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Greenboard is no longer recognized by the
International Residential Code (IRC) for use as a substrate in
wet areas such as tub and shower surrounds. What this means is
you can no longer place ceramic tile directly over greenboard
(moisture resistant drywall). You must use concrete, cement
board, or Hardy Backer.
Home Contractors Draw More Complaints -
Detroit News (Real Estate Section) More people say they're
getting bad service from those working in and around their
homes. This mounting ire might mirror the growing number of home
improvements, says Sheila Adkins of the Better Business Bureau.
It saw complaints climb 66% between 2002 and 2004. Carmen
Santora, executive director of the Better Contractors Bureau,
says costly insurance discourages workers from staying in the
business, including competent ones. Scams directed at seniors
are an unfortunate trend, he says. And when shady businesses are
from out of state, they're tough to catch. But Santora also
blames homeowners who just hire the lowest bidder: "The best
priced doesn't necessarily mean the best work."
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