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Tankless Water Heaters
Asked by M. from Dallas
on January 31, 2008
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Hi Ladies,
We're thinking about replacing our traditional gas water heater with a tankless water heater. Do any of you have experience (good and bad)with this type o...
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- I can't recall the details, but tankless water heaters work best depending on which source you are using (gas or electric....sorry I just can't remember which is bette...
- Hello We have an electric tankless water heater and love it. My gas bills went down by 75% when we installed it. I recommed the higher capacity ones that allow you ...
- We have a Rinnai and I love it. It was already in place when we moved in and only serves the master bath (that part of the house was added on). What I have read onli...
Childproofing for Basement Stairs and 1 Year-old
Asked by K.N. from Kansas City
on June 9, 2010
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We live in one level house but do have stairs to our unfinished basement where our laundry room is and where both the cat and dog eat and the cat has her litter box.
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- We put in an "indoor access arch" into our downstairs bathroom door. http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3261+1893+2968&pcatid=2968 It's an ar...
- Cats are very agile - put the cat food up high somewhere the dog and baby cant get to, then train the cat to find her food there (i.e. dont feed her anywhere else, whe...
- we had a gate up and the cat jumped over the gate for food and litter box. as for the dog depending how small it is, may not be able to jump the gate to get downstair...
Roaches
Asked by J.N. from Houston
on June 3, 2009
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Okay, so I'm a little embarrassed about having to get advice on this, but this isn't my fault.....we have a serious roach problem (the little ones). Anyways, we moved...
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- Pack the kids up for the day, and BOMB the whole place, then have the Apt. come and spray again. The kids will be fine
- Hi J., What has worked for me are those chalks from the 99 cents stores or you can even find them at the fleamarkets....try not to store things in cardboard boxes.....
- Have you gotten rid of the boxes yet? Believe it or not these boxes often have roach eggs and roaches will continue hatching out of these. Throw out the cardboard boxe...
Should I Leave My Air on While on Vacation?
Asked by M.H. from Charleston
on July 22, 2009
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We are going to be on vacation for a while and trying to decide whether we should leave our air on or not. I have heard that if you leave it off and it gets really hot...
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- Sawnee Electric's tips on vacation settings suggests that you set your temp at 85, turn your water heater temp to the vacation setting or lowest setting. Someone else...
- I work at an electric utility and they have always told us to turn your central air system up several degrees to save while on vacation, but do not turn it off. The u...
- I don't think I would leave at the same setting that you would have it if you were at home. I usually turn mine down so it will not come on as often. If your blinds ...
Removed Shelf paper...now What?
Asked by K.K. from Saginaw
on October 12, 2011
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so I've had a million questions lately about this house we are moving into.
what an adventure!
so....the house had shelf paper or something in the cupboard under t...
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- Goof Off. Okay start with rubbing alcohol, less toxic. If that doesn't work, Goof Off!
- I bought a box of the peel and stick floor tiles and put them under all of the sinks in the kitchen and bathrooms. One box did all of them as well as some of the she...
- for the basement: be prepared to have to gut it. If there is moisture trapped behind the paneling, then that may be the source of the odor. You might try sealing th...
Oil Heat Questions and How to save Money on Heating
Asked by J.F. from Philadelphia
on August 30, 2011
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My new rental home is around 1000 sq feet, it has a basement as well, thats unfinished, I don't believe there is heating down there. I'm just wodnering on average how...
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- The best thing to have is ceiling fans, which will circulate the air that rises. Also, check and see if your local utility company offers an "energy audit." They wil...
- I live in a 1,000 sq. ft. mobile home and everyone knows that they didnt insulate them as well back in the early 90s. I got a $275 gallon tank and last winter went thr...
- I grew up with oil heat and my mother still lives in that house. Just like any other heat, get a programmable thermostat so it can be cooler when you're not there and...
Privacy/ Safety Concerns
Asked by D.K. from Pittsburgh
on May 30, 2007
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I need to vent and get advice. I was so proud when my preschooler came home reciting his phone number, but now I am slightly freaked out when thinking how they like to...
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- wow, pretty scary. I went onto Google and checked it out-sure enough, i found what you found. this world is a crazy place. But the other ladies are right too...if some...
- I have the same proublem. They want the kids to know so much more and more. I have tried talking to my children about talking to complete strangers. But that seems to ...
- Even 10 years ago if someone really wanted your unlisted phone number to get your address they could find ways to get it. Are you aware that if someone gets your accou...
How to Live Frugal/chemical Free
Asked by N.0. from Mobile
on November 3, 2011
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My family is looking into being more frugal. My husband is a police officer and I am a sahm of a (soon to be)2yo & a little one that should be here anytime. I am looki...
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- You can just clean with vinegar water (some vinegar mixed with water). If you need to scrub something you can use baking soda and water. Don't use those chemicals that...
- I use vinegar and baking soda to clean. Super cheap and chemical free... although vinegar does have a strong smell, but I dilute it a lot with water in a spray bottle....
- Vinegar. 1/2 vinegar 1/2 water cleans EVERYTHING in my house. It's an antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral. If I feel like something really needs a deep cleanin...
Buying a House
Asked by H.V. from Cleveland
on February 15, 2011
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I just entered into the "wonderful" experience of buying our first house. I'm still kinda new at it, I know some things but am confused on others.
I called a lender t...
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- I agree with the inspections. Also. Split up from your spouse when you walk through the first time and if you can manage it from your realator. Get a first imp...
- They really should give you a call back. However, I would expect to hear back within 48 hours, so give them a call. Remember there are lots of lenders out there in...
- Home inspection, home inspection, home inspection! Our home qualified for FHA loan and was FHA inspected and we thought that was good enough. Fast forward 10 yrs and...
Building a Home
Asked by B.W. from Salt Lake City
on September 28, 2010
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My husband and I are going to be building our home within the next few months. Feeling a little overwhelmed with all of the choices and decisions we have to make and w...
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- My must have would have laundry on bedroom(s) floor. No running up and down. And a powder room (toilet/sink) off the kitchen. Congrats on your new soon to be home.
- Oh honey! We just went through that! Had our house built and we moved in 5 months ago! WE LOVE IT!! I would highly recommend getting a central vaccum system throughou...
- Yes, a LOT of built in storage in the common living areas! A full bath downstairs near a common area, so when they get a little older you can have one in the tub and s...
