Contractor Talk

I've got an old farm house built in 1900 era that is comming down. The brick on the house is good and hate to see it go to waste. Is there anyone who will take the brick? I am salvaging all the trim but...

1 February 11, 2012

I have a contractor doing an outside addition-a roof over a deck that he also built. While we were away he worked on the roof (there is a window right under the roof on the house) and when we came back...

3 February 8, 2012

What is the building code/requirements for a basement of a newly built home i.e. protection against water leakage - dimple sheets, weeping tiles, etc? Also what is the black coating that's...

2 September 7, 2014

Just wondering if anyone has any suggestions to growing an existing handyman business. I do work for a few General Contractors as well as having my own client base. My priority this year (only the 2nd y...

3 February 7, 2012

Hello, We create sustainable architecture and many of our clients are excited about bamboo as a building product in millwork, flooring and more. Our biggest struggle is the contradiction of shipping...

1 January 26, 2012

What are the requirements to becoming a registered electrical contractor in Manitoba? How to apply and attain it? I do have the following Certification of Qualification: 1. Construction and Ma...

1 January 22, 2012

Hi, When finishing a basement, is it generally cheaper to have the contractor buy all the materials, or is it a good idea for me to keep an eye out for flooring, lighting, etc. on sale at...

6 February 1, 2012

I had a roof installed - it's a flat roof. What type of flashing need to happen? ...

1 January 3, 2012

Hi, When should the wind trusts be installed? Also for framing how many nails do you need to have installed? ...

0 December 28, 2011

Without going into what to charge, that isn't a proper question. However, using the formula of materials + labour + overhead + profit = rate, I would like to hear about the prof...

6 January 3, 2012

Where can I rent/buy a stucco glitter gun?...

0 December 9, 2011

I need an expert opinion from a contractor or from a basement waterproofing company stating if my basement has leaked before or has leaked continuously. I understand if there's a fee for this service but...

1 December 19, 2011

I am hoping to start my own company and I am unclear on whether or not I should be registering myself as a General Contractor. My business will consist of the following: drywall, framing, taping...

2 May 20, 2012

I was wanting to look at becoming an electrician. I have no idea where to go or what to do to start this off. I know that it is a good trade to get into, and that there will always be work. If somebody ...

2 December 2, 2011

Hello, We are planning to build a 20 x 24 detached garage with an 8/12 roof pitch to allow for attic storage. The site is flat but approximately 2 feet below the grade of the existing driveway so wo...

2 March 6, 2012

My husband is a Master Plumber for over 30 years and we are moving to Ontario. Will his licence from B.C be good to work in London, Ontario? If not what will he have to do to work in Ontario?...

0 November 20, 2011

Hello, I'm looking to go into the Renovation Technician program at Niagara College, and I'm wondering how common is it for a young female like myself to enter this trade? Are construction...

4 December 16, 2011

Hey all, I'm trying to get into the residential building industry and have been thinking of doing a carpentry apprenticeship to break into the industry. Trouble is i'm finding it real hard to find s...

1 November 14, 2011

Please tell me what you think, this is what I walked into when the guys said they are done the framing? Only holds up the main beam supporting the 2nd story floor joists and floor....

4 January 26, 2012

A client has just asked me to close up a wall in a condo (in Toronto) that the previous owner had cut out to extend the size of the master bedroom. The job is very simple. They did not remove the whol...

1 November 16, 2011