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Over the years, I've used a few methods for similar problems. Here are the ones that have lasted a long time (at least 20 years): Auto Body Filler: Can pre-color with solvent based coloring. Available in white. Easily painted. Deep repairs have to be built up in 1/4" layers. Expands and...

That's a very good plan! Opening the circuit breaker or turning off the disconnect would be ideal protection for the unit. The reason is that when the power is restored there is usually a voltage spike, then a dip as everyone's refrigerators, air conditioners, furnaces, lights, etc. come on...

There is so much imcorrect negative information about radiant barriers. If they did not work, NASA would not use them. You would not bake a potato in foil. Your can would not have it over the catalytic converter. Etc, Etc. Etc. From BVileBound: "Unfortunately, 'radiant barrier insulation' is...

I apologize that I don't have photos. Most in my house is covered by drywall or ceiling. Below is one shot of a wall in a bathroom at home that I did a month or so ago. Here is a link to many photos from others: DIY Project Gallery - AtticFoil™ Radiant Barrier - Do-It-Yourself Professional...

Is it possible to cut back to the center of the stud on the left and put a new wall piece from stud-to-stud? Or is the one on the left close enough to the edge so you can use construction adhesive & a few screws to attach a new 2 x 4 (or 2 x 3)? Just some thoughts that might help. Snoonyb...

MattinCA, It sounds like you really did a great job learning the project and getting quotes! I'll bet you will be happy with the project for years to come. Paul Such A Nice Luxury! Especially on a sleety winter day. In Detroit Edison (aka DTE Energy) territory, the contracted electrician...

Zannej, I stumbled on this web site while searching for something & thought of you: Entergy Solutions: A Louisiana program I explored a bit and saw lots of rebates & low priced energy saving stuff. If Entergy isn't your supplier, maybe yours has a similar program. Paul Quote: Power went out...

I forgot to mention, if you wish to install foil across the purlins or the girts you'd buy it in the width that suite the spacing. Forty-eight and 60" are common sizes. To speed installation, there are clips that can be pushed into the edge of the framing member with the foil captured under the...

That's a very nice step-by-step that LGolding wrote in #10. If you go with the mass insulation, skip the ones that come with an aluminum face. Same for aluminum coated foam & plywood boards. Testing may brands showed that they were not pure aluminum, thus the radiant performance was greatly...

Maybe it's worth considering a radiant barrier for insulation, especially since you live in a hot climate. It has provided us with amazing results both for comfort and energy cost savings. We used it extensively at work and in my home. We did extensive in-lab testing for both hot and cold...

The SEER number is the result of manufacturer's or outside agency's testing for efficiency. The SEER number is generally what will dictate whether or not you qualify for various rebates and income tax credits. You find the SEER on the yellow sticker that comes with the unit &/or in the...

I've seen what Afjes mentioned about the sealant on many, many ITE (Now Seimens) from the 1980's, but not the bolt-ons. It's very prominent if the panels are in a remotely damp location. A rep once told me what Afjes siad- The powder is the "protective" grease they use in the wire termination...

That's crummy about your local utility. They don't sound proactive at all about helping people save energy and use less carbon based fuel. Someone from our local electric supplier told me that utilities get funding from the federal government to offer customers incentives to save energy in the...

The 10 years on parts warranty sounds very good. Perhaps when the 1 year labor warranty expires, your local utility might offer a protection plan that is inexpensive. Sometimes a credit card with extended warranty coverage is useful for big-dollar purchases. In my post at #42, I forgot that...

I am happy your system is up and running! Oddly, a friend called me for help just the other day & it was the same thing- Connector on the reversing valve's solenoid coil. For the future, if system replacement is ever needed: I've only worked industrial and limited commercial for temperature...

"I'm wondering if it's a good idea to attach the bars to nothing but tile cemented to backing board." There are no worries to be had, Zepper. With most of the anchors suggested by the people here, nothing is pulling on the actual tile. They "Splat Out" and pull on the back of the wall board...

A company called "WingIts" makes a variety of grab bar anchors for when no studs exist. I've used some of their models for electrical disconnects, transfer switch, etc. mounting onto hollow walls in wash-down or explosion proof areas where penetrating the electrical device's enclosure was not...

If a homeowner obtains the permit, the electrician views the work and then the jurisdiction inspects the work; I'm not sure I see an ethical problem with that. It is like hiring a second inspection/opinion. I don't think I'd do this however. It's a bit too risky since I didn't do the work...

Your project is in a "Grey Area". It's sort of a repair, thus no licensed electrician is required. But, it is also an upgrade, where a permit will be required. In my locality, it would be classified as a repair. Safest Plan: You can obtain an inexpensive Homeowner's Permit in most...

A word of caution: Check each conductor for nicks when you strip it. I've seen many times when people accidentally nick the conductor and it breaks off later. The strippers with size holes or an adjustable stop help, but are not fool proof. When one sees Waygo connectors in the store or...