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Robert Lamoureux | Is the window faulty? Or is it the surrounding stucco?

March 7, 2021 8:07 am

Question No. 1   Hi Robert,   I live in Canyon Country and, at our condo, the owners are responsible for the windows but not the surrounding siding and stucco. With that

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Not enough cold water — or spin

February 28, 2021 8:39 am

Question No. 1  Robert,  What would the reason be for the cold water supply in both my master bathroom and kitchen being at nearly zero, but the guest bathroom is

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Don’t get stucco with an unlicensed contractor

February 21, 2021 7:57 am

Question No. 1  Robert, I live in a 17-unit condo complex that has a parking garage below. We had the entire decking system redone last summer and, after this last

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Air-flow issues becoming a drag on cabin living

February 14, 2021 8:30 am

Question No. 1  Hi Robert,  We live in Santa Clarita but own a cabin in Frasier Park. One of the bathroom sinks there, for years, has made a gurgling sound

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Is Dutchman repair a viable option?

February 7, 2021 8:23 am

Question No. 1  Robert,  I have a large beam on our pergola that is partially rotted that I’d like to repair. I remember vividly, you wrote about a Dutchman repair

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Occasional leak around toilet likely irreparable

January 31, 2021 8:32 am

Question No. 1  Hi Robert,  I am experienced in minor construction and repairs, and have a leak that is beyond my expertise at this point. I’m hoping you can help

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Getting ready for a remodel in the bathroom

January 24, 2021 8:25 am

Question No. 1  Robert, We have lived in Santa Clarita for about 17 years and are ready to take on a kitchen remodel. Can you tell me please, do we

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Concerns about ‘exploding’ concrete

January 17, 2021 8:05 am

Question No. 1  Hi Robert,  I am in Canyon Country. We had concrete poured on our driveway less than a year ago and there are many cracks, which the contractor

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Intrusion requires ‘positive waterproofing’

January 3, 2021 8:34 am

Question No. 1 Hi Robert, I hope you are well and staying safe. We spoke two years ago when I had damage to my patio slab due to multiple leaks

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Safety first when making roof repairs

December 20, 2020 8:03 am

Question No. 1 Robert, I’ll be going onto my roof for roofing maintenance, and am getting conflicting information on which product to use for this. Times are tight with me

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Ensure fireplace safety before you use it

December 13, 2020 9:00 am

Question No. 1  Robert,  What are the winter safety items we should check on to keep our homes safe? I know you’ve done outside things to check regarding leaks and

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Avoid blockages in your garbage disposal

December 6, 2020 8:23 am

Question No. 1  Robert,  The holidays are here, and I remember you had holiday advice previously about something plumbing related, but I cannot remember what and I’d like a refresher

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Potential pool problems; patio magic

November 15, 2020 8:12 am

Question No. 1  Hi Robert,  I live in Stevenson Ranch, where we have a pool that is approximately 4 years old. The concrete around it is lifting, so we thought

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Dealing with cracks in a fiberglass tub

November 8, 2020 8:30 am

Question No. 1  Robert, Although I think the black smudges (my wife calls them small cracks) around our shower drain are insignificant, my wife is a fastidious housekeeper and would

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Getting your home ready for winter

October 25, 2020 8:44 am

Question No. 1 Robert,  We are in October, and I want to be proactive with my home for the next weather season. I know you’ve covered information previously on what we

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Dealing with a difficult contractor

October 18, 2020 7:11 am

Question No. 1  Hi Robert,  Thank you for helping me in the past with a water heater problem. I know you are not a lawyer, but I appreciate any advice

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureaux | Deck covering and barn door install

October 11, 2020 7:59 am

Question No. 1  Robert,  I manage a property that has balconies at some units and have discovered that one homeowner has installed indoor/outdoor carpeting onto their decking surface. Is this

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Electrician needed for breaker repair work

October 4, 2020 7:29 am

Question No. 1  Robert,  My breaker popped a few days ago. After repeated attempts trying to get it to reset, it is holding.  I went to the big box stores,

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Polyaspartic coating worth the work

September 27, 2020 7:08 am

Question No. 1  I had a contractor come out to evaluate my garage floor for coating and he is advising polyaspartic is four times stronger than the epoxy. Is this

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Wood plank tortion, plywood removal

September 20, 2020 7:37 am

Question No. 1  Robert,  We have a shade structure. The opening where it comes off the patio to the deck has a 4×4 that is 14 feet long, is twisted

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