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| I have an indoor fireplace, can I open it up from the outside and have a functional indoor/outdoor fireplace? |
Most construction/remodeling type companies offer free estimates (especially now with the housing market in decline) so I would call a few. Have them out and explain what you want. See if they sa... |
| Strawberry plants that are in a bag, do I bring them in at winter time? |
You can take them inside, but put them by the window or like the other answer, you can keep them outside. You can cover them, so they will not die or put a heavy mulch on top and the roots will de... |
| Can you operate an air conditioner on its side? |
Absolutely not! The compressor must remain upright as oil used as a lubricant will make it's way into the compression chamber and either create excessive head pressure which will prevent the u... |
| How do i deal with a bumlebee in my home? |
Hit it with a paper and you will make it mad and it will sting you. Leave the window open and close the door. It will find its way out. ... |
| How do I protect my executive desk top from scratches? |
If you do not wish to spend the money on glass, which is the best answer, go to Home Depot and get a 1/4" sheet of lexan. It is a very hard, clear plastic. This is the plastic they use in hock... |
| Has anyone seen a place to get curved railing for a circular porch? |
Try looking at Flex Trim, they sell moulding that is curved, as well as railings. ... |
| Where can I find the pumps for the old rain lamps? |
If you still have the pump, check and see if the tubing is ok.
Thats what wears out the most, because it is constantly being worn against, as the "pump" is going.
(I took one apar... |
| How do I price items for a garage sale? |
Typical rule of thumb; customers at garage sales will pay ten cents on the dollar; so if you bought something for $10, asking $1 would be about right.
If you don't want to go through the ha... |
| What's the best and cheapest way to resurface a concrete patio? |
With lots of hard work.
I would think you could clean it well let it dry and then frame it and pour cement... ... |
| What do you do when you find termites in cord wood? |
get some 20 mule team borax (the stuff granny used in the wash) and dust it on every two or three layers. itll kill the buggers and when yiou burn the wood it wont give off any toxic fumes.
hop... |
| Can I get rid of the roaches in my apartment or is it a lost cause? |
Your neighbors are probably lying. Roaches don't usually hang out that far from ground level unless there's a regular food source. If you get a cat, it will chase them back into the neigh... |
| How long would it take a mouse to die that is trapped on a glue trap? |
Certainly I empathize with having mouse infestation, but please also have some compassion that it is a living creature. If they must be erradicated use fast acting, baited snap traps.
Poisons c... |
| How do you know if you can add another gas appliance in your house? |
yes you can add a gas range to your kitchen. no need to call PG&E. i would suggest you hire someone to do this only if the gase pipes are not their range. labor would be about 40-60 an hr de... |
| How much does it cost to remove a tree? |
125 the most ... |
| What do you do to avoid getting shocked? |
I live in the desert at a high-altitude (about 6500 feet). Although it has not solved all of our problems, a humidifier has helped a lot. Since we couldn't afford a whole house system, we us... |
| How can I eliminate the static electricity in my house? |
Get a humidifier. That will help tremedously. I had one installed right on my duct work of my forced air furnace. It's great. An average of 325.00. If you really can't afford that buy a p... |
| Can you keep a chest freezer in an outbuilding? |
I've got a freezer in my garage and it works OK ... |
| How can I eliminate the wood smell from my dresser? |
Someone else mentioned charcoal. I found the perfect product for this that I've used for years and know dozens of other people that use it. It is a product called FRIDGE IT carbon odor absorbe... |
| What do you do to prevent smelly garbage cans? |
I put arm and hammer carpet fresh in the bottom of the can with each new bag and i sprinkle some in the bottom of the bag ... |
| Anyone have an idea on how to get rid of a skunk in your yard without killing it? |
Skunk Repellents
"If a skunk is found under a building, encourage it to leave by placing generous amounts of mothballs in cloth bags, or ammonia-soaked cloths under the building. Attach the... |
| What types of plants are good for a small Terrarium? |
at the web site below you can look up your african violet and then click on more like this and get a list of all the plants that groe under the same conditions and they have great pix and info ... |
| How do I get rid of nats on my indoor plants? |
gnats and other insects are repelled by basil go to the store get some fresh chop it up and put it in the pots with your plants as well as any other problem areas in your home ... |
| When pouring candles, why does the center of the candle sink in as the wax cools? |
I'm sure there is a complicated explaination that involves molecular cohesion and such, but I solve the problem by saving some of the wax and doing a second pour to fill the dip. ... |
| How do I get rid of an active wasp nest about 20ft up at the peak of my eaves without getting stung? |
Dip a rag in motor oil and tie it to the end of a stick. Light it on fire and let the smoke drift up into the nest. This will kind of put them into a stupor.
Then spray them with wasp spray. The... |
| About how long does it take oranges to grow on a tree? |
you'll be very lucky, if you're in the uk, to see any edible fruits unless global warming continues. They need about 5 - 6 months of constant heat and sun. ... |
| What can be used to hide septic tank pipes showing in the lawn? |
I ACTUALLY SPRAY PAINTED MINE A GREEN COLOR TO MATCH MY GRASS, THEY DON'T SHOW AS MUCH, AND HONESTLY, THEY DON'T LOOK BAD-IT TURNED OUT TO BE A GOOD IDEA-MY NEIGHBORS DID IT TOO! ... |
| Why is it that when you flush a toilet, a shower will get hot? |
The reason lies with the water pressure in the house and the water supply piping. When you flush a toilet or open a cold water tap (i.e. on the sink or bathtub) cold water is diverted away from th... |
| Our house keeper forgets to flush the toilet what should I do? |
learn how to say:
"Bajale a el bano porfavor"
lol ... |
| What is a good brand of shower enclosure? |
Showerlux and Matki are both good quality with lots of models. I have worked with both.
... |
| What do you use to control odor and keep the inside of your house fresh-smelling? |
I live with chidren and pets.
This is our routine.
I have one of those window fans that will either blow on exhaust, or fresh air. I turn it to exhaust during the day, and to fresh air at nig... |
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