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Hi Guys and Gals, The wife wants the washer/dryer moved upstairs. The spot it will be going is right next to a sink, and opposite wall of the bathtub drain. Is it possible to "T" off one of those drain pipes and direct the washing machine to also drain there? Walls are gutted open, so...

Thanks...I appreciate all the info, guidance, tips and concern. After more research, I have done a preliminary "load calculation" based on my square footage. calculations give me ~40 amps...so ya, I guess I was way off. I've looked up local codes for electric. Still am...there are a lot. Romex...

I need to replace a rotted window. The window itself rotted to pieces, not the framing or sill. Anyone have any opinions on Crestline windows from Menards? worth it or stay away? I found an exact match to my measurements so I'd like to use this window if I can so I don't have to reframe...

Hi, I have an old house with old electric. I replaced my downstairs already, which was fairly easy. My upstairs is a bigger question. I have 4 bedrooms, a kitchen (that will soon become a laundry room), full bath and hallway. I'm thinking of putting a subpanel in the attic and running new...

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As I've read elsewhere, there are differing opinions on this. Some say sure, some say no way. I'm gonna try it, it's a small area so if it falls apart, it should be easy enough to replace the plywood with drywall or cement board. thanks for all the input...

Hi Guys Not sure what section this should be in but, I built a mantle with an electric fireplace for the bedroom. I want to tile around the "fireplace section" which is framed in plywood. Can I put slate tiles directly on the plywood? Is there a specific thin set made for plywood as opposed...

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It's that noticeable huh? the old stairs I'm assuming were hand cut stringers or something. they seemed to be in code and measured out right, but a new 5 stair stringer was way too short, a 6 step stringer was just a tad too long. brothers-in-law and I sat around for 2 beers trying to figure out...