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Because they are cheaper, and are allowed by code. Also, I have yet to see a kitchen appliance with the 20 amp plug configuration. Sent from my SM-G530T using Tapatalk

One more clarification, since I don't know what you mean when you say "I'm sure it's a 15 amp circuit, not sure of breaker amperage". If you have 14 gauge wire, the breaker MUST be 15 amp. If you have 12 gauge wire, the breaker can be 20 amp. Remember that the purpose of any breaker is to...

If the circuit is protected by a GFCI breaker, then changing the counter receptacle to a GFCI is a waste. Simply replace the old duplex receptacle with a new one. If the circuit is on a regular breaker, then, yes, it would be better and would be required that the new receptacle be a GFCI. If...

My mistake. I usually pay around $100 for the valve alone!!! Sent from my SM-G530T using Tapatalk

I think the link to Lowes is only the trim pieces, not the actual valve. Personally, I only use Moen, and I buy it at a plumbing supply house rather than a big box store. Supposedly the plumbing supply has a better quality. In any case, they are lifetime guarantee from moen. You are correct...

Are you replacing the diverter? Regardless, if you are going to have an access panel, I would recommend pex. However, you will still need to solder on a fitting to the old copper to make the transition, unless you want to pay up for sharkbites. You can get the new diverter setup for pex, so you...

Dry fit the base on the floor and shim it to level. Mark the top of the base on the wall studs with a pencil all around. Remove the base, mix a batch of mortar or Structolite a little wetter than usual. Dump that on the concrete, and spread it around on the footprint of the base. Install the...

If they are moles, you may wish to consider an application of Grub-X. I believe moles feed on grubs (Japanese beetle larvae), and getting rid of the grubs removes the food source, and the moles leave. Sent from my SM-G530T using Tapatalk

If you MUST run to the outdoor luminaire box first, you would just connect that to another piece of romex that runs to the switch. Then follow the above directions. Sent from my SM-G530T using Tapatalk

Newer code now requires a neutral at every switch location. Therefore, bring your incoming power to switch one. Connect the incoming black to the bottom of the switch (it doesn't really matter, but I always wire the incoming to the bottom terminal). Then connect the black that feeds the first...

I had LED puck lights installed under counter in my kitchen in 2014. I have a driver in my sink cabinet. and they are controlled with a Lutron Maestro dimmer. I believe that there is 14/2 romex feeding the driver. I can check when I get home and will get you a name and model number for the...

Assuming that the bottom of the channel is relatively level, couldn't you dig a hole in one corner, drop in a sump pit and a sump pump, and let any water in the channel run into the sump, and be pumped out? I realize that may leave a small amount of water in the low spots of the channel, but it...

Not an expert, but that looks like a wall termination, not a soffit termination. Sent from my SM-G530T using Tapatalk

In that situation, I would run a pigtail (short piece of wire) from the incoming hot and neutral to each device, and at the device use ONLY the screws. I also like using Wago''s rather than wire nuts, but that is just a preference. Sent from my SM-G530T using Tapatalk

In my rental properties I always remove the popcorn for two reasons. 1 - it is very difficult to match if a ceiling repair is needed. And 2 - I find it impossible to paint using a roller, since the popcorn texture will come off of the ceiling as you attempt to paint. Good luck! Sent from my...

I also vote to remove it. Spray it liberally using a garden sprayer with water and a few drops of dish detergent, and scrape it off with a 6 inch spackle knife. It's like scraping icing off of a cake. Sent from my SM-G530T using Tapatalk

This might be a better option. They cover the switch, but are open on one side so you can stick your finger in when you need to operate the switch. That way, you have to intend to turn the switch on or off. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Amerelle-Switch-Guards-2-Pack-SG1/100628705 Sent from my...

I agree. That's why I asked how many wires hooked to the switch. Sent from my SM-G530T using Tapatalk

Open the switchbox, and pull the switch out, after turning off the circuit breaker that controls this circuit. My guess is that power comes into that switchbox, and continues to feed the receptacles. The wires are connected with a wirenut, and one or more of them are loose. Also, take a look at...

Around here, either is acceptable, as far as I know. I have rental properties, and if I am rehabbing the kitchen compleyely, I will add a receptacle very low in the wall and then buy a cord. If not rehabbing the kitchen, and no receptacle is there, I use the existing romex. Either way, you will...