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    AC crankcase heater failure: Is this common?

    crankcase heater keeps the compressor from compressing liquid. which is not a good thing
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    Plumbing Vent through roof - what's the best way?

    install a stoudder (sp) vent and then you don't need to go out the roof
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    Time to upgrade the HVAC system for the house?

    "Tomstin" The system you describe sounds like a Flex Owl duct layout which I'm not in favor of which consists of trunklines going to "mini" distribution boxes. I hate those boxes because the are made of ductboard which is a cardboard like box. I would have those removed and have the duct system...
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    "Duct Leakage"

    I agree with Rick except I do not recommend leaving the blower on during the A/C months because all the moisture that has been removed, some is still sitting in the coils drain pan and the blower will "throw" some of that humidity back into the house. which can be counterproductive Heat mode...
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    Time to upgrade the HVAC system for the house?

    Rick I believe that your quality installation is what has yielded good results for you and your customers, not the equipment. I believe success is 20% equipment and 80% installation. :beer:
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    Time to upgrade the HVAC system for the house?

    I have been in the HVAC industry for 20 years in Metro Atlanta and work for the largest Trane Dealer in Atlanta and one of the largest in the nation. Now with that being said Trane still makes and uses the climatuff compressor, they make a scroll and a reciprocating unit. The reason why Trane is...
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    Be here on Friday!

    I ordered mine on Monday had a tracking # 3hours after order via UPS. checked arrival day set for Friday, arrived on Friday at 10AM arrived home at 3pm floor installed with the help of my 8 year old by 6pm. Looks great will report back in future for durability. Thank you Big Floors.:beer::thumbup:
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    Be here on Friday!

    Shocker what did you pay per tile??
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    Be here on Friday!

    I know how you feel. I bought the garage deck through bigfloors.com. Ordered it Monday at 2pm, had a tracking # by 6pm with an arrival time of Friday. According to ups its somewhere between Salinas Kansas and Atlanta Georgia. I feel like a kid watching the news on Christmas Eve to see where...
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    what R value would you insulate to...

    If money is the issue than spray foam IS the way to go!! If you look at up front costs vs. energy savings foam pays for itself quickly 5 yrs +/-. I am in the HVAC industry in GA. I see lots of homes daily who suffer due to poor insulation and poor building practices. The foam insulation will...
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    Racedeck tile patterns

    I'm looking to do my floor with Racedeck. I've played with the pattern sheet on line. The more designs I make the harder to decide. Please post your garage tile floor designs I have an 18 x 24 garage. Help me decide.:thumbup:
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    Folding ladders???

    On the little giant check the load ratings I have one that is a type 1 rated for 300+ lbs they make a type 2 with a different load rating make sure you check there is a definite difference between the 2
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    Race Deck Install

    I am looking at Garage Deck for my garage. I have a rubber threshold at my garage door. how has everyone installed the product so that it butts against the threshold WITHOUT using the end pieces which are expensive or do I have to use them to get a finished look??
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    Lifting a cabinet into place

    I just realized you're in Atlanta. Well so am I I live in the Stone Mtn area. I' m 6'4" and plenty strong enough to help let me know when and I'll help you. Scott 404-886-6735
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    Trafficmaster Allure Garage Flooring - Home Depot

    I just checked the website and they ar listed at $3.09/ sq. ft. I live in Atlanta Georgia. Must be a Vancouver thing.
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