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Replacing posts and adding beam to a carport
I have a 22 ft long and 12 ft wide carport which is supported on one side by the house and ties in to my roof.The three metal posts which…
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Roofing/Insulation for Low Slope Mid Century Modern House
Recently purchased this house just outside Toronto Ontario. The roof is shot and currently has two layers of singles on it. There is no attic at all - interior ceilings…
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Aluminium electrical problems
I went to replace the cover on an outlet and noticed dark charring. Pulled it open to reveal that the plug had disintegrated and that the insulation on the wiring…
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Too many wires in a electrical box.
I found an obviously overloaded electrical box under a light in my basement. It has six 14/2 wires running into it. One wire feeds power from the panel and another…
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Load bearing wall – ceiling joist question.
The load bearing wall which I am removing is offset 18 inches from the load bearing wall in the basement below. Therefore I need to locate the beam and posts…
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Wiring problem has me completely stumped.
I am rewiring a bathroom. Thought it was a pretty simple job but I have run into a conundrum. Coming into the bathroom I have one wire from the fuse…
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Plumbers leave massive holes. How do I fix?
I have been helping a friend out with her bathroom remodel in her newly purchased condo. After stripping the tiles off the wall it was apparent the shower facet and…
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Insulation in ceiling to block noise – install high or low?
I am installing bat insulation in a downstairs bedroom ceiling to block noise from the floor above. Should the insulation go up high next to the underside of the floor…
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Modern lighting suggestions needed for bathroom and bedroom.
I am remodelling a basement bathroom. 40 square feet of floor plus bathtub with one small window in a window well. Originally had two lights either side of a small…
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Plumbing fixtures for old folks.
My Dad, who is getting on in years, has developed an annoying habit of leaving the taps running. I need to find some taps which will turn themselves off if…