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Oak stairs and staining

We would like to know how much it would cost to make the attached stair case oak and also to stain it along with the railings upstairs. Thank you...

Number of Responses 6 Date of Last Post June 14, 2012
Staining stair

I bought a new house located in Barrie and I need to stain the stairs to match the first floor. How much will this cost me? And, how long? ...

Number of Responses 6 Date of Last Post June 13, 2012
Basement renovation

I have got a unfinished basement that we are desperately wanting to renovate. I have had some contractors in for estimates and the quotes seem on very opposite ends of the spectrum. I have been quoted anywher...

Number of Responses 31 Date of Last Post September 6, 2017
New 2 Door Garage

What should the following costs be around if i choose a contractor to build: 1) 22ft x 28ft cement slap with at least a 6 inch overlap for the garage walls to rest on so that the walls are not in con...

Number of Responses 5 Date of Last Post December 18, 2017
Leveling basement floor

Hello, My basement floor is concrete yet it is uneven. Is it possible to just have new concrete poured over the existing surface to even it out? If so, how much can I expect to pay for roughly 12...

Number of Responses 14 Date of Last Post August 25, 2021
Lifting small bungalow, pouring slab

Hi there, home about 800 sq ft. in Porter's Lake, NS. Looking for a rough estimate of what it would cost to lift and pour a slab foundation. Or dig and pour - unsure of how best to procees. H...

Number of Responses 1 Date of Last Post June 5, 2012
Business License for Gardening

Can someone here tell me how much it costs to get a business license for hiring myself out as a gardener in Edmonton? It is seasonal. This is for the summer of 2012. Please reply asap. Thanks so much. ...

Number of Responses 3 Date of Last Post June 14, 2012
Basement drywall

I have a 15x18 room in the basement no windows, all stucco cement walls, need it to be framed, insulated and drywalled plus a framed for two closets. How much should that cost. Thanks. I get...

Number of Responses 14 Date of Last Post October 13, 2017
Painting

How much roughly would it cost to paint a single car garage and front door entrance with skylights?...

Number of Responses 19 Date of Last Post July 21, 2015
Veranda

A friend asked me to find out who would he contact to get a veranda done at the front of the house and whats the aprox cost....

Number of Responses 6 Date of Last Post June 13, 2012
BASEMENT RENO

How much would it cost appox. to do a basement renovation? I would like to finish only a section of which is 500 square feet. I'm assuming I need a sub floor then Laminate floors? 1/2 instal...

Number of Responses 6 Date of Last Post August 17, 2012
How much to paint three rooms?

I received a quote for $1000 to paint three rooms. Is this too much? The room dimensions are: 16.40 x 13.78 12.30 x 9.51 12.30 x 8.04...

Number of Responses 56 Date of Last Post January 6, 2017
How much to replace a small bathroom countertop and sink?

I want to replace a small counter top and sink with very standard replacement (i just don't like the colour of the current countertop). The powder room is very small. Using standard materials&...

Number of Responses 1 Date of Last Post May 25, 2012
How much does it cost to build a second floor laundry area?

I want to turn one of my bedroom closets into a laundry with stackable washer/dryer, next to the bathroom. How much would this cost, how difficult is it to do, and how long would it take...

Number of Responses 3 Date of Last Post May 25, 2012
Rate for Electricians

Hi There, I am wondering what is the going rate for an electrician to come to my house? My dryer isn't working, my husband thinks is the dryer plug. Our dryer has its own fuse box, a...

Number of Responses 2 Date of Last Post May 28, 2012
Roof over backyard deck

I would like to put a roof over my sun deck in the backyard. What kind of material is there available and what would it cost. I would like it clear. The roof is 16' by 12'. What extras would I need...

Number of Responses 1 Date of Last Post June 13, 2012
Have I been hosed?

Hello, I recently had solar panels installed on my roof. In the process the company realized that there would be some reinforcing needed with the roof trusses. I believe the amount of time spent wo...

Number of Responses 5 Date of Last Post May 22, 2012
Second level addition

I would like to build a 2000 square foot addition second level on my1600 square foot bungalow including enclosed garage with rec room on top 3 br 2 ba kitchen living dining deck in Langley BC. How much will...

Number of Responses 1 Date of Last Post June 18, 2012
Metal Roofing Copper Color

We are commissioning the building of a new home. I am wondering if there is metal roofing that is painted a color that looks like copper? Also, what is the expected life of this product (if it...

Number of Responses 0 Date of Last Post May 17, 2012
Average cost per square foot to build a house in the Sarnia Area

What is the average cost per square foot to build a house in the Sarnia Area? I know this can vary greatly depending on finishes, ceiling heights, corners, etc.. I would just like a ball par...

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