RadioGaGa 162 Report post Posted June 25, 2013 Electrical work is done. AC was installed yesterday. All in $5800 for both projects ($1900 for Electrical/$3900 for AC). I'm quite happy with the results. Some minor repairs needed around the new light fixtures....as they didn't completely cover where the old ones had ben...but other than that, it's all good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coryroth24 15 Report post Posted August 6, 2013 Just finishing up the nursery at my house and decided to see what's under all the paint the previous owner slapped on the door hardware throughout the house. Turns out its all bronze plated iron. This is after 8 hours of soaking in a crock pot set on high in soap and water. Paint peeled off in one piece! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason Harris 31 Report post Posted August 7, 2013 Geez, that's crazy! Just change out the plates and put the old ones on eBay; there would easily be a market for those types of things. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monty22 833 Report post Posted August 7, 2013 Nah, keep it. Cool piece from the house's history. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevelknievel 51 Report post Posted August 7, 2013 Nah, keep it. Cool piece from the house's history. Agreed. Those are awesome. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coryroth24 15 Report post Posted August 7, 2013 Yea, these aren't going anywhere. My house was built in 1900, so these things have been through it all. Actually found someone selling a couple sets (with the wrong door knobs) on ebay. I'm watching that auction right now to see how much they go for. They do seem to be attracting bidders though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RadioGaGa 162 Report post Posted August 7, 2013 Antique's Roadshow coming to your area anytime soon? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monty22 833 Report post Posted August 7, 2013 Make sure you clean out the crock pot before cooking in it again. Paint was probably lead based if it's old. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coryroth24 15 Report post Posted August 8, 2013 Make sure you clean out the crock pot before cooking in it again. Paint was probably lead based if it's old.No worries there. Got an old crock pot from a friend of mine's mother who just happened to be cleaning out her basement when I was looking for one. So this is a vintage, 1987 crock pot living a new life and will promptly hit the dumpster whenever I'm done stripping all of these knobs... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BenderHockey 127 Report post Posted August 13, 2013 Installed a light fixture, dimmer switch, and installed and wired a ceiling fan. Not bad for someone who was never allowed to go near the tools as a kid. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason Harris 31 Report post Posted August 19, 2013 Geez, that's crazy! Just change out the plates and put the old ones on eBay; there would easily be a market for those types of things.Sorry, this is the first time I've been here in a while, but my response was meant for the previous owner of the house -- just sell the things, but don't be so foolish as to paint over them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RadioGaGa 162 Report post Posted September 2, 2013 If you recall a few years ago, I re-did my bathroom and posted pics here. Well, I did a crappy job and decided to use "Wall Board" or "Barker Board". I didn't do a great job sealing it, and it leaked...a lot. Got some mold build up...so I ripped it down and tiled this past week. Not a professional job...bit I followed all the steps. I Kerdi waterproofing membrane behind it.This:To This:Still have to caulk in the corners and touch up some paint, but I should have my bathroom back in time for a shower before work Tuesday. Been showering at my GF's place since Wed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goonsquad 209 Report post Posted September 5, 2013 Still have to caulk in the corners and touch up some paint, but I should have my bathroom back in time for a shower before work Tuesday. Been showering at my GF's place since Wed.Make sure you use the "Lets conserve water" line ;) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RadioGaGa 162 Report post Posted September 6, 2013 Haha...Finally got to shower at home today, after almost a week of showers at her place and 2 days of baths (I hate baths) while grouting and caulking cured. I'm happy with how it turned out. I won't be hiring myself out to do any co-workers bathrooms, but I did a decent job, I think. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coryroth24 15 Report post Posted September 9, 2013 Finally finished the project that got me turned on to stripping the door knobs in my house. That would be the nursery closet for the up and coming addition. Minus the time restrictions imposed by the boss-lady, I had a bunch of fun designing and putting this all together.Before:After: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goonsquad 209 Report post Posted September 9, 2013 CoryVery nice! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hunt3rsean 44 Report post Posted November 19, 2013 Looking for a little assistance. Have been doing some online reading/learning as well. I'm getting some soft spots in my laminate flooring and trying to research the best way to fix it. It is only in one area, but has gotten very noticeable at this point. Trying to find the best way to resolve the issue with the least amount of work - duh. First time home buying is oh so much fun..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RadioGaGa 162 Report post Posted November 20, 2013 By "soft" do you mean like a lot of flex or give? Any squeaking??I have seen on TV where they will put screws back up from underneath to pull the laminate bcak tight to the floor.If this is a floating floor...I'm out of suggestions?Could be a bigger problem with structure or the subfloor though....good luck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BenderHockey 127 Report post Posted November 21, 2013 Yeah, if i'ts a soft spot, then usually it's an issue with the sub-floor. If you are going to be doing the repair, do yourself a favor and assume it's the worst-case scenario and plan for that. This way you will be mentally prepared to put the proper amount of time and money into the project. Also, this way if it ends up being something minor, you are pleasantly surprised! :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monty22 833 Report post Posted June 5, 2015 Anybody do any regrading to their yard? Front yard is sloped somewhat and am considering adding fill/loam to create a swale, and also run PVC form the gutter to the side of the house away from the foundtion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nudave 1 Report post Posted June 5, 2015 Anyone with expertise in interior doors swinging closed? I tried to adjust the hinges but nothing changed? Anybody do any regrading to their yard? Front yard is sloped somewhat and am considering adding fill/loam to create a swale, and also run PVC form the gutter to the side of the house away from the foundtion. My parents have, however it was done professionally. They've always had problem with water in the basement. What they had done is had the gutters drain into PVC which runs to the back yard. There is a swale in the back yard that water frequently collected in. A large PVC pipe with holes in the top was placed in the swale so that water would drain into it. The pipe then drains to a town drain pipe located in the back yard. They had to go through a lot with permits and junk to get the town to allow them the adjustment to the drain. After all was finished, the basement is dry and finished with drywall. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadd 916 Report post Posted June 7, 2015 Anybody do any regrading to their yard? Front yard is sloped somewhat and am considering adding fill/loam to create a swale, and also run PVC form the gutter to the side of the house away from the foundtion. Years ago I helped my father improve the drainage around the house. We dug around the perimeter of the house, laid perforated pipe and then covered with gravel and then dirt. I don't recall having any problems after that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SlaterC42 51 Report post Posted June 8, 2015 Years ago I helped my father improve the drainage around the house. We dug around the perimeter of the house, laid perforated pipe and then covered with gravel and then dirt. I don't recall having any problems after that. We did the same thing at my Mom's about 6-7 years ago to keep water from the basement, its been dry ever since. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monty22 833 Report post Posted June 22, 2015 Had a guy come out and take a look. He thinks regrading and a swale in the front and running the gutters to the sides should do it. On the phone he had mentioned the possibility of excavating the front of the house and applying a waterproof membrane and coating so I was concerned about the ultimate cost of this project. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monty22 833 Report post Posted June 23, 2015 Annnnnnd there goes the water softener... House came with a Culligan Mark 100, it's 17 years old and apparently not worth repairing per the tech. Comparable replacement through Culligan is around $2K. Looking at Clack or Kinectico as possible replacements- Anybody have experience with this stuff? Looks like on demand as opposed to timed would be the way to go for efficiency and cost? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
