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• Posted in thread: replacing threasthold on 10-08-2008 at 09:43 AM
  I think you are talking about the sill needing to be replaced. You are right, Glenn. It is the
  sill I'm refering to.Thanks for both the replies.

• Posted in thread: replacing threasthold on 10-04-2008 at 09:09 PM
  is it possible to replace just the threashold on an entrance door? The door is newer (steel)
  than the 100 year-old house. Current T.H. is plastic and broken and I really don't want to
  replace the enti...

• Posted in thread: plastic over insulation? on 08-25-2007 at 11:00 AM
  Any benefit to putting up plastic over the insulation before hanging dry wall? Aside from time
  and minimal cost, any drawbacks?The insulation does have a moisture barrier, but someone told
  be that cov...

• Posted in thread: Wasp problem..any tips? on 08-25-2007 at 10:48 AM
  What kind of wasps are they? Some wasps, like paper wasps, are pretty passive and won't bother
  you. They are also considered beneficial insects and feed on insects that cause you more
  problems.

• Posted in thread: Unwanted cats on 08-25-2007 at 10:44 AM
  We are getting pissed but haven't told our neighbor yet.I have the same problem with the
  neighbor's cat(s). I tried talking to them about it, but they insisted their cats can't
  possibly stay inside al...

• Posted in thread: How do you winterize your garden? on 03-28-2007 at 10:39 PM
  Finally the snow is gone and the garden has been looked over a bit. The soil looks good and
  black and the earth worms look plentiful. 2007 will only be the 5th year that this spot has
  been gardened. I...

• Posted in thread: Garlic! on 03-28-2007 at 10:25 PM
  These are looking good! At least 90% of them are up, some only 1/2", some 4". All are green and
  healthy. Could be a good year for garlc! As for the '06 harvest, I think we are down to the
  last 3 or 4 ...

• Posted in thread: pros/cons for tankless water heater on 03-28-2007 at 10:13 PM
  Gas lines have to be a certain size, usually larger than existing. Proof that more fuel is
  consumed...

• Posted in thread: pros/cons for tankless water heater on 03-28-2007 at 10:11 PM
  shovelshort-- good tips, this would be going into the basement.Yes, a tax break is always good.
  I got a $360 tax credit(out of a possible $500) last week for the new windows and door.And
  lastly, I've ...

• Posted in thread: recaulking the tub on 01-30-2007 at 11:27 AM
  .I think whats happening here is as soon as some one steps into the tub it breaks the seal.I
  suppose that's a possibility...To much silicone can be a problem to so " how much gap was
  there?Maybe 1/16"...