tilt-a-whirly-gig t1_j0eangj wrote on December 16, 2022 at 12:34 AM

Reply to How to install a new Nest thermostat when the fitting doesn't fit the existing hole. by [deleted]

Something like this

umassmza t1_j0eam3h wrote on December 16, 2022 at 12:34 AM

Reply to How to install a new Nest thermostat when the fitting doesn't fit the existing hole. by [deleted]

Looks like a job for our friend the keyhole saw

And if there’s metal or stone in the way, his big brother Mr Dremel

Guygan t1_j06fjsv wrote on December 14, 2022 at 12:18 PM

Reply to What kind of professional do I call to fix a squeaky wooden bed or futon? by HiddenRadish

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alanbastard t1_j06d6q9 wrote on December 14, 2022 at 11:51 AM

Reply to comment by ToolMeister in What kind of professional do I call to fix a squeaky wooden bed or futon? by HiddenRadish

Earwax, if one doesn’t want to leave the dwelling. 😉

ToolMeister t1_j06cweo wrote on December 14, 2022 at 11:48 AM

Reply to comment by moodpecker in What kind of professional do I call to fix a squeaky wooden bed or futon? by HiddenRadish

More often than not, it's just a slat rubbing on the frame. If one doesn't want to leave the house to buy beeswax, a piece of cardboard or other material (piece of felt, fabric etc) will do the trick as well

WISteven t1_j06c0ng wrote on December 14, 2022 at 11:37 AM

Reply to What kind of professional do I call to fix a squeaky wooden bed or futon? by HiddenRadish

This is a DIY group, so.....DIY.

Start out by using your eyes to diagnose the problem.

TheDeadlySquid t1_j06bqol wrote on December 14, 2022 at 11:34 AM

Reply to What kind of professional do I call to fix a squeaky wooden bed or futon? by HiddenRadish

Nobody, learn to use some simple tools and tighten some bolts. Really?

Khoa_dot t1_j066grd wrote on December 14, 2022 at 10:24 AM

Reply to What kind of professional do I call to fix a squeaky wooden bed or futon? by HiddenRadish

In case your as lucky as me: I once fixed a squeaky bed just by tightening some of its screws (self-mounted Ikea bed). I was so happy that it was so easy and proud to have looked a bit into it

deadfisher t1_j064i1d wrote on December 14, 2022 at 9:56 AM

Reply to What kind of professional do I call to fix a squeaky wooden bed or futon? by HiddenRadish

If you don't opt to fix it yourself, you'd want a handyman for that. Expect to pay for a minimum number of hours, not just the time the person is working.

[deleted] t1_j060sv9 wrote on December 14, 2022 at 9:03 AM

Reply to comment by [deleted] in What kind of professional do I call to fix a squeaky wooden bed or futon? by HiddenRadish

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Odd_Crow2612 t1_j05zcoq wrote on December 14, 2022 at 8:42 AM

Reply to comment by moodpecker in What kind of professional do I call to fix a squeaky wooden bed or futon? by HiddenRadish

Absolutely agree. Beeswax is a godsend for fixing creaking.

[deleted] t1_j05z230 wrote on December 14, 2022 at 8:38 AM

Reply to What kind of professional do I call to fix a squeaky wooden bed or futon? by HiddenRadish

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HandsOnGeek t1_j05yoy3 wrote on December 14, 2022 at 8:33 AM

Reply to What kind of professional do I call to fix a squeaky wooden bed or futon? by HiddenRadish

It sounds like you may have already broken your bed.
It also sounds like you aren't the type of person who is competent enough to fix it, as it probably involves finding a crack that closes when you get off of the bed. And even a half assed repair of that involves drilling holes and putting screws in to hold the crack closed.
A proper repair might require disassembly of the bed to glue and clamp where you broke it.

cincincout t1_j05xvc1 wrote on December 14, 2022 at 8:22 AM

Reply to What kind of professional do I call to fix a squeaky wooden bed or futon? by HiddenRadish

WD-40

moodpecker t1_j05m4b7 wrote on December 14, 2022 at 5:57 AM

Reply to What kind of professional do I call to fix a squeaky wooden bed or futon? by HiddenRadish

Unless labor is extremely cheap where you live, it's going to cost more money than it's worth to have someone fix it. What I propose would be very inexpensive and has a good chance of fixing the problem, and you may come out having increased your skills and comfort with fixing things.

You need a screwdriver or allen wrench of whatever matches the screws/bolts holding your bed frame together, and you need a piece of beeswax (candlewax will do as well, but it's a little crumbly).

The squeak is coming from two parts rubbing against each other. You need to sit, bounce on, roll on, and push, and pull on your bed in various places to see what makes it squeak the most. That should help you track down where the squeak is coming from. Once you locate it, unscrew it so that you can separate the squeaking parts enough to rub some wax where they're making contact. Then screw back together. Test your bed again. It's not a guaranteed fix, but it's likely enough that it's worth the gamble. Good luck!

SpiltMilkBelly t1_j05kyko wrote on December 14, 2022 at 5:45 AM

Reply to What kind of professional do I call to fix a squeaky wooden bed or futon? by HiddenRadish

YouTube. Call on YouTube to save you.

userid666 t1_j05eobv wrote on December 14, 2022 at 4:45 AM

Reply to comment by redditguysays in Replacing toilet seal and found a plant growing...other than cleaning, is there anything else I should do before installing a new seal by critter_bus

In my case they found an already weakened section and then grew enough to cause a blockage, leading to me discovering the problem(s)

Raul_McCai t1_j03hwq1 wrote on December 13, 2022 at 8:30 PM

Reply to comment by critter_bus in Replacing toilet seal and found a plant growing...other than cleaning, is there anything else I should do before installing a new seal by critter_bus

Ohh boy that's a fortunate thing

DeVonSwi t1_j02qlor wrote on December 13, 2022 at 5:41 PM

Reply to Replacing toilet seal and found a plant growing...other than cleaning, is there anything else I should do before installing a new seal by critter_bus

Also, you should rase your toilet flange so it is level with your tile surface. It looks like who ever did your tile work skipped a step to save a few bucks. Also ,that friend of a friend that knew a plumber that dated his sister once who suggested a double wax ring is giving bad advise

anent_life t1_j02ia7a wrote on December 13, 2022 at 4:49 PM

Reply to Advice request for best insulation for unique window situation by Clear_Lingonberry22

In the past I removed the screen and replaced it with a piece of plywood where i glued the thickest pink rigid foam insulation that would fit in the gap. After it was in place, I sealed it with spray foam from the inside. If nobody was going to see it I would do it again from the outside. But I am minimally handy.