Unanswered Questions
14,601 questions with no upvoted or accepted answers
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Can someone assess my original thermostat's wiring setup?
This is a new world for me, I haven't messed with circuits since physics 101. When I watched a quick youtube tutorial on setting up my Nest E, I thought it'd be a simple "move wire in old C, to new C ...
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How do I manage grounding when installing a metal extension on a plastic box?
I've been repairing an outlet that's not supposed to be recessed, but is, so I purchased a box extension from the local hardware store. When I tried to put it in, I realized it interferes with the ...
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Are there any special considerations when cutting powder-coated metal?
I have a thin powder-coated steel sheet which I'd like to cut into panels.
I've never cut powder-coated metal before.
Are there any considerations I need to make when doing so?
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Need help on error code for a solar power inverter
I have a solar array with 2 Sunpower/Sunnyboy inverters model SPR-6000m. One of the inverters has an error that from the manual (see pic) is "Inverter Interference". The indicator lights that blink ...
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What is this noise from next door?
There’s a strange mechanical whirr coming from the building next door. It buzzes every four minutes.
Listen here: https://clyp.it/3qwn1qhc
We keep the windows open in our bedroom during the winter ...
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Fried switches, light fixtures, or wire?
In an attempt to fix a wiring problem from five years ago, I made a huge error. Here's the scenario:
Box 1: Has switch #1 in a four-way set up (it's a 3-way switch) and is where the power comes in. ...
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Changing bulb in bathroom light fitting
I've tried looking for guides, but I haven't seen any other lights like mine
It seems like there is a cover over the bulb but I haven't been able to remove it and even if I could I don't think the ...
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Water Heater not getting 240v?
My water heater stopped working a few days ago and I've been trouble shooting it ever since.
I found water in the connection receptacle. the leak from the the Air Conditioning unit above it has been ...
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Why is my shower drain blocked for several minutes before draining?
Every day when I have a shower, the drain starts out plugged. The water from my shower will slowly fill the tub. After about a minute or 2 the drain will unblock itself and the water will all drain ...
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Was my home's dormer flashing installed incorrectly?
I've lived in this home for two years now. Roof is probably at least 10-15 years old, perhaps 20 years.
We started noticing some water stains on the ceiling soon after moving in. On a closer look, it ...
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200Amp Panel upgrade, Flush panel to Surface mount
I'm looking to get my house panel upgraded from a 100 amp FPE firestarter panel to new Square D Panel. The panel I want to use is surface mount and the one built into the house in the 1970's is flush ...
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Replacing a top plate underneath a fireplace, with an attached exterior deck
Amateur here.
I have a house where the chimney run framing extends to the basement (rather than simply sitting on a platform attached to the main floor). The only fireplace present is on the main ...
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Can I use this White Wire for a thermostat C wire?
An AC-only machine cools a storage facility: no heat. The 30 year old thermostat is to be replaced with a wifi thermostat, which requires a C-wire to power the electronics.
There are 4 wires:
Red (...
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Why isn't my furnace igniting?
I noticed cold air from my Carrier 58SS furnace. The main burners were not lighting. The pilot flame was strong, but yellow.
When I tapped on the gas valve, the pilot shut off. I removed the pilot ...
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New bathroom double vanity. One sink runs the other backs up and drains slow
So when I run either sink for a minute the other fills and they both drain slow. Is it the trap height and/or a clog in the old line or something else. Noob here n looking for help. Thanks
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