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Consulting expert for remodelling plans while doing the work myself?

In my experience (~ 18 years ago, so things may have changed), Home Depot does a good job of providing a design, including cabinets, appliance location, etc. However, they normally work in the store b …
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Adding another outlet in bathroom for bidet?

Likely far easier to go down the wall and into the cabinet, across the back of the cabinet and either into the wall to a receptacle, or you could even install a receptacle into the side of the cabinet …
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Is it a good idea to separate switch for recess lights and chandelier in living room?

It is totally normal to install two groups of lights in one room with separate switches. If you do that then you also have the option to install, now or at a later time, a dimmer and/or timer on each …
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Any trick to installing a double electric wall oven "whip" so it doesn't bunch up but slides...

Similar to the other answer, but stiff wire - think unbend a coat hanger type, but possibly longer. But now for the relevant anecdotes: Initial installation. Replaced 1950s single oven in brick wall w …
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Putting a microwave in an island?

There are three kinds of microwave ovens: Countertop - rely on airflow typically on sides, back or bottom Over-the-cooktop - typically include a fan underneath for cooktop ventilation and may use th …
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Do I need to replace 14-Gauge Wire on 20-Amp Circuit?

Except when there is an actual danger right now (there isn't), the problem is always the future. It is extremely unlikely that any future homeowner or electrician doing additional work will notice the …
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