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https://nextdoor.com/find-neighborhood/
Depending on where you live you will get feedbacks for people who have needed window replacements.
Wonder how successful this is for many who buy 12 for about $70 and try to sell each one for 25 ( ha but give free shipping)?
https://www.ebay.com/i/184521388326?ul_noapp=true
Job next to my site had left overs to be gone, I caught some of that toss on my jeans on fresh slipperies side of can,, as always run out of black oil paint.........yea got the finger for being too smooth.. wanted to use this "free" can to top off many 1/2 empties where the air still left in the sealed can, still begs for more PAINT to stop the hardening process, without adding paint thinner.
Who paints while wearing good jeans?
Got black paint on my good jeans. used tons of paint thinner to lighten stain , but this old bottle I picked up years ago from someone took out such paint lightening, up the color somewhat on the jeans but saving the jeans:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/DIVERSEY-94995295-Bathroom-Cleaner-32-oz-Fresh-PK12/197783055?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=1122
If you have the cash now is the time to knock off the honey-dos.
I had my 20 year old HVAC system replaced as well.
Everyone out there is hungry.
My sister had recently purchased Pella and Anderson windows.
She says the Pella's are good but not a good bang for the buck.
She says to avoid "Renewal by Anderson". It's really another company that gouges you for Anderson's basic windows. Anderson 100's I believe.
However, if you have an independent contractor to work on your house, the Anderson 400's are top notch windows and worth the money. Whether you buy the windows yourself at retail or work with the contractor is a personal decision. As I don't know much about them, I will let the contractor pick them so as to not buy the wrong stuff.
I'll have to put this note in a folder as I hope to replace some windows next year.
Good luck with your project.
I have heard good things about Anderson. I would also call Lowes. My neighbor just had them replace all his windows and he was pleased with the windows, the work and the price.
My house was built in 1993 and I need new windows since the new ones are obviously more efficient.
Don't worry about the spam. They need the business and they all are offering zero interest etc.
I just had new gutters put on the house. I got 3 quotes and went with a higher bid. I then said now what is your cash price.
Our entire home is PELLA windows.....now, I must also add that all original and home built in 1988. So, other than my one which is weeping a bit....I'd have to give them a UP vote.
Also realize window technology has improved a lot since 1988, so we are probably NOT as energy efficient as we could be ----- but, FRESH AIR never killed anyone, I guess.
Anderson Windows has ads, flyers, mail, SPAM around here ---- are you familiar with them....as to quality, value, etc. ??
I may get a quote from Anderson, Pella and a local business (independent) who seems to do a lot of window replacement around here.....pain in the ass right now though with Covid shit!
Be safe ---- Thx. for reply.
Had to change 100 year old 9 windows.....historic society came down on building, everyone changed to some new window version but they nailed that building......... cost on 3 bids 10 years ago all near 80K, had expensive wood moldings and 4 curved glass windows. Had to get architect to draw up plans the way they did in 1890 and match same color. Also had stained oak molding inside each apt which would have to be removed and reinstalled at added cost.
Did not want to do it as new windows would be heavy and hard to handle and add no value to building.
Luck had it there was a construction convention of wholesalers in this convention center and one company came from GA. They convinced me they could and would do it perfect for 36K. My contractor did the installation for about 3k, so was only 1/2 pissed off. Had terrible times with the windows as the springs were too weak for the load and I never went to a gee wiz high end outfit to put in more $K's to customize a better hardware solution.
Is the Glass doctor if area has one, but here in NYC replacement is always cheaper, unless part of fancy set of windows.
https://glassdoctor.com/expert-tips/all-about-window-glass/condensation-between-window-panes
I have the same problem. But the prior owner just slapped on permanent storm windows over the original windows with a 4" gap between windows.
Trust me, I've discovered far worse from this dingleberry over the last 26 years!
It's still on my pending list.
In the meantime, is Pella still a good company? You get varying opinions. I figured I'd ask you as anyone who makes a window you like in your climate is who I want to go with!
Call Lowes. They'll get it done in 2 weeks.
I agree with you, BnB.
The seal is broken and air (moisture) is present in the space between the panes.
Trueheart
Thx. BD ~~~~ I pretty much thought that was the ultimate solution.
Got it on the list of projects for 2021, but was hoping for a short term fix over winter just to avoid replacing window(s) in the middle of winter.
TY !!
LOL ~~~~ I knew that was coming !!
Yep. The seal is broken and at that age he needs new ones.
Hey EZ, The only solution is to replace them. Sorry.
Sorry not my skill set area.
If I recall correctly what I've read is the seal has broken this the condensation.
They need to be re sealed.
Hopefully a window person will confirm this.
Call Pella.
SOS ~~ 911 ~~ Mom!!!!!
Need some knowledge ! I have a double pane window in kitchen (original window 1988) which has now gotten quite a bit of condensation between panes.
Weather has changed here from warm to cold to warm but nothing seems to dry it out. Is there a way to help get rid of it ??? (short of breaking the friggin' window and buying new one?)
Re: a shock , always wear rubber shoes and work with one hand ( said to limit shock to few inches in fingers), can work with 2 hands live wire with proper rubbers matting to stand on and proper insulated gloves , but may need some "active" training, to test limits of this protection..
You are correct. The GFI does protect humans from current leakage and circuits from accidental current leakage, say, if a tool being used has a current draw leg imbalance.
Trueheart
Psssst. . .
GFI is a technology to protect humans, not equipment. If it detects more current going in than coming out, it knows current is escaping through another route and could be dangerous. It responds by switching off.
"Ground Fault Interruption" shortened to GFI is easier to say than "Holy #&(@&$# that thing's alive!"
Cheers, PW.
P.S. When I first read your message, I envisioned some poor guy getting a shock "in his equipment" and thought to myself -- that would hurt.
After a second reading, I realized that there may be some confusion between GFI and Surge Protection.
Yeppers, Swampboots,
I had encountered the same when I changed a single gang metal box to a two gang box in the garage. I have to admit I still have problems wrapping a 12 gauge ground wire onto the socket grounding post.
By the way, if you have two prong no ground sockets you can use a GFI to protect the things you plug into the socket. The GFI will trigger and save your equipment in case of a big current draw or overvoltage.
Take care,
Trueheart
GFCI: found out two things I did not know:....need self threading green ground screws to place in metal outlet box empty holes; and the screws on the GFCI outlet are tapered on the ends and cannot be screwed back unless ends sanded down or replacement screws not tapered are handy to replace the "dead" screws........working in dark was not happy to learn those two bits of minute info for a seemingly "easy" DIY.
Hey Bull Dolphin,
It's on my shopping list for my trip into town tomorrow.
Thanx,
Trueheart
I've seen JB Weld successfully used on cracked engine blocks. It's tough stuff.
Good luck with your bear proofing.
The epoxy sounds like a good product.
Thanx,
Trueheart
Not sure True, I always got it at Ace Hardware. It was metal filings in the epoxy and can be shaped after it sets.
Roger that, BnB.
Thanx,
Trueheart
Hi Countmein,
Thanks for the info.
The Walmart and Home Depot are just about the same distance from my home.
Trueheart
Your local Walmart would have both of those as well, if Walmart is closer to you
Hey Fuzzy,
Bears are not picky about what they eat. You can see the evidence in the "presents" they leave.
Taking in your bird feeders at night surely solves the bear problem. It won't work for my birds as I wake up late, so they won't get their early bird breakfast.
The modification I did last week seems to be working as the bear has not spun off the feeder since I did that.
I'm keeping my fingers crossed that the bears don't have Channel Lock pliers.
Trueheart
Think they both should be??????????????Keep that bear afar if you can............ Our pesky bear has been back, but been pulling our feeders in at night.......
Hey, BD,
Is it available at Home Depot?
Trueheart
Is it available at Home Depot?
Trueheart
JB Weld works well for metal.
I found the bird feeder perch the bear tore off. I think there's enough metal material to glue it back on.
There's a glue out there that will do the trick in fair weather and foul?
What are your recommendations?
Thanx,
Trueheart
The bear (s) got into the bird feeders again. The feeder that has the threaded base had a perch torn off.
I think I finally got the solution. I looked at the threads on the 1/2" nipple and discovered they had joint compound on them. I think I got the nipple from the old galvanized piping under my home that I changed over to copper.
I had tightened the bottom of the feeder on the nipple but apparently it stopped being fully secured because of the ancient compound. I screwed on a 1/2" knuckle that is used to secure romex to a metal box. I tightened that on the nipple with pliers and that took off the rest of the compound. I screwed on the bird feeder and hand tightened it. Then I used the pliers to tighten the knuckle against the bottom of the feeder.
I think the feeder could only be torn off by a bomb --- or a smart bear with its own pliers.
Trueheart
Been using those for years they are great.
Now if you get in a small bath or closet just do your big walls have your regular one handy instead of struggling.
Take garbage bags stick the roller and pan in them forms a vapor lock paint stays good you can go weeks open it up ready to go.
Glad I have some large paint rollers 18 inches (instead of 9), holds more paint and covers more surface faster. I bought as had a sale at same price........but will only use if I am totally caffined up to the task, as takes much muscle, but if much molding I can rest on the brush strokes. But if I am up to it seems like it would cut down on the time in a big empty space.
https://primetimepaint.ca/why-use-an-18-paint-roller/
Hiya Swampboots,
It's good to hear from you.
Yeppers, you can't beat the fact that using LED bulbs decreases electrical loads because they use much less amperage. You save money on your power bill and you're not likely to have to replace an LED light.
Installing LEDs means fewer calls to replace bulbs at the apartments.
An interesting thing about the LEDs is that they are electronic devices, completely unlike the old filament bulbs.
Take care,
Trueheart
Does Alexa always respond positively and quickly to your request? Suppose she's busy doing something else at the time such as launching one of Musk's rockets.
I have replaced all incandescent bulbs around the casita except for one in the breezeway between the garage and house. That bulb has been a trouper for almost 30 years. When it dies I'm going to give it a proper burial in the back yard, sorta what The Lone Ranger would do for Tonto, his loyal companion lo these many years.
Replace all old bulbs and it'll be like what Ronco says, "Set it and forget it." And you will save money.
Trueheart
Hey Trueheart, those bulbs were trending around a buck at Lowes for a few years, but that does not matter.just found out many apts I manage are loading up my circuit breaker capacity, especially with 2 people at home banking away at their new fancy electronics........and just realized changing 6 ceiling bulbs from 60 watts to 9 watts, throws some safety on the electric output and reduces circuit breakers switching off That is, nice to add more electrical capacity while saving electric bills and the frequency of changing high overhead bulbs.
For critical bulbs I have replaced them with leds and asked Alexa to turn them on an off.
Sam's Club has a real deal on LED light bulbs. Seventeen bucks will get you sixteen 60W equivalent bulbs. They burn only eight watts of energy.
Trueheart
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Remodeling Links
Before starting your home improvement find out how many new options are availble for you now.
http://directory.qualifiedremodeler.com/
See post # 940 http://www.investorshub.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=684568
http://www.dirtcheapbuilder.com/quliplwa.html
Flooring
http://www.floorstransformed.com/index.html
Tile, Marble, Stone, Granite, Quartz, Corian
http://www.thetiledoctor.com/repair/replacetile.cfm
http://floorstransformed.com/
http://www.dixiestone.com/
http://www.scrapbookscrapbook.com/DAC-ART/kitchen-countertops.html
http://www.marblemaster.com/granite/granite_slab/index.html
http://www.kitchenworks.com/corian.html
Electrical
http://members.tripod.com/~masterslic/electritian.html
Ducts- Heat loss
http://www.energystar.gov/ia/products/heat_cool/ducts/DuctSealingBrochure04.pdf
http://www.oee.nrcan.gc.ca/keep_heat_in/
Home Improvement Encyclopedia
http://www.bhg.com/bhg/category.jhtml?catref=cat10002
Insulation
http://www.polyurethane.org/
http://www.superliteblock.com/ntegra.htm
Plumbing
https://www.familyhandyman.com/plumbing/plumbing-tricks-of-the-trade-for-weekend-plumbers/view-all/
http://www.theplumber.com/faq.html
http://www.plumbingsupply.com/index.html
Landscape links
See post # 267 http://www.investorshub.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=258812
Pressure Washing Tips
http://www.investorshub.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=834846
Roofs
http://www.andek.com/
Garden Help
http://houseandhome.msn.com/Library/GardenLibrary.aspx
http://www.thegardenhelper.com/
Wood Rot
http://www.taunton.com/finehomebuilding/pages/h00133.asp
http://outfittersparadise.com/s/Marine_Sealants/Boatlife_Git_Rot_Kit_Quart_13094563.htm
Wood Stoves to Gas
http://www.chimneysweeponline.com/library.htm
Lighting, Home Security, Theater, Smart Home Products
http://smarthome.com/
Log Home links
See post # 271 http://www.investorshub.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=258994
Also - http://www.precisioncraft.com/
Solar
See post # 941 http://www.investorshub.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=684590
http://www.susdesign.com/overhang/index.html
Appliance Repair
http://www.repairclinic.com/0001.asp
http://www.pcappliancerepair.com/index.html
Useful material calculators
Concrete-- http://www.concretenetwork.com/concrete/howmuch/calculator.htm
Pavers--http://www.morrisbrick.com/hr_materialcalculator_paver.htm
Home building--http://www.building-cost.net/
http://www.contractors.com/cost_estimator/free_estimates.html
Wood Working
http://www.joewoodworker.com/
http://www.taunton.com/finewoodworking/
Wood workshop setup information.
http://www.investorshub.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=647032
Home owners, self help site.
http://www.misterfix-it.com/CommProbSimpSol.cfm
Habitat for Humanity website
http://www.habitat.org/
http://www.habitat.org/env/restores.aspx
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