Lath-and-plaster walls are common in older houses (those constructed from the late 18th Century until the early 1950’s, when drywall became the common building technique.) Whether it’s an oil portrait of an early ancestor or wall-hung kitchen cabinets, securing things onto older lath-and-plaster walls can present a bit of a dilemma. First, let’s talk about […]

The drain from your bathtub may have one of a variety of configurations. When problems occur – clogged lines, leaks, etc. – the repair method may depend on the way the drain line is designed. Nearly all tubs will have a waste and overflow drain assembly, comprised of three primary components: the overflow pipe from […]

These are some areas of discussion which may help you assess the skills of an electrical contractor, or determine the scope of what you want to have done: 1.  Ask about the permit: There are very few electrical repairs that will not require a permit in most communities, so you can assume that one will […]