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blaqhole
in General Discussion 7 years and 4 months ago
In ceiling speakers?
Hi all. We’re doing a renovation and I’m figuring out our AV situation. In our living room, the AV sub and the architect are recommending…
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joymesser
in General Discussion 7 years and 4 months ago
Laminated/safety glass or insulated glass for deck door?
I’m replacing the door that leads to the back deck from my 2nd-story kitchen (in a triplex over a 1-story unit). I’m looking for recommendations…
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MRONeill
in General Discussion 8 years and 2 months ago
Need to fire contractor/hire new contractor
I’ve tried to avoid this for months, which is my bad – but I need to remove my contractor for our job & hire someone…
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solehappy
in General Discussion 7 years and 4 months ago
full cost of ductless install?
it seems as though many of these estimates forego electrical work, permits, and other repair costs that are not insignificant. does anyone have any experience…
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solehappy
in General Discussion 7 years and 4 months ago
full cost of ductless install?
it seems as though many of these estimates forego electrical work, permits, and other repair costs that are not insignificant. does anyone have any experience…
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badefrancis
in General Discussion 7 years and 4 months ago
Paint Stripping Company Recommendations?
Hello! I’m looking for recommendations on companies who do paint stripping either on site in my home or where I could send items to be…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Seeking Architect, Engineer and Contractor for Basement Excavation
We are considering a basement excavation. The current ceiling height is about 6 feet and the basement is unfinished. We would like to dig as…
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greenworks
in General Discussion 7 years and 5 months ago
Lawyer for barking dog letter -- recs needed
Hi all- We have a crappy situation with an irresponsible dog owner who doesn’t lock her dog door at night so her dogs run in…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Skylight repair
I have two beautiful skylights on my roof, made up of several squares of colored glass. The seams where the glass comes together are starting…
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mrohrmann
in General Discussion 7 years and 4 months ago
Compensation for backyard usage and damage from new building built next door
So I have a essentially brand new building going up next door and I have let the contractors use my backyard and then some but…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Painting rear facade
Looking to paint our rear façade (460 sq ft) after we repoint. Has anyone done this and on average, what does it cost?
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Soaking tub too tall
I guess I didn’t look at my bathroom renovation plans closely enough, because somehow my architect picked out a soaking tub that is 23″ above…
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nf85
in Exteriors 7 years and 5 months ago
Would you preemptively replace a sewer line? Q on maintenance and timing
Hi all, We have been in our house for 7 years and have known since early on that the main sewer line was infiltrated by…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Skylight repair
I have two beautiful skylights on my roof, made up of several squares of colored glass. The seams where the glass comes together are starting…
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badefrancis
in General Discussion 7 years and 4 months ago
Paint Stripping Company Recommendations?
Hello! I’m looking for recommendations on companies who do paint stripping either on site in my home or where I could send items to be…
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smileyface
in General Discussion 7 years and 4 months ago
Looking for Marble Mantel &/or Entry Bench
Hey guys, Just wanted to check if anyone hear is or knows of someone selling a marble mantel or an entry way bench. It’s been…
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ps158
in General Discussion 7 years and 4 months ago
crumbling sounds behind our walls / renovation next door
I thought I posted this but it seems to not have gone through. Apologies if this is coming through a second time. Let me preface…
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marmanuke
in General Discussion 7 years and 4 months ago
someone to build ladder for loft bed
Hi, I am looking for someone to build a ladder for a bunk bed. Does anyone know someone reputable? I have the plans drawn up…
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