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Is my roofing contractor liable for the repair to my plaster and wood ceilings caused by a new roof which leaked - they claim that the contract states that they are not responsible for this damage.?
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∙ 15y ago
Even if the roofing contractor says it's not his responsibility you may be able to get him to pay for damages by going to court - assuming no other conditions like hail could be responsible. But you have to consider the cost of the repairs both to roof and interior. Small claims court is basically a waste of time. You'll have to prove faulty workmanship - like improper or missing flashing - failure to step-flash around chimney- nail holes in the shingles-problems with plywood sheets if they replaced those...just to name a few possibilities. An inspection by an independent home inspector would be good. If there is defect with the shingles themselves, you can call the company that makes them and have a rep. come and inspect possible damage. I'd suggest that your first move should be to call your homeowners insurance company and talk to them about it. That's what you pay them premiums for and they may cover the cost of repairs both to the roof and the interior damage. - and maybe go after the contractor for you. Get their advice first. If you find the contractor truly is At Fault - be sure and report him to the Better Business Bureau. Another trick - if you have a TV station that has a consumer help feature as part of their local news programming - contact them and see if they will get involved in helping you resolve the issue. Good Luck!
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Uses of plaster of Paris?
used to repair the ceilings
What kind of art technique involves painting on plaster on walls and ceilings?
fresco
Where can Venetian plaster be bought?
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Where might one find a contractor able to plaster walls?
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What are racquetball walls and ceilings made of?
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What is plaster ceiling?
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What is kal kote plaster?
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What is kal-kote plaster?
Kal-Kote Finish Plaster is a white finish plaster that can be troweled on and left with a smooth or textured finish, over base coat and on top of blue board. We also use this plaster when we are resurfacing existing walls and ceilings that have been prepared using plaster washers and fiberglass mesh tapes over the cracks, and gluing the entire surface with "Plaster Weld " ( a Larson product ) to create a bond over previously painted walls and ceilings . We also tint the plaster to make any color desired , and apply two coats of machined buffed wax to give the walls a satin smooth finish burnished with steel wool .You will never have to paint again !
Can you paint car paint on plaster ceilings?
What you are calling "car paint" is probably lacquer based, and would really soak into a plaster ceiling. If you are doing a design or something, this may be appropriate, but other than that, not good for coverage.
How soon should the filter be running after a new pool is plastered?
Our contractor told us that as soon as the last plaster guy stepped out of the pool, water should start to be filled. We then ran our pump the next day after it was completely full, and our contractor put the chemicals in. There did not seem to be a rush to start the filter; only a rush to get water in it soon after the plaster was installed.
What are small about a centimeter gray colored cocoons hanging from ceilings and walls when you pinch it a small worm like head sprouts up?
I believe you are referring to plaster bag worms. You can google for photos to be sure.
How do you vault your ceilings?
There are several different vaulted ceilings. Cross or Groin, Barrel, and several deviations of symmetry of such. Some people refer to "Cathedral" ceilings or "tray" ceilings as vaulted ceilings, but they are not in the "puritan" vein. Assuming that the existing framework is up to local building codes, and the height is adequate, a plywood re reinforced template with2x's, every 16"o.c. or 24"o.c. or as needed, suspended from the existing ceiling/wall framing. This will serve well for wire lath & plaster, and will last over a lifetime due to the strength of the wire lath and plaster system. For drywall attachment the framing is much more ardrous and the time is better served to upgrade the finish plaster and not spend money framing. Wire lath can suffice the tightest of radius's as well. Don't forget, if you have a window dormer or window within the ceiling assembly, make it interesteing by "returning" the window to the ceiling using the same radius as the ceiling only adjacent to the ceiling for the desired distance of the return. Freedom of form-Wire lath & Plaster-That's why it's been around for 2000+yrs. & in essence, your building your own trusses. For more information on this system or other systems similar to these visit www.ornaplas.yahoo.com.
