Discussion Forum
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Repairing Loose Tile
I have several (about 8 or 10) loose tiles in my bathroom floor. These are small octagonal tiles, about 4" across. Can anyone advise the best way of repairing these tiles,…
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Drywall vs. Electrical Scheduling
Sould drywall be installed before the final electrical connections (receptacles and switches) are done? Or is it better to do these electrical connections before drywalling? Thanks vlperk
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Service Entrance Wiring
I am helping a friend wire his new (owner-built) house. He was advised that he would have to have a disconnect installed between the meter and main panel, even though…
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Placement of Main Panel
Is it OK to place the main electrical pane in the attached garage of a house. I'm assisting my nephew build a house, and the most convenient place to put…
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Lighting on 20-amp Circuit
In the latest issue of Fine Hombuilding (just received the November issue), the article on low voltage undercabinet lighting states that lights must be on a 15-amp circuit. I loosely…
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Plumbing – Plastic or Copper ?
I'm building a new house and trying to decide on plastic or copper for the water supply lines. What's the advantages & disadvantages of each? What would you use in…