Category Archives: Around the house

Kenmore Elite HE2t – F-25 Error

By | April 19, 2021

I’ve had this washer (model 110.4571600, alternatively 1104571600 – there are several models that are largely identical except in looks) for 16-17 years and never had a problem, but recently it started making the occasional chirping noise and it would fail at the 49 minute mark with the code “F-25” flashing in the display. These… Read More »

Review: Philips LatteGo 3200 Espresso machine

By | January 13, 2021

I am not a coffee connoisseur. I usually liken my coffee to “hot chocolate, but coffee flavored”. It’s mostly frothy milk with a splash of decaf for flavor. The froth is accomplished with a $3 IKEA frother, and then a little pour-over coffee is added to it. When a friend of mine had the Philips… Read More »

Look for these things before buying that fix-and-flip house

By | March 11, 2019

In a discussion about fix & flip houses, a redditor gave us this great list of things to look for & consider  before buying.   Site – – Does the ground around the house slope consistently away? – If there are underground drains, where are they going? – Are there any trees at the foundation? – Is there adequate… Read More »