Recent content by steveo1o9

When I moved into my house a few years ago I replaced all the locks with new ones. I don't remember the website but I got all new schlage locks (deadbolt and knobs) and they had the option to have them all keyed the same at checkout for no additional cost. Online pricing saved me probably 20%...

As already stated just call up another septic company and have them come out to trace your lines. They will enter from the septic tank and trace the line to the distribution box. From there they should be able to mark the corners of the leach field. Should only cost a couple hundred dollars...

Too much water all at once can wash solids from the tank to the leach field. But yes you are correct tank level should never change, unless you are using an absurd amount of water that is probably not the issue. Most septic systems are designed for a demand of 150-300 gallons of water per day...

Find a good septic installer that also does inspections. They will locate all parts of the system and should check the tank, d-box, and core your leach field to see the condition of gravel media. Some companies even offer cameraing the pipes. There are many factors that could be creating your...

Just play dumb. Convince her she has baby brain and that those cabinets have been hung for months at her request. Or try and tell her you did it for more storage space because babies need tons of stuff so the more storage the better. I had to build storage shelves in the attic and re-organize...

You might want to think about what your needs are and the intended use of the garage. If you only intend on parking cars in it then the slope will be nice for rain and snow melt. If you plan on having a workshop the sloped floor may create a headache when trying to level everything. A 3" drop...

I personally like garages to match the house or at least compliment it so it doesn't look like an after thought. That blue against the brick house would drive me absolutely nuts. I wouldn't do much brick work but would probably at least try and paint it red or even just a more neutral color...

I needed two "premium" pine 8' 1x3s for a quick large picture frame project. I went to Lowes and they only had 2 boards that were so warped I was disgusted they were even on the floor, let alone at the price for "premium". I went over to HD and was happy to see that they had a whole stack of...

I'm not sure I would be worried about the resale, most people wouldn't even notice this issue until its too late, or would actually use the garage for cars unlike the majority of us here. If they whole neighborhood is laid out this way then no body else minded. You just fall into the small...

^This sounds about right to me :thumbup:. As said "state" is just a mix approved to be used by the DOT. There are many different types of state approved asphalts as he explained above all with their own intended uses. So defiantly ask the contractor some more questions because "state" is not...

That's a pretty big design flaw to not allow you full use of your driveway. If it's common in your area then it's probably a dumb design requirement you City has. Typically the sidewalk is at the edge of the right of way, so does the city own a large portion of the lawn?

Had a battery blow while driving back in college, and it scared the **** out of me. What a mess it made in the engine bay, I couldn't image that mess in my garage out in the open. Turned out the car had a bad alternator and was overcharging, fried some electronics too in the process.

I agree the old fireplaces could be a neat focal point depending on placement and condition. Depending on size and venting you could do a gas or even electric insert.

Yeah I don't have any black mold at this point its the white/green mold. Basically anything that retains moisture is now starting to grow mold (ex. boots, scrap wood, motorcycle jacket, etc.). It's not hard to clean or damaging anything just a nuisance at this point. I was looking at the...

Anybody running a dehumidifier in their garage? We have had an extremely hot and wet summer here on the east coast and going through my garage I am starting to notice mold growing all over. I want to purchase a dehumidifier to try and combat the humidity. Any recommendations?