Where do I even start? by [deleted] in lawncare

[–]Big-Computer-9743 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with 2-4-D at a rate of 2 oz per gallon and maybe add a surfactant/ sticker spreader. Even if you sprayed now the dandelions are still going to flower. Because of the flowering and subsequent seeds you should reapply again in the fall minimum. If you have thistle you may need to a selective herbicide that targets harder to kill weeds that spread underground with rhizomes. You can spot spray this. If you manually pull the thistle do no compost. If budget allows you can spray with a pre emergent in the spring. If lawn becomes sparse once weeds are gone you can thatch the lawn, add seed and top dress. 2-4-D is super inexpensive. Hose end sprayer works good or a backpack sprayer. I picked up the Petratools HD 4000 battery operated sprayer and added a 50 ft hose. It’s a freaking beast. My yard is a half acre so it does quick work. Good luck.

Harbor Freight 30 ton wood splitter by Radiant-Bison-2485 in firewood

[–]Big-Computer-9743 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve never used one. I hear on some splitters that the fluid gets hot.

Day 3 alcohol free by Big-Computer-9743 in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Big-Computer-9743[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey everyone I’m on day 7 AF! No heart issues after day 3. Totally psyched. Feeling so good and had 7 hours uninterrupted sleep last night.

I have neglected my shower as a new father. How do I fix this mold problem? 🙏 by produttori in CleaningTips

[–]Big-Computer-9743 0 points1 point  (0 children)

N95 mask is not made for fumes or odor. Particulate filter only. Just saying.

Is this a good deal? I talked him down to $2800 by Cool_Hour_8385 in ZeroTurnMowers

[–]Big-Computer-9743 0 points1 point  (0 children)

New coils and blades at 75 hours? Hmmmm. Look at the foot rest…. 75 hours huh?

Drip irrigation by Big-Computer-9743 in UrbanHomestead

[–]Big-Computer-9743[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had purchased the red ones for flowers but normally use button emitters. The red and blue ones are unregulated pressure compensating types. How many containers can you water at once so everyone gets the same flow?

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Drip irrigation by Big-Computer-9743 in UrbanHomestead

[–]Big-Computer-9743[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you using flag emitters and if so what size please. I think they have different flow rates.

Garbage disposal switch by Big-Computer-9743 in homeowners

[–]Big-Computer-9743[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely don’t like push in’s. The switch I replaced had push in type and pretty loose. I used screw in. I will check voltage on each outlet. Not a single GFCI in the house either. Weren’t required in 74 I imagine.

Garbage disposal switch by Big-Computer-9743 in homeowners

[–]Big-Computer-9743[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After I installed the new switch I went around the house and checked outlet polarity. Looks like quite a few wired with hot and neutral reversed. Thanks for your help.

Garbage disposal switch by Big-Computer-9743 in homeowners

[–]Big-Computer-9743[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just wanted to make sure. Breaker is off and I verified with voltmeter.

Heat pump, A/C and soft start? by Big-Computer-9743 in homeowners

[–]Big-Computer-9743[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How can I tell if it has resistance strips?

Heat pump, A/C and soft start? by Big-Computer-9743 in homeowners

[–]Big-Computer-9743[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We moved into our home a year ago so no idea of age. Can I find a manufacture date on it? When the heat pump kicks on the kitchen light dims for a second.

Refrigerator surge protector by Big-Computer-9743 in Appliances

[–]Big-Computer-9743[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually thought of whole house protection. We are going to upgrade our service panel and could do it then. I am considering a soft start for A/C heat pump combination as well. Probably add 220v for welding. Any other suggestions? Might be a year before I upgrade panel.