FAQ  How long do bathrooms take to complete?

ANS  Standard 5’ x 8’ baths requiring minor piping modifications will average approx 7- 10 business days to complete.  Larger bathrooms with complete reconfiguring or brand new rough in can double this time but usually never exceed three work weeks.

 

FAQ What are smaller scale projects and how long do they take for completion?

ANS  Examples of smaller projects would be bathrooms and kitchens (2 work weeks or ten days), basements (2-3 weeks), decks, siding, replacement windows (2 days to 1 week).

 

FAQ  What’s included for plumbing fixtures?

ANS  For bathrooms we like using American Standard tubs (Princeton model 5’0” x 30” x 14 ¼” deep ) and toilets (elongated oval or standard round Cadet 1.6 gal) in white, bone or almond.  Synthetic marble one piece sinktops are generally included for standard vanity sizes (up to 48”).  Formica tops with drop in oval American Standard sinks would be included as an alternative.  Delta 1700 series tub/shower diverters with availability on different trim and two lever faucets in the Delta line are the normal included fixtures.  Variations in trim can produce additional material pricing.

 

FAQ  Can we buy our own fixtures and faucets?

ANS  Yes.  However, we discourage deviating from the Delta line.  We would need them ahead of time to be sure of rough in demands.  Delta has proven to stand behind their product and offer a decent selection to choose from.  They have become very reliable and rarely need to be serviced.  American Std tubs are made of their own patented alloy that is much lighter than cast iron but is designed to hold heat like a cast iron tub.

 

FAQ  What about cabinetry?

ANS   For bathrooms we include a blanket allowance for a basic stock vanity, medicine chest, light bar etc.  This will cover most basic home store selections but no more than this.  Homeowners can buy their own but should have it on site and inspect it prior to turning it over to us.  We don’t assume responsibility for your purchase.  For kitchens and bathroom cabinetry be aware of what lead times are needed for ordering.  We can charge to come back for installations due to ordering delays.  Stock does not necessarily mean on the shelf in the back anymore.  Detailed cabinet drawings from the kitchen cabinet supplier are necessary and must be looked over by MTC before entering into firm written contracts.

 

FAQ  Who orders and buys tile?

ANS  We always figure quantities of tile you need for your project with necessary waste included.  We generally include labor and material with a $/ square foot allowance for tile on the bath floor and shower walls only.  Tile up the remaining walls, decorative tiles, bull nose, borders, trim etc will result in additional pricing not included in the proposal unless otherwise noted.  If you use tile stores other than who we recommend you need to be responsible for getting it to the job site.

 

FAQ  Are exhaust fans included ?

ANS  We recommend a four function ceiling unit besides additional lighting fixtures.  This ceiling unit is a Nutone four function unit: general light; night light; exhaust fan; and electric heater.  This is usually included in a standard bathroom renovation.

 

FAQ  Who installs Bath and Kitchen Countertops? What about sinks and faucets?

ANS  We install formica tops.  All solid surfaces are typically installed by the fabricator.  There are natural and solid surfaces.  Examples of natural stone solid surface countertops would be Granite, Marble and Limestone.  Examples of synthetic solid surfaces would be Gibraltar, Marlan and Corian.

Sinks are mounted by the countertop fabricator.  Faucet installation and finished  plumbing is performed by us once the fabricator is done.  Most fabricators of natural stone require the sink and faucet to be present when they template the countertop on site and will need to take them back to shop as well.

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FAQ  What type of drywall is used around bath tubs and showers?

ANS   Generally we recommend green board or blue board.  These are typical ½” thick boards designed to be water resistant.  We generally don’t use cement board because if a leak exists through your tile or fiberglass finish the area still has to be opened for inspection and then repaired before tile can be put back.  The cement board would have to be cut open and then replaced just like the water resistant sheetrock.

 

FAQ  Are there different grades of Vinyl Siding?

ANS  Absolutely.  Some vinyl siding products are designed for new construction walls and some heavier gauge panels are made for existing walls.

 

FAQ  Can new vinyl siding be applied over the existing wood, asbestos, asphalt, aluminum siding, etc.?

ANS  Most sidings can remain under a new layer of vinyl siding, with the exception of  aluminum. Asbestos, if removed, will require an outside removal company usually costing excessive amounts of money.  Asbestos siding can be covered with standard siding foam 3/8” thick.  This is common practice for all siding materials remaining under the new vinyl siding.

 

FAQ  Can we use thicker foam for better insulation value behind the vinyl siding?

ANS  Yes.  There are thicker foams providing thicker insulations values.  However additional costs will be incurred due to additional material costs and roof lines, window moldings, etc need to be built out accordingly.  A better solution for a higher insulation value would be blown in fiberglass insulation from outside before installing vinyl siding.