I hope you are still looking for the correct answer.
You are in a home that is a large investment of time and money, no matter what else. You asked the question that would not be asked if you didn’t suspect the correct answer in the first place.
Look at this question. Do I need an architect? Move one letter. I do need an architect!
See you knew the answer, all along.
So don’t just sit at the kitchen table like the fellow in the commercial. Who was just told to “make a three inch incision above the ……”. Hire the architect and get three or more bids ON THE PLANS THE WAY THEY ARE DESIGNED, pick a contractor who has a license and insurance, who will use a licensed plumber and quality building products, get a permit from the building department and don’t pay the contractor for unfinished or promised work. The project’s cost is tax deductible when you sell you home.
Now enjoy your improved home, knowing that you knew the correct answer in the first place.

Posted by: Forensic at December 8, 2007 5:04 PM in response to Do I need an architect?

Drywall and wood (2x4) studs are the most common residential products. Is the flooring fixed? That first! Then get a carpenter to do the work at about $200 to $300 a day. Make sure a permit is issued and the workers are insured. Materials will be the cheaper than the tradesmen and the architect may not be needed, the building department will tell you. A commercial carpenter will probably use metal studs. They are waterproof and easy to install (less mess). Make sure this is not a structural condition. Your home owners insurance should pay for all or most of the construction and permitting cost.

Posted by: Forensic at December 8, 2007 5:27 PM in response to Wanted: Recommendations for someone to replace stud/sheetrock wall

Well the nice part is that marble stains even more easily than granite. But tool salesmen don't know or care.

Posted by: Forensic at December 8, 2007 5:34 PM in response to KITCHEN RENOVATION: MARBLE COUNTERTOPS

Yeah, The porch light is mighty dim.

Posted by: Rick at December 8, 2007 7:20 PM in response to KITCHEN RENOVATION: MARBLE COUNTERTOPS

permits and insurance?..for replacing sheetrock in a basement??...expect to pay triple if you go this route. Hire a handyman, give him 2-3 days and all will be solved.

Posted by: guest at December 8, 2007 9:06 PM in response to Wanted: Recommendations for someone to replace stud/sheetrock wall

Chris Home Improvement - he is doing a few thigns for me and is great and affordable.

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Posted by: richnovak11 at December 10, 2007 12:43 PM in response to Wanted: Recommendations for someone to replace stud/sheetrock wall