Refrigerator ice makers are a modern day luxury but periodically, and especially if it isn't used regularly, the delivery system for the ice maker no longer works. Sometimes you can work with it and sometimes it breaks loose and works for a while, but about twice a year or so you need to remove the unit, disassemble it, rinse and reassemble.
A loyal reader (my dad) went through the ice maker maintenance process and shared photos.
Probably all units are slightly different...ours is an older Amana unit. The first time I had a challenge actually lifting the ice maker unit out, but once I discovered the path it was very simple.
Also, the first time I had a dickens of a time putting things back together, so I have learned to keep everything in sequence while the ice is being rinsed away.
Putting things back is not that difficult. And, this saves a service call for whatever fee is now charged.
Drain clogs are the absolute worst! We had our sink clog up at the worst possible time last year in the middle of Thanksgiving dinner. We didn't have any Liquid-Plumr on hand so we just kept at it with the plunger. We know everyone can relate to clogged and dirty drains, so this month's giveaway with Liquid-Plumr should be popular.
Liquid-Plumr Disposal + Drain Foaming Cleaner gets down deep to clean hard-to-reach areas and eliminate lingering smells in your garbage disposal. The no-fuss, water-soluble packs leave nothing behind but a fresh, citrus scent.
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One winner will receive a $100 Lowe's Gift Card, 53 piece Apollo Toolset and Liquid-Plumr's new Disposal + Drain Foaming Cleaner.
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We will select TWO random winners at 12 midnight EST on April 29nd, 2012 and they will be notified immediately.
VIDEO
We're always on the lookout for quick tips and how-to videos and Liquid-Plumr has recently launched their Tool School with Norma Vally, the Toolbelt Diva, to provide easy fix it tips and tricks that many homeowners may not know they were capable of. Here she demonstrates how easy it is to use the Disposal + Drain Foaming Cleanser. Check it out! "Aaah citrusyyy!!!"
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So you've moved into a new home. It's pristine, it's perfect -- it's the home of your dreams, right? Not exactly--at least, not for the six homeowners featured in a "6 Creepiest Things Discovered By New Homeowners" round-up published on Cracked.com.
As soon as I saw that headline pop up in my Twitter feed, I knew I had a blog post -- albeit a creepy one! Now that I've created a fair amount of suspense, let's dive into some of the yuckiest things that homeowners have discovered in their new abodes.
1. Snakes in the walls. *cue shrieking* Ben and Amber Sessions noticed a large amount of snakes on their property. After hearing a slithering sound in their walls, they removed a siding panel and discovered a writhing mass of snakes. After some investigation, the Sessions found out their home was built on top of a massive snake hibernaculum. The only way to fix it? Remove the home from its foundation and lay a brand-new concrete foundation. As Cracked.com reports, the project would cost $100,000. Instead, the Sessions abandoned the house, and eventually had to file bankruptcy.
2. Oozing walls. After Colorado resident Debbie Hill moved into her new home, the walls started to ooze. The brave soul actually tasted the substance, and realized it was honey. The previous homeowners had exterminated a massive beehive that had been built within the home's walls. Although the bees were gone, the honey remained, and during a rare heat wave, the high temperatures had caused honey to ooze down the walls. As with the snake infestation, this situation is also not cheap to fix, as it entails tearing out the walls and rebuilding them. According to Cracked.com, the local news outlet held a collection drive to help Debbie raise money for the repairs.
You've assembled your tools and materials and are ready to get started on your latest DIY project. Here's the catch -- do you need a permit? Having one not only ensures you've gone through the proper channels--it also provides necessary documentation that you'll need to provide when selling your house, for example.
We've compiled a list of common projects that may require permits from your city or municipality. When in doubt, don't hesitate to reach out to someone who works in your area's permitting department so that you can ensure you have everything in order.
Now, without further ado, here are projects that will likely require permits:
*Moving plumbing. Whether you're moving interior or exterior plumbing, you'll likely need a permit.
*Moving or installing electrical wiring. In addition to requiring a permit, the city may require one or more inspections of the project to ensure that everything is safely and properly installed and is in good working order.
*Cutting out a new door or window. Many projects that require cutting through your home's exterior walls will likely need some sort of permit.
