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  1. digitalbum

    How much to demo and build a house?

    I built my house in Louisiana not that much time ago, and Gatte Construction estimated the total cost for my 1200 sqft house came to around $150,000. Consult with local builders or contractors to get accurate estimates in your area.
  2. digitalbum

    How much to demo and build a house?

    For the demo, you might be looking at a range of $5,000 to $15,000 for a 1000 sqft home, but this can fluctuate based on factors like asbestos removal or structural issues. As for building a new 1000 sqft house, again, it depends on various factors, including the style, materials, and finishes...
  3. digitalbum

    Scuba Defogger on Eye Protection Glasses/Goggles?

    Don't know if you clicked the link to the DeWalt goggles I'm using (here's a pic: ) So it's got vents on top and bottom. Really like 'em, Amazon bestseller wouldn't ya know but yeah, you think a respirator would prevent some fogging/condensation? I've seen some 3M ones for around 40$...
  4. digitalbum

    Scuba Defogger on Eye Protection Glasses/Goggles?

    Sorry if this is in the wrong place, though about painting, but....well anyway.... So I have a few ansi z87.1 rated eye protection glasses and one pair of DeWalt goggles...
  5. digitalbum

    What the Heck is this Fan Capacitor?

    Yes! thanks, but the maintenance dudes should be here today. I finally cracked. I just can't believe how difficult it has been to locate a manual or instructions for this thing online. I mean, this specific capacitor got 357 reviews on Amazon (4.7/5 stars) so I'd think there'd at least...
  6. digitalbum

    What the Heck is this Fan Capacitor?

    Yessir, that is something i recall reading. The 2nd Lead (ok, that's what it's called, I'm learning!) was indeed capped off by some other online dude. I think you're right. It was great. Lol. I did manage to consolidate all the snipped and pulled-out wires, so it would like a little...
  7. digitalbum

    What the Heck is this Fan Capacitor?

    I don't live in the past and do not accept this advice.
  8. digitalbum

    What the Heck is this Fan Capacitor?

    Need some serious help here (well, I'm not dying or anything, but my 3-speed ceiling fan is). Ok, so I have SCOURED the interwebs for what a capacitor is and the only thing I can come up with is that it somehow allows for a ceiling fan to have 3 speeds (or the model capacitor I bought). Or...
  9. digitalbum

    Dryer Vent Duct, 10 Miles Long

    Ha, yeah, I've never seen anything like that. So apparently some of the other units have holes out the side. It's not possible to make a hole behind the dryer and exit, because there's another unit. This is definitely not my problem and won't be getting it fixed, but just interested in...
  10. digitalbum

    Dryer Vent Duct, 10 Miles Long

    Ok, I'm not even going to DIY this with a 10 foot clown pole, BUT, I am curious as to a better solution. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDeFWUoqVIE&feature=youtu.be This duct runs up the back of the dryer UP into the attic, and UPPPPP to where you see it (my spidey senses are telling...
  11. digitalbum

    Big hole in the Wall-Fixable?

    Noted. Well, like I said, so long as it lasts for a while. That reminds me, I'm going to call my apartment office and check on that deposit.
  12. digitalbum

    Big hole in the Wall-Fixable?

    Sooooo, I did this a few weeks ago, not PERFECT but we'll see how the deposit check looks.....if there's one at all (hooooppefully not ADDED charges) I figure there's always plausible deniability. With a strong light (it's in the hallway) you can definitely see some edges. This is due...
  13. digitalbum

    Big hole in the Wall-Fixable?

    Hmmm, she didn't hit it directly but practically made me. I'll send her a bill. Yeah, this may be out of my element. I may try to contact a handyman. Where does one find such a man? I'll still check out the video and your instructions when I'm more caffeinated and feeling delusions of...
  14. digitalbum

    Big hole in the Wall-Fixable?

    I don't know how it got there. I recall a lot of whiskey, a woman, and a very sore hand the next day. Probably unrelated. Anyway, this is an apartment and I'm a bit of a retard when it comes to knowledge about this stuff, but am quite handy and good at figuring it out. Can this be fixed...
  15. digitalbum

    Steel Serving Tray? Remove paint/mylar coating?

    Haha, not a dime. I had everything except the acetone, and I accidently walked out of walmart with it in my shopping cart after I had paid for my other stuff and was waiting for my car battery. Am I admitting a crime? NOoooo, I'm definitely headed back there right now to pay for it. I...
  16. digitalbum

    Steel Serving Tray? Remove paint/mylar coating?

    Bud, I still think you're a great guy. I hope you've clubbed yourself a good woman. So I got some Acetone (sorry I've been capitalizing nouns since I learned some german). and I have some rubber gloves, well hell, I don't know what they are, my pop said they were for handling a corroded car...
  17. digitalbum

    Steel Serving Tray? Remove paint/mylar coating?

    Lol. Ok she's hot, my special V day lady. Best day ever. haha, so Acetone Pro, Paint thinner the second option? I don't have either so doesn't matter. Also, I have a putty knife, but it's for spackle and is plastic. Bad idea? I got an A in chemistry but I just memorized then forgot...
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