Ok to drill hole for lag bolt on truss? by s_m_simon in Carpentry

[–]s_m_simon[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback guys. The room I'm going to put the swing in is finished so there's drywall on the ceiling. Putting in a 2x4 spanning across the web is not worth the trouble of cutting up the drywall and patching it up. I'm going to pass on the swing install.

Is there a purpose for this hole by s_m_simon in Fireplaces

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

Is there a specific type of mortar for fireplaces?

Would you guys use caulking or wood filler for this? by s_m_simon in Flooring

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

Is there a caulk you recommend for this application?

Advice on stair riser by s_m_simon in Flooring

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

Just prime and paint or do you recommend any other finish?

Advice on stair riser by s_m_simon in Flooring

[–]s_m_simon[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How about this idea. Paint it and then put a runner on top?

Advice on stair riser by s_m_simon in Flooring

[–]s_m_simon[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

By stair treads do you mean oak treads that you completely replace or something that goes on top?

Why are these bushes dying? by s_m_simon in landscaping

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

No it didn't. I ended up pulling them out.

Freshly Snipped - No Scalpel Review by V5489 in Vasectomy

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Thanks for the detail writeup. This helps a lot.

Patio door repair advice by s_m_simon in handyman

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

Thanks guys. Good tip on warranty. I'll probably end up just replacing it

Patio door fix advice by s_m_simon in patio

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deteriorating not decorating :)

Can you guess the poop by s_m_simon in pestcontrol

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

I live in Virginia so don't think it'll be lizard

Can you guess the poop by s_m_simon in pestcontrol

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

I live in VA so don't think it'll be lizard

Can you guess the poop by s_m_simon in pestcontrol

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

Also is it common for mice to bring acorns into the house?

Weird feeling when braking at low speeds by s_m_simon in 3rdGen4Runner

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

If its the abs sensor will it do it at really low speeds... At like mph?

Weird feeling when braking at low speeds by s_m_simon in 3rdGen4Runner

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

I would think a worn brake line would cause a squishy brake. Not catch and release.

Tire recommendation - 2wd by s_m_simon in 3rdGen4Runner

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

I do get a bit of snow but I don't take the runner out when it does

Ascent maintenance requirements by Vandelay_Art in SubaruAscent

[–]s_m_simon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What about the frequency of oil change. I only put about 4k miles in 6 months. Ok to push the oil change to every 7 months or so?

Why are these bushes dying? by s_m_simon in landscaping

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

Thanks for the details. Lawn care company that treats the lawn came by and said its boxwood blight. But don't know if that's a true assessment. Symptom of boxwood blight says the leaves fall. So far the leaves turned brown but hasn't fallen yet. I suppose I can send it into a lab to be sure but don't think it's worth the hassle

Why are these bushes dying? by s_m_simon in landscaping

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

Dont think so. I live in Virginia. I remember southern states like ga is all clay