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Stopping Squirrels from Chewing on a House?
I would buy a have a hart trap to trap the critters and then take them at least 10 miles away and release them. I had squirrels getting inside my garage and eating the wood in one location to get outside. I bought the trap at a hardware store for about $30...

 

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Restricted Water Flow In Washing Machine?
The water for my washer also comes from a well. I found the cold water strainer in the hose that runs from the the inlet valve as well as the strainer in the hose that attaches to the washer gets clogged with slit. I would clean the stainer every month or so...

 

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Getting a Loan Modification?
PIKKA gave you some good advise. If you want a loan modified go to the company that gave you the loan in the first place not a third party. Loan Modifications What is a Loan Modification? By Justin Pritchard, About.com See More About:loan modificationforeclosurescredit...

 

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Painting Roof to Reflect Sun?
Forget painting your roof. It wouldnt last. Any decent exterior latex paint can be used on the asbestos shingles. I really doubt that paint will stick well to the asphalt shingles, but then, you have little to loose...at worst, you can shingle over the existing...

 

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Hanging Curtains Without Damaging Walls?
I would use the 3M product because it will come off the wall with out leaving any marks. Just follow directions. The velcro adhesive will gouge the wall when you want to remove it.

 

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Brown Bugs Eating My Flowers?
It could be a japanese beetle. go to this link for a picture of one. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_beetle

 

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Buying An Efficient HVAC System?
I think I would get a list of HVAC companies from the phone book and visit each one and give them the information you are looking for and ask for a bid on the job. I would also ask for some references of the home installations they have done so you can contact...

 

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Is There a Tax Deduction for Buying a Used Car?
The good news is that with the state sales tax deduction, you can count amounts you paid last year on retail purchases to possibly help cut your 2007 tax bill. Theres some bad news, though. When this year began, this popular tax break expired, so its up to...

 

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Brown Papering a Vinyl Floor Before Faux Painting?
Before I would try this on my floor and maybe run into problems, I would buy several pieces of vinyl and test out your theory. If it doesnt work you didnt ruin your own floor.

 

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Blue Cross Vs. Medicare?
At 65 you are enrolled in Medicare. A few months before you turn 65 the government will send you a mailing. Plan A is mandatory. Plan B is optional. Plan A pays a portion of the hospital and Plan B pays a portion of the doctors bills. Some folks decline the...

 

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Blue Cross Vs. Medicare?
You do NOT apply for medicare. Medicare will send you a mailing with the medic care cards about 3 months before you are 65. With the mailing you will have the option of declining part B. You usually dont have to pay for part A but have to pay for part B. In...

 

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Burning Coal in Wood Stove?
Well, I cant help with the grate but I had a coal burning stove as a supplement to my regular heat source. It would burn about 50 pounds of pea coal a day at that time $5 per bag. It worked ok. I would have to clean out the ash draw once a day and store the...

 

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Problems with USPS Mail Delivery?
First I would go and talk with the postmaster general that may or may not be located in your town. and find out the policy on delivering mail to both a postal box and and street address. I believe if you have both of these addresses in the same town they will...

 

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Triple Aneurysm Stent?
Go to VascularWeb: Endovascular Stent Graft which I located on google by typing in What does an aneurysm stent look like. There you can read and see some pics.

 

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Using a Water Pic?
I have a Waterpik from Wal Mart. I use it every along with floss. When I go for a yearly cleaning the hygienist has eo spend very little time cleaning my teeth. I also do not smoke so that helps a lot in keeping my teeth tartar free. Wouldnt be with out a waterpic...

 

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Reporting Contest Winnings to IRS?
Why dont you get the information you are looking for straight from the horses mouth. Visit,call or go on line to the Internal Revenue Service and ask them. You will get a legal answer. The phone number and adress is in the phone book. You can get the web page...

 

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Using Green Plastic Produce Bags?
Consumer Report tested the green bags a few months ago. From there testing the results were forget about the green bags. Regular bags worked better than green bags except for bananas,they appeared to stay fresh longer.

 

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Using Green Plastic Produce Bags?
Debbie Meyer Green Bags: Does it Work? By: Lauren Keith The Debbie Meyer Green Bags are one of the most highly requested items Ive received from Heartland News viewers this year. The specially-designed bags promise to keep produce fresh for up to 30 days. If...

 

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Is Joan Kennedy Alive?
Yes she is still alive. If you google joan kennedy you will get a history of her problems.

 

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New Fuel Pump Car Still Stalls?
Every car has a fuel filter that needs to be changed every so often. It may be that your fuel filter is clogged. It is an inexpensive repair and any service station or your mechanic can do it easily.

 

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Is Joan Kennedy Alive?
If you watched the people going in to the church in Boston to attend Kennedys service on TV you would have seen Joan Kennedy. The announcers pointed her out and during the service one could see her sitting a few rows behind Vickie on the isle when the TV camera...

 

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Installing Baseboard Heaters?
I think I would call or visit an electrican and ask them. I doubt they would charge you anything for asking a question. In my house my circuit breaker is at least 40 amps for my electric heat.

 

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Repairing A Cracked Plastic Tub?
You could try a epoxy adhesive. They are water proof. The best are two part adhesives. They are available at Home Depot and Lowes. You will find them in the paint section. read and follow directions.

 

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Keeping Light Bulbs From Vibrating Loose?
Do NOT wrap anything around the threads of the bulb. It could act as an insulator and the bulb will not light but a worse problem is you could start a fire.

 

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Charging Roommates to Use My Washer and Dryer?
Well you couls go to Nelson and Small, located in Portland Me. and buy a new washer dryer with the coin boxes attached. if that is too expensive then why not go to a laundromat in your town and ask the owner how much it costs to wash and dry one load of laundry...

 

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Eliminating Water Hammer?
Go to google and type in how to eliminate water hammer a lot of hits will come up that should be of help to rid you of water hammer.

 

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Installing Alternative Energy Sources?
I have done neither but one can not install a wind generator in my town. The town council is working to have some rules in effect for wind generators. So far they have proposed for a home owner to install a wind generator the home owner has to have a min of...

 

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Latex Paint Over Oil Based Primer?
I have done it but if you are still unsure why not call your local paint store and ask the experts.

 

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Sealing a Painted Deck?
When you painted the deck it needs to be sealed. However you should not use paint on a deck as it will peel in short order. Then you will have a job getting the off paint off and repaint. A semi transparent stain is what I use on my deck. Last about 4 years...

 

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Sealing a Painted Deck?
Well your deck is covered so spar varnish may work. I tried spar varnish on a door exposed to the weather and it only lasted a couple of years before I had to sand the door and paint with a stain. I would use a semi transparent stain that I have used on my...

 

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Buying a House in Foreclosure?
I think I would consult with a attorney that specalizies in foreclosures. One thing to be aware of is foreclosed homes usually have back taxes that are owed. So if your daughter closes on a foreclosure house there may be alot of back taxes that have to be paid...

 

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New Jersey State Bird?
Eastern goldfinch

 

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Refinishing Furniture?
Use a water based chemical stripper available in the paint section of hardware and big box stores. Wear eye protection and gloves. Stripper will work in less than five minutes,scrape material off with a paint scrapper. Read the directions before using.

 

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Oil Blowing Out of Dipstick Tube?
There is oil pressure inside of the engine. Do you recall the old days when every car had a oil pressure gauge on the dash board? Nowadays, a light comes on when the oil pressure is low. So if the oil dip stick is not secure the pressure of the oil in the engine...

 

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Getting Rid of Squirrels?
Well, you dont say where they are a problem. In the house or in the yard or some other place. If you cant hire an exterminator then buy a havahart trap. Set it with nuts or some other item squirrels like. When they get caught in the trap take them about 10...

 

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Collecting Social Security Benefits?
You can go to the social security web page at www.ssa.gov. or to google.com and type in social security and under the first list that comes up click on retirement. It will give you all kinds of information. You can retire at 62 but you wont get the full amount...

 

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Repairing a Hole in a Garden Hose?
You can buy at the hardware store for a couple of bucks a plastic part. You cut the hose in half where the leak is and insert the plastic piece in to each end of the hose and the screw them together. I forget what they are called but have used them on my hoses...

 

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Disinfecting Hands Without Soap?
You can buy Antimicrobial hand rinses. There are many brands available. Wal Mart sells one called Germ X for about 3 or 4 dollars. Most all use Ethyl alcohol as the main ingredient. The Wal Mart product has 63% Ethyl alcohol and claims to kill 99.99% of germs...

 

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Washing Dishes with a Chamois?
You can wash dishes with what ever you want, however, chamois cloth is better known as a product to remove water from car after washing without leaving streaks.

 

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Rabbits Eating Flowers and Plants?
To protect the bulbs I have planted from the critters in my area I went to the hardware store and bought some chicken wire. I laid it over the flower bed and put some heavy rocks on the wire border. The squirrels, chipmunks and other critters cant chew through...

 

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Winterizing a Screened Porch?
Really need more information. Are you looking just to remove the screens and replace them with something to block the elements or are you planning to turn the porch into living space for the winter. Not practical to try to winterize a porch and leave screens...

 

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Who Makes Autozone Oil?
I dont know but have you looked on the back near the bottom for information as to who packaged the product.For example, on the back of a Carquest quart of their oil it states the oil is packaged by Ashland Co. of Covington Ky. They also make the valoline line...

 

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Key Symbol Displayed on Bosch Exxcel 1600?
If you have the owners manual it usually have a section in the manual explaining what the codes mean. If you dont have the manual you could contract the Bosch customer service dept. Or, contact one of Boschs suppliers.Or, try www.justanswer.com

 

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Emerson Microwave Stopped Working?
I googled Emerson electronics and came up with the following. I also came across some pages that customers of emerson products thought they were junk. You could also take the microwave to a electronic repair shop and get another opinion. You should be able...

 

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Fixing Squeaky Stairs?
This will work on squeaky stairs as well as floors. For floors covered by wall-to-wall carpeting, a kit called Squeeeeek No More ($19.95 at squeaknomore.com) allows screws to be used without removing the carpet. The kit, sold by OBerry Enterprises, a tool company...

 

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Planting Trees and Shrubs Near a Septic System?
Well, I live in the north and also have a septic system. My property has bushes and old pine trees abutting the septic system but not planted on the septic area its self with no problems for the 26 years I have been here. There is no need for any additives...

 

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Hiding Electrical Cord Clutter?
Well, one thought is to use foam insulation tubes that are used to cover water pipes in the home. They are black, have different inside diameters such as 1/2 inch, 3/4 inch and 1 inch. are about 5 or 6 feet long and can be cut with scissors. They also are split...

 

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Husqvarna Tractor Won't Start?
Sometimes the same thing happens with my riding mower when the battery is charged. So I invested in a small battery charger for $50. When ever I try to start the mower and I get a clicking sound I hook up the battery to the charger but it on full charge and...

 

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Looking for Counter-Gloss?
I went to google.com and typed in counter gloss. I found it is for sale at amazon.con for $5.55 per can and at hardwareworld.com. Type in counter gloss in their seach box. They sell the same product for 5.18. The product is made by TR industries. You can also...

 

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Remote Garage Door Opener Not Working?
First I would look in the owners manual. They usually have information how to program the remote. In my case, I my doors are from the Overhead Door Co. The manual for programing the remote states. 1. Locate learn code button and learn indicator on the power...

 

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Using Bleach in a Humidifier?
Bleach is an irritant. The fumes are unpleasant and can pose a health hazard. Undiluted, bleach is corrosive and will damage many surfaces such as skin and fabrics. So I would not do it.

 

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Getting Rid of Warts?
You may recall a few years ago it was reported in the media that using duct tape on a wart for 2 weeks would remove the wart. Why not try it and report the results on thriftyfun.

 

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Caring for a Burning Bush Plant?
I spread some mulch under my buring bushes a few years ago. Other than that I leave mine alone. Right now they are a brillant red.

 

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Removing a Stain on Corian?
I went to google and typed in how to clean corian. Several sites came up. One was just one word. Corian Click on that link and it will give you information you are seaching for. There are other sites as well.

 

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What is Cake Flour?
It doesnt take a rocket scientist to figure out that cake flour is good for cake, and bread flour is good forwait for itBread! But why, and why do some all purpose flours seem to make great bread, and others turn out disappointing loaves, and what the heck...

 

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Finding a Cube Root Without a Calculator?
Go to google.com and type in how to find cube roots. You will find many sites to explain how to get a cube root. Not easy.

 

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Getting Rid of Bats in the Attic?
You could hire an exterminator. but if you choose to do it your self you have to find where the bats are entering and leaving your house. Bats come out at dusk. Once you have found their avenue of entrance and exit, the next step is in the evening when the...

 

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Online Game Sites?
I dont know what is wrong with your computer but I go to pogo.com and the games open up. I think you have to download Java.com for the games to be loaded on to your computer. java is free and takes a minute or two.

 

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Reusing Motor Oil?
Not the way to go. If you burn oil soaked newspaper you will get a huge amount of smoke. In that used oil are small amounts of heavy metal from the engine. Not good for the lungs. There are furnaces that do burn used oil. In my town the public works garage...

 

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Storing Window Blind Cords?
This what I did. I bought some Command hooks made by 3M Co. available at Wall Mart, Home Depot Target and hardware stores. They come in various configurations. The are adhesive back but when you want to remove them they come off very easy and leave no residue...

 

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Gnats or Bedbugs?
Bed bugs live in and around beds. The feed on blood. You would have red welts on your body where they have fed. They are hard to find and eradicate. You have something else in your bathroom.

 

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Kitten Trying to Nurse on Older Cat?
It is the natual instinct of a kitten to nurse on an older female cat. Why try to stop it. The older cat will or the kitten will stop in time.

 

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Could This Be a Piano Stool?
Piano stools come as you describe yours and also rectangular. Go to google and type in piano stool a lot of sites will come up that have pics of piano stools. A few are round.

 

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Removing Labels from Plastic?
The way I remove labels is to apply oil,I use olive oil, to the label and let it soak. The oil will soften the label so you can peel it off. Also the oil doesnt harm the substrate.

 

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Cleaning Leather Car Interior?
3M Co. makes a product for cleaning leather interiors. Should be available at automotive stores. Possibly Target or Walmart.

 

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Painting Plastic Trim on Steel Door?
I just put up new garage steel doors with plastic trim. I followed the directions the garage door people gave me. First wash the plastic with soap and water and let dry. Then,and I used a spray can, of primer made for plastic. When dry paint with water based...

 

Updating Master Bedroom with Built In Cabinet?
The cabinet would be fastened to the studs in the wall with long screws. You would have to hunt to find where the screws are. The only damage to the wall would be rhe screw holes and maybe a different color behind the cabinet. Should not be a big deal to remove...

 

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Pergo Floor Squeaks?
Here is one answer from a handyman. There is a bit of space under the Pergo on an uneven floor, and the Pergo is moving a bit when you walk on it. Have the installers come back and insert thin paper or cardboard to prevent the flexing. If the wood floor is...

 

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Painting Bathroom Faucets?
One thought is to take them to a body shop and ask if they could paint them. Body shops paint cars all the time and I know of several who have painted kitchen appliances and other items. I dont think the cost would be prohibitive.

 

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No Power After Replacing Receptacle on GFCI Circuit?
Sounds like my house. My kitchen,bath,garage and outside plugs are all GFI. When I use the outdoor plugs there is no power to some of the other gfi plugs. When this happens I have to go to each plug and press the little reset button. Then everything is fine...

 

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Avoiding Charity Fraud?
I refuse to give to any charity that askd me for money. I explain that I have my own charities that I contribute to and I am not asking you to contribute to my charities. I have 6 charities I contribute to every year.

 

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Do Pantyhose Have a Shelf Life?
Yes, it does but check with the manufacturer to be sure. My lady puts her new panty hose in the freezer for a few days before she opens the box. Claims the panty hose lasts longer and fewer runs. I dont know if it works or not.

 

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Cleaning a Linoleum Floor?
You could go to a big box store and buy floor polish products made to clean dull vinyl floors. Armstrong is one brand that is applied with a spongemop. Cost is about $12 bucks.

 

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Restoring Shine to Laminated Hardwood Flooring?
Vinyl and wood floors lose their luster over time. You can go to a big box store and buy no-wax products for restoring luster. Bruces Fresh Finish is one brand. Read the directions. Some of these products will not work over a wax surface. (If water is left...

 

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Low Suds Dishwashing Detergent?
Ones that have HE marked on the front of the label. HE means high efficiency.

 

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Insurance Coverage for Older Car?
I would contact your insurance agent with your concerns. I think they would have the best answers for your minimal coverage. For example on a car that old do you need fire and thief?

 

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Air Conditioner on 15 Amp Circuit Dims Lights?
You dont say how many btus your air conditioners are. I dont think you need to up grade to 200 service if you have 100 amp service. Service is either 100 or 200 amp for homes. The air conditioner label or if you have the user manual should list the voltage...

 

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Determining the Best Price on Toilet Paper?
I would divide the number of sheets into the cost per roll to give you the cost per sheet. However,be aware that the sheet size may vary from one manufacture to another. I have seen some toilet paper rolls 3 inches wide. 4 inches is the standard. Also some...

 

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Hartz Tooth Scrubber?
Go to www.hartz.com. click on dogs then products then health and wellness. you can buy it on line for $9.99.

 

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How Fire Alarms Work?
Its not the smell that sets off a smoke detector but the smoke. All smoke detectors consist of two basic parts: a sensor to sense the smoke and a very loud electronic horn to wake people up. Smoke detectors can run off of a 9-volt battery or 120-volt house...

 

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Installing Aluminum Eaves in Cold Weather?
Like all metal it contracts in cold weather and expands in hot weather.

 

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Printing a Degrees Symbol?
If nothing works maybe it would be easier to just type out the word degrees.

 

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Repairing a Split in Wood Before Staining?
You could try it by mixing up some saw dust and glue and staining it before you apply it to the crack to see if it will take the stain. At home Depot, and I am sure at Lowes as well, there is a product sold in the paint dept that is a two part wood filler. One...

 

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Bees in House Siding and Coming Down Chimney?
I have a friend who had the same problem. He took off the siding in the areas the bees were nesting. Got rid of the bees and resided those areas. As I was in a hurry and only asked why he was removing siding I dont know if he had a professional come in and...

 

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Vinyl Flooring On Hardwood Flooring?
I removed vynyl linoleum from a plywood floor using a heat gun and a putty knive. The heat gun soften the linoleum and the adhesive so I could scrape it up. Time consuming but made for a nice clean floor with out using chemicals. Before I starteded I had the...

 

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Identifying Asbestos Insulation?
I dont believe it is asbestos but you could have it tested to be safe. You can find these folks in the yellow pages. When I removed my linoleum floor I had it tested for asbestos. The cost was $300. It tested negative for asbestos.

 

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Front Load Washer With Reversible Door?
I have a maytag front load washer and the doors are reversible as are the doors on my dryer. 1. Swing door fully open and support it. Remove center screw from the hinges and the hinge covers. 2. Lift door upward and then pull outward. Door and hinges should...

 

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Wireless Connection Between Laptop and Printer?
I have my computer hooked up to my printer with a USB connection, however, I have my computer hooked up to broadband with a router. My printer can be hooked up either by USB or wireless. If I want to go wireless according to the printer instructions, is to...

 

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Taxing a Retro Active Raise?
Well you could call or e-mail visit the nearest the IRS office. They would know better than anyone else.

 

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Looking for Cheap, Used T-shirts?
Try Goodwill or Salvation Army stores. Judy

 

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Ice Buildup in Windows Causing Water Damage to Ceiling?
You can go to google and type in moisture on windows and get hits such as the one posted below. Windows Sweating? The word moisture refers to water vapor mixed with air. Most of the moisture generated in the home is dissipated by the movement of moisture-laden...

 

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Why are They Called Pitted Plums?
Well, one of the definitions of pit is to remove pits from prunes and cherries, hence the word pitted prunes.

 

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Buying Sweet William's Lemon Tea Cookies?
Why not contact the Sweet Willaims cookie company by phone or e mail. You may be able to order direct or find out from them what costco stores sell the cookies you are looking for or are there another stores that sells the cookies. (b)Editors Note:(/b) The...

 

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Repairing a Home Radiator?
Old radiators are made of cast iron. If the iron has a hole in it I dont think it can be repaired. However what I think has happen to the seal between each cast iron section has failed. These sections can be taken apart and repaired. I think a plumber can do...

 

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Freezing Potato Chips?
Why not put a bag in the freezer for a couple of days and see what happens then post the results.

 

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Replacing a Shower Arm?
I think the arms just screw in to a fitting behind the wall. I dont know of any links but you could go to Loews or Home Depot where they have books near the check out counter on all kinds of do-it -yourself home repairs such as pluming,electrical, etc. with...

 

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Latex Paint Over Oil Based Wood Stain?
Sure, just make sure you have washed off any old grease and dirt. Then sand with a fine sandpaper and wipe off the dust thoroughly. Sanding first will imbed any grease and dirt into the wood. You may also want to apply a primer before the final top coat.

 

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Vitamin B And Fish Oil for Shingles Relief?
I think the vitamin B and fish oil is a sham. You can go to google.com and type in pain from shingles and a lot of sites come up to click on, that have relief from pain. Havent found one that recommends vitamins and fish oil. But there is no harm in trying...

 

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What Should I Do With My 401K After Losing My Job?
Why dont you ask a professional person such as a person from a mutual fund, a bank or a CPA that deals with IRAs? A well meaning person would like to help but gives you the wrong information it will cost you big dollars in taxes if you get it wrong. I dont...

 

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Buying Gem Tac Adhesive?
Gem Tac is made by Beacon Adhesives 125 MacQuesten Parkway South. Mount Vernon N.Y. 10550 Telephone 914-699-3405 e-mail, crafts4@beaconadhesives.com Why not write, call or e-mail them for store locations or they may sell directly to you.

 

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Mold Problem With Front Loading Washing Machine?
Take a cloth and apply bleach to the cloth and wipe around the rubber seal. When mold is gone rinse with another cloth soaked with water then let dry. After each wash wipe all the water from the rubber seal. I wipe all the water from the seal after each wash...

 

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Refinishing Pressboard Cabinets?
The cheapest and a way to brighten your kitchen to paint them a color of your choice.

 

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Low Water Pressure After Replacing a Faucet?
All faucets for sinks and showers have water restrictors to conserve water. After some time the faucets will clog and have ro be cleaned. However, in your case it is a new faucet so you can go to google and type in how to remove the restrictor. A lot of sites...

 

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Repelling Stains On Shower Doors?
After the glass doors are cleaned all you have to do to keep them clean is wipe the doors after each shower with a cloth. I use a towel. No need for wax. been doing it for years and have no soap build up on my shower walls.

 

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Estimating Appliance and Home Electronics Energy Usage?
You can buy a devise made by Black and Decker,availble at Loews and Home Depot, that fits over your electric meter. You can then read how nuch electricity each appliance used. To answer your question. HDTV use more electricity. The bigger the set the more energy...

 

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Condensation on Walls and Windows in Mobile Home?
Condensation in your daughters trailer has nothing to do with windows that are not completely shut or leaking somewhere. The trailer is very tight, which is good because it saves heating fuel. But it is also bad because water vapor is building up in the house...

 

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What Is A Golden Birthday?
When your age matches your birth date. Only thing special about 10/10/10 is it is your daughters birthday.

 

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Curtis TV Manufacturer?
Curtis Mathes went out of business years ago. You may find some TVs with that brand name in a Wal Mart or other big box store but it would be made by a no name company. They sold their TVs with the tag Most expensive TV ever made and darn worth every penny...

 

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Mold on the Bathroom Ceiling?
Make a mixture of bleach and water and apply to the ceiling. In short order the mold will disappear. Rinse with water. Use eye protection. You didnt say what the wrong paint was, that was applied.

 

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Reviews of AAA Auto Club?
I have had very good results with AAA. Also if you are a member and going on a trip they will issue you American express checks , maps, and tour book guides. Thsy can also book travel trips and offer discounts on atttactions.

 

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Using WD-40 to Clean Stainless Steel Cookware?
It is an industrial product and the can says not to be ingested. So I would not use it for cooking utensils, but that is up to you.

 

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Are Borax and Boric Acid the Same?
Boric acid is a dangerous poison. Poisoning from this chemical can be acute or chronic. Acute boric acid poisoning usually occurs when someone swallows powdered roach-killing products that contain the chemical. Chronic poisoning occurs in those who are repeatedly...

 

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Starting an Awning Cleaning Business?
Add your costs plus a profit.

 

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Venting a Wood Burning Stove?
I think every town or city has requirements for a wood, pellet or coal stove installation requirements. I would check with them or your local fireman. And even from the internet. Maximum efficiency is obtained when stovepipes are as short and as straight as...

 

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Condensation On Windows?
Too much moisture in the house. I also have double pane windows that do the same thing. The moisture is on the glass when I wake in the morning. Mostly when the temp is low outside and inside is low. I have to wipe the windows with a paper towel several times...

 

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Pros and Cons of Leather Furniture?
Hot in warm weather and cold in cold weather.

 

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Shingles Information?
What is shingles? Shingles ( herpes zoster) is a viral infection of the nerve roots. It causes pain and often causes a rash on one side of the body, the left or right. The rash appears in a band, a strip, or a small area. Shingles is most common in older adults...

 

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Getting a Syntax Error Message When Trying to Print?
My only suggestion is to reinstall the printer software.

 

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Planning a Trip to Hawaii?
Three of the most common travel web sites are Expedia.com,Orbitz.com and Travelocity.com. Also if you are a member of AAA you can visit their office for help and also pick up travel books and maps. We use one of the named three to book our flights, car rental...

 

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Planning a Trip to Hawaii?
I should also have added how we book a flight. You need to know what carriers go to Hawaii. Last time I went I flew to Chicago and took a direct flight to Hawaii on United. However, you want to go to the airlines webb site and book your flight over the webb...

 

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Connecting Laptop to Desktop Computer?
I have my wireless laptop hooked up to my desktop with a router.

 

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Repairing Front End Vibration in 2004 Jeep Rubicon?
Why not take the jeep in to the dealer or a front end shop and let them check the jeep out. You dont have to have them do the work if you believe you are capable of doing the work yourself. What you are doing now is spending cash on a hit or miss solution. They...

 

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Headlights Foggy on Inside?
It may look foggy on the inside but I think it is on the outside. 3M Co. mades a product sold in automotive stores that will clean the outside of the lens. A little time consuming so check out what has to be done and the price of the product. Or you could check...

 

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Cleaning Eye Glasses?
The part of the glasses that go over the nose are called the bridge and the pieces of the bridge that rest on the nose are called nose pads. The nose pads are usually made of hard plastic. Some folks buy soft rubber pads that adhere to the nose pads. If this...

 

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Removing Label Residue On Bottles?
Put some cooking oil on the label and leave it over night. If any of the label is still attached reapply the oil.

 

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Getting Rid of Green Mold on Grass Soil?
It is not mold but either algae or moss. You could check with your garden center to see if they have any product to kill or controll it. Also check out a soil testing service to have them test the soil. In my state this is done thru the University. They send...

 

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Instructions for a Cuisipro Spray Pump?
Well, you could go to www.cuisipro.com and write them an e-mail or call the corporate headquarters in Oneario, Canada at 905-475-6104 or call them in New Castle, Delaware at 302-326-4802.

 

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Composting Without Attracting Animals?
Well, I bought a compose bin and havent had any problems with critters. I have deer, coyotes fishers and other smaller animals livingin the area. The bin looks like a barrel, made of plastic, has slot for air and is totally enclosed.

 

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Wiring a Two Pole Breaker For a Generator?
Yes, but I would hire an electrical to do the job. I have a generator hardwired to my electric service but it is done in such a way that when I run the generator the electricity does not travel out to the power grid. Any power company worker working on the...

 

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Wood Can Be Felt Through Flattened Furniture Stuffing?
The framing of furniture is made of wood. You could look in the yellow pages for people that do reupholstering. I had a sofa that needed to be reupholstered and I found a school that taught the subject and asked if a student could redo my sofa. It only cost...

 

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How Many Ounces in a Can of Hershey's Chocolate Syrup?
Isnt the ounces printed on the label?

 

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Choosing a Safe Bank?
Maybe a Credit Union would be a safer choice.

 

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Using a Self Cleaning Oven Without Instructions?
You didnt list the brand of your oven. In my case I have a GE. I just take anything out of the oven that I have stored there. Once I forgot to do that and melted a plastic cover. Lock the oven door and press the oven clean button. Takes about 4 hours.

 

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How Many Ounces in a Can of Hershey's Chocolate Syrup?
According to what is printed on my measuring cup, 1 cup equals 8 fluid ounces,1 1/2 cups equal 12 fliud ounces and 2 cups equal 16 fluid ounces. I believe the ounces on the can would be the weight of the can and the product inside the the can.

 

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Reviews of Glass Shower Doors?
If you wipe down the glass or fiberglass shower with a towel after every use you will find it will be very easy to keep clean. Most people just leave the water on the walls and glass to evaporate and that contributes to all the woes people have trying clean...

 

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Ceramic Cooktop Scraper?
I ordered mine, cermam Bryte ceramic cooktop scraper, from GE. 1-800-626-2002. However, the package also says Golden Ventures Inc. Homecare Products @ 1-800-578-HOME. Maybe Home Depot or Lowes may also have them.

 

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Advice on Painting a Car?
You will be much happier having a body shop paint your car. You can take the car to Maaco and have it painted for a few hundred dollars. If you were to do it yourself here is a list of things that you need to do to get a passable job. 1. Find a place to do...

 

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Is it Too Late to Start an Acting Career?
It is never too late to start any endeavor. Good luck.

 

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Maytag Front Load Washer Error Codes?
The user manual for my Maytag Neptune washer does nt have an F code. I would call Maytag at 1-888-462-9824. They will give you the name of an authorized service company to contact or maybe assist you with the reason for the F code.. According to my manual electronic...

 

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Removing Adhesive from Plexiglas?
Why not just cover the glue paper with olive oil and let sit. Reapply if need be. Using a utility knive can scratch ther plastic, residue products can smear and make cloudy the plastic.

 

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Squirrels Dug Up and Ate Sunflower Seeds?
Go to a hardware store and buy some chicken wire. Spread the wire over the area that has the seeds. Anchor the wire with some rocks. When the plants start to grow remove the wire.

 

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Keeping Chrome Clean?
One thought is to go to an auto parts store and look over their offering of car care products. They usually have chrome cleaners.

 

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Advice for Buying a New Family Vehicle?
You dont say what advise you are looking for in particular. If it is getting the best price there are books at the book store or webb sites to help you understand what the dealer pays for the car, any discounts available, accessory cost and how to deal with...

 

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Why Doesn't Steam Cleaning Carpets Set Stains?
Carpets are treated to resist staining. 3M Scotchgard and Stainmaster are two products that came to mind that are applied during the manufacturing of carpets.

 

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Front Load Washer Moves Around During Spin Cycle?
My front end washer does the same thing. I have read that is trus of all front end washers. I just put in smaller loads to keep it from dancing too much. o dont think there is a cure.

 

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Keeping Asian Beetles Out of My House?
The lady bugs are harmless. I live in the North and every fall my house is covered with the bugs. Some show up in the house all winter long. lady bugs eat other smaller bugs. They can get in the house through the smallest of openings. So you may want to close...

 

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Pouring an Outdoor Concrete Floor?
You dont say how big the floor is going to be. For something big I would hire a contractor to do the work. However, if it is a small area you have to dig down a depth,put in gravel, sand, build a form to contain the concrete, mix up the concrete,pour and take...

 

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Pouring an Outdoor Concrete Floor?
I should also add some terminology. cement is the powder that is mixed with water to make the concrete. At the big box store you buy the cement in bags that may or may not have the aggregate mixed in the bag. Add water but not to much to make it too soupy and...

 

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Manual and Recipe Book for Hitachi Bread Machine HB-D102?
You could go to hatachi.com, or call 1-800-448-2244, or e -mail them at customerservice.ce AT hal.hitachi.com

 

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Does Baking Soda Damage Tooth Enamel?
I dont think it does. I have been using Arm and Hammer Complete Care tooth paste on the advise of my dentist for many years with no bad effects. Baking soda is the leading ingredient in Arm and Hammer toorh paste.

 

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Flowers That Don't Attract Bees?
If you have flowers you will always have bees. The bees pollinate the flowers so they will bloom next year. Bees also make honey from the flowers. They wont hurt you unless pester them.

 

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Washing Machines With Suds Savers?
As far as I know any machine that uses HE soap saves on soap. I have a Maytag that specifies using HE soap. HE means High Efficiency. You use less soap per load.

 

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Removing Skunk From Under Cabin?
You could try this. locate where is entrance is. Skunks are nocturnal so wait until he leaves the area under your cabin and close it off with wire mesh sheet metal or some other product he cant penetrate.

 

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Buying Parts for a MTD Mower?
I went to mtdproducts.com put in your part number 13AL452F120 and the return answer was no such part number. Why not call MTD at 1-800-269-6215.

 

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Sharpening Riding Lawn Mower Blades?
Well, for the blades on my riding mower, I remove them and sharpen them with a sanding disc on my electric drill. You could remove them and see if your local small engine shop will sharpen them for you.

 

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Home Remedies for Treating Gum Disease?
You had better hustle over to a dentist before you lose all your teeth and develop other health problems. Forget looking for an easy cost free cure.

 

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Preventing Customers from Changing Prices at a Garage Sale?
Dont put a price on the items. Keep a price list for each item. When someone asks the price, refer to your price list that you would on your person.

 

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Holistic Tick Remedy?
I would not trust any holistic remedy for something as dangerous as a tick bite. I would be off to see my doctor or the er room if I had the symptoms of a tick bite.

 

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How can I get rid of lady bugs in my house?
Lady Bugs are harmless. They come into the house in the fall through the tinest of openings to keep warm and hibernate for the winter. Just sweep them up and toss them outside or vacuum them up.

 

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