Ask Builderguru :: General Building Category
General building related questions.
- I just bought some land to build my house on and the excavator said I can not put my foundation in because of unsuitable soil conditions. He said it is peat and you can't build on peat. Is this true?
- I recently installed a rubber roof on my restaurant and it is leaking. The roofer said the warranty will not cover it because it is grease.
- What is EIFS and is it cost effective?
- What does R-value stand for?
- What are the pros and cons of latex paint?
- What is the difference between granite and marble?
- What is the proper height for an ADA accessible toilet?
- According to the ADA (American's with Disabilities Act) Guidelines, what is the turning space required for a wheelchair?
- In roofing, what is the difference between pitch and slope?
- What is the proper concrete mix for use on foundations, walls and piers?
- In California, when removing asbestos from an area, what steps are required?
- What are the differences between framing with wood studs and framing with metal studs?