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  1. J

    How to connect to these copper pipes?

    The copper looks like it may have some age on it. I have heard some of the guys that have been around a while refer to "old 3/4" or "old 1/2" tubing where the sizing is off enough that fittings won't fit correctly. It many of those cases, the fittings can be found in companies that are more...
  2. J

    any kitchen faucet brands to avoid?

    Having worked in the plumbing wholesale industry as well as for plumbing manufacturers, I would say go with Delta. Like most manufacturers, they do make private label/exclusive products for stores like Home Depot or Lowes. You will get better products through a plumbing supply store (also...
  3. J

    New basement window

    Thanks for the info everyone. This is not a bedroom situation so we don't need an egress. We basically want to put some livable space in the basement and would like some light in it.
  4. J

    New basement window

    Thanks guys for the info. To add a bit more clarification the wall runs parallel to the floor joists. So we don't have any additional support concerns from flor joists running perpendicular into the wall.
  5. J

    New basement window

    The wall is being cut by a professional. And the window is 32" wide (I type-oed the first measurement) and 24" tall
  6. J

    New basement window

    I'm getting ready to install a new 24 x 36 window in my poured basement wall. Should I install it directly under the sill? Or should I come down into the wall a few inches?
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