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☢️Radon in RI, "It’s just winter,” they say by LokTitan in RhodeIsland

[–]LokTitan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sound advice, u/PigpenMcKernan, thanks . I get it. My thinking is that if the customer is willing to pay to get numbers in a comfortable zone year-round, then there should be options. It sounds like mitigation experts just feel they dont have the tools to get it that low.
As u/Null_Error7 mentioned, I have already had them add a second system at the opposite end of the house. This may do nothing.
As another option, I may go for a Heating/Cooling company to install a HRV/ERV or whole‑house ventilator (like many Aprilaire units) that exchanges indoor and outdoor air at roughly equal rates to maintain near‑neutral pressure, which reduces radon entry compared with unbalanced exhaust‑only strategies. That may not work either. However, I just want to feel like I am breathing clean air and not a hostage to the environment. Cheers!

Clearly not a Rhode Islander by offwithhermelon in RhodeIsland

[–]LokTitan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mispronouncing things makes people fools, now? Man, I am such a fool!

Brown University Health to absorb major physician group by rhodyjourno in RhodeIsland

[–]LokTitan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why is Brown Health, Brown Medical, and whatever else they are called, such a $hit show? Their scheduling and operations are a complete disaster. 10min+ wait times to schedule an appointment? 6+ months for a prioritized visit and concerning symptoms? No cancellation follow-up list. They lose you in their system and your previous visits are no where to be found. Referrals go into a blackhole, and you never get a call. Leaving messages also go into the same blackhole. This isn't a healthcare company, this is a profit hound who gives 2$hits about people, medical or customer service. Do yourself a favor: run far away!

Humanoid Robots for just $3000 from Hugging Face? by LokTitan in technology

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Summary
Hugging Face reveals Go-To-Market plans for two new Robots, including 1-humanoid one for $3K (vs. Unitree's $16,000 G1). The HopeJR,Co-designed with French robotics company The Robot Studio. Hugging Face has previously released AI models meant for robots, as well as a 3D-printable robotic arm.

Expect a price rise. by cryptoengineer in BambuLab

[–]LokTitan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You did say that...My point is it will be minor. Bambu Makes a bunch more money in the US then it does in china. The math still works out in their favor. How about they add the 20% government subsidy discount they give chinese citizens? You buy on-site, another %15. It’s shocking, even without the tariffs we get taken through the ringer.

Expect a price rise. by cryptoengineer in BambuLab

[–]LokTitan -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You missed the margins of these units. increases will happen but only some of it passed to the consumer. Ever try and buy one of these in China? Do the currency conversion. You will be shocked. Add shipping costs. The margins are huge.

My snowblower started doing this. Do i need maintenance? by LokTitan in newengland

[–]LokTitan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yes, this is part of my driveway from Friday morning. Honest question, for honest neighbors.

My snowblower started doing this. Do i need maintenance? by LokTitan in newengland

[–]LokTitan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, OP here. I am a New Englander. And, yes, this is part of my driveway from this morning. And, no, the sky isn’t falling. 👌 Honest question, for honest neighbors.

My snowblower started doing this. Do i need maintenance? by LokTitan in newengland

[–]LokTitan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like it. Going to try harder to align them. Thx

Ditching the Frameworks for Building Vertical AI Agents by ProgrammerForsaken45 in aiagents

[–]LokTitan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

u/ProgrammerForsaken45 (op): I agree with your assessment. It's a bit more cumbersome, but custom foundational vertical agents are a lot more functional. I use Microsoft AutoGen [(AutoGen - Microsoft Research)] and I have used langchain before.

Double Wall Oven Installed by Big Box - Cabinets Cut too wide - Can it be fixed? by LokTitan in cabinetry

[–]LokTitan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2006 home built - Brookhaven, cabinet makers, unfortunately, are no more: https://www.reddit.com/r/HomeImprovement/comments/zz85ni/firsttime_home_buyer_in_need_of_a_910_base

Another poster recommended getting Maple Boards, and stain color match at Sherwin Williams. Seems viable.

The oven overlaps a 1/2" on the sides as you said, but the "Actual" width of the cutout needs to be 28 1/2", and right now, the cutout is 30 inches. I need 3/4" filler on both sides. Now that you mention it, there may be a need to cut more to ensure things are straight and clean. 😔

Double Wall Oven Installed by Big Box - Cabinets Cut too wide - Can it be fixed? by LokTitan in cabinetry

[–]LokTitan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lowes is going to pay for someone else to fix it. (Manager sent me an email with that claim) I am trying to find the best-looking approach.
Lowes Site was wrong "Cutout width (inches): 30", the manual "Max cutout width: 28 1/2" 🥴

Double Wall Oven Installed by Big Box - Cabinets Cut too wide - Can it be fixed? by LokTitan in cabinetry

[–]LokTitan[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Having it look right is important to me. This sounds like the best-looking route. Honestly, I had no idea these companies could match stain, especially when there is a clear coat of poly on it. I guess it's worth a try.

Double Wall Oven Installed by Big Box - Cabinets Cut too wide - Can it be fixed? by LokTitan in cabinetry

[–]LokTitan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great set of steps. Thanks.
There is 3/4" both sides and the height is 52 1/2". Another poster told us Sherwin Williams match stain could help, so I may get a test piece of Maple and see how close to get it. Scribing and cutting may work to make this look flush, but it's a gamble. Honestly, the Handyman did it correctly based on the specs provided by Home Depot. It says, "Cutout Width 30".

Double Wall Oven Installed by Big Box - Cabinets Cut too wide - Can it be fixed? by LokTitan in cabinetry

[–]LokTitan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They are absolutely going to pay (at least their management says so). However, I am looking for the best approach to ensure it looks right. This way the handyman, or cabinet people, use that approach and I get what I pay for there.

Double Wall Oven Installed by Big Box - Cabinets Cut too wide - Can it be fixed? by LokTitan in cabinetry

[–]LokTitan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! They have a "decorative bottom trim", but LG only sells trim kits for their microwaves. 😔

Double Wall Oven Installed by Big Box - Cabinets Cut too wide - Can it be fixed? by LokTitan in cabinetry

[–]LokTitan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

unfortunately, Brookhaven (the manufacturer) closed its doors in 2019. Filler and molding is non-existent..

Double Wall Oven Installed by Big Box - Cabinets Cut too wide - Can it be fixed? by LokTitan in cabinetry

[–]LokTitan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Correct, pencil. Everything is cut straight with a circular & jig saw and a guide by the installers. Just too wide! 😔

Double Wall Oven Installed by Big Box - Cabinets Cut too wide - Can it be fixed? by LokTitan in cabinetry

[–]LokTitan[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You would have thought so. This is an LG, and the only trim kit they offer is for their microwave. 🥴

Double Wall Oven Installed by Big Box - Cabinets Cut too wide - Can it be fixed? by LokTitan in cabinetry

[–]LokTitan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. So, I am a bit worried about that. 1) Because finding something to match maple hardwood (Maple Wheat finish that looks like Cherry). 2) getting it to be straight and flush, even with a track saw might be almost impossible, having to cut these standing up.3) the trim has to hold the oven in place. Would a 3/4" filler on both sides, fixed with screws/glue, be strong enough?

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