From corroded pipes and antique fixtures to limited access and impossible working... More
Q: What is the moisture content of treated lumber? The treated lumber I use seems very wet, but it carries a grading stamp that lists the moisture content at 19%. More
Ten years of problems with polybutylene piping have made contractors wary of using... More
Q: Does a surge protector installed in the service panel eliminate the need for... More
Q: Many of the receptacles I use have push-in connectors on the back. Does a push-in connection perform as well as the side-mounted screw terminal connection? More
Q: After my electrician finished rough wiring the last house I built, I noticed that the Romex (NM) wire he used seemed to have a thinner profile, and the individual wires seemed smaller in diameter than what I was used to. Is the copper wire (or the insulation) getting smaller, or is it just my imagination? More
The difference between one skylight and another is in the details. Here’s an overview of add-ons for roof windows. More
Q: I’m currently remodeling a vacation home where the copper plumbing has developed pinhole leaks because of an acid water condition. To save money, my client wants to replace the copper pipes with CPVC plastic, but my plumber says that’s a bad idea. Who’s right? More
