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Looking for ideas on what you would do with the hole that's left after removing this approximately 12" x 18" gas heater. Not really wanting to try to match the old tile. It is low to the floor in a very small bathroom with limited space. Thanks!

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If a pipe bursts, act fast to reduce damage:
Shut off main water supply Open faucets to release pressure Move valuables away Dry area as much as possible Water damage spreads quickly, so early action matters.

I had something similar happen recently and figured I’d share what helped.

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I purchased a house in Oct 2024 which was built in 2006. It has the original water heater in it which was installed when the house was built. It has a 2006 date code on it. I believe it to be about a typical 50-55 gal water heater, built by AO Smith. The previous owner didn't know a hammer from a shovel. Nothing was maintained on this house, including the water heater. The flush...

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My G/F has an acquaintance (female who lives alone, 60 Years Old) who is on a fixed income. She lives in a 1300 sq ft single family home. Her A/C is 40 years old and costs too much to operate. Thinking she would get really great deals on home improvement companies, she paid Angie's List $120 for a year's worth of referrals from selected experts who supposedly give her great deal...

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My garden hose faucet is leaking. I assume I need to unscrew a couple of screws to do that. I looked into the faucet system and the screws are kind of rusted (see pictures). Anyone has any idea how to fix it?

Thanks.

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