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22 January 2009 | 3 replies
We use a lot of inexpensive vinyl windows for flips and rental houses.
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26 January 2009 | 5 replies
This way the GC can easily bid out each part of the job, and get me a bid much more quickly than if he has to consolidate based on my "room to room" list of things to do.I'll then have my GC give me a labor bid broken down into the following components:- Permits- Demo/Dumpster- Foundation- Roof Framing- Roof Felt/Shingles- Siding- Gutters/Soffits/Fascia- Decks/Porches- Landscaping- Doors- Windows- Wall Framing/Sheetrock- Electrical Rough- Electrical Final- Plumbing Rough- Plumbing Final- HVAC Rough- HVAC Final- Kitchen Cabinets/Countertops- Bathroom Cabinets- Bathroom Fixtures- Interior Paint- Exterior Paint- Carpet- Hardwood- Tile- Vinyl- OtherOther could consist of anything from install mini-blinds to replacing outlet covers to installing appliances.This generally gives me (and the GC) enough detail that the job can be accurately estimated, and if things change (or surprises are found), we can adjust individual areas accordingly.This also gives me a good idea how much each of his subs will be making, allowing me to figure out what his profit margins will be -- giving me some negotiating help if needed.If your contractors have an issue with filling this out, try telling them, "My lender is requiring me to break it down this way in order to approve the loan."
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22 March 2009 | 8 replies
Single story Exterior construction: Vinyl Siding Approximate lot is 30x106 Approximately 0.07 acre(s) Lot size is less than 1/2 acre ----how do you determine its Full market value.
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2 April 2009 | 8 replies
Vinyl is my first choice,,,cause renters sure dont take care of wood!!
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30 March 2009 | 5 replies
So we had the copper piping replaced with PVC which is legal in Alabama and everything worked just fine.
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16 August 2018 | 1 reply
Breakdown:$100 tile$300 for cement board, pvc, nails, grout etc.$200 pedestal sink$180 shower kit (claw foot conversion) $100 facetRest is in labor ....
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17 August 2018 | 2 replies
I wonder if I should use odor sealing paint, cleaner or lay something on the floor before installing carpets and vinyl flooring?
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18 August 2018 | 4 replies
Just curious, I would like to install click-lock vinyl floors in a bathroom.
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22 August 2018 | 11 replies
The good news is that you can certainly find a handyman who will replace your windows with vinyl DIY windows from Home Depot or Lowes for a much lower cost.
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20 August 2018 | 1 reply
The 2nd unit is now vacant, we already did a new bathroom, now I have to choose whether to do tile again or try a glue down vinyl flooring or try a floating vinyl flooring.