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Question: Can I Convert Copper To Pex without creating Electrolysis?
Matt's remodeling his bathroom, and he wants to know how to convert from copper to plastic piping, better known as Pex. He puts it as PVC, but it's called Pex. So here's his situation... Hey, I am remodeling my bathroom, and I have old copper piping from my show...
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Question: I Need to Bid out New Construction. How should I measure?
Question from Angela:How do I Measure Exterior Square Footage for Billing Purpose? Getting an accurate measurement of a new or existing home is very important... Welcome to AskTheContractors.com. I'm your host, Todd Bird. Thanks for joining me. Well, I know in...
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Question: Replacing and Repairing Dry Rot Damaged Rim Joist
I have some sections of rim joists that need replacing and repairing at my home. The sill plate appears to be fine in all locations. James is here with his Question: Can a 4-foot section of rotten rim joist be fixed by simply using blocks? And, if I need to contact a...
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Question: Sealing to Protect Granite and Quartz Countertops
I have a Quartz countertop installed in a bathroom. It is a solid surface product, so I was not expecting an unfinished underside, much like granite. This is the Question: Can you explain why the underside would be finished this way? Is there anything I could do to...
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Podcast: New Housing, New in 2020 & New Questions/Answers for You
Welcome to Askthecontractors.com. It's a new show and a New Year, with lots of exciting projects coming up around your home. I want to hear all about them. Send me your details of what you're doing around your home. I know others want to hear about it too. "That's...
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Question: What is involved in Building on a Vacant Lot?
There is a lot that we are considering for purchase. It is between many houses and down a private road. It does not have utilities. This is the Question: How much extra can I expect in permits, planning, and contracting to install water, power, and sewer? To help...
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