Recent content by Fiero2

My system is pretty old, 25 years or so old. I want to replace the outside unit and the one in the ceiling. The ductwork seems solid although need cleaning. One story home 1700sq ft, 14 vents. I was thinking about going with Lowes as I used them last time for complete siding on my house, They...

I have a Ryobi 18g braid nail gun. Looking to install a door stop trim piece to the door frame. Thanks James

I am getting new siding for my house Lowe's gave me a total of about 13,000 for the whole project. I was wondering is there a deposit I will need to put up (sure there is)? I have the funds available but I don't want to hand over the full amount until the job is complete. I forgot to ask this...

Thanks Villa, that was my first thought there is caulking covering it. Again this is an original set up when the house was built. So I have no clue on the manufacturer. I will look into it further and report back!

Hello, long time member here and long time since I posted anything here. Right now i am working on my old shower that have not been used in several years. Yes I have another shower I use:D. I remember there was a small leak from the handle not sure which one? I have removed the handle and now at...

Hi there, My final project will be new vinyl floors in both my kitchen laundry room. The reason I do not want to use the glue compound is b/c I might plan on changing the floor in a few years. With the hope that remove will be easy. I have seen a few videos on YouTube say that you can seal just...

The pump had crapped out and needed more space in my garage

I have a well water pipe attached to my home not exactly sure how deep it is although I do know it has not been used in over 20 years. The opening has been covered so nothing has got into the pipe. The pump was tossed out around the same time. Will I need to call in a company to prime the...

Hello, I am returning with a new problem, For starters my home and main panel box is about 32 years old there has been some breakers replaced and a few outlets replace in the last 2-3 years my plan is to replace them all. Last week I lost power in three rooms and the breaker inside the box...

Thanks Guys, the problem was misdiagnosed after a good look i found the packing nut was a little loose and the supply hose was leaking. I replaced the hose with quality ones so right now no more leaks! Jim

Both of my water shout off valves under the sink have developed a leak between the knobs and the valve body, and there is black stuff coming out of them when they are turned off/on. Which leads me to believe that the seals or valve itself is gone. The valves are sweat fitted to the pipes...

Some of the organal wood sheet siding is in need of replacement around my home. I understand the wood siding comes in 4x8 sheets and cost around $30. Seems simple enough to buy and replace. Although I not a home repair guy. Is the a good book available to take on such a job? Like what type of...

Hello again, From memory it was a tin flue, It basically a tin pipe that was run thorough a wood frame it was removed and capped off at the top. Here is a picture of the chimney in question.

Hello my name is James and I am a new member. MY trade is auto repair and up until about a month ago I was sacred to death of home repairs but am slowing making friends with the hammer!! :) Anyway, My chimney was repaired about 4 years ago but unfortunately has started to leak again. Since...