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Why does my tankless water heater go from hot to cold?

Why does my tankless water heater go from hot to cold? Another problem that tankless water heaters can run into is that of a cold water sandwich—a plumbing term given to sudden temperature fluctuations, when your tankless water heater produces hot and cold water intermittently. This can be caused by: A dirty water filter on the cold water inlet. How do you reset a tankless hot water heater? How do you reset a tankless gas water heater?Locate the red reset button. There should be a red button in the center of the control panel.Press the button firmly. The reset button...

Q&A

Can you replace a section of sheet vinyl flooring?

Can you replace a section of sheet vinyl flooring? Use a Scrap Piece of Flooring Don't replace a vinyl floor just because it's sustained some damage. Use a scrap piece of the flooring material and install a patch that's practically undetectable. How long does it take to lay a sheet of vinyl flooring? Measure right up to the center of doors where it comes. Allow 75 mm extra to each edge for proper cutting and trimming. For most rooms, you need 1 sheet of vinyl floor. Even before you start laying your sheet vinyl, unroll it on the room floor...

Tips

How to troubleshoot a gas fireplace intermittent flame problem?

How to troubleshoot a gas fireplace intermittent flame problem? The troubleshooting guide says to insure good connections from the (sensor in the flame) all the way to the control and the manual I looked at yesterday said to clean it with steel wool. It may be the control is bad. If you know the age of the unit, (actually they only need the serial #) it may be a warranty upgrade. Check with nearest dealer. Why does my gas fireplace keep going out? Once the flame is established it quits sparking and if sensor is clean a small current travels...

Miscellaneous

Will wd40 help loosen a screw?

Will wd40 help loosen a screw? If the bolt is stuck in place because of rust, you can use a bolt loosening spray such as WD-40 Penetrant Spray. This penetrating oil provides deep lubrication to loosen the nut or screw. This will help the formula to penetrate the fitting and loosen the bolt so that it can be removed easily. What can I use to loosen a bolt? How to Loosen Nuts and BoltsSpray the nut with penetrating oil and let the oil sit for 10 to 15 minutes to penetrate the threads of the bolt. Hold a hammer against...

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What are the risks of lead exposure?

What are the risks of lead exposure? Exposure to high levels of lead may cause anemia, weakness, and kidney and brain damage. Very high lead exposure can cause death. Lead can cross the placental barrier, which means pregnant women who are exposed to lead also expose their unborn child. Who is most at risk for exposure to lead? For example, older houses and houses in low-income areas are more likely to contain lead-based paint and lead pipes, faucets, and plumbing fixtures. Children who live in households at or below the federal poverty level and those who live in housing built...

Guidelines

How long does a re shingle roof last?

How long does a re shingle roof last? Homeowners with wood shake roofs should expect them to last about 30 years, while fiber cement shingles last about 25 years and asphalt shingle/composition roofs last about 20 years, the NAHB found. Climate and weather conditions, such as snow, hail and hurricanes, can cut the life span of all types of roofs. How often do shingle roofs need to be replaced? In general, this is the recommended replacement schedule based on the material used: Composition Shingles: 12-20 years. Asphalt Shingles: 15-30 years. Wood Shingles: 20-25 years. What's the average life of a...

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What are some questions to ask before remodeling your home?

What are some questions to ask before remodeling your home? 11 questions to ask before remodeling. 1 1. What will the weather be like? 2 2. How much time is it going to take? 3 3. How long will your materials take to arrive? 4 4. Where will you store your materials? 5 5. Where will you stay and for how long? What happens when you do a home remodel? A renovation means trucks parked in your driveway, possibly a Dumpster, pallets of materials and debris everywhere, muddy sidewalks. It’s a tough thing to come home to, but you can’t...

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Can you use PVA to seal brickwork?

Can you use PVA to seal brickwork? Wash down with water and seal with one part PVA to five parts water. This will trap dust and protect the brick while allowing it to breathe, and won't look shiny. What can I use to cover a brick wall? Cover the exposed brick wall with cement render if you want to maintain the texture of the wall. Cement render is also known as stucco, and it is generally made up of sand, cement and lime plaster. You can choose from textured, troweled or polished cement render or stucco. Can you cover brickwork?...

Miscellaneous

What should I know about air conditioners?

What should I know about air conditioners? 9 Things Everyone Should Know about Central Air Conditioners1 – Changing the Filter. 2 – Fix Leaky Ducts. 3 – Use a Programmable Thermostat With Your Central Air Conditioner. 4 – Insulate the Ducts. 5 – Keep the Compressor Clean. 6 – Prevent Heat in the First Place. 7 – Maintenance is Important. 8 – Avoid Closing Off Rooms. What kind of AC system do I have? But, for the most part, you can tell whether you have an AC or heat pump by: Turning on the heat, then checking if the outside...

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Do you need a chimney for an oil furnace?

Do you need a chimney for an oil furnace? An oil furnace needs a chimney liner. The purpose of any chimney liner, or flue, is to keep the smoke, fumes and toxic gases from penetrating the chimney mortar and entering the living space. The fuel used in an oil furnace creates an oil mist. Can you vent a wood stove into a chimney? Stoves can be added to a fireplace in several ways. Free-standing stoves can be installed so that the stove pipe enters into the fireplace chimney above the damper, through the damper or into the firebox below the...