

I'm runing power to a barn. I'm getting the power from my electric meter that powers the whole property. I ran conduit underground from meter pole to to a breaker box I installed in the barn. I ran 3 ...
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Melted plastic junction box on my gas stove

Fireplace was working fine then not. Opened up front and found melted junction box. Could it just be a bad connection inside?
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designing a cross gable roof with a doorway

I am trying to attach a gable roof perpendicular to an existing one,but looking for some help in joining two perpendicular/cross gable roofs with a one door headroom. It is because the existing gable ...
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Whirlpool Dishwasher leaks from the air vent

My Whirlpool Dishwasher WDF520PADM7 (2019) has the a passive style air vent on the upper left corner of the door (passive means there is no solenoid or fan). Water leaks from air vent assembly through ...
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Wiring problems for new Wi-Fi thermostat

I am trying to install a RTH9585wF smart color thermostat for my family room heat and A/C. I ran a new C wire from my boiler to the thermostat yesterday and connected it to a 24 volt transformer on ...
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How can we find the source of a rain water leak?

We have converted a garage into living space and so replaced what was the garage door with a window. Every time we have rain driving against the outside wall it comes in somewhere and leaks down ...
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Ceiling fan wiring issues

I have a light that I was going to change to a ceiling fan with light. There seems to be a white and black coming in that is hot no matter what position I flip the switch. There's also a red, blue ...
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adhesive for vinyl plank stair treads and MDF risers

I'm redoing stairs with vinyl plank (EVP) treads (with build-in pad), and then 1/2" MDF covers for risers. What adhesive should I be using for the vinyl plank (with pad)? What about for the MDF ...
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Range hood with worrisome ventilation set up in Hong Kong

I just took a new apartment in Hong Kong where I didn't notice the way the stove ventilation was set up. The landlord used a discount department store contractor who installed the Siemens range hood ...
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Can I use epoxy paint over latex paint on a bathtub and shower walls?

The bathtub and shower surround is in a manufactured home and I am assuming that it is made of fiberglass. The previous owner painted the surfaces with regular latex paint. I know it will not hold up ...
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What if anything does blue tape mean on a wire for a smoke alarm circuit?

Is there a common meaning amongst electricians for blue electrical tape on a circuit that powers the smoke alarms in a house?
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Water stream does not start for first half of tap rotation

The water in my bath sink faucet starts flowing only when the faucet has been turned halfway by 45 degrees. I would imagine water to start flowing slowly right from the start. Please watch the 10 ...
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Why is the fan in my electric oven rubbing on the heating element?

A Lamona oven fan seems to be catching on the element - making a loud scraping noise. These is no gap at all between the fan and element- so no wonder it’s scraping. Can’t adjust the element position. ...
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Garbage Disposal Tailpiece - Do they make other sizes or solution to overcome size which is not quite right

I went to disconnect my old garbage disposal and I twisted a new one in place. The problem is when the tailpiece is attached to the new garbage disposal, the kitchen pipes are about 3/4" away ...
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Thermostat running past set temperature of heat

Heat keeps running after it reaches set temp. I have replaced the system with a new Honeywell (non-programmable) Thermostat. (I even tried that twice). Replaced the Fan Relay as well. Maintenance ...
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When framing stud walls against concrete basement foundation walls, can the frame make direct contact with the moisture barrier?

I am planning to frame a habitable space in my basement. The basement is poured concrete walls with an exterior DMX foundation wrap. There is also a vapor barrier installed under the slab. For the ...
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Any idea how to change this mixing valve cartridge?

When i move the tap left or right, back or forward the water does not change. I removed the grub and took the handle off and can see this cartridge. I am able to push it backwards and forwards but ...
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Hot water in shower and washer but not other faucets

I have no hot water in bathroom or kitchen sinks but hot water does go in shower and washing machine. My water heater appears okay and runs. I run "hot" water faucet in sink for a minute but ...
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How old is this Forest Air Vertical Mounted air conditioner?

I am looking at a Forest Air Vertical Air Conditioner Model Number 13 - 04596 Serial Number: VK008 000A99 MQA2ESB 0025 BATCH NUMBER: K QA 2E. Would anyone be able to tell me when this was ...
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Are Vinyl floorings designed for High traffic best on Basement concrete?

Have to install Vinyl flooring on my concrete basement. my basement flooring is not 100% flat. I see a lots of 1/8" low spots and some places have 1/4" low spot within 10 feet. I have to ...
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Outdoor direct vent tankless water heater (low nox) on exterior wall under overhang?

I have an exterior tankless heater that is one of the high-efficiency/low nox type, it has a direct vent (pretty small, actually) just sitting on the top grill. This is mounted outdoors, but is it ...
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How to remove Samsung refrigerator touch screen?

I have a Samsung french door refrigerator (RF28K9380SG). It is displaying a PC Ch error. I'd like to remove the touch screen to check that the connections are good, and possibly replace it. Does ...
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Concerned about how shower liner was installed

My contractor installed shower liner, he will be adding corner dams, so I am sure if I should be concerned about how he handled outside corners. In right one he cut piece of the lining instead of ...
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Can I use a primer on drywall before taping and texturing, and does it need to be oil based?

We are remodeling and have exposed original drywall that was paneled over. The drywall has not been taped or textured, but eventually will be during the remodel. I don't know if it's because it was ...
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What size breaker will I need for my workshop subpanel, wire, and electrical conduit to feed it through?

Adding a subpanel to my workshop, it's less than 20' away, it's for 2 (240V Plugs), 5(120 V Plugs), and a couple of LED fixtures, nothing more.
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Does this sound like a bad bearing on the blower fan? (burner of oil-powered boiler)

There are a number posts about whining sounds, but it's hard to know if the posters are talking about the same kind of sound I'm hearing. It's coming from the burner of our oil-powered boiler but I ...
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Replacing outlet with GFCI where tab broke on existing outlet

Looking to add GF coverage under kitchen sink where the two outlets are for the dishwasher (also hot water dispenser) and the disposal (only thing plugged into that outlet). 2 gang box. 2 20 amp ...
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Closet partial wall removal

Removing a partial wall in my bedroom, this room is against the side of the house and the wall is perpendicular to my houses Joists but isn't anywhere near the center of my home. The partial wall use ...
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Started seeing these bugs in patio door slide

Started seeing these in my patio door frame, any idea what these are? Location: NJ
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Replacing cedar shake siding and adding insulation

I have old cedar shake siding on a portion of my home, built in the 1950s, and am planning to replace it with a cement siding. Underneath the cedar are nailers, then the open cavity of the wall. In ...
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I replaced the cylinder on my Honeywell HM750 but the 'replace cylinder' light is still on

This is regarding a Honeywell HM750 Humidifier, I installed a couple of years ago. I just replaced the cylinder for the first time. Followed the instructions to the letter, and I checked the ...
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Is it common practice to use brackets just on the wall to install a fixed shower glass panel?

This morning they took the measurement for the glass panels that I need for my shower, they will be 78x32 and 78x36. The guy who took the measurements wanted just two brackets on the wall for each ...
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Circuits/breakers for new one bedroom suite - CEC

Anyone care to review and comment on my proposed electrical circuits for a new detached suite I am building. 125 amp main. 600 sq ft. Standard 2 pole: 50 amp stove 30 amp water heater 20 amp heat ...
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