Discussion Forum
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recommended doorbell unit for senior?
Can anybody recommend a doorbell unit that the volume can be adjustable, is hardwired, and operates with two separate doorbell ringer buttons(front & back door)? It is for a senior…
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exterior underground flexible conduit?
is there flexible electrical conduit that is available for exterior undergound purposes that is UL backed/tested? we are installing cedar pergola - electrician is running wire from basement, 12"in below concrete…
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lumber harvest-protecting from fire???
new and innovative ideas for "green construction", protecting our forests, managing resources. . . . . What are the proponents for "green construction" techniques view on protecting our popular commodity…
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wood raised panel
I had to fabricate a wood raised panel to mimic the profile of a panel that was broken on an old exterior wood door. I used a pc. of 3/4"in…
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manuf. of closer?
Does anybody know who manufactures storm/screen door closer with the feature that that can be installed at the lower region of the door, and can be activated by tapping the foot…
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oil and oil gases present in home.
I received a call from a customer approx 2weeks ago, requesting that a pc. of exterior wood molding be replaced over the entryway door. Examined door casing on exterior side, turned…
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pergola puzzlement?
I had a client request an estimate for a freestanding wooden pergola system in his backyard(New Jersey shore). There is an existing brick paver patio approx. 26' deep X…
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CT metal braces/brackets
a homeowner has inquired about having heavy duty metal braces to support a granite countertop(with a brushed nickel finish). the mz of granite ct is 1"thick x 18"in. deep x…
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sill plate
i have not done framing in residential new construction for about 5 years. I saw a new finished foundation in NJ with LVL bolted to the foundation. Is this the…
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framing question?
I was looking at a house in Egg Harbor twp., New Jersey that is in a housing development under construction. They are done with the framing, sheathing, & roof is…