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Why did my taxes go up if my deck permit is still open?

Back in 2021 we had a contractor build a deck and he said he took care of all the permits. The work ended up being pret...

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CopperBuilder745

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Is it actually possible to get a smooth plaster finish as a total amateur?

I’m currently sitting in my 66 sqm flat from 1961 covered in white dust and wondering where it all went wrong. I put ev...

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ArrowHawk

3 6mos ArrowHawk

If I strip the motor and electronics, is it still considered an appliance?

I've got a 20-yard roll off sitting in my driveway right now for a big garage cleanout and some minor roof repair work....

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NomadBirch

4 6mos NomadBirch

Does anyone have a lead on an HVAC inspector in Indianapolis?

I've been hitting a wall trying to find a mechanical inspector who actually knows thier way around residential code for...

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RidgeRunner

3 6mos RidgeRunner

Should I take a community college class or just volunteer with Habitat for Humanity?

I've been staring at my outdated kitchen cabinets for months and I'm finally ready to actualy do somethig about it. I c...

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BirchFinder

3 6mos BirchFinder

What specific robot vacuum features actually help with severe dust allergies?

We're finally ripping up the old carpet in our living room and I'm stuck between LVP and polished concrete. My allergie...

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SlateHawk_1975

3 6mos SlateHawk_1975

Is a honeycomb center solid core door actually worth buying?

I’m looking at these Sarto doors from United Porte for a bedroom remodel and the descriptions are driving me nuts. One...

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CopperWren_1988

5 6mos CopperWren_1988

Finding replacements for 1906 windows that aren't bulky and ugly?

The wind is basicly howling trough our 1906 house at this point and I'm done with it. We've got these ancient paned win...

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stone_scout

3 6mos stone_scout

Contractor or concierge service for a quick resale renovation in San Jose?

I’m getting ready to list my place in the Willow Glen area and it definitely needs some work before it hits the market....

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ZincLynx706

4 6mos ZincLynx706

Why is there a $30k gap between my kitchen renovation quotes?

Just got my third bid back for our kitchen project and the price difference is making my head spin. I have quotes for $...

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SageDusk

4 6mos SageDusk

Andersen 400 series vs Win-core laminate for a 1940s cottage remodel?

Trying to finally replace the drafty 1940s single-pane windows in our cottage and we're stuck between two very diferent...

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ForgeCal29

3 6mos ForgeCal29

Why are my fiberglass door quotes ranging from $7k to $23k?

I'm looking at replacing four exterior doors on the back of my house that have been there for almost 40 years. They are...

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storm_runner_1953

4 6mos storm_runner_1953

Door frame rot with actual mushrooms growing—can I DIY this fix?

I just noticed the bottom of my back door frame is looking pretty rough. The wood right near the threshold is all crack...

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CedarBuilder

4 6mos CedarBuilder

Can anyone recommend a privacy window film that doesn't look tinted?

My bed is pushed right up against the window in my room and it makes me feel like I’m on display for the whole street....

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FlintLynx

3 6mos FlintLynx

Just moved to Northern Utah, what's my maintenance checklist look like?

I finally closed on my first place and I'm trying not to let it fall apart. I used to do concrete finishing and some gr...

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Kit_Flint

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