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| What is the construction industry average square foot price for commercial metal stud framing? |
I was going to tell you to look it up in R.S. Means, But if your trying to bid a job you need to get real numbers from the area where the projects is. Call a framer/ rocker in the area. ... |
| How do I check a dual element fuse to see if it is open ? |
When a dual element fuse blows it takes out both elements. Sorry. If it checks good with the ohmmeter then the fuse is still good.
Your problem is elsewhere.
Miketyson26 ... |
| How do you stop a mattress foundation from creaking? |
I had this problem before and the only way to get rid of it is to buy a new box spring. The squeaking means it is time for a new one. If it is only 2 yrs. old it may be under warranty still. Check ... |
| How do I get rid of bees that are inside insulation? |
If you can't see the nest, it won't be easy. They make a spray that kills on contact from 25' away. If you can get the next exposed, you wait until night time and shoot the nest. ... |
| How do I find where the wood studs are located in a wall? |
You can purchase a stud-finder at Home Depot or Lowes, they are not expensive...Usually the studs are located 16" apart, start from the edge and measure 16" ... |
| I need to support a footing/foundation to excavate 30+ feet adjacent what is the best method? |
This is not the place to ask that sort of question.
Course there's always the comic relief factor to consider...
... and the fact very few can try this at home. *L* ... |
| Melted vinyl siding - how to find a match to use to patch? |
Most places will sell you the siding by the piece. However, even if you can get an exact match in the style, and 'grain'... the color has faded on your existing siding, making it almost ... |
| How do you tell the difference between a new crack and old crack in concreter around the pool? |
Aside from the crispness of the edges, I would look at its coloring. If its darker, its older, if its lighter, its new. Also, generally speaking, an older crack could be wider, wheras a newer crack... |
| How do I elicit good step flashing for my new roof? |
Step flashing looks like steps, it usually goes up the side of brick chimneys and other similar uses, not around pipes. Talk to a couple of roofers in your area and ask them what the best type of ... |
| What is the best way to heat up bath water if your tap water is not hot enough? |
use you coffie maker ... |
| I have a riding lawn mower that I can get it to start, but it won't stay running. What could it be? |
There are a couple of things this could be. The most obvious is that gas is not getting to the engine in the proper fashion. This could be water in the gas, or a bad filter or kinked hose and mor... |
| What products are suitable to help keep the water clear in a small swimming pool? |
You need a filter. Sorry, chemicals only go so far, you still have the suspended particles such as dust and the dirt and oils from the body. As sunlight hits the water, algae will grow on these p... |
| Any suggestions on easiest weedeater/weedwacker for a woman to use? |
A billygoat works well. ... |
| How much money would it cost to fix a hole in the wall? |
not much you can get a section of drywall for about $5. some patching plaster for about $5. and some patching tape (it looks like screen) For about $4.then a little paint About $ 5.Some sand paper ... |
| How can I flush diesel fuel out of a gasoline lawn mower engine? |
Yes you can do it! You didn't say if it's a push or a rider, either way it's simple! If you have a push mower first remove the air filter, tip the mower over (with a bucket under to ... |
| Is their any paint that you can get to cover wallpaper? |
Please take the paper off first, you wont regret it...however, it will take several coats of paint....you wont like the results---strip the wallpaper ... |
| How do i fix my washing machine when it is off balance? |
In MOST cases it's simply a matter of re-distributing the load.
If after doing this however, and the problem persists, it could be an indication of a faulty "off-balance" sensor t... |
| What is the best way to circulate air from a window air conditioner to multiple rooms in the house? |
Well, cold air falls and heat rises, so definately keep the fans on the floor. Place one fairly close to the air cond. on a chair and position toward the hall. Then put another one from the end of ... |
| Installed a wood stove in my house. Would like to wire the blower of my forced hot air to run fan only.Help? |
Sorry, but you can't do it easily. Those connections are for two different thermostats to turn on heat.
Is this an older oil furnace? That is the only place I see those designations these ... |
| How can I fix a crack in my driveway that leaks water into my house? |
I use Sikaflex 1-A
This stuff is great
Ive sealed inset hose bibbs, sealed trench drain, sealed gaps between a patio and a house, Ive even set ceramic tile with it on a hot tub.
Its a glazing ca... |
| Who do we call to help us light our pilot light on our gas fireplace? |
I am not aware of a fireplace has a pilot light. If you have a gas log, you only need to light it once and controlling the flame by turning it up or down.
I guess you may have a latest gas log,... |
| What is the best of way to get rid of the smell of dead mice/rats from the fridge after you scoop them out? |
Krisz has the right idea, but PLEASE don't mix bleach and ammonia. You will end up with chlorine gas which can kill you. Google "ammonia bleach mix" to get the idea. Scrub the are... |
| How do I remove automotive touch-up paint from my concrete driveway? |
It might sound weird, but try coke ... |
| Is the air exchange suppose to be open or closed when running window air conditioner? |
Keep closed for maximum cooling.
When it's open your letting some fresh air in, and of coarse more heat and humidity in.
A filter should always be in front of the cooling coils.
They can be... |
| What would you compare the Rockler woodworking and hardware to? |
Rockler is a very reputable company. As far as what to compare them to? You might want to check out these other companies:
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| How do you blow out and clear a drained water plug in the freezer? |
If you have an air compressor, use that. ... |
| How do i use an air compressor? |
If your air compressor has a service hose, that is the line that you hook your air tools onto, you need an attachment which will be able to inject the air into the boat. Either a tyre pump attachme... |
| How much cost and effort is involved in maintaining a swimming pool? |
If you have the time and inclination it is very cheap to maintain a pool, it needs cleaning and the chemical balance checked regularly, the power used is the most expense as the pump has to run at... |
| How do I repair the scratched surface of a toilet bowl? |
More than likely you did not scratch the bowl with a hanger. These are probably scuff marks that will come off with a pumice stone or cleanser. Turn off the water to the tank. Flush the toilet and ... |
| Were is the central air unit usually located in a newer manufactured home? |
There should be some kind of unit out side. In the case of a manufactured home, it could be that the whole unit is out side or it could be a split system.
If it is the whole unit it should be in t... |
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