Recent content by MikeIsMad

Thanks for your help everyone. I'll wait a few days then use some expansion anchors. I know normal concrete takes a long time to cure, but this one is supposed to cure very quickly. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Rapid-Set-60-lb-Concrete-Mix-03010060/202187499

I'm not liking your advice at the moment. I just used a hammer drill and dig out a little, then pour in some quick setting concrete. I had planned on using some of these concrete after the concrete cures...

Yes that is true. Now I was already prepared to break out some concrete then pour new and bought this fast setting concrete. Do you think this would adhere to what is already there? I saw that twist and Set Flange but thought that was just for cast iron I'm not sure it would work in mine anyhow.

The problem with this larger flange is that I cannot fit it under the lip of the drain pipe. Shouldn't it be installed flush to the floor? The breakaway flange is nice since it can easily be installed under the lip and flush to the floor.

Ok, I'm going to go pick up one of these larger flanges, but I'm a bit concerned of the customer reviews stating that it must be modified to fit the toilet.

I'm not opposed to that idea, but will foam really hold down the flange?

I'm replacing a toilet flange in a concrete slab. Looks like I'll need to add some concrete to secure the new flange. Originally I thought I could just clean it out a bit then pour some concrete in the small area around the drain pipe. But I'm thinking that'sprobably not correct and I will need...

Strange. Well they lost a sale. Even the sales associate seemed annoyed they had stopped carrying them.

Water heaters in the attic?

Well, I'm in the middle of Phoenix AZ so definitely no snow, but of course some things just deteriorate in that heat. Originally there was a cheap light fixture there, I already added a box and secured it and hung a fan. I do have an electrician brother in law, hopefully one day he'll help me...

In case this is not a given, the beam on the very top, holding up the roof, are 2X6's. Also there is a 3.5 Ton AC unit on the roof. I was hoping to put at least a little plywood up there, to store some holiday boxes and maybe a little camping stuff. Is this a bad idea?

You are right about that. Perhaps you saw my original post on this site, just a small issue that has been resolved. http://www.houserepairtalk.com/showthread.php?t=22521 Also, I have found a few other concerns that I had planned on eventually posting about, but I'll go ahead and mention them...

Maybe these pics will help.

I see. I'll take another pic or 2.

I think I understand what you all are saying, but trying to understand the importance of this statement. Do I need this information for this application?