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Do I need a rain sensor on my sprinkler system?

Do I need a rain sensor on my sprinkler system? But, for most of us in order to start your sprinkler system around 4 of 5am, it is necessary to program our controllers so that we do not have to get up earlier than we would like, just to turn on the sprinkler system and thus a rain sensor is necessary at this point just in case it rains overnight or in the morning ... Does a sprinkler system have to be monitored? Monitoring is not required for automatic sprinkler systems protecting one-and two-family dwellings. Monitoring is also not required...

Q&A

How do I know if a wall is a fire wall?

How do I know if a wall is a fire wall? A common fire rated wall in a home is the wall between the garage and living spaces. Open the door and look on the frame and the inside edge of the door next to the hinges. A fire rated door has a metal tag listing the fire rating of the door assembly. What is a firewall wall? The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 221 Standard for High Challenge Firewalls, Firewalls, and Fire Barrier Walls defines a firewall as a wall separating buildings or subdividing a building to prevent the...

Miscellaneous

What does the Bosch Water Wizard 960 do?

What does the Bosch Water Wizard 960 do? After our quick arrival we assessed the Bosch Water Wizard 960 installed, this used to be an extremely common unit that we used to repair on a near daily basis and is able to deliver up to 16 litres of hot water a minute. The Bosch Water Wizard is an instantaneous hot water unit, which means no bulky storage tank and no running out of hot water! Is the Bosch Water Wizard instantaneous hot water? The Bosch Water Wizard is an instantaneous hot water unit, which means no bulky storage tank and...

Lifehacks

What to do if your GE ice maker is not working?

What to do if your GE ice maker is not working? GE Ice Maker Isn't Working. When your GE refrigerator isn't making ice, you'll first want to identify the shutoff switch for your refrigerator's ice maker. Shut off this part of the appliance and leave it off for at least 30 seconds. While the power is off, locate the arm within the ice maker, which is a thick wire. Where is the ice maker on a GE side by side refrigerator? Locate the shut-off switch on the front of the GE refrigerator ice maker and turn the switch off, leaving...

Tips

Is it safe to light furnace pilot?

Is it safe to light furnace pilot? Light the Pilot Light Once enough time has passed for any lingering gas to dissipate, it is safe to light your furnace pilot light. Turn the switch to “pilot.” As you hold the reset button, bring a flame close to the pilot light opening. Make sure you use a long handled lighter to relight your pilot light. Is there a pilot light for a furnace? If you have an older gas furnace, your heating unit relies on a little blue flame known as a pilot light to ensure ignition of the burners. If...

Guidelines

Are Stearns and Foster mattresses adjustable?

Are Stearns and Foster mattresses adjustable? All but one model (extra firm) of the Stearns & Foster brand of mattresses by Sealy are now available with adjustable beds. The adjustable foundation for the Stearns and Foster mattresses is the Stearns & Foster Reflexion 7 Adjustable Base. Do Stearns and Foster mattresses sag? Stearns and Foster mattresses are innerspring and hybrid. Though they use high end materials and use authentic craftspeople to manufacture their mattresses, there are numerous reports of the mattresses sagging over a short period of time, especially their lower priced collections like Estate and Lux Estate. What is...

Q&A

How do I make my sliding glass door seal better?

How do I make my sliding glass door seal better? Installing insulation over the stationary glass panel, and weatherstripping between the insulation and the sliding glass door effectively seals the sliding glass door from the inside. This insulation seal stops cold outside air from radiating into the house. What is best security for sliding patio door? Top sliding glass door security locksToledo Sliding Door Lock: Best overall.Lion Lock: Budget pick.OKEFAN Baby Safety Window Lock: Best for baby-proofing.4.BK110 Security Bar: Best security bar.LockiT Double Bolt Sliding Door Lock: Best secondary lock. How much does it cost to replace a Pella sliding...

Trending

What should I consider when buying a sliding glass door?

What should I consider when buying a sliding glass door? On the flip side, a sliding glass door is a high traffic area that demands durability, some privacy, and ease of use. Here are some items to consider when purchasing window treatments for your sliding glass door: What kind of sliding glass door is Windoor? A fresh take on a classic, our WinDoor Bi-Fold door is a bottom-mounted system ideal for residential or commercial storefront applications. A marvel of scale and sophistication, our Lift & Slide Door uses an innovative system that lifts to slide, then lowers and seals for...

Miscellaneous

Why does my living room smell musty?

Why does my living room smell musty? Stagnant air — Stagnant air traps airborne particles like dust, mold spores, and even tobacco smoke from your clothes. Not only does dust make your room look and feel dirty, it also affects the quality of your air and can cause a musty smell. Can musty smell be something other than mold? Why does my home smell musty? If your home or clothing smells musty, chances are you have mold or mildew hiding out. While other things — like a lack of ventilation or high levels of humidity — can make a musty...

Tips

What pliers are used to remove snap rings?

What pliers are used to remove snap rings? Circlip pliers are sometimes referred to as retaining ring pliers, snap ring pliers or C-clip pliers. They're designed for installing or removing circlips, a type of fastener that works like a retaining ring. How do you remove a snap ring without holes? If you need to remove a circlip that doesn't have holes on the ends, it is recommended to use a pair of narrow tip pliers. The fine tips of the pliers should be able to securely hold the snap ring and enable careful removal. What do snap ring pliers do?...