Questions tagged [slab]
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How do I make the slab stable?
The tiles/slabs I have outside my house are loose. So when I walk over them and step on the sides, the opposite side lifts up and its very awkward and dangerous. I would like to fix it properly on the ground. Please could any one tell whats the…
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Is 13 inch X 8 inch hole left in basement slab a code violation in new construction? Drain plumbing repositioned and hole left void of fill/grout
New construction builder said to leave 8 inch by 13-14 jackhammered hole, made to reposition bathtub drain pipe in basement slab floor. Tub was set over to cover up hole. Bath walls and floor tiled. Builder said it is standard practice to leave…
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New, larger slab over old slab, but needs some repair
I have a 20ft x 30ft (East-West x North-South) concrete slab (in two sections: 20x10 piece on the west, and 20x20 piece on the east) that I'd like to enlarge to about 30ft x 50ft in each dimension. Location is NE Arkansas. I want to build a…
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Jacking concrete slab with shed
We have a 10x10 wooden shed sitting on a concrete slab that is under water when we get lots of rain. Is it possible to raise the entire thing, slab and all maybe 6" somehow to get it out of the water?
Edit: I'm not at the house at the moment, but…
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How can I repair leaks in an underground home's roof?
I live in a 1400 sq ft underground home. It was built in 1980's. We have recently started to get leaks in ceiling slab. Small but still leaks. The outside of the roof is 24 inches of dirt 2 inch Styrofoam the 8 inch slab. How do I go about fixing…
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Does laminate flooring need an independent vapor barrier on concrete?
House is on a slab. Installer and one flooring company says the laminate I am considering has underlayment attached and I don't need vapor barrier. Another installer/flooring company advises it is very much necessary to prevent future problems…
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Weed and water "skirt" around a slab
I'm working on plans to put a "skirt" around the slab of the house both for weed control/ termite visual inspection and to stop any water pooling against the slab.
I've settled on crushed concrete aggregate.
My thoughts, which I'd love your feedback…
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How To Remove Stone Slab From A Kitchen
How can I remove this type of blue onyx slab from an old kitchen without damaging corners? I want to reuse it on another house as Onyx is a bit expensive.
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What drainage slope does artificial grass need?
what slope should an outside slab have which will have artificial grass glued to it?The slab is joined to a glass covered conservatory
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