I hit a small roadblock while trying to fix another outlet; the box is not locked onto the wall appropriately.  I'm not sure how to anchor it yet.

Update 8:11pm: Just found a good video on how to anchor the box.  I'll need to head to the hardware store to get the box though.

Update 10:41pm: I upgraded the soundproof paneling in my room to have handles and hinges for easier folding and moving.  I installed the new showerhead in the upstairs bathroom.  The decreased waterflow will make for a more pleasant showering experience and I will be able to take longer and more relaxing showers if I want.

TAGS: home improvement

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Surprisingly, the water heater did get picked up for disposal today for which I am grateful.

I just had a nice nap (short day at work today), so after dinner I hope to work on one or two projects.

TAGS: home improvement

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I took the old water heater out for bulky waste pickup tomorrow.  We'll see if it gets picked up.  There are a few good reasons why it might not get picked up and that is weather as we are expected to get a good deal of snow tomorrow.

I took apart an outlet in the kitchen and replaced the cover after tightening things up on the inside.  It is now a much better fit and should eliminate the draft that was coming from that outlet.  There are at least two other outlets that need to be addressed at some point, but at least one of them is fixed up now.

I also purchased some hinges and handles for the sound proof paneling in my bedroom.  It occurred to me that with hinges and handles, the paneling would be more versatile easier to work with.

TAGS: home improvement

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1. Basement (big project)
   
   • wall
     
   • floor
     
   • Install door to basement (R)
     
   • Seal AC/Heating in basement
     
   • Fix foundation sections outdoors
     
   • Insulate basement
     
   • Install Dryer (R)
     
   • Install Washer (R)
2. Seal porch (R)
   
3. Tune up deck
   
4. Roommate(?)
   
5. Extend Gas lines (2)
   
6. Get Lawnmower (R)
   
7. Get/Build Shed (R)
   
8. Unlisted item (R)
   
9. Remove two piles of branches
   
10. Tune up AC unit
    
11. Remove tree #2
    
12. ✔ (completed: 11/18/25) New water heater
    
13. ✔ (completed: 10/14/25) Remove tree 1
    
14. ✘ (abandoned: 10/13/25) Fix Bathroom fan #2
    
15. ✔ (completed: 10/11/25) Fix bathroom Fans #1
    
16. ✔ (completed: 10/10/25) Finish moving items from previous residence (✔ mats, ✔ clothes, and ✔ books from garage)
    
17. ✔ (completed: 10/03/25) Sewer
    
18. ✔ (completed: 10/01/25) Assemble two shelves
    

I'd say those are all of the really important things.  I'd like to be able to get all, or at least most of it done, within 5 years.

TAGS: home improvement, mini-review