Posts on topics that are not unique to kitchens and bathrooms (can be anywhere in the house including kitchens and bathrooms).
Where Do You Need Fire Code Drywall? When performing a bathroom, kitchen, or full interior remodel, clients are often surprised to hear they have firewall’s. These require special consideration. What is a firewall and where do you need fire code drywall? A firewall is a special wall or door assembly that is designed to limit […]
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When Should I Repipe My Home Many clients in South Orange County California ask me “When Should I Repipe My Home?” After more than 45 years in the construction and remodeling business, here is what I’ve learned: When Should I Repipe My Home? If your house was built during or before the year 2010. When […]
Continue reading Should I Replace the Drywall? When performing a bathroom, kitchen, or full home remodel, with few exceptions, DAD’s Construction recommends replacing all of the existing drywall. You might be asking “Should I replace the drywall?”. The answer is “Yes”. Here is why: Lead Exposure Asbestos Exposure Mold Exposure Visible Seams Cost and Appearance If you […]
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Should I Use PEX Tubing or Copper Pipe? Clients often ask me “should I use PEX tubing or copper pipe?” when considering a home repipe. Here is what I tell them: If you are looking for a longer-term solution, a new PEX Plumbing system will be your choice. Looking for a cheaper solution, a new […]
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Home Renovation Cost Home renovation cost continue to grow. Historically, prices increase 12-18% per year regardless of what the economy is doing. Some years are more while others are less. But the average increase of 12-18% remains. Why? Materials, labor, taxes, regulations, government debt/bonds, building codes, utilities, transportation, and insurances (health and workers compensation) don’t […]
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