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Brian Michael Flickinger

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.90
  • Clarity of Response 9.58
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 13.4
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 25.6
  • Total Questions 59
 I can answer all ,but electrical and plumbing questions!

Thomas Buford

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.76
  • Clarity of Response 9.89
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Response Time(hr) 14.2
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 5.5
  • Total Questions 768
 Licensed Architect in Virginia since 1984.
New Homes, Additions, Alterations, Outbuildings, Failure Forensics;
Small Construction Projectsl; Remediation and Repair
www.tbbuford.com

Harvey Chichester

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.83
  • Clarity of Response 9.64
  • Politeness 9.98
  • Response Time(hr) 15.6
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 26.4
  • Total Questions 299
 Expansion joints, Concrete floor coatings, bubbles, craters, floor repair, industrial flooring, garage floor seals, building maintenance, and floor paint,

LaDonna Ash

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.60
  • Clarity of Response 9.60
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 36.7
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 46.2
  • Total Questions 25
 I am able to answer questions to all basic areas of general construction. I do a lot of repairs to mobile homes and work with a lot of older homes. I do work in the western states and do not have a lot of knowledge as to codes and laws in the east coast areas.

Bill Hutson

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.89
  • Clarity of Response 9.88
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 21.9
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 11.7
  • Total Questions 589
 Founder and President of Table Talk Foundation for Better Living Inc. a non-profit organization aimed at making free home repairs for the elderly, the disabled and the disadvantaged. I have extensive expertise pertaining to cost effective rehabilitation and repair in older homes as well as all phases of newer residential construction.

Diane Plesset

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.62
  • Clarity of Response 9.88
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 71.7
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 81.1
  • Total Questions 24
 I will answer questions about anything to do with bathroom remodeling: design considerations, safety, function, materials (cabinets, countertops, plumbing fixtures and fittings, lighting/switching, heating and ventilation, tile, stone, concrete, tub and shower enclosures, flooring, etc.), saving water, trends, ROI, and appearance.

Paul Polletta DBA TOP-NOTCH RENOVATIONS

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.88
  • Clarity of Response 9.65
  • Politeness 9.94
  • Response Time(hr) 29.9
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 41.1
  • Total Questions 37
 Just about everything, We do it all, Certified NKBA Kitchen & Bathroom Design & Renovations

Steve Young

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.89
  • Clarity of Response 9.95
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 7.1
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 12.8
  • Total Questions 848
 I will answer questions dealing with home improvement. My specific areas of expertise are flooring (except carpeting), all types of carpentry, water treatment, and minor electrical. I have also built several treehouses and am currently considering expanding my business to concentrate on children's play areas. I love working with all kinds of wood. My favorite types of home repair/remodeling are water treatment, hardwood flooring, cabinetry, bathroom remodeling, and kitchen remodeling. I also have knowledge in residential water treatment, including filters, softeners, reverse osmosis systems and various other types of treatment systems.

Gordon Petersen

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.87
  • Clarity of Response 9.91
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 7.3
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 12.9
  • Total Questions 306
 I can answer questions about plumbing, electrical, roofing, carpentry, drywall, stucco, flooring, foundation, windows, and planning for typical wood frame houses.

Kevin Marcum

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.96
  • Clarity of Response 9.88
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 13.3
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 4.3
  • Total Questions 59
 General To Advanced Home Repair & Remodeling. Electrical, Plumbing & Trim Are My Specialty. I.E. "Why Won't My 3 Way Switch Work From 2 Locations?" The Normal Mistakes Are Misplacement of The Travelers & Commons. People Adding A 3 Way Dimmer Usually Use A Different Manufacturer and The Travelers Are Located In Different Places. General Plumbing Questions About Dishwasher Connections, Icemaker Connections, Drains Ect. Trim Work Could Be Anything From Building A Bookcase To Installing A Shelf in A Closet. Please Read Experience For More Information!

Steve Major (Owner - Major Design Group)

U.S.
Maxed Out
  • Knowledgeability 9.91
  • Clarity of Response 9.91
  • Politeness 9.91
  • Response Time(hr) 12.4
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 23.8
  • Total Questions 176
 I can answer any questions regarding the design and execution of home improvement and remodeling. This includes trade-specific questions (how-to) in all major building trades: framing, foundations, site prep, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, interior finishing, trim & cabinetwork, exterior finishing, roofing, siding. PLEASE indicate your state or region, so I can provide the best possible answer.

Recent Answers

2012-02-04 Electric Dryer Vent:

Good Question.  You Can Do That.  I Would Recommend That you Get A Kit That Will FILTER The Air Coming Out Of The DRYER.  Check This LINK At LOWES:      http://www.lowes.com/pd_45113-85334-VTL0007_0__?productId=3203205&Ntt=dryer+vent

2012-02-01 Hardwood floor meet exterior door:

Hi Ron,  You have a very unusual setup at that door.  I have never seen it.  I would think that you need to get a carpenter (or maybe you can make it) to make a beveled transition piece to fill that gap

2012-02-01 Hardwood Floor:

HI Ron,  OK, but I would still staple the parquet if it was my floor.  As far as where to start that's a personal choice I think in this case.  It's hard for me to say without looking at the setup.  I

2012-02-01 Hardwood floor meet exterior door:

Hi Ron,  Is this the same Ron that I am answering a hardwood floor question floor?  If so, it's OK but we could have combined them.  No problem - just keep going the way we are now.    My question is this:

2012-02-01 Shower Leak:

Hi Tom,  I can't finish your answer until tomorrow (Wed) night or Thursday, depending on how things go tomorrow. As you may or may not know we are volunteers and my other job calls - I have to be out early

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