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When you say "redoing" do you mean finishing, i.e. making it into livable space? If so you probably need to have a permit from you local gov. If so, there are code requirements for electrical,...

I did the ceiling in my basement (approx. 1,200 sq. ft.) and I rented a professional quality lift. I rented it on several consecutive weekends (pick up on Friday afternoon - return on Monday...

Yes, she is fine. No indication that there was any problem at all.

The bone was cooked (from one of those roasted chickens they sell at the grocery stores) I think it was just the very end of the leg bone (knee joint).

Thanks for the quick responses; she seemed...

My 6 month old female westie just swallowed the end of a chicken leg bone. She gagged for just a few seconds but now seems fine.

Will she be able to digest the bone or is some specific treatment...

Can you see how this sink is vented? It could be that the vent is clogged. Are there other sinks that drain slowly as well or is this the only one. To snake the vent you have to get to the roof...

Speed is right on about the drain config. I had to search for my tub drain and sink drain/vent. If you take a hammer and tap on the slab near the wall on either side of the 4" pipe you may be able...

Next time you go over run some water in the shower. It may be that the trap in the shower drain is dry allowing the sewer gas to enter the home. If the smell is gone after you fill the trap that...

Thanks; I'm at work now, will check behind the screen when I get home. If it does have threads, what type of connection and pipe should I use?

I am installing a mini-split system and the ideal location for the external compressor is very close to where the propane line enters my house. At the point it enters the house the propane line has...

This may depend on the precedent in this particular community. Firewall, have other townehomes in this in this community been combined? I would check with the homeowner's association and closely...

I'm not sure I understand why you are attaching the studs to the wall; what are the studs attached to at the top and bottom? Are you attaching studs to the wall with no sole plate or top plate? ...

I had this same issue when I finished my basement. Ballergerb1 is correct. The box stores have 1x stock that is paint or stain grade. Find the closest width that exceeds the depth of the gap. Cut...

Try Google:
This was the second link that came up searching for "steam room door"

Steam Room Doors for the Steam Room - Cedarbrook Sauna and Steam

I'm getting close to tackling the tiling of my bathroom and wet bar in my basement refinishing project. I have inspected the slab (the house is 10 years old) and it does absorb water (no sealer) and...

I think I've seen 24" spacing with 2x6 walls, always thought that 2x4s needed 16" oc, not an expert, just what I remember seeing...

Thanks for the quick answers; I like the diagonal design idea, since the space is so small I think either that or a thin subfloor may be the answer. One question regarding the subfloor; how is that...

I'm looking at laying tile (12"x12") directly on a basement slab for my bathroom floor. The expansion joint that is cut diagonally across part of the basement floor is in the corner of this room...

Agree with B1; I did this as part of my basement refinish, My poured concrete foundation wall was not exactly plumb (or smooth) It would have been a nightmare to try and hang cabinets on that wall...

Thanks all! Since I'm only going to have this problem with the soffit, I think the metal backed tape will work best.

My basement project required creating several soffits to enclose existing ventilation ducts. One of these runs a considerable distance (30 + feet) across one wall. On the front edge of this I...

I am almost done with the drywall installation in my basement. Is it advisable to tape and mud the drywall joints prior to installing the pre-hung doors? I'm assuming that I should wait on the...

Thanks for the responses...

I know there are insulation experts on here so I know you will get some expert advice, however...

Are the walls open (drywall or plaster removed)? If so you may consider the blown/foam...

I need advice on hanging drywall on the ceiling in this room. The joists run in the 14' direction and are 16" on center. I have 4x8 and 4x12 drywall sheets available to use. How would you suggest...

AC is right, regular drywall should be OK. If you are only taking down a part of the wall, make sure you get the same thickness for the drywall you are hanging...

Solid advice from epawls: just remember to wear long sleeves, gloves, eye protection and a mask when you handle the insulation. Even minimal contact with fiberglass can cause problems. Better safe...

The wall studs are typically spaced 16" on center, which means it is 16" from the center of one stud to the adjacent stud. Insulation is sized to fit this space so the 15" width would work fine. ...

Update:
The inspector came today and I passed the rough in inspection for framing, plumbing and electrical. (I did all the work except the electrical wiring, some things should be left to a...

I'm finishing my basement and would like some advice on running cable for TV and network connections. Currently I have access to all walls and the ceiling in the basement. I have an existing...

Thanks for the quick answer!

Any tips for hanging and finishing drywall on a corner that is not 90 degrees. There are two places where I will have greater than 90 degrees (approximately 135) for inside and outside corners. Is...

No worries, I don't plan on "poking around" inside the panel while the cover is off. I just wanted to make sure I wasn't missing something. Thanks for the quick answers!!

The slab is in great shape, no cracks, no paint or sealers, it has not had any treatment, it does have expansion joints cut in it.

I did test the moisture content by taping a piece of plastic to...

Follup- is there somewhere else to disconnect the power, outside, maybe?

I will be installing both tile and carpet in my basement. Which should I install first? I'm primarily asking to determine what makes it easier in terms of transition between the two floors, i.e the...

When installing drywall around the main electrical panel should I take off the panel cover and then reinstall the cover after the drywall is in place? Is switching off the main breaker all I need to...

OK you guys are going to think I live in Oz or something...

I called the County Office and asked to speak with a plumbing inspector to ask what they wanted to see as far as my rough in...

The experts can chime in, but I believe that some local codes may require a floating wall, other don't. If you haven't seen movement in your basement floor, or foundation you are probably OK, unless...

I used a combination of push on fittings (in the places where I connected to the existing supply lines and it would have been very difficult to use the crimp tool) and the compression rings with a...

I really appreciate all the assistance! I don't mean to be dense about this but I'm not quite sure I get it yet... The only clean-out I know of in my current system is located outside. I'm still...

Thanks Mark:
So at this point the supply lines I have installed should not be connected to the water supply lines that already exist?

How are the new drain lines I have installed tested?

Mark:
Thanks for chiming in again; I guess I have more than one question ;). What would you recommend for the test (and how should I prepare)? I still have a few details to work out but I hope to...

Location: Central Virginia
Project: Basement finishing
Job will be inspected

I'm just about finished with my basement plumbing rough in. I have one question: is it typically required to have...

I'm no expert (not even close) but in my basement refinishing project I had to adjust the connection to my hose bib because it originally was connected with a copper pipe that was too long, and would...

Did this problem just start? Do you know how the sink is vented? (a vertical pipe that allows air into the system to help draining)? It may be blocked. You may have an AAV (a mechanical device...

While it is important to have these documents (living will, advance directive, etc.) in place it is equally important (and maybe even more so) to have someone identified as your health care proxy. ...

I didn't have a chance to find exactly what you need on this site, but they have great prices on a wide selection of cables, adapters, etc. Have a look:

HDMI Cable, Home Theater Accessories, HDMI...

I agree Honeywells have always worked well for me. If you can, look for a programmable model and set it up to match your schedule. It made a huge difference for my family several years ago when we...

It would help to provide a little more information: Where are you located, what is the climate like? How big is the room/space you want to heat? How many doors, windows and height of the ceiling. ...