Should electrical box be flush with drywall? The front edge of the box must be flush with the finished wall surface, usually 1/2-inch-thick drywall. You can use a scrap of drywall to position the box. Does an electrical box need a stud? “Old work” boxes Old work (or “remodeling”) boxes are for walls that are covered with drywall or other material. They don't need to be fastened to a stud, so you can install them anywhere. How do you wire an outlet to a box? Wire the New Electrical OutletMount the new box in the opening.Connect the new wires to...

Why is my upstairs toilet leaking? Your leak could be caused by a leak in your upstairs toilet. A toilet leak is usually a result of some sort of a break or defect in the seal of the wax ring that adjoins the toilet to the floor. A ceiling leak can also be caused by leaks in the water supply lines that attach to the toilet or to the sink trap. How much does it cost to fix a water leak from a second floor bath? Question by newbieho: Water leak from second floor bath to first floor ceiling through...

When should I lay my new kitchen floor? If due to design circumstances (for example an odd appliance height or construction anomaly) your total flooring height will need to be elevated and finished higher than normal—two inches or more—consider installing flooring before putting in the kitchen cabinets and appliances. What should I replace my floors with? Hardwood, properly maintained, can last for decades, but it may require more maintenance than other flooring options. While most people choose hardwood, engineered hardwood, carpet, tile or laminate flooring for their homes, some homeowners opt for bamboo, linoleum, vinyl or concrete. Do you have...