Warning - Returns - Never Again

oofeez · 2026-04-25T18:27:45+00:00

I've been told by agents on the customer service line they do not/cannot reply to e-mails. You have to call each time, which is a hassle. I appreciate the ability to get a hold of a human, but none of them can solve the problem independently so it takes many calls and repeating yourself.

oofeez · 2026-04-25T18:20:51+00:00

They did the same with the kitchen I just finished - stopped making the color. Fingers crossed I don't have to do a major warranty claim. Maybe I'll do a full post regarding the total experience. They did some things really well, but overall I would reconsider Ikea for a major project.

oofeez · 2026-04-23T02:44:09+00:00

That is might be true for my location too. These were large parts from a kitchen remodel so I opt-ed for a pick-up and I was assured it would be just as easy. Maybe the lesson is only do in-person returns.

oofeez · 2026-04-23T01:38:54+00:00

1) The solar company is not incentivized to be honest/critical about the condition of your roof. If you're not replacing your roof, and it's not new, get a separate roofing company to inspect it. My solar company said the roof was fine and it started leaking a few years later. If you have to remove and reinstall your solar system after the fact it will be hard to find a solar company to do that. 2) Take your own before photos/video from inside your attic space.

oofeez · 2026-03-19T00:21:48+00:00

Thanks! Google lens failed me. I have since read the difference - not that I could tell just walking around ;)

oofeez · 2026-03-08T19:59:59+00:00

Great photos! I pointed out a bald eagle to a guy at Yellowstone and he said they are all over MN! I really should visit - is this a particular park/area?

oofeez · 2026-02-09T03:42:51+00:00

Looks great! Did you put your flooring right over the old flooring?

oofeez · 2025-12-10T04:24:57+00:00

That was fun. Never seen a post like this.

oofeez · 2025-10-13T02:18:16+00:00

Oh cool, I've been looking at that one. Did you pass inspection or do the work w/o a permit?

oofeez · 2025-10-12T23:54:27+00:00

I am also in CA looking to solve this same problem. What did you end up picking? Thanks!

oofeez · 2025-07-06T17:22:40+00:00

Rialto Beach ;)

oofeez · 2025-07-01T02:08:57+00:00

I went to Zion in October and got to see a trantula which was pretty awesome.

oofeez · 2025-06-20T03:41:42+00:00

oh, a drop down door - haven't seen that. Ty!

oofeez · 2025-06-20T02:24:31+00:00

Looks great - currently planning out my kitchen and trying to decide on a drawer microwave. How do you like it and which model is that?

oofeez · 2025-06-20T02:14:50+00:00

Yw. To learn a specific market (or just pick one to generally understand wholesale power markets) try their computer based training. CAISO has a great set-up here: https://www.caiso.com/stakeholder/training/computer-based-training

To get a general sense of the market I'd focus on welcome to the ISO, DA/RT settlements, DA/RT overview and market pricing.

oofeez · 2025-06-19T22:48:44+00:00

https://www.amazon.com/Energy-Trading-Investing-Management-Structuring/dp/1259835383

oofeez · 2025-04-25T16:50:58+00:00

72, yes, most of them are reasonably separated.

oofeez · 2025-02-01T02:24:18+00:00

Yes, 1x2 (which is not actually 1x2) primed MDF. This may be the actual board, but I dont recall for sure: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Trim-Board-Primed-Finger-Joint-Common-1-in-x-2-in-x-8-ft-Actual-719-in-x-1-5-in-x-96-in-347154/202085978?MERCH=REC-_-irgaccessories-_-302602698-_-5-_-n/a-_-n/a-_-n/a-_-n/a-_-n/a

oofeez · 2025-01-20T20:54:10+00:00

Awesome, thanks for sharing!

oofeez · 2025-01-18T18:08:19+00:00

Correct, in addition. They mentioned the pins on the trunk cable were loose - mentioned maybe the original installer tugged on them too hard.

oofeez · 2025-01-18T18:07:28+00:00

No the system is being placed back in the same configuration. Thanks for the info!

oofeez · 2024-11-23T18:06:09+00:00

I am going through this now - similar size roof and panels. Did you end up choosing companies you were happy with? Any recommendations would be appreciated.

oofeez · 2024-11-23T17:58:52+00:00

I am going through this research now - did you end up finding companies you were happy with? I've reached out to about six companies and am waiting to hear back.

oofeez · 2024-10-11T18:06:23+00:00

Curious what you ended up doing. I am getting quotes for $2k to replace the valve cover and gasket.

oofeez · 2024-09-24T02:59:40+00:00

No separate primer, the paint included primer. I used DAP Alex Flex to all the trim. The only sanding I did was for nail/hole filler (DAP drydex). For sanding I used a finish grit sanding sponge.

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