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Posted By admin on December 31, 2009
One of the most common problems encountered in the home and still one of the most misleading…”Change the tap washer” we are told…
Here is a secret ! 99% of the time a dripping tap has nothing to do with the washer which, because is it rubber, is as good as the day it was installed. The problem is normally the valve seat which the washer sits on when the tap is closed. The pressure of the water tries to force it under the washer and little by little it erodes the brass from which the seat is cast. Tiny little canals are formed in the seat which allows water to pass under the washer and out through the tap. This is very often caused by hard water and can quite often be eliminated in the future by visiting www.eddy.gb.com . We have detailed below the full procedure for changing a washer and re-grinding the seat. First, turn off the water and, if it an upstairs tap, open one of the taps downstairs to drain the pipes: The principle of “tap operation” is the same with most taps and the diagram below can be referred to for the names of various parts. (more…)
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Posted By admin on December 20, 2009
Just like your car, a house, regardless if you have aluminum, vinyl or another type of siding, should be washed from time to time. I usually do mine in the early spring once our rainy season is over, (living in Vancouver Canada, can lead to long rainy stretches with our mild weather) and often in the middle of summer, water restrictions are in effect.
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Posted By admin on December 20, 2009
Are you ready for a new bathroom floor? Perhaps your taste is willing to accept a new pattern or design to match recently painted or papered walls, but your wallet may be telling you to wait until the economy takes a turn for the better. If you have been successful in managing a few fixer-upper projects around your home in the past, you may be able to install new bathroom flooring for a fraction of the cost that you would have to pay professionals. All you need are a few simple guidelines and quality floor tile or linoleum.
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Posted By admin on December 20, 2009
A wet basement can quickly develop into a complete disaster. Many maintenance systems are installed in the basement. These systems generate moisture leading to potential water related problems. A periodic inspection will provide accurate indications for a water problem somewhere else in your home and can help preventing a much bigger damage.
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Posted By admin on December 20, 2009
Author: Michael J. McGroarty
Do you have one or more areas in your yard that hold water after a rainfall? This is a common problem, and sometimes difficult to solve. Over the years I’ve talked with dozens of people trying to battle this problem, and on several occasions I have been hired to solve the problem. So what can be done?
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Posted By admin on December 20, 2009
Author: Mark Mathis
Home Buyer and House Plan Terms and Definitions – When you start shopping for a new home, you may encounter some words and terms with which you are unfamiliar.
The following glossary will help you to be a better informed shopper.
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Posted By admin on December 20, 2009
Author: Carol Agee
A fireplace mantel can help you update the look of your room to match your style.
Ordering a fireplace mantel online is an excellent way to get a quality mantel at a competitive price in the style that best suits your room. When planning for a fireplace mantel it is important that you take accurate measurements as they will be the basis for crafting the mantel. Taking the correct measurements of your unique space can sometimes be a challenge. This article will help you understand the parts of your fireplace and know what to measure.
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Posted By admin on December 20, 2009
Author: Robert Clarke
Basement remodeling can add lots of extra living space to your home but beware; basement water leakage could put a real damper on your hopes if not properly corrected.
There are two conditions you must address for a dry basement, actual water leakage and condensation. Water leakage is a pretty obvious concern to homeowners but many are unaware of the problems that high humidity can cause to a finished basement.
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Posted By admin on December 20, 2009
Author: Robert Clarke
According to recent surveys, over 85% of all homes with basements will experience some form of wet basement problems in their lifetime. Installing a sump pump in the basement can be a great benefit, even if it’s only to keep the water from getting deep or to act as a floor drain.
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Posted By admin on December 20, 2009
Author: Diana Valo
Did you know that the indoor air is at least six times more contaminated than the outdoor air? Unfortunately, you cannot clean the outdoor air but what you can do is to improve the quality of the indoor air. The only device that could help you do this is an air purifier. It eliminates the indoor air from various contaminants, such as simple dust, volatile gases, pollen, pet dander and dust mites. More sophisticated air cleaning devices can even rid of dangerous bacteria and viruses leaving your house a healthy place to live at.
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