Mini Split Noise

COMMENTARY

• The 50th Anniversary of The Central Arizona Project.  A 336 mile canal providing water from the Colorado River to Arizona

CALLER

• Beverly had a new mini split installed with a problem regarding the outdoor compressor/condenser unit.  Its attached to a metal frame against 2×6 stucco.  The noise from the unit is getting into the home.  Took it off the frame and the noise is gone.  Suggestion to insulate between the frame and the outside wall

Avoid Unsolicited Solar Salespeople

TEXT

• Homeowner using 6000 grit sandpaper to clean the glass in the shower by hand.  Could they use an electric sander to do the job?  Dennis with ABC Glass Company says no because you could crack or shatter the glass.

CALLER

• Laminate flooring installed a year ago.  At his desk area, he has a glass mat to roll his chair on.  Noticed water has been trapped under the mat.  He removed the mat to let the floor dry out.  Now the laminate is starting to peel.  Suggestions on repairing it.  Best he can do is use a solid color mat to hide the damage

CALLER

• Matt received 2 bids for solar installation that are not comparable from 2 different unsolicited door to door salespeople.  Found one of the installers was a subcontractor.  Looked up the sub on the Registrar Of Contractor website and found a slew of complaints.  He turned away the second salesperson.  Rosie’s rant on the solar industry on what not to do when considering solar.

Takeaways

COMMENTARY

• Rosie is a proponent of solar energy.  BUT proceed carefully when dealing with the solar industry
• Avoid unsolicited salespeople
• Buying or leasing solar panels depends on dealing with a reputable solar dealer.