Discussion Forum
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Combustable Material Clearances
OK, we all know about the rules regarding clearances between fireplace boxes and any combustable materials (12" on top and 6" on the sides), but has anyone ever heard of…
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What Goes Between Tile and Radiant Heat
Some friends are wondering what should go between their radiant heat tubing (running in grooved particle board) and a tile floor. Hardibacker, a membrane, .......what's best? The radiant heat tubing…
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Peat Moss???
I'm building cabinets for a contractor doing a major league remodel on a 60 year old house that is in REAL BAD condition. He's been ripping out the old bathrooms…
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Wood Wall Covering
I have a customer who wants to do this type of wall covering in her new condo. This picture was taken in the model and it looks like 1/2" plywood…
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REOTrans?
Has anyone had any dealings with this outfit? They're an online service that connects owners of foreclosed houses with agents, attorneys, contractors, etc who want to provide services to the…
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Contractor “Stings”
A couple of nights ago, the local news ran a piece about a sting operation which nabbed a couple of unlicensed appliance repair dudes. The CA CSLB (Contractors State Licensing…
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Quickbooks 2009 – WARNING!!
If you use Quickbooks and have been thinking about upgrading to the 2009 version, don't do it. Yesterday, I got the upgrade which was supposed to fix several hassles with…
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A New Business Venture
Well, I pulled the trigger and filed for my Social Security a couple of weeks ago. I had hoped to wait a couple of more years, but work is virtually…
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Microwave Mounting Problem
I'm working with a customer who wants to install a Microwave/Range Hood unit over the stove in their condo. Usually, this is a no brainer, but these upper cabs are…
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Galvanized to Copper Transitions
I'm 99% sure that I already know the answer to this, but thought I would check with some experts. I met with a lady last night to talk about new…