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I am getting into tiling. I did my first job at a friend's duplex and I've learned a lot in that one job. I was asked to tile a bathroom bathtub wall and I'm stumped in coming up with a quote. Hence...
I would like to install a toilet in my basement. The main stack which is vented and the main toilet is hooked into, is where I plan to put it. I am only installing a toilet, no sink. Do I require a pe...
I have just purchased a house built in 1973. The design is simple 3 br with 2 bedrooms over the carport. I have noticed a slope in the floor to the outer edge of the two bedrooms over the carport. When I laser ...
Hi, I am just starting on the legalization process for a basement that is already finished. For context, the basement renovation was passed by the City of Brampton when built originally. It mostly comp...
Hello, I am looking for 1 window, 2 niche, a bench seat top and arm rest to be cut out of solid state. Does anyone know of anywhere that will do a small custom cutting job (not installati...
Our water situation is as follows. We recently had a well dug, that water is working fine and supplying our house with water. We also have a concrete tank in the ground, that used to supply our water....
I am finishing part of our basement and I plan to install slim recessed LEDs. Two questions. a) For the rough-in inspection, do I need to have the wires installed (not connected) into the dri...
I have an existing wired standard doorbell that I would like to replace with a video/camera doorbell. I already have the doorbell. What is the cost for installation only? ...
Hello Pros, Can’t figure out what could be reason for so much condensation on windows (pictures attached). Humidifier is running that could be reason but also rooms are too cold compared to groun...
Hello, I'm looking for a general cost calculation method by per sqft in the GTA for: Painting - Prime and 2 coats Framing: (Wooden and metal studs) Drywall work with finishing Flo...
What do I need to look out for in my electrical panel when changing from an Air Conditioner to a Forced Air Heat Pump System?...
I was told that as of September, 2023 that a contract license number must be displayed on all advertisement and invoices. Is this true?...
Waste pipes pressure cleaned but still getting backflow and TERRIBLE smell. I think some sort of vent pipe may be missing. There used to be a pipe at the back of the house, vertically sticking up from the g...
Can a shielded flexible coupling (no hub) be used to attach a 3” ABS toilet flange to the 3" ABS pipe? Need it for height restrictions. ...
Can I frame on top of builders insulation and how many inches should I be from the wall? Thanks, Andrew...
How much does it cost for site and architectural plans, heat loss drawings and calculations, designer and energy efficiency design forms to finish a basement, redesign main floor and add a second le...
A plastic wire mesh on the back door to the garden has been damaged. I want to replace the damaged wire mesh with a steel mesh. What type of contractor should I approach, and how much might it cost? ...
The bathroom vent is dripping water for the first time inn5 years. We do not use this bathroom to shower or bath. There was a heavy rain yesterday(which is not uncommon) and it turned cold(October...
I had grading work done by a contractor over a four day period. A verbal contract with an hourly rate (including wages and machinery) was discussed - no mention of travel and float charges. In the end...
This is problem #2 which involves installation of a mortar shower base, my first experience with this kind of shower. My plumber who did most of the work on the house has 30 years’ experience and he recomm...