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Radiant Barrier
Asked by L.B. from Dallas
on July 26, 2009
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Hi everyone,
Does anyone have any experience with getting a radiant barrier in your attic? If you have do you recommend it for electric cost savings? Any suggestions ...
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- We've thought about it and my husband has done the research and learned that the spray insulation is best, but find out what's in it...you don't want chemicals. Only ...
- Before you do this let me tell you something my contractor told me. Your cell won't work under the Radiant Barrier. My plumber confirmed it - said he had a client t...
- We recently had radiant barrier, attic fans and upgrade to insulation istalled mid-June 2009. Our electric bill from June 2008 was $35 more than June 2009. Not to me...
Wallpaper Whoops, Need Advice!
Asked by E.H. from Dallas
on July 9, 2008
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I hope everyone had a great 4th of July. I spent some time replacing a light fixture in the master bath only to find there was -zero- wallpaper behind it. Since the ne...
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- You can always find stickers that are very decorative like those that you put on tile to spruce it up and put it in a pattern over the whoops
- I am personally not a fan of wallpaper...I owuld take this as a sign from above that it is time for the wallpaper to go!
- Honestly, I'd get rid of the wall paper on that wall... then texture it and paint it. You don't have to tear all the paper down, just the one wall. Another thing I...
Has the Inside of Anyone's House Started Raining??
Asked by K.W. from Chicago
on November 7, 2008
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My husband and I bought our house 4 years ago. The first fall/winter when we got a lot of rain and then the temperature dropped --the inside of our house started drip...
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- If you go on WGN radio 720AM on Sat AM, there is a guy named Lou Manfordini. I've heard people call in with the same problem. He ususally has the exact advise and ...
- Hi K.- We had a similar problem that lasted about 2 years. A furnace guy finally figured out what was going on. This was after having several different people over....
- That is the same thing that happened in our house. It was an insulation problem combined with too much moisture in the house. I would start with an insulation compan...
HELP My M-I-L Wants to Use a Crib Fro the 1980'S I Don't Know If Its to CODE!!!!
Asked by T.S. from Cincinnati
on February 22, 2007
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How do I GENTLY request they(my in laws) take a tape measure and check this Port-a-crib they have pulled from there attic to use on my 18m. I have gotten on the AAP we...
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- I am sorry that things didn't go will with your FIL. My one mil loves yard sales. So there was always a risk of a used piece of safety equipment being used. She wo...
- Hey... You know, She is YOUR child and if you are uncomfortable with the port-a-crib they want to use (I would be also!) then provide your own. Get a second crib or p...
- Hi, Totally do not let MIL bully you into something you do not feel comfortable with. This is YOUR baby's safety. My response to her would be..."That is great that ...
Book Cleaning
Asked by N.H. from Dallas
on May 18, 2009
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Hello,
I received 2 boxes of books from my parents. The books were mine when I was a child and they have been in the attic for SEVERAL years. They are very dusty. A...
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- I would probably try running the vacuum hose over them with the brush on it...? I would also use a cloth to wipe down the outside of the books. Have a wonderful Mond...
- To add to what Graciela said; if the books are musty smelling after cleaning following her instructions, place books is a box with wrapped bars of Irish Spring for 7-1...
- Collect your needed supplies. Set them up in a well lit, comfortable work area. Check the book over and mentally list all the areas to be cleaned. You can bookmark t...
Need Architect & Roofer for Dormer Addition (Nw Chicago)
Asked by O.N. from Chicago
on February 10, 2009
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We are in Jefferson Pk , need a good (reasonable priced) architect for dormer on one side of attic (2 small rooms) nothing fancy just basic for getting planning permis...
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- Mother N- my contractor is Tony LaPelusa... I would not use anyone else for anything... ###-###-####. His most recent project for me was my kitchen and it is incr...
- Hi O.! (love the name)~ My husband John is a general contractor - we are in the neighborhood - Norwood Park. He can help you out with everything from start to finish...
- Hi! I know a great architect (with wonderful contractor references) located in Jefferson Park. His name is Jeffrey Sommers and his company is Square Root Architectur...
Ground-in Dirt Stains on Winter Coats
Asked by J. from New York
on November 10, 2008
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I just took the winter coats down from the attic. They have dirt marks around the sleeves and on the front. I tried "shout" but they didn't come out. Any suggestions?
Experience with Ebay Trading Asst? or How Can I Sell My Kids Clothes?
Asked by E. from Birmingham
on April 12, 2006
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I am familiar with KidsMarketandMom but just missed their sale. I have way too many boys and girls baby and toddler clothes. I am running out of attic space and coul...
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- Hi, Me again! I have an eight month old little boy, do you have any clothes that might fit him? He is in 18 months and 24 months. I just bought a load of clothes f...
- I don't have any experience selling anything, but I've got a two and a half year old that is wearing 3Ts now. I don't know if you have much in that size, but I might ...
- i need baby boy clothes for 9 month and above. have anything? or let me know where you decide to sell.thanks!
What to Do with TONS of Baby Blankets
Asked by T.L. from Washington DC
on May 29, 2008
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We were blessed to receive about 40 hand-knit baby blankets when my son was born. There are far too many for us to actually as baby blankets so does anyone has some g...
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- Hello! This is J.. I am a mother of 3. I am starting an in-home daycare in the Spotsylvania County area. Anyone might be interested, do you know??? BUt about the blank...
- Take pictures of the blankets with the people who gave them and make an album. Then your son will have a picture of the people they came from as well - in case they ar...
- Why not keep some as baby blankets and take some and make a bigger afghan for a queen or king bed for when he gets married?
Help with Making Home More Energy Efficient
Asked by J.A. from Dallas
on March 13, 2007
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Our electric bill almost triples in the summer compared to the winter. We are looking into making our home more energy efficient.
Does anyone have any experience w...
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- We just got Radiant Barrier, more attic fans and more sprayed in insulation in December. Hoping it helps with the electric bills in the summer. A co-worker told us a...
- I think it was channel 4 that had a spot about this a while back and there was a company that would come out and evaluate your house and give you suggestions. the lad...
- the solar screens are a must!
