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We are doing a 3rd story addition on a project in Manhattan Beach and this house needed foundation work. The existing foundation did not have steel in it and needs to be replaced as a strong foundation is needed to support this addition.. (Note: Concrete needs steel...
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Question: What type of material would you recommend for the kitchen countertop? Answer: I usually dont answer this question instead I educate so the customer can make the choice depending on the qualities that best suit them. One would have to know whats available...
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Question: I have been hearing that the common light bulbs (incandescent bulbs) are being replaced with these new LED lights. What are they and are they expensive? Answer: LED stands for Light-Emitting-Diode (Diode is an electronic device, through which current can...
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Question: My parents house was built in 1940 and I had someone come out to look at some projects my parents wanted done. The man who came out to the house said the floor tiles and ceiling material might have asbestos in them. Is this something I need to be concerned...
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Question: I’m having a problem with my floors squeaking. What can I do to eliminate this problem? Answer: There are a few things you can do or have someone do for you that will handle this problem. I’ll give you the solutions in a two part series. Second Part: Getting...