I have a toilet fill valve that was dripping water and water got underneath the laminate wood floors in a nearby closet. I tightened the fill valve and all has been good but I was meaning to replace that fill valve because I have a feeling it will get loose again. Anyways, I've been lazy and haven't been by that property in a couple months so hopefully it doesn't flood the entire downstairs. Wish me luck (because I fully intend to continue being lazy).

On a different note, forum member pmanprays just purchased a condo:

Feel kind of stupid that I can't figure this out or find something, but any suggestions on a ramp for this? We want it as unassuming as possible. This isn't the best picture, but it's a slightly curved driveway ( back of a cul-de-sac). I have tried to find something, but what I'm running into is most ramps for for curbs. This is slanted, but it's too steep and the angle too straight for my car (or pretty much any car) to get up without scraping. I'm tired of parking oddly in front of the driveway, and my wife is converting from SUV to car, and she DEFINITELY won't want to do that.

Pro-tip. Even if its 80 degrees when you replace the blower motor you should probably also test your heat. I did not.

First cold day we put the thermostat on Heat and the blower starts up but not getting any heat - pull the panel off and the burner not lit, checked the obvious like blocked condensation line, blocked air intake, blocked air outtake, gas line not open, etc - did a hard reset and nothing. Rechecked all the connections on the main circuit board and they seemed tight and correct.

Couple YouTube vids later and I am using a jumper on the 'High Limit Switch' which bolts to the metal blower assembly that would shut down the furnace if it runs too hot. Bingo - it kicks on and we have flame. Cost of the switch is $82 so I figure remove it, clean it, test it for continuity then clean and re-crimp the spade contacts. Back in business at a total cost of $0 and about an hour of troubleshooting.

Guessing a paid HVAC wouldn't have made this mistake since my initial disassembly is likely what caused this issue, but then again I have my doubts

I cant really make out what's the issue, is that a shadow or the bottom of a curb? May need another photo and maybe add a ruler or something for scale. I would think if you are just trying to limit the angle you could use a line of paver stones or similar

My neighbors just use these:

https://www.amazon.com/Car-Driveway-...07SVZX9N2?th=1

Porter,

Not sure I'm getting what you're after, but one thing to consider. If you end up pouring some concrete, or a similar solution that's permanent, might consider laying some PVC in there. Open at both ends to let rainwater drain off the way it does today.

What is the height and width of the asphalt ramp?

Did you put the asphalt ramp in? If so, how long has it been there for. I just ask because I’m curious if there is any depth into the roadway or if it just comes to a point. Typical minimum thickness for asphalt is 2”. Less than that an it will chip and crack easily

Typical minimum thickness for concrete is 4”. Pouring concrete would definitely involve excavation. Most people don’t realize this. In my state, on state roadways, you only see 4” or 6” of curb, but it’s actually 16” deep, minimum and sidewalks are 4” thick minimum.

Noticed a house in the neighborhood next door that laid some PVC under their little ramp. I'm sure they didn't do it up to code, seeing what you wrote.

Start practicing backing up into your garage.

Matching monster trucks ftw!

Or at least bigger tires?

Here's my neighbors curb

well he shouldn't have to worry about water going down his driveway
leveling the pavers out a bit before sloping away could have helped as well, but it's also hard to tell where the drive is going

I'm no engineer, but wouldn't that just keep the transition from feeling like jumping a curb but do little or nothing to help the scraping?

eta: On second thought, that might help there as it seems like a longer and more gradual transition than in Hey_Porter's pic.

I would think it depends on the distance from the front lip to the wheels.

That is probably the most frequent spot, but some cars will scrape between the front and rear wheels as well. Ask me how I know

If only the front lip scrapes, that would probably work.

I think it would prevent scraping of the front bumper (whatever is right below that), but do nothing for scraping the underside between the wheels (if that's what was happening).

edit: I see my pony was slow. I don't think this problem is fixable in any practical way. Scrape or park your Lambo somewhere else.

No second thoughts are necessary the angle of getting in and out of that driveway should alleviate the need for a ramp.

I just finished replacing a garbage disposal for the first time. Yee haa!

Now the money I saved from not having a plumber do it will be wisely invested in muscle relaxants and pain pills.

Make sure you took out the plug and kink the hose from the dishwasher up.

Now you tell me about the plug



ruh roh. Not sure I kinked the hose up enough--or at all. I'll have to check that when my wife isn't around so as not to embarrass myself.

eta: Just checked and discovered why I didn't remember doing that--assuming I'm understanding you correctly. The last 1" or so is a thick rubber overlay on the end of the hose, so that is what I clamped to the disposal. It has been a few hours, we've run the dishwasher once, seen no leaks, and I'm very encouraged by my handiwork. *knock wood*

Yeah the kink just prevents backwash, but it's not a zomg gonna ruin everything immediately problem.

About two months ago I found a bunch of gnats? And awful smell from my parents dishwasher and that seemed to be the problem. They only at that home part time, though.

Can someone tell me what pirnciple and interest means please? Taken off of zillow copy and paste of home mobile im looking at...


$67,5002 bd2 ba1,120 sqft
Price cut: $5.4K (10/25)
4470 E Vegas Valley Dr #173, Las Vegas, NV 89121
For saleZestimate®: $64,714
Est. payment: $343/mo
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Mobilemanufactured
Built in 2022
Forced air, electric
Central
Carport
$60 price/sqft
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This 1120 square foot mobile / manufactured home has 2 bedrooms and 2.0 bathrooms. This home is located at 4470 E Vegas Valley Dr #173, Las Vegas, NV 89121.
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Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
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Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum / Vinyl
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Heating features: Forced air, Electric
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Cooling features: Central
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Appliances included: Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven
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Total interior livable area: 1,120 sqft
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Parking features: Carport
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Exterior features: Vinyl, Wood
Patio and porch details: Deck, Covered Porch
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Additional structures included: Carport
Lease amount: $800
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Home type: MobileManufactured
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Roof: Asphalt
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Year built: 2022
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Electric information: Amps(0)
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Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Heating: Forced Air, Electric
Roof: Asphalt
Appliances: Disposal, Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refigerator
CarportYN: true
HeatingYN: true
PatioAndPorchFeatures: Deck, Covered Porch
CoolingYN: true
Furnished: Unfurnished
LandLeaseAmount: 800
ParkingFeatures: Driveway
ConstructionMaterials: HardiPlank Type
YearBuiltEffective: 0
CoveredSpaces: 0
OpenParkingYN: true
LandLeaseYN: true
Cooling: Central
MlsStatus: Active
TaxAnnualAmount: 0
Electric: Amps(0)
OtherStructures: Carport

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10/25/2022 Price change $67,500 (-7.4%)$60/sqft
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10/13/2022 Listed for sale $72,900 (+37.5%)$65/sqft
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6/27/2022 Listing removed $52,999$47/sqft
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6/2/2022 Price change $52,999 (-30.3%)$47/sqft
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5/6/2022 Listed for sale $75,999$68/sqft
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Principal & interest
$262/mo

Mortgage insurance
$0/mo

Property taxes
$57/mo

Home insurance
$24/mo

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Its a mobile home in las vegas I never seen principle and interest I thought just pay the mortgage and the home and property taxes. DO i have to pay this principle and interest?? ( i guess obviously i do lol) 8)

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Monthly cost
Estimated monthly cost
$343

...which equals....

Mortgage (Principal & interest)
$262/mo

Mortgage insurance
$0/mo

Property taxes
$57/mo

Home insurance
$24/mo

HOA fees
N/A

Principal and interest is the mortgage.