I have a small older cottage style house. The current Liv Rm is an old add-on porch. I want remove the load bearing wall between the original hose and the current Liv Rm. I know I need to put in a header to carry the load. But due to low ceiling height I don't have the head room. Can I put up two temp walls, remove the wall, cut back the roof rafters and ceiling joists creatinging a pocket to insert the new beam, then use joist hangers to attach evrything back together? Frank, Trevor Wisconsin flemcke@wi.rr.com
I would like to have a load bearing porch support replaced. I need a referral for a pro. To do it. A walkout balcony support is rotting at the bottom. Fort lauderdale, fl 33331 Asterafework@msn.com
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We just put a new flat roof on a portion of our house that has very little slope (about a 2" over entire length). The new roof was covered with Ice and Water Shield and asphalt shingles, but now I am unsure about the long term water tightness of this. Was this the best way to waterproof the roof? Tess Raguindin, Columbus, OH raguindin.2@osu.edu
The wood steps in our condo are very noisy when someone walks on them so I want to cover them with carpeting. The lower steps are open, and the upper steps have risers between the treads. What type of carpeting and pad should I use to cover them? How do I attach the carpeting to the steps? Thank you. Carol - Clearwater, FL pottscs@yahoo.com
How much should it cost to have a roof replacement I have a 1200 square foot home. How much should for complete tear off and replacement of asphalt shingles. Gwen, MD MSDevine47@yahoo.com
What kind of contractor do I need to talk to when I want to have my house knocked down and re-built? I have a three level home, basement, main and second floor. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms. terryb7997@yahoo.com
I am starting a handyman service business-basically doing small carpentry projects and home repairs. Recently a homeowner asked me to replace the plywood sub-floor in his kitchen and install some new sheet vinyl. I have never done this type of project before-any tips on completing the work or any idea how much I should charge for this service? jeddog38@gmail.com