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Hello, I am trying to find the best solution for adding a film or any other product on windows to have privacy. I know that I can put films but what I want complete transparency from inside which blo...
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March 28, 2017
How do I quote a drywall job from hanging taping and mudding? Is it by sqft of house or sqft of drywall sheets?...
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March 27, 2017
My 2100' unfinished basement slab is tubed for hot water heating. 7 loops in the slab plus a bath and front vestibule on the main floor above. Presently using a rental tankless water heater. What would b...
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March 26, 2017
I'm considering a second story addition on an 1100 sqft Bungalow in Calgary. What would be the rough cost of framing/roof structure and ply/weatherproofing for this project? Project would inc...
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March 26, 2017
I have some family who is looking at purchasing a property, and they were looking at one in particular that has a wall that divides the kitchen/living/area. They like the house but would like to ...
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March 27, 2017
We hired a contractor to replace our kitchen counter with a new granite counter. We made sure to confirm the type of edge we wanted (bevelled) and the type of sink we wanted (60/40) along wi...
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March 25, 2017
Hi, I am looking to completely renovate the interior of my 4000 sq ft house (its 2 storeys and about 20 years old). At this time, I am looking to get a rough estimate so that I can determine...
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March 24, 2017
I have an old bungalow (approx 1000 sq ft) that already has an extension. The extension currently holds the kitchen and bathroom. There are patio doors leading out of the kitchen to the back yard. I ...
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March 24, 2017
I have a rectangular shape floor sized about 100 square feet. It has linoleum on it. It needs to be replaced with new linoleum. On average: What needs to be done? How much time is needed to co...
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December 19, 2019
Hello Experts, I was checking the insulation in my basement for the 1 year Tarion, and in the area where there is a floor crack, I noticed small amount of condensation on the plastic bag. After c...
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March 24, 2017
I am looking to get quotes on the design step of three large projects about to be undertaken by our organization. We have 87 townhouses and a small apartment building with 30 units. The three projects are fe...
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March 23, 2017
Hi, How much would it cost me to: Flooring Remove exiting flooring to original plywood subfloor (approximately 365SF) Remove existing quarter round to be replaced with new shoe mounding ...
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March 24, 2017
I am considering having a PT deck installed. Approximately 22' x 28'. It would be attached to house and about two feet off the ground with two steps going the length of the 22' side of the deck. How...
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June 26, 2018
Can any contractors remove load-bearings walls (ie: General Contractors) if there are Engineer drawings available?...
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March 22, 2017
Hi Pros, Finally decided to just put the question out myself, as have been trying to research the question as this summer I want to put in the following: - 6 feet high wooden treated fence ...
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March 22, 2017
Hi, I'm wondering what the going rate would be to insulate and polly 27,000 sqf in an industrial building, with batt insulation? Structural details: 32'walls with vaulted ceiling...
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March 22, 2017
I found this picture on TrustedPros and may be interested in a similar project but would first like to know what the estimated cost would be....
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March 22, 2017
Hi, I'm looking to build a cost-effective extension to my 2-bedroom semi home to maximize livable space. According to the City's zoning map, I am located at: R (d0.6) (x7...
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March 21, 2017
What will be the cost of stain my new 1100sqf deck? Two levels, four steps, and around 500sqf wall budget will be ok. Only looking for cost for now. ...
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March 29, 2017
I got a brand new deck last year, and want to know how long I can go before painting it for the first time. Some peoples say a year, others around 5 years. I need a professional opinion, please....
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April 19, 2017